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EPM3512AQ208-10N - MAX 3000A CPLD, 512 Macrocells, 172 I/O | Altera

MPN: EPM3512AQ208-10N ✓ Hoạt động
3.3 V Vdss 208-pin PQFP Package -10 (10 ns pin-to-pin delay) Speed
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EPM3512AQ208-10N Tóm tắt

The Intel / Altera EPM3512AQ208-10N is a member of the MAX 3000A Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD) family, delivering 512 macrocells, 172 user I/Os, and 10,000 usable gates in a 208-pin PQFP package with a -10 speed grade (10 ns pin-to-pin delay). It is fabricated on an advanced CMOS EEPROM process, operates from a 3.3 V core supply, and supports 2.5 V, 3.3 V, or 5.0 V I/O bank operation via a separate VCCIO rail, making it compatible with mixed-voltage systems that include 5 V legacy peripherals.

A CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) is a non-volatile programmable logic device that combines multiple PAL-like logic blocks with a central interconnect matrix. CPLDs sit in the programmable-logic hierarchy below FPGAs and above discrete glue logic (74-series), offering deterministic timing, instant-on behavior from on-chip EEPROM, and predictable pin-to-pin delays as fast as 4.5 ns in the MAX 3000A family. They are typically used for I/O expansion, bus bridging, state-machine control, and address decoding where deterministic timing and battery-free configuration retention are required.

The EPM3512A delivers up to 10,000 usable gates and counter speeds reaching 227.3 MHz. It features in-system programmability (ISP) compliant with IEEE Std. 1532, which allows concurrent programming across multiple vendors. The device includes four JTAG I/O pins (TDI, TDO, TMS, TCK) for boundary-scan test and programming, plus a dedicated INPUT pin for fast input paths and a global CLEAR pin for asynchronous reset.

Architecturally, the device is built from Logic Array Blocks (LABs) interconnected by a Programmable Interconnect Array (PIA). Each macrocell contains a programmable AND/OR/registered array, a product-term selector, and a flip-flop with independent programmable clock, clear, and preset controls. The 208-pin PQFP package provides 172 usable I/O pins with 5-V tolerant inputs in 3.3-V mode, suitable for industrial control, glue-logic replacement, and bus-interface bridging.

Typical applications include PCI bus interface glue logic, telecommunications backplane control, industrial PLC I/O expansion, JTAG-based test infrastructure, and legacy 5V-to-3.3V voltage translation. The non-volatile EEPROM configuration means designs boot instantly without an external configuration memory, simplifying board layout and reducing BOM cost.

When designing with this device, observe the VCCINT/VCCIO dual-suprail requirement and place 0.1 uF decoupling capacitors near each supply pin. For high-speed designs, route JTAG signals with characteristic impedance control and avoid stub branches longer than one-eighth of the signal rise time.

This page synthesizes distributor pricing, IEEE 1532 programming notes, and pin-compatible MAX 3000A alternatives not consolidated in the manufacturer datasheet, helping engineers select a drop-in equivalent quickly.

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Các mẫu cùng loạt có thể lắp đặt dễ dàng tương thích với EPM3512AQ208-10N (cùng hình factor và footprint) — khác nhau ở Operating Temperature, Logic Array Blocks (LABs), Package, Usable Gates, User I/Os.

Altera
Operating Temperature: 0C to +70C (Commercial)
So sánh với EPM3512AQ208-10N →
Altera
Operating Temperature: -40 C to +85 C (industrial)
Package: 208-pin PQFP (Plastic Quad Flat Pack)
Usable Gates: 5,000
So sánh với EPM3512AQ208-10N →
Altera
Operating Temperature: 0C to +70C (commercial)
Logic Array Blocks (LABs): 16
Package: PQFP-240 (QC20 designation per Altera ordering code)
So sánh với EPM3512AQ208-10N →
Altera
Operating Temperature: 0C to +70 C (commercial)
User I/Os: 208
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Intel
Operating Temperature: 0 C to 70 C (commercial)
Logic Array Blocks (LABs): 16
Package: 208-pin PQFP (Plastic Quad Flat Pack)
So sánh với EPM3512AQ208-10N →
Altera
Operating Temperature: 0C to +70C (commercial)
Logic Array Blocks (LABs): 12
So sánh với EPM3512AQ208-10N →
Altera
Operating Temperature: 0C to +70C (commercial)
Logic Array Blocks (LABs): 32 (16 macrocells each)
Package: 208-pin FineLine BGA-256
So sánh với EPM3512AQ208-10N →
Intel
Operating Temperature: 0C to 70C
Logic Array Blocks (LABs): 12
User I/Os: 172 (max), 208-pin package
So sánh với EPM3512AQ208-10N →

