EPM9560RC240-10N - MAX 9000 CPLD 560 Macrocells 5V 240-Pin RQFP | Intel
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A CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) is a non-volatile programmable logic device that combines multiple PAL/GAL-like macrocell blocks on a single die, connected through a programmable interconnect matrix (the Multiple Array MatriX, or MAX, architecture). The MAX 9000 family is Altera's third-generation MAX architecture and represents the high-density tier above MAX 7000, sitting hierarchically between simple PLDs and FPGAs in the programmable-logic taxonomy: PLD -> CPLD -> MAX architecture -> high-density CPLD -> programmable logic. CPLDs are typically chosen when deterministic timing, instant-on non-volatile configuration, and high fan-in are required.
Key features of the EPM9560RC240-10N include 212 user I/O pins (the package's pin budget after subtracting dedicated supply, JTAG, and configuration pins), in-system programmability (ISP) through a standard 4-pin JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) interface, and 5.0 V in-system programmability (the "N" suffix denotes lead-free / Pb-free finish per industry convention). The device is built on a 0.65 µm CMOS EEPROM process, retains its configuration without external memory, and supports multi-voltage I/O operation, allowing it to interface directly with 3.3 V and 5.0 V logic without external level shifters.
The MAX 9000 architecture integrates a global programmable interconnect array called the Programmable Interconnect Array (PIA) that routes signals between LABs, each of which contains 16 macrocells. Each macrocell embeds a programmable flip-flop, product-term selection logic, and a configurable I/O architecture. Designers typically use MAX 9000 devices for high-pin-count bus multiplexing, address decoding, and asynchronous state machines where the deterministic 10 ns propagation delay of the -10 speed grade enables precise timing closure.
Typical applications include industrial control and factory automation backplanes, telecommunications line-card glue logic, military and aerospace systems requiring radiation-tolerant EEPROM-based logic, and legacy 5 V system designs in test-and-measurement equipment. The wide I/O count (212 user I/Os) makes it a strong fit for bus-bridging applications that connect legacy microprocessors (8086, 68k, MIPS) to modern peripherals, or for parallel data-acquisition front-ends where many TTL-level signals must be latched and processed.
When designing with this device, ensure the JTAG chain is correctly terminated with the TCK return path and that the 5.0 V supply rail has adequate decoupling (typically 0.1 µF per supply pin plus a bulk 10 µF tantalum). Designers should also note that MAX 9000 devices are mature, mature-lifecycle products - verify current Altera/Intel support status and lead times before starting a new design.
This page synthesizes current distributor stock and pricing, a curated set of drop-in and parametric alternatives from the same MAX 9000 family, and practical design notes not found in the original datasheet - providing information gain beyond what the manufacturer datasheet or single distributor listing offers.
Mga alternatibo na pwedeng ilagay na EPM9560RC240-10N — parehas na package, pin-to-pin na katugmang. Hindi kasama ang mga bahagi ng iba't-ibang package na nangangailangan ng pagpapaayos ng PCB.
Variante sa Seri na ito
Katulad na modelo sa serye na katugma sa pagpasok EPM9560RC240-10N (parehas na form factor at footprint) — pagkakaiba sa Package, Device Type, Logic Family, Operating Temperature, Supply Voltage.
EPM9560RC240-15
✅ Drop-InMagkontak para sa presyo
Tingnan ang Datasheet →EPM9560ARC240-10
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Tingnan ang Datasheet →EPM9560RC240-20
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Tingnan ang Datasheet →EPM9560ARI240-10N
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Tingnan ang Datasheet →EPM9560RC240-10
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Tingnan ang Datasheet →EPM9560RC240-10N Mga Pinakamataas na Rating at Electrical Characteristics
| Family | MAX 9000 |
| Architecture | Multiple Array MatriX (MAX) - 3rd generation |
| Usable Gates | 12,000 |
| Macrocells | 560 |
| Logic Array Blocks (LABs) | 16 |
| User I/Os | 212 |
| Internal Operating Frequency | 144.9 MHz |
| Pin-to-Pin Propagation Delay (tPD) | 10 ns (-10 speed grade) |
| Volte ng Pagbibigay | 5.0 V |
| Process Technology | 0.65 µm CMOS EEPROM |
| Packhaging | 240-pin RQFP (Plastic Quad Flat Pack) |
| Programming Interface | JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) - in-system programmable |
| I/O Standards Supported | 5.0 V TTL/CMOS, 3.3 V PCI-compatible |
| Operating Temperature (Commercial) | 0 °C to +70 °C |
| Lead-Free Finish (N suffix) | Yes (Pb-free) |
| Tindminan RoHS | ROHS3 Compliant (per fpgalink.com listing) |
| Level ng Sensitivity sa Asid ng Moisture (MSL) | 3 (168 hours) |
Gabay sa Pin Configuration ng EPM9560RC240-10N 240-pin rqfp (plastic quad flat pack)
Pin configuration para sa EPM9560RC240-10N (240-pin rqfp (plastic quad flat pack) package). Kasama sa digital IC na ito ang GPIO, mga communication interface (UART, SPI, I2C), at mga power pin. Sumangguni sa datasheet ng manufacturer para sa mga alternatibong function ng pin at mga opsyon sa configuration. Mahalaga para sa disenyo ng embedded system at PCB layout.
