EPM5192JC2 - 192-Macrocell MAX 5000 CPLD, 45ns, PLCC-68 | Intel / Altera
MPN: EPM5192JC2 ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $28.5 | $28.50 |
| 10 | $25.2 | $252.00 |
| 100 | $21.75 | $2,175.00 |
| 500 | $18.4 | $9,200.00 |
| 1,000 | $15.9 | $15,900.00 |
EPM5192JC2 Overview
A Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD) is a non-volatile, flash- or EPROM/UV-erasable logic device that combines multiple PAL/GAL-like macrocells with a centralized interconnect matrix. In the system hierarchy, a CPLD sits between simple SPLDs (PAL/GAL) and large FPGAs: it offers deterministic timing, instant-on behavior, and a single-chip solution for glue logic, bus decoding, state machines, and address mapping. The MAX 5000 family was Altera's second-generation high-density CPLD line, fabricated in CMOS, and is widely regarded as one of the workhorse eras of 5-V programmable logic.
Key features of the EPM5192JC2 include 192 macrocells (equivalent to roughly 6000 usable gates), 12 LABs, a Programmable Interconnect Array, one dedicated global clock input with shared input/clock capability on user I/O pins, support for up to 64 user I/O lines plus dedicated inputs, and CMOS process technology. The "-2" speed grade denotes the faster bin within the EPM5192 family (45 ns tPD vs 55 ns for the un-suffixed part). Programming is performed via a JTAG-style or dedicated Altera programming interface using a Master Programmer or ByteBlaster, with UV-erase versions requiring a quartz window for reprogramming.
Architecturally, each macrocell contains a programmable AND/OR array feeding a flip-flop with selectable polarity, and the LABs are stitched together by the PIA for predictable, fixed-delay signal routing. This deterministic timing model is the defining advantage of CPLDs over SRAM-based FPGAs and is the reason MAX 5000 parts remain in service for legacy industrial, telecom, and military systems where predictable propagation delay and instant-on power-up are mandatory.
Typical applications include bus-interface and address-decoding glue logic in 5-V VME/PCI backplanes, state-machine controllers in industrial PLCs, peripheral-interface adapters (Centronics, SCSI, GPIB), and replacement of multiple discrete PAL/GAL devices to reduce board area. The PLCC-68 package is socket-compatible with standard PLCC sockets, simplifying field replacement and production programming.
When designing with this part, note that the MAX 5000 family uses 5-V tolerant I/O on most variants and consumes higher quiescent current than later MAX 7000/MAX II devices; for new designs engineers are generally steered toward MAX II or MAX V, but the EPM5192JC2 remains the correct choice for maintaining installed-base equipment.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, family-wide drop-in alternatives drawn from the Altera MAX 5000 lineup, and practical design notes not collated in the original datasheet.
Drop-in alternatives for EPM5192JC2 — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
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EPM5192JC
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View Datasheet →EPM5192JC2 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Family | MAX 5000 |
| Device Type | CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) |
| Macrocells | 192 |
| Logic Array Blocks (LABs) | 12 |
| Usable Gates (equivalent) | 6000 |
| Maximum User I/O | 64 |
| Dedicated Inputs | 7 |
| External Clock Inputs | 1 (with shared input/clock capability) |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 50 MHz |
| Propagation Delay (tPD) | 45 ns (speed grade -2) |
| Process Technology | CMOS, UV-erasable |
| Interconnect | Programmable Interconnect Array (PIA) |
| Package | PLCC-68 (JC) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (socketable PLCC) |
| Programming | Altera Master Programmer / ByteBlaster via JTAG-style interface |
EPM5192JC2 Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | I/O — User I/O pin (global clock-capable) |
| Pin 2 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 3 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 4 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 5 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 6 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 7 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 8 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 9 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 10 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 11 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 12 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 13 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 14 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 15 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 16 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 17 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 18 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 19 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 20 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 21 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 22 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 23 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 24 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 25 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 26 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 27 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 28 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 29 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 30 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 31 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 32 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 33 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 34 | I/O — User I/O pin (global clock-capable) |
| Pin 35 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 36 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 37 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 38 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 39 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 40 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 41 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 42 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 43 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 44 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 45 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 46 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 47 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 48 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 49 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 50 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 51 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 52 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 53 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 54 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 55 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 56 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 57 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 58 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 59 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 60 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 61 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 62 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 63 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 64 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 65 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 66 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 67 | I/O — User I/O pin |
| Pin 68 | VCC — +5V supply |
Typical Applications
EPM5192JC2 is suitable for 6 applications: VME / PCI Bus Address Decoding, Industrial PLC State-Machine Controller, Peripheral Interface Adapter (Centronics / SCSI / GPIB), Legacy Telecom Backplane Glue Logic, Military / Avionics Legacy Avionics Display Controller, Retro-Computing / Emulation Platform.