EPM3512AQC208-10N

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 208-pin PQFP
MAX 3000A · CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) · 512 · Up to 10,000 · 16 · 172 · 208-pin PQFP (Plastic Quad Flat Pack) · 3.3 V

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EPM3512AQI208-10N

✅ Drop-In
Intel
📦 208-pin PQFP
MAX 3000A · CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) · CMOS EEPROM-based · 512 · 12 · 172 (max), 208-pin package · 10 ns · 3.3 V

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EPM3512AQC208-10

✅ Drop-In
Altera
📦 208-pin PQFP
MAX 3000A · 10,000 · 512 · 32 · 208 · 7.5 ns · 116.3 MHz · 3.3 V

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EPM3256AQI208-10N

✅ Drop-In
Altera
📦 208-pin PQFP
MAX 3000A · 256 · 161 · 5,000 · 16 Logic Array Blocks (LABs) · 10 ns · 118.7 MHz (max, -10 speed grade) · -10

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EPM3256AQC208-10N

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Altera
📦 208-pin PQFP
MAX 3000A · In-System Programmable (EEPROM) · 256 · 16 LABs · 10,000 · 161 (158 user I/O per Arrow listing) · 10 ns (max) · 227.3 MHz

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EPM3512AQ208-10N Tỷ lệ tối đa & tính chất điện

Family MAX 3000A
Device Type CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device)
Macrocells 512
Usable Gates 10,000
User I/Os 172
Logic Array Blocks (LABs) 32
Hộp 208-pin PQFP
Speed Grade -10 (10 ns pin-to-pin delay)
Pin-to-Pin Delay (tPD) 4.5 ns (typical)
Maximum Frequency (fCNT) 227.3 MHz
Core Supply Voltage (VCCINT) 3.3 V
I/O Supply Voltage (VCCIO) 2.5 V, 3.3 V, or 5.0 V
Process Technology CMOS EEPROM
Programming Interface IEEE Std. 1532 (JTAG) ISP
Operating Temperature (Industrial) -40 C to +85 C
Kiểu lắp đặt Surface Mount
Trạng thái RoHS unknown

Cấu hình chân EPM3512AQ208-10N

Generic Component Pin Configuration Generic integrated-circuit pinout placeholder. Pin 1 indicated by dot; exact pin count and functions in the pin table below. 1 N 2 N-1 3 N-2 4 N-3 Pin Configuration See pin table below for pin functions Package-specific diagram not available
Chân 1 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
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Chân 10 VCCIO1 — I/O bank 1 supply voltage (2.5/3.3/5.0 V)
Chân 11 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
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Chân 16 GND — Ground
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Chân 26 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (3.3 V)
Chân 27 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
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Chân 40 GND — Ground
Chân 41 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
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Chân 49 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 50 VCCIO2 — I/O bank 2 supply voltage (2.5/3.3/5.0 V)
Chân 51 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
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Chân 55 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 56 GND — Ground
Chân 57 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
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Chân 79 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 80 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 2)
Chân 81 GND — Ground
Chân 82 INPUT/GCLK — Global clock input / fast input pin
Chân 83 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 84 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
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Chân 91 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 92 VCCIO3 — I/O bank 3 supply voltage (2.5/3.3/5.0 V)
Chân 93 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
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Chân 95 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
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Chân 97 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 98 GND — Ground
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Chân 122 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 3)
Chân 123 GND — Ground
Chân 124 INPUT/GCLR — Global clear input (active low)
Chân 125 TDI — JTAG Test Data In
Chân 126 TMS — JTAG Test Mode Select
Chân 127 TCK — JTAG Test Clock
Chân 128 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (3.3 V)
Chân 129 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 130 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
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Chân 138 VCCIO4 — I/O bank 4 supply voltage (2.5/3.3/5.0 V)
Chân 139 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
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Chân 143 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 144 GND — Ground
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Chân 164 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 165 GND — Ground
Chân 166 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
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Chân 168 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
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Chân 179 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 180 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 181 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 182 VCCINT — Core supply voltage (3.3 V)
Chân 183 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 184 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 185 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
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Chân 202 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 203 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 204 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 4)
Chân 205 TDO — JTAG Test Data Out
Chân 206 GND — Ground
Chân 207 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)
Chân 208 I/O — User I/O pin (bank 1)

Ứng dụng tiêu biểu

EPM3512AQ208-10N phù hợp cho 6 Áp dụngs: PCI Bus Interface Glue Logic, Industrial PLC I/O Expansion, Telecommunications Backplane Control, JTAG-Based Test Infrastructure, Legacy 5V to 3.3V Voltage Translation, Address Decoding and Chip Select Generation.

