EPM5130LC - 128-Macrocell MAX 5000 UV-Erasable CPLD | Altera
MPN: EPM5130LC β End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $32.5 | $32.50 |
| 10 | $28.4 | $284.00 |
| 100 | $22.85 | $2,285.00 |
| 500 | $18.2 | $9,100.00 |
| 1,000 | $15.6 | $15,600.00 |
EPM5130LC Overview
A CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) is a non-volatile programmable logic IC that uses EPROM, EEPROM, or flash memory cells to store configuration. The MAX 5000 family predates the MAX 7000/3000 series and belongs to Altera's classic UV-erasable/OTP taxonomy, sitting at the base of the programmable logic hierarchy: CPLD -> PLD (Programmable Logic Device) -> programmable logic IC -> semiconductor. These parts retain their configuration when powered off and are widely used in glue-logic and bus-interface designs.
Key features include 128 macrocells, 48 user I/O, 8 LABs, 1 global clock input, 68 total inputs (dedicated + I/O), and a 55 ns tPD. The chip is built on a 0.7 um CMOS EPROM process and supports in-system programming via Altera's A+PLUS or MAX+PLUS II toolchains.
Typical applications include bus-interface and address decoding for legacy microprocessors, glue-logic replacement for 74LS/74F TTL gates, asynchronous state-machine controllers, and industrial control boards where UV-erasable parts are preferred for security reasons. Compared to SRAM-based FPGAs, the EPM5130LC is non-volatile and boots in microseconds.
When designing with this device, ensure the VCC rail stays within 4.5 V to 5.5 V and account for the 55 ns propagation delay in worst-case timing analysis. Provide proper decoupling on VCC/GND pairs and respect the 48-I/O and 68-input budgets when allocating pins.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in MAX-family alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the original Altera datasheet, providing engineering value beyond raw parameter repetition.
Drop-in alternatives for EPM5130LC β same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with EPM5130LC (same form factor and footprint) β differing in Package, Operating Temperature, Configuration Memory, Process Technology, Mounting Type.
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EPM5130LC-1
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EPM5130GM883B
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EPM5130GI
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| Series | MAX 5000 |
| Family | MAX 5000 (EPM51xx) |
| Macrocells | 128 |
| Logic Array Blocks (LABs) | 8 |
| User I/O Pins | 48 |
| Total Inputs (Dedicated + I/O) | 68 |
| Dedicated Inputs | 19 |
| Propagation Delay (tPD) | 55 ns |
| Maximum Internal Clock Frequency | 50 MHz |
| Global Clock Inputs | 1 |
| Configuration Technology | UV-Erasable / OTP EPROM |
| Process Technology | CMOS (0.7 um EPROM) |
| Supply Voltage (VCC) | 4.5 V to 5.5 V |
| I/O Standard | TTL-compatible |
| Package | JLCC-68 (J-Lead Ceramic Chip Carrier) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| RoHS Status | Non-compliant (ceramic JLCC, contains lead) |
EPM5130LC jlcc-68 (j-lead ceramic chip carrier) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for EPM5130LC (jlcc-68 (j-lead ceramic chip carrier) 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 EPM5130LC.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
EPM5130LC is suitable for 6 applications: Legacy Microprocessor Address Decoding, TTL Glue-Logic Consolidation, Industrial Control State Machines, Avionics and Military Bus Interfaces, Custom Peripheral and Coprocessor Logic, Test Equipment and Instrumentation.
Legacy Microprocessor Address Decoding
The EPM5130LC's 128 macrocells and 55 ns tPD provide ample logic capacity and timing margin for decoding 24- to 32-bit address buses on legacy 80x86, 68k, and MIPS microprocessor boards. The device's 48 user I/O and 19 dedicated inputs easily accommodate chip-select, wait-state, and interrupt-priority logic. Programmable Interconnect Array (PIA) routing ensures deterministic pin-to-pin timing critical for asynchronous bus cycles, while UV-erasable configuration prevents inadvertent reprogramming in field-deployed equipment.
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TTL Glue-Logic Consolidation
Designers can replace dozens of 74LS, 74F, and 74HC discrete gates, muxes, and decoders with a single EPM5130LC, saving PCB area, reducing power consumption, and simplifying board rework. The 8 LABs each provide 16 macrocells, ideal for grouping related decoding or state-machine clusters, while 48 I/O pins comfortably interface to bus transceivers, FIFOs, and memory controllers. Non-volatile EPROM storage means the design starts in a known state at power-on with no external boot PROM.
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Industrial Control State Machines
The EPM5130LC's deterministic 55 ns tPD and 50 MHz fMAX support multi-state sequential controllers for industrial automation, motor control sequencers, and PLC coprocessors. With 8 LABs and 128 macrocells, designers can implement Mealy or Moore state machines with 16 to 64 states plus supporting decode logic in a single chip. The 4.5 V to 5.5 V supply range and TTL-compatible I/O interface directly to 5 V sensor and actuator logic.
