5M240ZM68C4N - MAX V CPLD 192 Logic Elements 68MBGA | Intel
MPN: 5M240ZM68C4N β Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $6.62 | $6.62 |
| 10 | $5.95 | $59.50 |
| 100 | $5.3 | $530.00 |
| 500 | $4.75 | $2,375.00 |
| 1,000 | $4.2 | $4,200.00 |
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5M240ZM68C4N Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Series | MAX V |
| Family | MAX V CPLD |
| Macro Cells | 192 |
| Logic Elements | 240 |
| User Flash Memory | 8 Kbits |
| Maximum Operating Frequency | 184.1 MHz |
| Number of I/O Pins | 52 (approx.) |
| Core Voltage (VCCINT) | 1.8 V |
| I/O Voltage (VCCIO) Supported | 1.5 V / 1.8 V / 2.5 V / 3.3 V |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0C to +85C (commercial) |
| Package | 68-ball Micro FBGA (MBGA) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Configuration Memory | Non-volatile Flash (instant-on) |
| Programming Interface | JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
5M240ZM68C4N Pin Configuration
| Pin A1 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin A2 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin A3 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin A4 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin A5 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin A6 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin A7 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin A8 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin B1 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin B2 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin B3 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin B4 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin B5 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin B6 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin B7 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin B8 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 1 |
| Pin C1 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin C2 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin C3 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin C4 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin C5 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin C6 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin C7 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin C8 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin D1 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin D2 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin D3 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin D4 | GND β Ground reference |
| Pin D5 | GND β Ground reference |
| Pin D6 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin D7 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin D8 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 2 |
| Pin E1 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin E2 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin E3 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin E4 | GND β Ground reference |
| Pin E5 | GND β Ground reference |
| Pin E6 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin E7 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin E8 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin F1 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin F2 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin F3 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin F4 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin F5 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin F6 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin F7 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin F8 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 3 |
| Pin G1 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin G2 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin G3 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin G4 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin G5 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin G6 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin G7 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin G8 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin H1 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin H2 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin H3 | TDI β JTAG Test Data In |
| Pin H4 | TMS β JTAG Test Mode Select |
| Pin H5 | TCK β JTAG Test Clock |
| Pin H6 | TDO β JTAG Test Data Out |
| Pin H7 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin H8 | I/O β User I/O pin, bank 4 |
| Pin J1 | VCCINT β Core supply (1.8 V) - internally regulated |
| Pin J2 | VCCIO1 β I/O bank 1 supply (1.5/1.8/2.5/3.3 V) |
| Pin J3 | VCCIO2 β I/O bank 2 supply (1.5/1.8/2.5/3.3 V) |
| Pin J4 | GND β Ground reference |
| Pin J5 | VCCIO3 β I/O bank 3 supply (1.5/1.8/2.5/3.3 V) |
| Pin J6 | VCCIO4 β I/O bank 4 supply (1.5/1.8/2.5/3.3 V) |
| Pin J7 | nCE β Chip Enable (active low) |
| Pin J8 | nCONFIG β Configuration Enable (active low) |
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
5M240ZM68C4N is suitable for 6 applications: I/O Expansion and Level Translation, Power-Up Sequencing Controllers, Industrial Control Boards, Board Control and Glue Logic, Consumer Electronics Interface Bridging, LED Display and Signage Control.
I/O Expansion and Level Translation
The 5M240ZM68C4N's MultiVolt I/O banks supporting 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 3.3 V make it ideal for bridging legacy 3.3 V peripherals to modern 1.8 V SoCs. With 192 macro cells and roughly 52 user I/O pins, designers can implement bidirectional voltage translation, chip-select decode, and interrupt aggregation in a single 68-ball MBGA device, eliminating dozens of discrete level shifters and 74-series gates.
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Power-Up Sequencing Controllers
Multi-rail systems in routers, base stations, and FPGA-based designs require precise power-on sequencing to prevent latch-up. The 5M240ZM68C4N's non-volatile flash configuration powers up in microseconds with defined pin states, allowing it to drive ENABLE lines to LDOs and DC-DC converters in a deterministic order. Its 1.8 V core and 3.3 V-tolerant I/O operate directly from a system standby rail.
Recommended
Industrial Control Boards
On industrial PLC and motor-control PCBs, the 5M240ZM68C4N consolidates glue logic for encoder interfaces, watchdog timers, and safety interlocks. Its commercial 0C to +85C temperature range suits indoor enclosures, while the MAX V family's proven flash-based configuration supports long lifecycle deployments of 10+ years. Engineers can integrate custom protocol decode alongside standard SPI or UART expansion.