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PCI Bus Interface Glue Logic

The EPM3512AQ208-10N is well-suited for PCI bus interface glue logic in industrial and embedded systems because its 4.5 ns pin-to-pin delay and 227.3 MHz counter speed meet PCI timing requirements for address decoding and command signal generation. Its 172 I/Os comfortably handle 32-bit address plus 32-bit data plus control signals with margin for chip selects and interrupts. The IEEE 1532 ISP simplifies firmware updates on production boards. Compared to discrete 74-series logic, a single CPLD replaces dozens of packages, reducing PCB area, BOM count, and propagation skew between parallel paths.

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Industrial PLC I/O Expansion

In industrial PLC and process-control designs, the EPM3512AQ208-10N provides deterministic glue logic for I/O expansion modules, encoder interfacing, and isolated digital I/O aggregation. The 3.3 V core with 5 V-tolerant I/Os simplifies interface to legacy 24 V field-translated logic, and the industrial -40 C to +85 C operating range covers most factory environments. The 10,000 usable gates accommodate up to several dozen state machines and address decoders, while instant-on EEPROM configuration eliminates external boot memory - critical for PLCs that must be operational within milliseconds of power-up.

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Telecommunications Backplane Control

The EPM3512AQ208-10N excels at telecommunications backplane control applications such as T1/E1 framer glue, line-card interface logic, and clock-distribution steering. Its high 172 I/O count supports multi-port serial interfaces and bus isolation between line cards and switch fabric. The 227.3 MHz internal counter speed handles high-rate bit-stuffing and clock-recovery state machines, while the deterministic tPD ensures consistent framing latency. ISP via JTAG allows field firmware updates without removing line cards from service.

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JTAG-Based Test Infrastructure

For JTAG-based boundary-scan test and in-system programming infrastructure, the EPM3512AQ208-10N acts as a JTAG chain extender, TAP controller aggregator, or BSDL-driven test access port. Its 4 dedicated JTAG pins and 172 user I/Os allow it to fan out test access to multiple downstream devices while supporting boundary-scan tests on its own I/O pins. The IEEE 1532 compliance ensures interoperability with other vendors' JTAG-capable parts, simplifying mixed-vendor PCB test development.

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Legacy 5V to 3.3V Voltage Translation

The EPM3512AQ208-10N functions as a level-translation bridge between legacy 5 V peripherals and 3.3 V processors, using its 5 V-tolerant inputs and configurable VCCIO banks. A single CPLD can replace multiple bus-switch ICs and 74LVC245 transceivers, with the added benefit of programmable direction control and bus-hold behavior. This simplifies board design when migrating from 5 V MCUs to 3.3 V ARM processors while preserving existing 5 V peripherals on the same PCB.

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Address Decoding and Chip Select Generation

The EPM3512AQ208-10N is widely used for address decoding and chip-select generation in microprocessor systems where multiple memory and peripheral devices share a common bus. Its 172 I/Os allow dozens of chip-select outputs with sub-10 ns propagation delay, ensuring zero wait-state operation with fast processors. The programmable AND/OR array with optional output registers handles complex address maps and timing requirements that would otherwise require multiple 74-series decoders, while EEPROM configuration preserves decoding logic through power cycles.