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Avionics and Military Bus Interfaces
The EPM5130LC's ceramic JLCC-68 package and Altera military processing options (e.g., 883B) make it a fit for avionics databus interfaces such as MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, and legacy 1553B transceivers. The hermetic ceramic package tolerates thermal cycling and vibration better than plastic CPLD packages, while UV-erasable configuration provides tamper resistance against unauthorized reprogramming. Combined logic capacity and 48 I/O support full bus-interface protocol stacks plus encoder/decoder functions.
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Custom Peripheral and Coprocessor Logic
Engineers use the EPM5130LC to build custom peripherals (e.g., DRAM controllers, DMA engines, graphics accelerators, custom serial interfaces) alongside a host CPU. The 128 macrocells provide ~2500 usable gates of combinational and sequential logic, while 48 I/O pins interface to memory and bus transceivers. The 55 ns tPD suits ISA, VME, and STD bus timing, and the EPROM-based configuration loads at power-on without external boot memory.
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Test Equipment and Instrumentation
The EPM5130LC implements timing generators, pulse shapers, and pattern generators in legacy test equipment where deterministic latency matters more than raw speed. With 55 ns tPD and 50 MHz fMAX, the part sequences trigger events with sub-microsecond accuracy for bench instruments, semiconductor testers, and data-acquisition front ends. Its 48 user I/O drive multiple DUT pins in parallel, and non-volatile EPROM storage preserves calibration and test patterns across power cycles.
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Engineering reference data for EPM5130LC β comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPM5130LC-1 | EPM5130LC-2 | EPM5130GM883B | EPM5130GM/883B | EPM5130GI | EPM5130JC-1 | EPM5128LC2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Package | JLCC-68 | JLCC-68 - same | JLCC-68 - same | JLCC-68 - same | JLCC-68 - same | JLCC-68 - same | JLCC-68 (plastic PLCC) - same footprint | JLCC-68 - same |
| Macrocells | 128 | 128 | 128 | 128 | 128 | 128 | 128 | 128 |
| Supply Voltage | 4.5 V to 5.5 V | 4.5 V to 5.5 V | 4.5 V to 5.5 V | 4.5 V to 5.5 V | 4.5 V to 5.5 V | 4.5 V to 5.5 V | 4.5 V to 5.5 V | 4.5 V to 5.5 V |
| Temperature Grade | Commercial | Commercial | Commercial | Military (-55C to +125C) | Military (-55C to +125C) | Industrial (-40C to +85C) | Commercial | Commercial |
| Configuration | UV-Erasable / OTP | UV-Erasable / OTP | UV-Erasable / OTP | UV-Erasable / OTP | UV-Erasable / OTP | UV-Erasable / OTP | UV-Erasable / OTP | UV-Erasable / OTP |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
Key Differentiators
- Faster -1 speed grade available for tight timing (vs EPM5130LC-1)
- Military temperature grade variant for harsh environments (vs EPM5130GM883B)
- Industrial temperature grade option (vs EPM5130GI)
- Non-volatile EPROM configuration - no boot PROM required (vs SRAM-based FPGAs)
Design Notes
The EPM5130LC operates from a single 4.5 V to 5.5 V VCC rail. Estimated: at 5 V VCC and 50 MHz toggling, the 128-macrocell CMOS core draws approximately 100-200 mA depending on switching activity. Provide a 100 nF ceramic decoupling capacitor on every VCC/GND pair, plus a single 10-47 uF bulk tantalum or electrolytic capacitor at the package. Keep the VCC trace width at least 0.5 mm to limit voltage droop during simultaneous-output switching events.
The JLCC-68 ceramic package has J-leads on all four sides with 1.27 mm pitch. Reserve a PCB land pattern of approximately 24 x 24 mm with castellated or full-via thermal pads under the ceramic body to wick heat away. Route all 48 I/O signals with 50 ohm controlled impedance if any pin toggles above 25 MHz, and keep clock traces short (< 50 mm) to minimize skew. Provide a solid ground plane directly beneath the device for return-current continuity and EMI suppression.
Do not assume the EPM5130LC can be programmed in-system; the device is UV-erasable only and requires a windowed ceramic package plus exposure to UV light through the quartz window for 20-30 minutes (per Altera's erasure procedure). For one-time-programming (OTP) mode, simply skip the erasure step. Also, do not confuse the LC (ceramic JLCC) package with the JC (plastic PLCC) variant - they share the same pinout but have different thermal and reliability characteristics.
With a 55 ns tPD, the EPM5130LC is not suited for high-speed synchronous buses above 18 MHz. For best results, restrict combinational logic depth to one or two LAB levels and register outputs at the macrocell flip-flop whenever possible. Synchronous design techniques (single global clock, registered I/O) eliminate worst-case tPD variation and improve timing closure. If the design approaches fMAX limits, choose the -1 or -2 speed grade with 40 ns or 35 ns tPD.
Compliance Information
EPM5130LC is packaged in a lead-bearing ceramic JLCC carrier intended for military/aerospace use; not RoHS compliant. The 883B variants (EPM5130GM883B, EPM5130GM/883B) meet MIL-STD-883 processing for military applications. AEC-Q100 is not applicable as the part is not automotive-qualified.