Recommended
Board Control and Glue Logic
Replacing dozens of 74-series gates with a single re-programmable CPLD simplifies schematic review, BOM management, and last-minute logic changes. The 5M240ZM68C4N's 240 logic elements and 4 ns pin-to-pin delay comfortably handle address decoding, wait-state generation, and bus arbitration in SoC-based designs. The 68-ball MBGA package keeps the board footprint smaller than equivalent TQFP glue-logic clusters.
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Consumer Electronics Interface Bridging
Smart TVs, set-top boxes, and gaming consoles frequently need to bridge HDMI sideband signals, I2S audio buses, and legacy parallel interfaces. The 5M240ZM68C4N's instant-on non-volatile configuration lets the device drive reset and chip-select signals immediately at power-up, supporting strict boot-timing requirements. The MBGA package suits compact handheld enclosures where PCB area is at a premium.
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LED Display and Signage Control
Multi-panel LED signage and small-format display controllers often require scan-line multiplexing, brightness PWM, and refresh-rate conversion that exceed microcontroller GPIO count. The 5M240ZM68C4N delivers deterministic 4 ns propagation delay with 192 macro cells of custom logic, supporting seamless scan-matrix expansion. Its low standby current (<100 microamps) benefits battery-backed signage nodes.
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Engineering reference data for 5M240ZM68C4N β comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | 5M240ZM68C5N | 5M240ZM68A5N | 5M160ZM68C4N | 5M160ZE64C5N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 68-ball MBGA | 68-ball MBGA - same | 68-ball MBGA - same | 68-ball MBGA - same | 68-ball MBGA (subset) - same |
| Brand | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel |
| Series | MAX V | MAX V | MAX V | MAX V | MAX V |
| Macro Cells | 192 | 192 | 192 | 128 | 128 |
| Logic Elements | 240 | 240 | 240 | 160 | 160 |
| Speed Grade | C4 (4 ns tPD) | C5 (5 ns tPD) | A5 (5 ns tPD) | C4 (4 ns tPD) | C5 (5 ns tPD) |
| Temperature Grade | Commercial 0C to +85C | Commercial 0C to +85C | Automotive -40C to +125C | Commercial 0C to +85C | Commercial 0C to +85C |
| Core Voltage | 1.8 V | 1.8 V | 1.8 V | 1.8 V | 1.8 V |
| Unit Price (USD, qty-1) | 6.62 | Approximately 6.20 | Approximately 8.50 | Approximately 5.40 | Approximately 5.10 |
Key Differentiators
- Same 240 logic element density in commercial-grade temperature range (vs 5M160ZM68C4N)
- Commercial 0C to +85C variant with C4 speed grade for tight timing margins (vs 5M240ZM68A5N)
- Intel MAX V family - lowest-power non-volatile CPLD in the portfolio (vs MAX II 5M2210ZF256C5N)
Design Notes
The 5M240ZM68C4N requires a stable 1.8 V supply on VCCINT and independent VCCIO rails (1.5 V, 1.8 V, 2.5 V, or 3.3 V) for each I/O bank. Place 0.1 microfarad and 1 microfarad decoupling capacitors as close as possible to each supply ball, with a wide ground return path. During power-up ramp, hold nCONFIG low until VCCINT and VCCIO reach their minimum thresholds to guarantee a clean configuration load.
The 68-ball MBGA package has 0.5 mm pitch and benefits from microvia and via-in-pad PCB construction. Fan-out each BGA ball to short traces on the top layer, then drop down to inner layers for signal routing. Maintain a continuous ground plane on an adjacent layer to control impedance and provide a low-impedance return path for high-speed I/O such as DDR or LVDS signaling that may be implemented via user I/O.
Do not leave JTAG pins (TDI, TMS, TCK, TDO) floating in production: add weak pull-ups or pull-downs per the MAX V datasheet to prevent spurious configuration events. Ensure the nCE pin is tied low in normal operation; floating nCE can leave the device in an undefined state. Always run the Quartus PowerPlay early power estimator before final pin assignment to avoid I/O bank VCCIO conflicts when mixing 1.8 V and 3.3 V interfaces.
Compliance Information
RoHS and lead-free per Intel/Altera MAX V datasheet. Commercial temperature grade only; for AEC-Q100 automotive qualification, select the 5M240ZM68A5N variant.
