EPM9560RC208-4C - MAX 9000 CPLD 560 Macrocell | Altera
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View Datasheet →EPM9560RC208-4C Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Device Family | MAX 9000 (EPM9560) |
| Macrocells | 560 |
| Usable Gates | 12,000 |
| Logic Array Blocks (LABs) | 12 |
| Maximum User I/O Pins | 164 |
| Package | 208-pin RQFP (Power Quad Flat Pack) |
| Speed Grade | -4 (12 ns pin-to-pin) |
| Supply Voltage | 5.0 V |
| Configuration Technology | EEPROM (non-volatile) |
| In-System Programmability | Yes (JTAG ISP) |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0C to +70C (commercial) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Pin-to-Pin Delay | 12 ns |
| Maximum System Frequency | 125 MHz |
| Manufacturer | Altera Corporation |
EPM9560RC208-4C 208-pin rqfp (power quad flat pack) Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for EPM9560RC208-4C (208-pin rqfp (power quad flat pack) package) with 164 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 EPM9560RC208-4C.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Estimated pin count: 164 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
EPM9560RC208-4C is suitable for 6 applications: PCI Bus Bridging and Interface Logic, Industrial Control State Machines, Legacy System Replacement and Obsolescence Management, DSP and Processor Glue Logic, Memory Controller and Address Decoding, Test and Measurement Instrumentation Logic.
PCI Bus Bridging and Interface Logic
The EPM9560RC208-4C fits PCI bus bridging because its 560 macrocells and 164 user I/O pins can implement the address/data multiplexing, parity generation, and target/source state machines required by a 32-bit 33 MHz PCI interface. The -4 speed grade's 12 ns pin-to-pin delay supports the 30 ns PCI setup/hold windows with margin, and the 5.0 V supply matches legacy 5 V PCI signaling directly. Designers typically place the CPLD between the host bus and a peripheral controller, using the EEPROM non-volatile configuration so the bridge is active immediately at power-up without a configuration PROM. The trade-off is higher static power than a modern 3.3 V CPLD, but no level shifters are needed.
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Industrial Control State Machines
The EPM9560RC208-4C suits industrial control state machines because its 560 macrocells can implement multiple concurrent finite state machines, timers, and handshake logic on one device, replacing dozens of discrete 74-series ICs. The EEPROM configuration is non-volatile, so the controller boots deterministically in microseconds after power-up, which is critical for machine-safety interlocks that cannot wait for an SRAM FPGA to load. The 5.0 V I/O interfaces directly with legacy 24 V industrial I/O through optocouplers and drivers, and the 0C to +70C commercial range covers controlled-cabinet environments. The 12 ns pin-to-pin delay keeps interlock response times well under 1 microsecond.
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Legacy System Replacement and Obsolescence Management
The EPM9560RC208-4C is frequently used to keep legacy systems running after the original glue-logic boards are discontinued. Because it is a 5.0 V EEPROM CPLD, it can absorb the function of obsolete PALs, GALs, and discrete TTL while preserving the original 5 V signal levels and timing. Altera's discontinuance notice states that EPM9560 devices in the 208-pin RQFP are form, fit and functionally equivalent to the discontinued 208-pin CQFP package, so existing CQFP designs can migrate to the RQFP footprint with a board revision. Engineers should qualify a second ordering code (for example EPM9560RC208-4) to reduce single-source risk.
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DSP and Processor Glue Logic
The EPM9560RC208-4C provides glue logic around DSPs and legacy processors, implementing chip-select decoding, wait-state generation, interrupt prioritization, and bus-width adaptation. With 560 macrocells and 164 user I/O, it can decode multiple peripheral address ranges and generate the required control strobes without external decoders. The 12 ns pin-to-pin delay of the -4 grade keeps address-decode paths short enough for zero-wait-state operation at typical DSP bus speeds, and the 5.0 V supply matches older DSP I/O rails. The non-volatile EEPROM configuration means the glue logic is present before the processor releases reset, avoiding boot-order hazards common with SRAM-based programmable logic.
