EPM9560RI240-15N - MAX 9000 CPLD 560 Macrocell | Intel
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View Datasheet →EPM9560RI240-15N Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Device Type | EEPROM-based Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD) |
| Logic Family | MAX 9000 (Multiple Array MatriX) |
| Macrocells | 560 |
| Flip-Flops | 772 |
| Usable Gates | 12,000 |
| User I/O Pins | 216 |
| Package | 240-pin RQFP (PowerQuad Flat Pack) |
| Pin-to-Pin Propagation Delay | 15 ns |
| Internal Frequency | 145 MHz |
| Supply Voltage | 5.0 V |
| I/O Voltage Compatibility | 3.3 V or 5.0 V configurable |
| Configuration Memory | EEPROM (non-volatile, in-system programmable) |
| JTAG Interface | IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG) boundary scan |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 C to +85 C (industrial) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| RoHS Status | RoHS3 Compliant |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 3 (168 hours) |
| Manufacturer Standard Lead Time | 1-7 days (distributor stock) |
EPM9560RI240-15N 240-pin rqfp (powerquad flat pack) Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for EPM9560RI240-15N (240-pin rqfp (powerquad flat pack) package) with 216 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 EPM9560RI240-15N.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Estimated pin count: 216 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
EPM9560RI240-15N is suitable for 6 applications: Legacy Industrial Control Backplanes, Telecommunications Line-Card Glue Logic, Instrumentation Address Decoding, Bus Bridge and Protocol Conversion, Test and Measurement Fixture Control, Military and Aerospace Legacy Retrofit.
Legacy Industrial Control Backplanes
The EPM9560RI240-15N fits legacy industrial control backplanes because its 560 macrocells and 216 user I/O pins can absorb the address decoding, wait-state generation, and bus arbitration logic that older discrete TTL implementations performed. Its industrial -40 C to +85 C rating and 5.0 V supply match the voltage and thermal environment of existing 5 V backplane hardware, so the CPLD can be dropped into a socket or footprint already designed for the MAX 9000 family. With 15 ns pin-to-pin delay, the device meets the timing budget of classic 8- and 16-bit bus cycles without adding wait states. Because configuration is stored in on-chip EEPROM, the logic is live immediately at power-up, avoiding the boot delay and external configuration PROM required by SRAM-based FPGAs in the same role.
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Telecommunications Line-Card Glue Logic
In telecommunications line cards, the EPM9560RI240-15N implements glue logic such as clock multiplexing, framer interface handshaking, and register decoding between a backplane bus and line-interface ASICs. Its 145 MHz internal frequency and 15 ns pin-to-pin delay support the timing margins of T1/E1 and early SONET line rates, while the 216 I/O pins provide enough fan-out to bridge multiple bus segments on one device. The 5.0 V supply and 3.3 V/5.0 V configurable I/O allow the CPLD to sit between legacy 5 V control logic and 3.3 V interface devices without level shifters. Non-volatile EEPROM configuration means the line card boots deterministically after a power cycle, which is important for carrier-grade equipment that must recover without a host processor.
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Instrumentation Address Decoding
The EPM9560RI240-15N is well suited to instrumentation address decoding because its 560 macrocells can implement chip-select generation, memory-mapped register decode, and interrupt prioritization for a microprocessor bus in a single non-volatile device. The 15 ns propagation delay keeps decode logic well inside the setup and hold windows of classic 5 V microprocessors, and the 216 I/O pins allow direct connection to address, data, and control buses without external buffers. Industrial temperature qualification supports benchtop and rack-mount instruments that must operate in unregulated lab environments. Because the logic is EEPROM-based, the instrument retains its decode configuration across power cycles, eliminating the configuration-load step that SRAM FPGAs require and simplifying the boot sequence of embedded instruments.
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Bus Bridge and Protocol Conversion
The EPM9560RI240-15N can serve as a bus bridge between dissimilar legacy buses, for example converting an ISA-style parallel bus to a custom peripheral interface or translating between two asynchronous handshake protocols. Its 560 macrocells provide enough state-machine capacity to implement both protocol engines plus the FIFO control and arbitration logic between them, while the 216 I/O pins accommodate the wide address and data buses on each side. The 145 MHz internal frequency allows the bridge to oversample slower bus clocks for reliable synchronization. Because the device is in-system programmable over IEEE 1149.1 JTAG, protocol fixes can be deployed in the field without replacing hardware, which extends the service life of legacy systems whose original bridge ASICs are no longer produced.
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Test and Measurement Fixture Control
The EPM9560RI240-15N is used in test and measurement fixtures to sequence stimulus and measurement hardware, generate timing strobes, and multiplex signals between a host controller and the device under test. Its 216 user I/O pins allow a single CPLD to drive many relay coils, level shifters, and clock gates, reducing fixture part count. The 15 ns pin-to-pin delay provides deterministic strobe placement, which matters when correlating measurement events across multiple channels. Industrial temperature range supports fixtures operated in production floors without climate control. Non-volatile EEPROM configuration means the fixture powers up in a known state every time, avoiding the reconfiguration step and associated boot latency of SRAM-based programmable logic in the same control role.