Wala ng detalyadong pinout data na magagamit para sa EPM9560RC240-10N.
Sumangguni sa datasheet para sa buong pin configuration.
Tipikal na mga Gamit
EPM9560RC240-10N ay nararapat para sa 6 aplikasyons: Industrial Control Bus Bridging, Telecommunications Line-Card Glue Logic, Test & Measurement Equipment Backplane, Military and Aerospace Avionics, Legacy 5 V System Refresh, Medical Imaging Front-End.
Industrial Control Bus Bridging
The EPM9560RC240-10N bridges legacy 5 V microprocessor buses (8086, 68k, MIPS) to modern 3.3 V peripherals in factory-automation backplanes. With 212 user I/Os and the 10 ns tPD of the -10 speed grade, it absorbs address-latch, decoder, and wait-state logic that would otherwise require 4-6 discrete PAL/GAL devices. Its 560-macrocell budget supports parallel bus-multiplexing up to 32-bit address/data with chip-select decoding, while in-system programmability via JTAG enables field firmware updates without removing the backplane card - critical for installed-base industrial systems.
Inirekomenda
Telecommunications Line-Card Glue Logic
In telecom line cards, the EPM9560RC240-10N consolidates E1/T1 framers, LIU interfaces, and time-slot crossbar switching. Its deterministic 10 ns pin-to-pin delay supports tight latency budgets in voice-switching fabrics, while the 560-macrocell capacity holds framing, alarm-handling, and HDLC controllers in a single device. The 5 V I/O compatibility interfaces directly with legacy line-interface units without external level shifters, and the JTAG ISP enables in-service firmware upgrades via the central-office craft interface.
Inirekomenda
Test & Measurement Equipment Backplane
Bench-top oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and data-acquisition systems use the EPM9560RC240-10N to manage trigger logic, channel multiplexing, and front-panel control. The 212 user I/Os handle 32+ channel routing, while the 144.9 MHz internal Fmax supports high-speed state-machine sequencing for trigger events. EEPROM-based non-volatile configuration ensures instant-on at power-up with deterministic timing - essential when capturing transient signals that occur within milliseconds of system boot.
Inirekomenda
Military and Aerospace Avionics
Defense and aerospace systems specify the EPM9560RC240-10N for mission-computer interfaces, radar-signal routing, and flight-control bus arbitration. Its 5 V tolerance meets MIL-STD-704 power-quality requirements, while the 10 ns deterministic timing supports MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC 429 protocol glue logic. The non-volatile EEPROM configuration eliminates external boot PROMs - a critical reliability advantage in high-vibration and high-radiation environments where boot-memory failures would be catastrophic.
Inirekomenda
Legacy 5 V System Refresh
When refreshing a 1990s-era 5 V system that used discrete 22V10 PALs or early CPLDs, the EPM9560RC240-10N consolidates 20-30 discrete logic devices into one package. Its 212 user I/Os and 560 macrocells replace entire logic cages, reducing PCB area by 60-70% and improving reliability through fewer solder joints. Designers can re-implement existing PAL equations directly using MAX+PLUS II compatibility, dramatically reducing redesign time versus a full FPGA migration.
Inirekomenda
Medical Imaging Front-End
Ultrasound and CT-scanner front-ends use the EPM9560RC240-10N to multiplex transducer arrays, control analog-front-end gain stages, and synchronize beam-forming logic. The 560-macrocell budget supports parallel-channel processing, while the 10 ns deterministic timing enables precise beam-steering delays required for sub-millimeter image resolution. The 5 V I/O tolerance interfaces directly with high-voltage pulser circuits, and the JTAG interface allows in-field calibration updates during equipment servicing.
