EPM5130GM883B - Military CPLD, MAX 5000, 100-pin CPGA | Altera
MPN: EPM5130GM883B β Last Time Buy| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $123.42 | $123.42 |
| 10 | $120 | $1,200.00 |
| 100 | $116.27 | $11,627.00 |
| 500 | $112 | $56,000.00 |
| 1,000 | $108 | $108,000.00 |
EPM5130GM883B Overview
A CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) is a non-volatile programmable logic IC that sits between simple PLDs and FPGAs in the programmable logic hierarchy. CPLDs use EEPROM or flash-based configuration cells and a continuous, predictable routing fabric with predictable pin-to-pin delays. Compared to discrete 74-series logic, a CPLD reduces board area, simplifies BOM, and adds design flexibility, while offering faster, more deterministic timing than an FPGA. The EPM5130GM883B is one of the highest-density members of the legacy MAX 5000 family, with up to 5,000 usable gates, making it appropriate for state machines, address decoding, bus arbitration, and peripheral control in legacy military systems.
Key features include up to 5,000 usable gates, 128 macrocells, up to 60 user I/O pins, propagation delays on the order of 15 ns, and a 5 V tolerant core designed for TTL-compatible logic levels. The non-volatile EEPROM configuration means the device powers up fully operational without external boot memory, which is critical for safety-critical systems where determinism at power-on is mandatory. Programmable security bits protect the user's design against reverse engineering.
The EPM5130GM883B utilizes Altera's MAX architecture with multiple Logic Array Blocks (LABs), each containing 16 macrocells. Each macrocell contains a programmable AND/OR array, a flip-flop, and configurable I/O architecture. The hierarchical interconnect network (PIA) provides predictable routing delays regardless of fan-out, which is a defining advantage over FPGA-based solutions.
Typical applications include military avionics, aerospace flight-control subsystems, missile guidance electronics, radar signal processing front-ends, and legacy defense retrofit programs where long-term product lifecycle and MIL-STD-883B traceability are required. The 5 V tolerance and instant-on behavior suit it for retrofits into older 5 V digital designs.
A key design consideration when using this part is that the MAX 5000 family is mature/legacy. Engineers should validate long-term availability, second-source the design where possible, and consider newer MAX II/MAX V CPLDs in 3.3 V designs unless MIL-STD-883 screening is mandatory.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, MIL-STD-883B screening details, application context, and design notes that are not aggregated in a single datasheet source. Information reflects the Altera MAX 5000 datasheet family and distributor inventory snapshots as of 2026-09-12.
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| Manufacturer | Altera (now Intel Programmable Solutions Group) |
| Series | MAX 5000 |
| Device Type | CPLD - Complex Programmable Logic Device |
| Usable Gates | 5,000 |
| Macrocells | 128 |
| Package | 100-pin CPGA (S-CPGA-P100) |
| Pin Count | 100 |
| Mounting Type | Through-Hole (Pin Grid Array) |
| Operating Temperature | -55C to +125C (MIL-STD-883B screening) |
| Supply Voltage | 5 V |
| Logic Family | CMOS, TTL-compatible |
| Configuration Memory | Non-volatile EEPROM |
| Screening Level | MIL-STD-883B Class B |
| Lead Free Status | Lead free / RoHS Compliant (per ICComponents listing) |
| Programmable Security | Yes (security bit) |
EPM5130GM883B 100-pin cpga (s-cpga-p100) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for EPM5130GM883B (100-pin cpga (s-cpga-p100) 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 EPM5130GM883B.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
EPM5130GM883B is suitable for 6 applications: Military Avionics, Aerospace Flight-Control Subsystems, Missile Guidance Electronics, Radar Signal Processing Front-End, Legacy Defense Retrofit Programs, High-Reliability Industrial Control.
Military Avionics
The EPM5130GM883B's MIL-STD-883B Class B screening and -55C to +125C operating range suit it for military avionics subsystems where long-term reliability and traceability are mandatory. Its 5,000 usable gates and 128 macrocells replace multiple 54-series TTL devices on legacy flight-control, navigation, and cockpit-display boards, reducing PCB area and BOM count while preserving deterministic timing. The 100-pin CPGA package withstands the thermal and mechanical stress of military-qualified avionics environments.
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Aerospace Flight-Control Subsystems
Flight-control subsystems require non-volatile, instant-on logic with deterministic timing, both of which the EPM5130GM883B provides. Its EEPROM configuration means the device powers up fully operational without boot memory, critical for safety-critical control loops. The CPGA-100 ceramic package offers hermeticity required for aerospace pressure and humidity cycling. Designers use this CPLD for actuator control signal conditioning, sensor data acquisition gating, and redundant bus arbitration in primary and secondary flight computers.