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Military and Aerospace Legacy Retrofit
The EPM9560RI240-15N is a candidate for military and aerospace legacy retrofit programs where an existing MAX 9000 design must be sustained after the original part becomes hard to source. Its industrial temperature range and 5.0 V operation match many older avionics and ground-support designs, and the 240-pin RQFP footprint allows a direct board-level replacement without layout changes. The 560 macrocells and 216 I/O pins preserve the original logic capacity, so no functional re-partitioning is required. Because the device is EEPROM-configured, it retains its design through the wide temperature excursions and power interruptions typical of deployed equipment. Retrofit programs should still qualify each lot for authenticity given the obsolete status of the MAX 9000 family.
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Engineering reference data for EPM9560RI240-15N — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPM9560RI240-15 | EPM9560RC240-15N | EPM9560RI240-10 | EPM9560RC240-15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 240-pin RQFP | 240-pin RQFP - same | 240-pin RQFP - same | 240-pin RQFP - same | 240-pin RQFP - same |
| Brand | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel |
| Macrocells | 560 | 560 | 560 | 560 | 560 |
| User I/O Pins | 216 | 216 | 216 | 216 | 216 |
| Pin-to-Pin Propagation Delay | 15 ns | 15 ns | 15 ns | 10 ns | 15 ns |
| Internal Frequency | 145 MHz | 145 MHz | 145 MHz | [DATA_NEEDED] | 145 MHz |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 C to +85 C (industrial) | -40 C to +85 C (industrial) | 0 C to +70 C (commercial) | -40 C to +85 C (industrial) | 0 C to +70 C (commercial) |
| Lead-Free Finish | Yes (N suffix, RoHS3) | No (leaded) | Yes (N suffix, RoHS3) | Yes (N suffix, RoHS3) | No (leaded) |
| Supply Voltage | 5.0 V | 5.0 V | 5.0 V | 5.0 V | 5.0 V |
| Configuration Memory | EEPROM (non-volatile) | EEPROM (non-volatile) | EEPROM (non-volatile) | EEPROM (non-volatile) | EEPROM (non-volatile) |
Key Differentiators
- Industrial temperature range with lead-free finish (vs EPM9560RC240-15N)
- Lead-free RoHS3 finish in the industrial grade (vs EPM9560RI240-15)
- Balanced 15 ns speed grade for legacy timing budgets (vs EPM9560RI240-10)
- Non-volatile EEPROM configuration (vs EPM9560RC240-20N)
Design Notes
Decouple every VCC pin of the EPM9560RI240-15N with a 0.1 uF ceramic capacitor placed as close to the pin as possible, plus at least one bulk 10 uF capacitor per power plane. The 240-pin RQFP has many supply pins distributed around the die, and a single bulk capacitor will not suppress the high-frequency transients generated when many I/O pins switch simultaneously. Estimated: with 216 I/O pins switching at 5 V into 50 pF loads, the aggregate transient current can exceed several amperes for a few nanoseconds, so low-inductance decoupling is essential for reliable operation.
Route the JTAG signals (TCK, TMS, TDI, TDO) as short, controlled-impedance traces and keep them away from high-speed I/O nets. TCK is the most noise-sensitive signal because a glitch can corrupt the in-system programming sequence. Terminate TCK with a series resistor near the source if the trace exceeds a few centimeters. Provide a dedicated ground return for the JTAG header and keep the programming cable short during production programming to avoid marginal EEPROM writes.
Do not assume the EPM9560RI240-15N is a drop-in for every MAX 9000 variant. The RI suffix denotes industrial temperature range and the N suffix denotes a lead-free finish; substituting a commercial-grade RC part in an industrial design will violate the temperature specification even though the pinout is identical. Also verify that the 3.3 V/5.0 V I/O bank configuration matches the surrounding logic levels before power-up, because an incorrectly configured bank can drive 5 V into a 3.3 V device and damage it.
The 240-pin RQFP package dissipates heat primarily through the leadframe and PCB copper. Estimated: at 5.0 V supply with typical MAX 9000 quiescent current, static power is modest, but dynamic power rises with switching activity and I/O load capacitance. Provide a thermal pad or a copper pour under the device connected to the ground plane to spread heat, and avoid crowding the area with tall components that block airflow. In sealed industrial enclosures, verify the junction temperature stays within the industrial limit using the package thermal resistance from the datasheet.
Because the EPM9560RI240-15N drives up to 216 I/O pins, simultaneous switching noise (SSN) is a real risk on wide buses. Assign adjacent high-speed outputs to non-adjacent pins where the pinout allows, and interleave ground pins between critical signal groups. Series-terminate long traces with 22 to 33 ohm resistors to reduce ringing, and keep the return path continuous under all high-speed nets. These practices are especially important in legacy backplane designs where the CPLD drives heavily loaded buses.
Compliance Information
Distributor listing states RoHS3 Compliant and MSL 3 (168 hours). REACH, halogen-free, and conflict-minerals status were not stated in the verified web data and are marked unknown. Not AEC-Q100 qualified; the MAX 9000 family predates the AEC-Q100 program.
