EPM9560ARI240-10 - MAX 9000 CPLD 560 Macro Cells | Altera
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View Datasheet →EPM9560ARI240-10 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Family | MAX 9000 |
| Device Type | CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) |
| Usable Gates | 12,000 |
| Macro Cells | 560 |
| User I/O Pins | 191 |
| Package | 240-pin RQFP (PowerQuad Flat Pack) |
| Pin-to-Pin Propagation Delay | 10 ns |
| Internal Frequency | 144.9 MHz |
| Supply Voltage | 5.0 V |
| Technology | CMOS, EEPROM-based configuration |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 C to +85 C (industrial) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Configuration Memory | EEPROM (non-volatile, instant-on) |
| Logic Architecture | Multiple Array MatriX (MAX) with global interconnect array |
| Number of Terminals | 240 |
| Terminal Form | Gull Wing |
EPM9560ARI240-10 240-pin rqfp (powerquad flat pack) Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for EPM9560ARI240-10 (240-pin rqfp (powerquad flat pack) package) with 191 pins. This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for EPM9560ARI240-10.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Estimated pin count: 191 pins (digital package)
Safe Operating Area (SOA) & Thermal Characteristics
No official SOA curve available for this digital IC. Always operate within absolute maximum ratings specified in the datasheet. Ensure adequate cooling and derate as needed.
Typical Applications
EPM9560ARI240-10 is suitable for 6 applications: Legacy Bus Bridging and Interface Glue Logic, Industrial Control and Factory Automation Logic, Custom State Machine and Sequencer Implementation, Address Decoding and Chip-Select Generation, Telecom and Networking Line-Card Control, Obsolete Glue-Logic Replacement in Long-Lifecycle Equipment.
Legacy Bus Bridging and Interface Glue Logic
The EPM9560ARI240-10 fits legacy bus bridging because its 191 user I/O pins and 560 macro cells can absorb the wide address, data, and control buses of ISA, PCI, and VME interfaces in a single device. Its 10 ns pin-to-pin propagation delay and 144.9 MHz internal frequency keep bus-cycle timing within specification, while the MAX 9000 global interconnect array guarantees deterministic, placement-independent delays so worst-case timing can be signed off before PCB layout. The 5.0 V CMOS I/O is directly TTL-compatible with legacy bus transceivers, avoiding level-shifter BOM cost. In a typical design the CPLD sits between a host processor and a peripheral bus, decoding addresses and generating chip selects; the trade-off is that 5.0 V operation draws more static power than a modern 3.3 V CPLD, so thermal and power budgeting must account for the higher core voltage.
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Industrial Control and Factory Automation Logic
The EPM9560ARI240-10 suits industrial control because its -40 C to +85 C industrial temperature rating covers factory-floor ambient extremes, and its EEPROM configuration is non-volatile and instant-on, so the logic is live within microseconds of power-up without an external configuration PROM. The 560 macro cells implement custom state machines, interlock logic, and encoder interfaces, while 191 I/O pins handle parallel sensor and actuator buses. The 5.0 V CMOS I/O interfaces directly with legacy 5 V PLC backplanes and opto-isolators. In a typical automation rack the CPLD replaces dozens of discrete 74-series glue-logic packages, improving reliability and reducing board area. The trade-off is that the 240-pin RQFP requires careful thermal and creepage layout for high-voltage-adjacent industrial environments.
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Custom State Machine and Sequencer Implementation
The EPM9560ARI240-10 is well suited to custom state machines because its 560 macro cells provide ample registered logic for multi-state sequencers, and the MAX 9000 architecture guarantees a fixed 10 ns pin-to-pin delay regardless of how the design is placed and routed. This deterministic timing lets engineers verify setup and hold margins analytically rather than relying on post-fit static timing analysis, which shortens design cycles. The 144.9 MHz internal frequency supports fast clocked state transitions, and EEPROM configuration means the sequencer resumes its exact state after power cycling without reconfiguration. Typical uses include power-up sequencing for multi-rail boards, protocol handshake engines, and test-pattern generators. The trade-off versus an FPGA is lower logic capacity, so very deep state machines may need to be partitioned across multiple devices.
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Address Decoding and Chip-Select Generation
The EPM9560ARI240-10 excels at address decoding because its 191 user I/O pins can monitor a wide processor address bus and drive many chip-select outputs simultaneously, replacing a board full of 74LS138 decoders and discrete gates. The 10 ns propagation delay keeps chip-select assertion well within the memory-access window of legacy 5 V processors, and the 5.0 V CMOS I/O matches the logic levels of those processors directly. The MAX 9000 global interconnect array ensures the decode delay is identical for every output, eliminating the skew that plagues discrete decoder trees. In a typical design the CPLD decodes upper address bits and generates per-peripheral chip selects plus wait-state logic. The trade-off is that the 240-pin RQFP consumes significant board area compared with a modern small-package CPLD.