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Missile Guidance Electronics
Missile guidance systems demand Class B screening, extended temperature operation, and resistance to shock and vibration, all of which the EPM5130GM883B meets. The 128 macrocells and 5,000-gate capacity support the address decoding, state machines, and timing logic typical of seeker and guidance computers. The CPGA package's ceramic construction survives the high-g launch environment, and the EEPROM-based design retains configuration through power-down cycles without battery backup.
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Radar Signal Processing Front-End
In radar front-end electronics, the EPM5130GM883B performs high-speed address decoding, timing generation, and IF signal path gating. Its 5 V TTL compatibility interfaces directly with legacy ADC/DAC and mixer stages, and its deterministic interconnect delays ensure precise timing alignment across multiple receiver channels. The MIL-STD-883B screening is typically required for radar electronics deployed on naval and ground-mobile platforms.
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Legacy Defense Retrofit Programs
Many fielded defense systems (tanks, ships, ground vehicles) designed in the 1990s and 2000s use MAX 5000 CPLDs. The EPM5130GM883B serves as a form-fit-function replacement for obsolete or damaged parts in these legacy platforms, extending their service life without requiring full board redesign. The 100-pin CPGA footprint matches the original Altera pinout, enabling direct PCB insertion in the same through-hole land pattern.
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High-Reliability Industrial Control
Outside the military domain, the EPM5130GM883B suits high-reliability industrial applications where MIL-STD-883B screening provides extra margin against thermal and mechanical stress. Typical uses include nuclear-plant instrumentation, railway signaling, oil-and-gas downhole control, and high-voltage power-converter gating. The 5,000-gate density and 128 macrocells support complex PLC-style state machines in a single device, replacing dozens of discrete logic ICs.
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Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPM5130GM/883B | EPM5130GM | EPM5130GI | EPM5128GM883B | EPM5128GM/883B |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Package | CPGA-100 (S-CPGA-P100) | CPGA-100 (S-CPGA-P100) - same | CPGA-100 (S-CPGA-P100) - same | CPGA-100 (S-CPGA-P100) - same | CPGA-100 (S-CPGA-P100) - same | CPGA-100 (S-CPGA-P100) - same |
| Usable Gates | 5,000 | 5,000 | 5,000 | 5,000 | 2,500 (-50%) | 2,500 (-50%) |
| Macrocells | 128 | 128 | 128 | 128 | 64 (-50%) | 64 (-50%) |
| MIL-STD-883B Screening | Class B | Class B | No (commercial) | No (industrial) | Class B | Class B |
| Operating Temperature | -55C to +125C | -55C to +125C | 0C to +70C (commercial) | -40C to +85C (industrial) | -55C to +125C | -55C to +125C |
| Supply Voltage | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V |
| Configuration Memory | EEPROM (non-volatile) | EEPROM | EEPROM | EEPROM | EEPROM | EEPROM |
| Architecture Family | MAX 5000 | MAX 5000 | MAX 5000 | MAX 5000 | MAX 5000 | MAX 5000 |
Key Differentiators
- MIL-STD-883B Class B screening qualified (vs EPM5130GM)
- Highest density in MAX 5000 family (vs EPM5128GM883B)
- Extended -55C to +125C military temperature range (vs EPM5130GI)
- Non-volatile EEPROM configuration (vs FPGA-based alternatives)
Design Notes
The CPGA-100 ceramic package has higher thermal conductivity than plastic packages, but at sustained high ambient temperatures (>85C), designers should still verify junction temperature against the MIL-STD-883B -55C to +125C operating range. For avionics bay-mounted applications with limited airflow, use thermal vias beneath the package or heat-sink attachment to keep Tj below 125C.
Use a socket (e.g., PGA-100 machined-pin socket) for prototyping and field-serviceable military applications, since the CPGA's through-hole pins can be damaged by repeated desoldering. For production boards, solder directly into plated-through-hole pads with adequate annular rings to withstand vibration. Provide 0.1uF decoupling capacitors within 5 mm of each VCC pin and a bulk 10uF tantalum capacitor on each VCC plane.
Do not assume the EPM5130GM883B is in volume production. As of 2026-09-12, this part is legacy/last-time-buy. New designs should evaluate MAX II (EPM570T100) or MAX V (5M570ZE100) for form-fit-function migration, accepting re-qualification effort. For existing programs, second-source by stocking EPM5130GM/883B and EPM5130GI from authorized distributors to mitigate supply risk.
The MAX 5000 family has deterministic interconnect delays because it uses a continuous Programmable Interconnect Array (PIA) rather than segmented routing. Designers can rely on datasheet tpd values regardless of fan-out. However, output drive strength is limited (typically 16 mA per pin at 5 V), so buffer outputs with external drivers when driving long traces or heavy capacitive loads (>50 pF).
Compliance Information
Lead free and RoHS compliant per ICComponents listing. MIL-STD-883B Class B screening satisfies defense and high-reliability program requirements. AEC-Q100 not applicable (this is a CPLD, not an automotive-grade IC). REACH and conflict-mineral status not explicitly stated in available distributor data.
