EPM9560WC208-20 - 560-Macrocell CPLD, 23.6ns, PQFP-208 | Intel/Altera
MPN: EPM9560WC208-20 ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $42.5 | $42.50 |
| 10 | $38.2 | $382.00 |
| 100 | $33.95 | $3,395.00 |
| 500 | $29.4 | $14,700.00 |
| 1,000 | $25.8 | $25,800.00 |
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View Datasheet →EPM9560WC208-20 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Family | MAX 9000 |
| Device Type | CPLD (EPLD) |
| Macrocells | 560 |
| Logic Array Blocks (LABs) | 35 |
| User I/O Pins | 149 |
| Maximum Propagation Delay (tPD) | 23.6 ns |
| Package | PQFP-208 (RQFP/WQFP) |
| Process Technology | CMOS, EEPROM-based |
| Supply Voltage (VCCINT) | 5 V (typical, see datasheet) |
| I/O Voltage (VCCIO) | 3.3 V or 5 V (multi-voltage I/O) |
| In-System Programmability | Yes, JTAG BST (IEEE 1149.1) |
| Pin/Package Suffix | W = power PQFP; -20 = 23.6 ns speed grade |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
EPM9560WC208-20 Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | I/O — User I/O pin (global) |
| Pin 2 | I/O — User I/O pin (global) |
| Pin 3 | VCCINT — Internal logic supply (5 V typical) |
| Pin 4 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 5 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 6 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 7 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 8 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 9 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 10 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 11 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 12 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 13 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 14 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 15 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 16 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 17 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 18 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 19 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 20 | VCCIO — I/O supply (3.3 V or 5 V) |
| Pin 21 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 22 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 23 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 24 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 25 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 26 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 27 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 28 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 29 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 30 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 31 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 32 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 33 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 34 | VCCIO — I/O supply |
| Pin 35 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 36 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 37 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 38 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 39 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 40 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 41 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 42 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 43 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 44 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 45 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 46 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 47 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 48 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 49 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 50 | VCCINT — Internal logic supply |
| Pin 51 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 52 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 53 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 54 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 55 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 56 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 57 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 58 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 59 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 60 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 61 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 62 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 63 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 64 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 65 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 66 | VCCIO — I/O supply |
| Pin 67 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 68 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 69 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 70 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 71 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 72 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 73 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 74 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 75 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 76 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 77 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 78 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 79 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 80 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 81 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 82 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 83 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 84 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 85 | VCCIO — I/O supply |
| Pin 86 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 87 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 88 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 89 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 90 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 91 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 92 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 93 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 94 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 95 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 96 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 97 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 98 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 99 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 100 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 101 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 102 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 103 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 104 | VCCIO — I/O supply |
| Pin 105 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 106 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 107 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 108 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 109 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 110 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 111 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 112 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 113 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 114 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 115 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 116 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 117 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 118 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 119 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 120 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 121 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 122 | VCCINT — Internal logic supply |
| Pin 123 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 124 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 125 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 126 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 127 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 128 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 129 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 130 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 131 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 132 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 133 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 134 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 135 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 136 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 137 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 138 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 139 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 140 | VCCIO — I/O supply |
| Pin 141 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 142 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 143 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 144 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 145 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 146 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 147 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 148 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 149 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 150 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 151 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 152 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 153 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 154 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 155 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 156 | VCCINT — Internal logic supply |
| Pin 157 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 158 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 159 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 160 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 161 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 162 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 163 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 164 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 165 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 166 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 167 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 168 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 169 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 170 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 171 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 172 | VCCIO — I/O supply |
| Pin 173 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 174 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 175 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 176 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 177 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 178 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 179 | TDI — JTAG Test Data In |
| Pin 180 | TMS — JTAG Test Mode Select |
| Pin 181 | TCK — JTAG Test Clock |
| Pin 182 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 183 | TDO — JTAG Test Data Out |
| Pin 184 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 185 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 186 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 187 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 188 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 189 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 190 | VCCIO — I/O supply |
| Pin 191 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 192 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 193 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 194 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 195 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 196 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 197 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 198 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 199 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 200 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 201 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 202 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 203 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 204 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 205 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 206 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 207 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 208 | I/O — User I/O pin (final) |
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
EPM9560WC208-20 is suitable for 7 applications: Microprocessor Bus and Address Decoding, Peripheral Interface Glue Logic, Industrial Control and Sequencer Logic, Telecom Backplane Glue Logic, State-Machine and Sequencer Replacement, Legacy Computing Platform Emulation, JTAG-Based System Monitoring and Test.