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Telecom and Networking Line-Card Control
The EPM9560ARI240-10 fits telecom line-card control because its industrial temperature rating and EEPROM non-volatile configuration suit always-on networking equipment that must recover instantly from power interruptions. The 560 macro cells implement line-card control state machines, alarm monitoring, and register interfaces, while 191 I/O pins connect to backplane control buses and status LEDs. The 5.0 V CMOS I/O interfaces with legacy telecom backplanes, and the deterministic 10 ns timing simplifies worst-case timing analysis for control-path signals. In a typical line card the CPLD manages power sequencing, hot-swap handshaking, and fault reporting. The trade-off is that 5.0 V core operation dissipates more power than a modern low-voltage CPLD, so airflow and thermal design must be considered in dense racks.
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Obsolete Glue-Logic Replacement in Long-Lifecycle Equipment
The EPM9560ARI240-10 is frequently used to replace obsolete discrete glue logic in long-lifecycle industrial, medical, and defense equipment because its EEPROM configuration is non-volatile and its 5.0 V CMOS I/O matches the legacy logic levels of older boards. A single 240-pin RQFP device can absorb dozens of discontinued 74-series and PAL packages, consolidating the BOM and eliminating multiple obsolescence risks at once. The 560 macro cells and 191 I/O pins provide enough capacity for complex replacement logic, and the deterministic 10 ns timing preserves the original board's timing margins. In a typical retrofit the CPLD is dropped into a redesigned glue-logic region while the rest of the board is unchanged. The trade-off is that the CPLD itself is now an obsolete-generation part, so long-term supply must be secured through authorized stock.
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Engineering reference data for EPM9560ARI240-10 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPM9560ARC240-10 | EPM9560ARC240-10N | EPM9560ARI208-10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 240-pin RQFP | 240-pin RQFP - same | 240-pin RQFP - same | 208-pin RQFP - different |
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Macro Cells | 560 | 560 | 560 | 560 |
| Usable Gates | 12,000 | 12,000 | 12,000 | 12,000 |
| User I/O Pins | 191 | 191 | 191 | [DATA_NEEDED] |
| Propagation Delay | 10 ns | 10 ns | 10 ns | 10 ns |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +85 C (industrial) | 0 C to +70 C (commercial) | 0 C to +70 C (commercial) | -40 C to +85 C (industrial) |
| Supply Voltage | 5.0 V | 5.0 V | 5.0 V | 5.0 V |
| Lead-Free Finish | [DATA_NEEDED: lead-free finish] | No (non-N suffix) | Yes (N suffix) | No (non-N suffix) |
Key Differentiators
- Industrial temperature rating (vs EPM9560ARC240-10)
- Higher speed grade than -20 variants (vs EPM9560RI240-20)
- Non-volatile EEPROM configuration (vs EPM9560ARC240-10N)
Design Notes
The EPM9560ARI240-10 is a 5.0 V CMOS device, so the core and I/O supply must be a well-regulated 5.0 V rail. Estimated: with a typical MAX 9000 static and dynamic current draw in the low hundreds of milliamps, a 100 nF decoupling capacitor should be placed at every VCC pin pair plus a bulk 10 uF capacitor per device. Because the part is EEPROM-based, configuration current is drawn only at power-up, so the bulk capacitor must be sized to hold the rail within tolerance during that inrush. Verify the actual ICC from the MAX 9000 datasheet before finalizing the regulator rating.
The 240-pin RQFP (PowerQuad Flat Pack) uses a gull-wing lead pitch that requires careful solder-paste stencil design and reflow profiling to avoid bridging on the fine-pitch perimeter. Provide a solid ground plane under the device and connect all GND pins with short, low-inductance traces. Because the MAX 9000 global interconnect array makes timing placement-independent, the layout is less timing-critical than an FPGA, but the 5.0 V switching currents still demand a low-impedance ground return to keep ground bounce within the 5.0 V logic noise margin.
A common pitfall is assuming the EPM9560ARI240-10 is 3.3 V tolerant. It is a 5.0 V CMOS device, and driving its inputs from a 3.3 V logic source may not meet the VIH threshold, while connecting its 5.0 V outputs directly to a 3.3 V peripheral can overstress that peripheral's input. Always insert level shifting where mixed 5.0 V and 3.3 V logic coexist. Also confirm the industrial temperature grade is actually required: the commercial EPM9560ARC240-10 is pin-compatible and may be cheaper where 0 C to +70 C suffices.
Compliance Information
Compliance data for the EPM9560ARI240-10 was not present in the verified web data. The N-suffix variants (EPM9560ARC240-10N, EPM9560ARI208-10N) indicate lead-free finish, but the base part's RoHS/REACH status must be confirmed with the manufacturer or distributor.