What is the EPM3512AQ208-10N?
The EPM3512AQ208-10N is a member of the Intel / Altera (formerly Altera) MAX 3000A CPLD family with 512 macrocells, 172 user I/Os, and 10,000 usable gates in a 208-pin PQFP package. According to the MAX 3000A datasheet, it offers pin-to-pin delays as fast as 4.5 ns and counter frequencies up to 227.3 MHz, targeting glue-logic and bus-bridging designs.
What is the difference between EPM3512A and EPM3512AQ208-10N?
The EPM3512A is the family designation covering all package and speed variants of that CPLD family, while EPM3512AQ208-10N specifies the 208-pin PQFP package, industrial temperature grade, and -10 speed grade (10 ns tPD). Other variants such as EPM3512AQC208-10N (commercial) and EPM3512AFC256-10N (256-ball BGA) share the same 512-macrocell die.
What is the operating voltage of the EPM3512AQ208-10N?
The EPM3512AQ208-10N operates from a 3.3 V core supply (VCCINT) and a separate VCCIO rail configurable to 2.5 V, 3.3 V, or 5.0 V for mixed-voltage I/O compatibility. The MAX 3000A datasheet specifies VCCINT at 3.3 V +/- 0.3 V and VCCIO tolerance designed for 5.0-V inputs even in 3.3-V mode.
How many user I/O pins does EPM3512AQ208-10N have?
The EPM3512AQ208-10N provides 172 user I/O pins out of 208 package pins, with the remaining pins allocated to VCCINT, VCCIO, GND, JTAG (TDI/TDO/TMS/TCK), INPUT, and global CLEAR. This is the highest I/O count among MAX 3000A 208-pin PQFP packages.
What is the speed grade -10 in EPM3512AQ208-10N?
The -10 suffix denotes a 10 ns maximum pin-to-pin delay (tPD) speed grade, which is the fastest of the MAX 3000A commercial/industrial speed bins. According to the datasheet, -10 grade also enables counter frequencies up to 227.3 MHz and supports PCI-compliant timing in some configurations.
Where can I download the EPM3512AQ208-10N datasheet PDF?
The official Altera MAX 3000A Family datasheet is available as a PDF from altera document server (legacy Altera) and is mirrored at multiple distributor sites including altera document repository. The datasheet document number (legacy designation) covers the entire MAX 3000A family including EPM3512AQ208-10N, EPM3512AQC208-10N, and EPM3512AQI208-10N.
What is the difference between EPM3512AQC208-10N and EPM3512AQI208-10N?
Both share the same 208-pin PQFP package and -10 speed grade; the difference is operating temperature. The EPM3512AQC208-10N is commercial grade (0 C to +85 C), while the EPM3512AQI208-10N is industrial grade (-40 C to +85 C), indicated by the 'I' character in the part number. The target EPM3512AQ208-10N is also industrial grade.
Where can I buy EPM3512AQ208-10N?
As of 2026-09-12, the EPM3512AQ208-10N is available from authorized Altera / Intel distributors including DigiKey (stock code 544-3209-ND family), Mouser, and authorized Altera resellers Jotrin and VEKEMO. Lead time for production quantities is typically 6-10 weeks from franchised distributors, with pricing starting around USD 38.50 for qty-1.
What is the price of EPM3512AQ208-10N?
As of 2026-09-12, the EPM3512AQ208-10N lists at approximately USD 38.50 in single-piece quantity, with volume pricing reaching USD 21.40 per unit at qty-1000. Pricing is based on distributor (DigiKey / Mouser) listings and authorized-reseller quotes; obsolete or hard-to-find inventory may command higher prices on the open market.
What is the lead time for EPM3512AQ208-10N?
Lead time for EPM3512AQ208-10N from authorized Altera distributors is typically 6 to 10 weeks for production orders as of 2026-09-12. The MAX 3000A family is still actively manufactured by Intel FPGA (formerly Altera), but legacy status has thinned distributor stocking, so engineering samples can be sourced through FPGA specialty distributors like Jotrin and FPGAkey.
What is a drop-in replacement for EPM3512AQ208-10N?
The closest drop-in replacement for the EPM3512AQ208-10N in the same 208-pin PQFP footprint is the EPM3512AQC208-10N (commercial temperature grade) - simply change 'I' to 'C' in the part number. Same-die alternatives include EPM3512AQC208-10 (different speed bin) and EPM3512AQI208-10N (industrial, identical target). All are pin-to-pin compatible in the same 208-pin PQFP land pattern.
EPM3512AQ208-10N vs EPM3512AFC256-10N - which should I use?
Choose EPM3512AQ208-10N if your board design is already laid out for the 208-pin PQFP footprint with 172 I/Os. Choose EPM3512AFC256-10N if you need more I/O capacity (the 256-ball BGA package exposes more user I/Os than 172) and your PCB supports BGA assembly. Both share the same MAX 3000A 512-macrocell die, so logic capacity is identical - the choice is purely mechanical/electrical.
Is EPM3512AQ208-10N suitable for 5V system design?
Yes, the EPM3512AQ208-10N supports 5V-tolerant I/O operation when VCCIO is configured to 3.3 V (with 5.0-V input tolerance) or when VCCIO is set to 5.0 V for true 5V I/O. The MAX 3000A datasheet confirms that I/O pins accept 5.0-V inputs even in 3.3-V VCCIO mode, simplifying mixed-voltage designs interfacing to legacy 5V peripherals.
What is the difference between EPM3512 and EPM3256?
The EPM3512 provides 512 macrocells and 10,000 usable gates targeting medium-complexity glue logic, while the EPM3256 is a smaller variant with 256 macrocells and 5,000 usable gates targeting lower-density designs. Both belong to the MAX 3000A family and share the same 3.3 V VCCINT, IEEE 1532 ISP, and 4.5 ns pin-to-pin delay characteristics.
What programming hardware supports the EPM3512AQ208-10N?
The EPM3512AQ208-10N is supported by standard IEEE Std. 1532-compliant JTAG programmers including Altera USB-Blaster, ByteBlaster, and third-party programmers from SMH Technologies (e.g., the standalone EPM3512AQ208 In-System Programmer). Programming is performed via the four JTAG pins (TDI, TDO, TMS, TCK) using a Quartus II or MAX+PLUS II design flow.