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Memory Controller and Address Decoding
The EPM9560RC208-4C can implement SRAM, EPROM, and FIFO controllers where a discrete memory controller is unavailable or too inflexible. Its 560 macrocells hold the address multiplexers, refresh or wait-state counters, and chip-select decoders for multi-bank memory arrays, while the 164 user I/O pins connect directly to address, data, and control buses. The -4 speed grade's 12 ns pin-to-pin delay supports fast page-mode accesses, and the 5.0 V I/O matches legacy memory devices. Because configuration is stored in EEPROM, the controller is active immediately after power-up, which prevents the memory bus from floating during processor boot and avoids the need for external bus-hold logic.
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Test and Measurement Instrumentation Logic
The EPM9560RC208-4C is used in test and measurement instruments for trigger logic, counter/timer arrays, and pattern generation. The 560 macrocells allow multiple independent counters and comparators to run concurrently, while the deterministic PIA interconnect gives predictable timing that simplifies calibration and worst-case analysis. The -4 speed grade's 12 ns pin-to-pin delay supports event detection in the tens-of-megahertz range, adequate for bench instruments and ATE interface boards. The 5.0 V supply and 0C to +70C commercial range suit rack-mounted equipment, and the non-volatile EEPROM configuration means the instrument is ready to measure immediately at power-on without a configuration load sequence.
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Engineering reference data for EPM9560RC208-4C — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPM9560RC208-4 | EPM9560RC208-3 | EPM9560RC208-20 | EPM9560RC208-15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 208-pin RQFP | 208-pin RQFP - same | 208-pin RQFP - same | 208-pin RQFP - same | 208-pin RQFP - same |
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Macrocells | 560 | 560 | 560 | 560 | 560 |
| Usable Gates | 12,000 | 12,000 | 12,000 | 12,000 | 12,000 |
| Speed Grade | -4 (12 ns pin-to-pin) | -4 (12 ns) | -3 (approx. 10 ns) | -20 (20 ns) | -15 (15 ns) |
| Supply Voltage | 5.0 V | 5.0 V | 5.0 V | 5.0 V | 5.0 V |
| Configuration Technology | EEPROM (non-volatile) | EEPROM (non-volatile) | EEPROM (non-volatile) | EEPROM (non-volatile) | EEPROM (non-volatile) |
| Maximum User I/O | 164 | 164 | 164 | 164 | 164 |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to +70C (commercial) | 0C to +70C (commercial) | 0C to +70C (commercial) | 0C to +70C (commercial) | 0C to +70C (commercial) |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
Key Differentiators
- Faster -4 speed grade than -20 and -15 ordering codes (vs EPM9560RC208-20)
- Non-volatile EEPROM configuration (vs EPM9560RC208-4)
- Higher timing margin than -15 grade (vs EPM9560RC208-15)
Design Notes
The EPM9560RC208-4C requires a stable 5.0 V supply. Decouple each VCC pin with a 0.1 uF ceramic capacitor placed as close to the pin as possible, plus at least one 10 uF bulk capacitor per device. Because MAX 9000 devices are EEPROM-based, they draw inrush current during power-up; ensure the regulator can supply the transient without dropping below the minimum operating voltage, or the device may fail to initialize.
The 208-pin RQFP package requires careful land-pattern design. Follow the Altera Package Information Datasheet for Mature Altera Devices for the recommended RQFP footprint, including the exposed thermal/ground pad. Use a ground plane under the device and connect all ground pins with short, low-inductance traces. For legacy CQFP-to-RQFP migration, note that the RQFP footprint differs from the CQFP footprint, so a board revision is required even though the devices are form, fit and functionally equivalent.
Do not assume the EPM9560RC208-4C is available in volume: Altera issued a product discontinuance notice for selected MAX 9000 ordering codes, and the part is obsolete. Qualify at least one alternate ordering code (for example EPM9560RC208-4 or EPM9560RC208-3) and verify live distributor stock before committing to production. Also confirm the JTAG ISP chain is correctly terminated, since an unterminated TCK/TMS path can prevent in-system programming.
Compliance Information
Compliance data was not present in the verified web data for EPM9560RC208-4C. The device is a mature/obsolete MAX 9000 part; confirm RoHS/REACH status with the distributor or manufacturer before use in regulated markets.
