5M40ZM64A5N - MAX V CPLD, 32 Macrocells, 64-pin EQFP | Intel
MPN: 5M40ZM64A5N ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $4.2 | $4.20 |
| 10 | $3.85 | $38.50 |
| 100 | $3.4 | $340.00 |
| 500 | $2.95 | $1,475.00 |
| 1,000 | $2.55 | $2,550.00 |
Drop-in alternatives for 5M40ZM64A5N — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Quick Comparison Tool — Select alternative parts for side-by-side comparison:
5M40ZE64C5N
✅ Drop-In✓ In Stock
$4.85 / Unit
View Datasheet →5M40ZE64A5N
✅ Drop-In✓ In Stock
$2.18 / Unit
View Datasheet →5M40ZE64I5N
✅ Drop-In✓ In Stock
$2.74 / Unit
View Datasheet →5M40ZE64C4N
✅ Drop-In✓ In Stock
$1.7 / Unit
View Datasheet →5M80ZE64C5N
✅ Drop-In✓ In Stock
$2.51 / Unit
View Datasheet →5M40ZM64A5N Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Family | MAX V |
| Device Family Sub-series | 5M40Z |
| Logic Elements (LEs) | 32 |
| Macrocells | 32 |
| User I/Os | 30 |
| Logic Array Blocks (LABs) | 2 |
| Maximum Operating Frequency | 118.3 MHz |
| Core Voltage (VCCINT) | 1.8 V |
| I/O Voltage (VCCIO) Standards | 1.5 V / 1.8 V / 2.5 V / 3.3 V LVCMOS, LVTTL |
| Static Power Consumption | 25 µA typical |
| Configuration Memory | On-chip flash (non-volatile) |
| Programming Interface | JTAG (IEEE 1149.1) + ISP |
| Package | 64-pin EQFP (EQFP-64) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +125 °C (automotive) |
| Process Technology | 0.18 µm flash CMOS |
| Internal Oscillator | Yes (on-chip) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes |
5M40ZM64A5N 64-pin eqfp (eqfp-64) Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for 5M40ZM64A5N (64-pin eqfp (eqfp-64) package). 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 5M40ZM64A5N.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
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
5M40ZM64A5N is suitable for 6 applications: I/O Expansion and Voltage Translation, FPGA Configuration / PROM Emulation, Power Supply Sequencing, Bus Arbitration and Protocol Bridging, Automotive Body Electronics, Industrial Control and Instrumentation.
I/O Expansion and Voltage Translation
The 5M40ZM64A5N's 30 multi-voltage I/Os (1.5 V / 1.8 V / 2.5 V / 3.3 V LVCMOS / LVTTL) and 32 macrocells make it ideal for expanding I/O count on legacy microcontrollers. Its MultiVolt core bridges 1.8 V, 2.5 V, 3.3 V, and 5 V mixed-voltage rails without external level shifters, cutting BOM cost and PCB area. Designers typically place the CPLD between a low-pin-count MCU and a higher-voltage peripheral bank; the 118.3 MHz internal frequency comfortably handles UART, SPI, and I2C glue. Unlike an FPGA, it boots instantly from on-chip flash with no external PROM, simplifying the BOM.
Recommended
FPGA Configuration / PROM Emulation
The 5M40ZM64A5N serves as a low-cost, instant-on configuration controller for small SRAM-based FPGAs, emulating the role of an external configuration PROM. Its 1.8 V core, 25 µA static current, and on-chip flash memory eliminate the need for a separate boot memory device, shrinking board area. Designers wire the CPLD's JTAG chain in series with the FPGA so a single USB-Blaster programs both devices, and the CPLD asserts DONE / CONFIG after a deterministic delay. For multi-FPGA systems, multiple 5M40ZM64A5N devices can be cascaded on the same JTAG chain.
Recommended
Power Supply Sequencing
Power-supply sequencing in multi-rail systems is one of the canonical MAX V use cases, and the 5M40ZM64A5N's 32 macrocells are more than sufficient to implement 4-8 channel rail monitors and ENABLE logic. The CPLD monitors PG (power-good) signals from upstream DC-DC converters and asserts downstream EN pins with deterministic delays, ensuring SoCs, FPGAs, and DSPs come up in the correct order. The 1.8 V core plus 3.3 V-capable I/Os let a single device interface to virtually any modern PMIC or supervisor. Static 25 µA draw means the sequencer itself is negligible in the system power budget.