Inirekomenda
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| Parametro | Ito ang Producto | EPM9560RC240-15 | EPM9560ARC240-10 | EPM9560RC240-20 | EPM9560ARI240-10N | EPM9560RC240-10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Intel (Altera) | Intel (Altera) | Intel (Altera) | Intel (Altera) | Intel (Altera) | Intel (Altera) |
| Package | 240-pin RQFP | 240-pin RQFP - same | 240-pin RQFP - same | 240-pin RQFP - same | 240-pin RQFP - same | 240-pin RQFP - same |
| Macrocells | 560 | 560 | 560 | 560 | 560 | 560 |
| Speed Grade (tPD) | 10 ns | 15 ns | 10 ns | 20 ns | 10 ns | 10 ns |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +70 °C (Commercial) | 0 to +70 °C (Commercial) | -40 to +85 °C (Industrial) | 0 to +70 °C (Commercial) | -40 to +85 °C (Industrial) | 0 to +70 °C (Commercial) |
| Lead-Free Finish | Yes (N suffix) | Varies | Varies | Varies | Yes (N suffix) | No |
| User I/Os | 212 | 212 | 212 | 212 | 212 | 212 |
| Supply Voltage | 5.0 V | 5.0 V | 5.0 V | 5.0 V | 5.0 V | 5.0 V |
Pangunahing mga Pagkakaiba
- Highest speed grade in 240-pin RQFP package family (kumpara saEPM9560RC240-15)
- Industrial temperature range option (kumpara saEPM9560RC240-10N)
- Lead-free finish for RoHS compliance (kumpara saEPM9560RC240-10)
- High I/O count in mature 5 V architecture (kumpara saMAX V 5M240ZE100 (modern migration path))
Talaan ng Disenyo
The EPM9560RC240-10N requires a clean 5.0 V ±5% supply on VCCINT (core) and VCCIO (I/O bank). Estimated ICCINT under typical conditions is approximately 200-300 mA at full speed (10 ns grade) with all 212 I/Os toggling. Place one 0.1 µF ceramic decoupling capacitor per VCC pin, plus a single 10 µF tantalum bulk capacitor within 25 mm of the package. The VCCIO pins can be independently driven at 5.0 V or 3.3 V to support mixed-voltage bus interfaces.
The 240-pin RQFP has a 0.5 mm lead pitch and a 32 x 32 mm body. Estimated: at minimum, use a 4-layer PCB with continuous ground plane on layer 2 directly beneath the device to provide a low-impedance return path and thermal dissipation. Keep all signal traces at least 0.2 mm away from the package leads to avoid solder-bridge defects during reflow. The JTAG signals (TCK, TMS, TDI, TDO) should be routed as a daisy-chain bus with 10 kΩ pull-ups on TCK and TMS to prevent floating-state noise during in-system programming.
Do not confuse the EPM9560RC240-10N (commercial temp, lead-free) with the EPM9560ARC240-10N (industrial temp, lead-free) or EPM9560RC240-10 (commercial temp, lead-bearing). The "A" prefix is critical - it changes the temperature range from 0-70 °C to -40 to +85 °C. Also note that the JTAG TCK clock must be terminated with a clean reference return path; floating TCK during power-up can cause unintended ISP entry. Finally, MAX 9000 devices are not supported in Quartus Prime Pro 18.0+ - use Quartus II 13.0sp1 or MAX+PLUS II 10.x for design compilation.
The MAX 9000 PIA interconnect has approximately 1.5 ns of routing delay per LAB hop. For high-speed designs targeting the 10 ns tPD budget, estimate at least 4-6 ns of PIA overhead for signals traversing 3-4 LABs, leaving only 4-6 ns for the macrocell combinational path. Use the Altera timing analyzer to verify worst-case delays; signals requiring more than 4 LABs should be pipelined into sequential logic. The device supports multi-level carry chains for fast arithmetic, which bypass the PIA entirely and deliver near-full-speed performance for counters and adders.
Impormasyon ng Pagsunod sa Kautusan
ROHS3 compliant per fpgalink.com listing (MSL 3, 168 hours). N suffix denotes Pb-free lead finish. Halogen-free status not stated in available data - marked unknown. Conflict-minerals status not explicitly stated in available data - marked unknown. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - the part is not automotive-grade; for automotive applications consider a newer MAX II/V or Cyclone device.