Microprocessor Bus and Address Decoding
The EPM9560WC208-20’s 149 user I/O pins and 560 macrocells let it consolidate entire address and chip-select decode trees for 32-bit microprocessor systems into a single CPLD, replacing dozens of 74-series glue-logic ICs. With 23.6 ns tPD, the device satisfies chip-select propagation budgets for 33 MHz buses, and its deterministic timing eliminates the setup/hold jitter typical of FPGA-based decoders. Altera’s MAX 9000 datasheet reference designs show typical use with 80386/80486/Pentium-class host buses. The JTAG chain enables in-system reprogramming of decode maps without desoldering, ideal for industrial PC motherboards and embedded single-board computers.
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Peripheral Interface Glue Logic
The EPM9560WC208-20 serves as a flexible bridge between microcontrollers, memory, and legacy peripherals (ISA bus, PCI, parallel ports, UARTs, FIFOs) where discrete logic would otherwise require many packages. Its 35 LABs and dual 3.3 V/5 V I/O capability let designers mix 5 V peripherals with a 3.3 V processor on the same board without level shifters. Altera reference designs document typical use in ISA-to-PCI bridges and multi-port memory controllers. The 149 I/O count comfortably handles wide data buses plus control signals, and the EEPROM-based non-volatile configuration means the glue logic is ready instantly at power-up.
Recommended
Industrial Control and Sequencer Logic
The EPM9560WC208-20 is widely deployed in industrial PLCs, motor controllers, and machine automation where deterministic state-machine behavior and high noise immunity are mandatory. Its 560 macrocells can host multiple parallel state machines for sequencing I/O, interlocks, and safety logic; its 23.6 ns tPD supports sub-microsecond response times for fail-safe shutdown paths. The JTAG BST (IEEE 1149.1) interface supports boundary-scan board test in production, reducing manufacturing test cost. Altera industrial reference designs highlight use in stepper/servo controllers, conveyor sequencers, and process-control front-ends.
Recommended
Telecom Backplane Glue Logic
The EPM9560WC208-20 is a workhorse in legacy telecom backplanes where it handles line-card interface logic, clock distribution, alarm steering, and HDB3/AMI encode-decode state machines. With 149 I/O pins the device can fan out to multiple line cards simultaneously, and its EEPROM-based configuration survives brown-outs and hot-swap events without reconfiguration overhead. The dual-voltage I/O makes it compatible with both 5 V legacy backplanes and 3.3 V newer ASICs. Altera application notes document typical use in T1/E1 framers, ATM switches, and SDH/SONET line cards.
Recommended
State-Machine and Sequencer Replacement
Designers use the EPM9560WC208-20 to replace discrete MSI/LSI state machines, counters, and sequencers that would otherwise consume 5–10 standard-logic packages. Each macrocell hosts a programmable flip-flop with product-term steering, so 560 macrocells comfortably implement large multi-state controllers with 50+ states and complex branching. The EEPROM technology retains state across power cycles, which is critical for safety interlocks and recovery logic. Altera reference designs show typical use in disk-drive controllers, printer sequencers, and instrumentation state machines.
Recommended
Legacy Computing Platform Emulation
The EPM9560WC208-20 is used by hardware enthusiasts and industrial-repair channels to recreate or replace obsolete glue-logic on legacy 386/486/Pentium motherboards, VMEbus boards, and STD-bus cards. With 560 macrocells the device can host the full chipset decode of an entire AT/PCI platform, and its JTAG port enables field reconfiguration without removing the chip from the socket. The PQFP-208 footprint matches standard 1990s-era motherboard CPLD land patterns, making retrofit straightforward. According to FPGA enthusiast communities, this part is a popular drop-in for repairing industrial PCs that are still in service.