Recommended
Bus Arbitration and Protocol Bridging
The 5M40ZM64A5N bridges incompatible peripherals by implementing SPI-to-I2C, I2C-to-UART, or parallel-to-serial converters in 32 macrocells of deterministic logic. With 30 I/Os and 118.3 MHz internal frequency, the device comfortably handles 50 MHz SPI and 400 kHz / 1 MHz I2C, plus standard UART baud rates without timing closure issues. Multi-voltage I/Os allow direct connection to 1.8 V sensors and 3.3 V MCUs on the same device. Quartus Prime IP libraries provide ready-made protocol blocks that drop into the design.
Recommended
Automotive Body Electronics
Rated for -40 °C to +125 °C, the 5M40ZM64A5N is qualified for cabin and chassis automotive body electronics such as body control modules (BCM), HVAC controllers, instrument cluster logic, and lighting modules. Its 25 µA static current is friendly to always-on battery-backed systems, and the 64-pin EQFP package provides 30 robust I/Os to drive relay drivers and switches. AEC-Q100 documentation should be requested from Intel/Arrow for the specific lot if full automotive qualification is required.
Recommended
Industrial Control and Instrumentation
The 5M40ZM64A5N's non-volatile instant-on behavior and 25 µA quiescent current suit it to factory-floor controllers, PLC I/O modules, and instrumentation front-ends. Engineers use it to debounce mechanical switches, multiplex ADC channels, drive 7-segment or LED displays, and implement safety interlocks. The wide operating temperature range covers outdoor enclosures, and the 64-pin EQFP package provides sufficient I/Os for typical 16-channel industrial designs.
Recommended
Recommended Products Summary
Engineering reference data for 5M40ZM64A5N — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | 5M40ZE64C5N | 5M40ZE64A5N | 5M40ZE64I5N | 5M40ZE64C4N | 5M80ZE64C5N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | EQFP-64 | EQFP-64 (same) | EQFP-64 (same) | EQFP-64 (same) | EQFP-64 (same) | EQFP-64 (same) |
| Brand | Altera / Intel | Altera / Intel | Altera / Intel | Altera / Intel | Altera / Intel | Altera / Intel |
| Macrocells | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 64 |
| User I/Os | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 |
| Maximum Frequency | 118.3 MHz | 118.3 MHz | 118.3 MHz | 118.3 MHz | lower speed grade | 118.3 MHz |
| Static Current | 25 µA | 25 µA | 25 µA | 25 µA | 25 µA | similar, slightly higher |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +125 C (automotive) | 0 C to +85 C (commercial) | -40 C to +125 C (automotive) | -40 C to +100 C (industrial) | 0 C to +85 C (commercial) | 0 C to +85 C (commercial) |
| Process / Core Voltage | 0.18 µm / 1.8 V | 0.18 µm / 1.8 V | 0.18 µm / 1.8 V | 0.18 µm / 1.8 V | 0.18 µm / 1.8 V | 0.18 µm / 1.8 V |
| On-chip Flash Memory | Yes (non-volatile) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Key Differentiators
- Lowest static power in its class (vs 5M40ZE64C5N)
- Footprint-compatible upward scalability (vs 5M80ZE64C5N)
- Instant-on non-volatile flash configuration (vs 5CSXFC5C6U23C8N (Cyclone V FPGA))
Design Notes
The 5M40ZM64A5N draws only 25 µA statically at 1.8 V VCCINT, but dynamic current rises with toggle frequency and I/O loading. Decouple every VCCINT and VCCIO pin with a 100 nF X7R ceramic capacitor placed within 5 mm of the pin, plus a bulk 4.7 µF tantalum or ceramic at the supply entry. MultiVolt I/Os require their own VCCIO rail per bank; do not tie 1.8 V and 3.3 V VCCIO pins together. Estimated: dynamic ICC scales roughly 0.5 mA per MHz across all 32 macrocells at room temperature.
The 64-pin EQFP package has a 0.8 mm pitch and an exposed pad (e-pad) on the underside. The e-pad must be soldered to a copper pad of at least 10 mm x 10 mm with 9 thermal vias (0.3 mm drill, 0.6 mm pad) tied to the internal ground plane to meet the published thermal resistance. Keep all signal traces at least 0.2 mm from the e-pad to avoid solder wicking. Place JTAG TMS / TCK / TDO / TDI traces away from switching DC-DC converters to keep programming reliable.
Do not assume the 5M40ZM64A5N is pin-compatible with non-MAX-V Altera CPLDs in the 64-pin EQFP footprint. Earlier MAX II / MAX 7000 devices have different JTAG pin assignments and I/O bank partitioning — verify pin-by-pin against the MAX V datasheet before PCB reuse. Always program the JTAG IDCODE check in Quartus to prevent accidentally targeting the wrong device. For automotive programs, request the PPAP / AEC-Q100 documentation package from Intel.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per Altera / Intel product page; lead-free matte-tin finish on EQFP leads; AEC-Q100 qualification covers the automotive temperature grade.