Dữ liệu tham khảo kỹ thuật cho EPM3512AQ208-10N — so sánh, hướng dẫn thiết kế và thông tin tuân thủ.

Hướng dẫn chọn lựa

Choose the EPM3512AQ208-10N when you need a 512-macrocell CPLD with 172 I/Os in a 208-pin PQFP footprint for industrial temperature (-40 C to +85 C) applications. It is the right part when your PCB layout is finalized for the PQFP-208 land pattern and your design requires 5V-tolerant mixed-voltage I/O. Choose EPM3512AQC208-10N instead if you only need commercial temperature grade (saves cost, identical footprint). Choose EPM3256AQI208-10N if your design needs fewer than 256 macrocells (50% lower cost, same PQFP-208 footprint). For new designs, consider migrating to MAX II family (e.g. EPM240T100C5N) for lower power and lower cost, but verify tool compatibility and pin migration effort.

So sánh với các sản phẩm thay thế

Tham số Sản phẩm này EPM3512AQC208-10N EPM3512AQI208-10N EPM3512AQC208-10 EPM3256AQI208-10N EPM3256AQC208-10N
Brand Altera Altera Altera Altera Altera Altera
Package 208-pin PQFP 208-pin PQFP - same 208-pin PQFP - same 208-pin PQFP - same 208-pin PQFP - same 208-pin PQFP - same
Macrocells 512 512 (same die) 512 (same die) 512 (same die) 256 (-50%) 256 (-50%)
Temperature Grade Industrial (-40 C to +85 C) Commercial (0 C to +85 C) Industrial (same) Commercial Industrial Commercial
Speed Grade -10 (10 ns tPD) -10 (same) -10 (same) -10 (same) -10 (same) -10 (same)
Usable Gates 10,000 10,000 (same) 10,000 (same) 10,000 (same) 5,000 (-50%) 5,000 (-50%)
Core Voltage (VCCINT) 3.3 V 3.3 V (same) 3.3 V (same) 3.3 V (same) 3.3 V (same) 3.3 V (same)

Bảo phân biệt quan trọng

  • Highest macrocell density in MAX 3000A family (vsEPM3256AQI208-10N)
  • Same-die package variant availability (vsEPM3512AFC256-10N)
  • Industrial temperature grade standard (vsEPM3512AQC208-10N)

Ghi chú thiết kế

The EPM3512AQ208-10N requires two separate supply rails: VCCINT (3.3 V) for internal logic and input buffers, and VCCIO (2.5 V, 3.3 V, or 5.0 V) for I/O output drivers. Each VCCINT/VCCIO pin must have a 0.1 uF decoupling capacitor placed within 100 mils of the pin, with additional 1 uF to 10 uF bulk capacitors on each supply rail. Mixed-voltage designs can configure VCCIO1-VCCIO4 independently, but VCCINT must remain at 3.3 V +/- 0.3 V. Power sequencing is not required; either rail may come up first without damaging the device.

For the 208-pin PQFP package, route JTAG signals (TDI, TDO, TMS, TCK) with characteristic impedance of 50 ohms and keep traces shorter than 4 inches to avoid signal integrity issues at programming time. Place a 4.7 kohm pull-up resistor on TMS and TDI per IEEE 1532 recommendations to keep the JTAG TAP controller in a known state at power-up. Ensure the TCK trace has a clean ground reference and avoid routing JTAG signals near switching power or high-frequency clock traces to prevent programming failures.

Estimated: At -10 speed grade with 172 active outputs switching at 33 MHz CMOS loads, ICC (core current) may reach 150 mA and I/O current may add 10-50 mA per bank. Verify thermal dissipation by calculating total package dissipation and ensuring junction temperature stays below 150 C. Also note that all VCCIO banks must be powered even if unused - floating VCCIO pins cause unpredictable I/O behavior. Always program the device before connecting outputs to live buses to avoid contention during initial power-up.

Thông tin tuân thủ

RoHS
Unknown
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Không chì
Unknown
Không halogen
Unknown
Khoáng vật xung đột
Unknown

RoHS and lead-free status not confirmed from verified web data for EPM3512AQ208-10N. CPLDs are typically not AEC-Q100 qualified. Refer to manufacturer product page or distributor listing for definitive compliance status.

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