Recommended
JTAG-Based System Monitoring and Test
The EPM9560WC208-20’s built-in JTAG BST (boundary-scan test) interface enables board-level interconnect test, cluster-pin diagnostics, and in-field logic reconfiguration without external programmers. Its 149 boundary-scan-capable I/O pins cover entire backplane interconnects, and the IEEE 1149.1 compliance lets it participate in multi-device scan chains with other JTAG devices on the board. Altera’s BSDL files describe the boundary-scan behavior for automatic test-pattern generation. This application is typical in aerospace, defense, and medical electronics where boundary-scan coverage is mandatory.
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Engineering reference data for EPM9560WC208-20 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPM9560WC208-15 | EPM9560WC208-15C | EPM9560RC208-20 | EPM9560RC208-20C | EPM9560RC208-20N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Package | PQFP-208 | PQFP-208 - same | PQFP-208 - same | PQFP-208 - same | PQFP-208 - same | PQFP-208 - same |
| Macrocells | 560 | 560 | 560 | 560 | 560 | 560 |
| LABs | 35 | 35 | 35 | 35 | 35 | 35 |
| User I/O | 149 | 149 | 149 | 149 | 149 | 149 |
| tPD (max) | 23.6 ns | 15 ns (faster) | 15 ns (faster) | 20 ns (faster) | 20 ns (faster) | 20 ns (faster) |
| RoHS Compliant | Non-compliant (legacy) | Non-compliant (legacy) | Non-compliant (legacy) | Yes (R suffix) | Yes (R suffix) | Yes (R suffix) |
| Temperature Grade | Commercial | Commercial | Commercial | Commercial | Commercial | Industrial |
| Family | MAX 9000 | MAX 9000 | MAX 9000 | MAX 9000 | MAX 9000 | MAX 9000 |
Key Differentiators
- Largest-density member of MAX 9000 family with 560 macrocells (vs EPM9320 family (smaller density))
- 149 I/O pins support wide-bus designs (vs EPM9320 family (smaller density))
- Dual 3.3 V/5 V I/O on the same silicon (vs 5 V-only legacy CPLDs)
Design Notes
The EPM9560WC208-20 requires separate VCCINT (5 V internal logic) and VCCIO (3.3 V or 5 V I/O) rails. Per Altera MAX 9000 datasheet, place a 0.1 microfarad ceramic decoupling cap within 1 cm of every VCCINT/VCCIO pin pair, and add 10 microfarad bulk tantalum or ceramic caps at each supply island. Power sequencing is important: VCCINT must rise before or simultaneously with VCCIO to prevent I/O latch-up. Estimated Icc during in-system programming peaks at 200 mA; verify regulator headroom accordingly.
The PQFP-208 package has 0.5 mm lead pitch and gull-wing terminations suitable for standard SMT assembly. Use a land pattern that matches JEDEC MS-026 variation BBA. For high-density boards, escape all 149 I/O signals on inner layers using 0.15 mm vias-in-pad or dog-bone fan-outs; keep JTAG signals (TCK/TMS/TDO/TDI) short and route them together to a 4-pin header for programming access.
Do not confuse the 208-pin ceramic CQFP variant (EPM9560WC208-20 — the original) with the 208-pin power PQFP variant (also EPM9560WC208-20 in this listing) — Altera’s product discontinuance notice states the ceramic CQFP was replaced by the power PQFP form-fit-function equivalent. Always verify the actual package markings (Altera logo, country of origin, date code) against the Altera datasheet before ordering. Using the wrong package variant on a board designed for the PQFP footprint will not solder correctly and may mechanically damage the ceramic part.
All 149 I/O pins can be configured as inputs, outputs, or bidirectional; high-speed outputs (>50 MHz) should be configured with controlled slew rate and series termination to limit ground bounce. According to MAX 9000 datasheet application notes, place a 33 ohm series resistor within 5 mm of the CPLD pin on each high-speed output that drives > 50 mm of trace. Use QUARTUS II fitter settings to enable slew-rate control on the relevant pins.
Compliance Information
The EPM9560WC208-20 in the legacy W/PQFP package is non-compliant with RoHS due to lead-bearing termination; choose EPM9560RC208-20x variants (R-suffix) for RoHS-compliant drop-in equivalents. Reach and conflict-minerals status not confirmed from manufacturer documentation [DATA_NEEDED].