VME / PCI Bus Address Decoding
The EPM5192JC2's 192 macrocells and deterministic 45 ns tPD suit it perfectly to VME and legacy PCI address-decoding and chip-select generation. Why it fits: with up to 64 user I/O and 7 dedicated inputs, the part can decode full 24-bit or 32-bit address buses while driving multiple chip-select outputs in parallel. How it is used: the device is programmed as a combinatorial AND/OR decode matrix producing active-low chip-selects for memory and peripheral windows, replacing 4-8 discrete PAL/GAL devices. Performance consideration: the 45 ns propagation delay fits within standard PCI bus access budgets (>=45 ns minimum cycle at 33 MHz) but is too slow for 66 MHz PCI; for the latter, redesign with a MAX II EPM570. The PLCC-68 socket allows factory programming and field replacement, which is mandatory in VME installations with 20+ year service lives.
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Industrial PLC State-Machine Controller
Industrial PLCs rely on deterministic finite state machines for ladder-logic execution and I/O scanning, an ideal application for the EPM5192JC2. Why it fits: the part's 12 LABs each host multiple state-machine macrocells, and the 45 ns tPD is fast enough for 50 MHz ladder-scan rates. The 5-V CMOS I/O is compatible with industrial 24-V optically-isolated logic via standard buffers. How it is used: the CPLD replaces a discrete array of 74LS/74HC PAL-style state machines, executing scan-cycle sequencing, I/O muxing, and alarm-latch logic on a single chip. Performance consideration: the part's 5-V supply and CMOS I/O generate moderate switching noise; place 0.1 uF decoupling on every VCC pin and route clock on a ground-buried microstrip. The PLCC-68 package simplifies field repair in legacy PLCs deployed since the 1990s.
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Peripheral Interface Adapter (Centronics / SCSI / GPIB)
The EPM5192JC2 integrates multiple peripheral-interface glue-logic functions onto a single programmable device, ideal for legacy Centronics parallel ports, SCSI bus controllers, and GPIB (IEEE-488) adapters. Why it fits: with 64 user I/O and 192 macrocells, the device can implement handshaking state machines, data-direction drivers, and interrupt generators for two or three interfaces simultaneously. How it is used: the CPLD is programmed as a multi-protocol bridge, generating REQ/ACK handshakes for Centronics, arbitration logic for SCSI, and talker/listener state machines for GPIB. Performance consideration: 45 ns tPD comfortably meets Centronics strobe timing (>=500 ns) and GPIB handshake requirements (>=2 us), but the 50 MHz fMAX cap rules out high-speed SCSI-3 (>40 MB/s). The socketable PLCC-68 supports field firmware updates via Altera ByteBlaster.
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Legacy Telecom Backplane Glue Logic
Telecom backplanes in legacy TDM switches (T1/E1, ISDN PRI, SS7) require deterministic, instant-on glue logic for bus arbitration, clock distribution, and alarm scanning - exactly the niche the EPM5192JC2 was designed for. Why it fits: its non-volatile UV-EPROM cells provide instant-on operation with no FPGA configuration delay, and the deterministic PIA routing gives fixed propagation delay critical for TDM framing. How it is used: the device generates frame-sync pulses, arbitrates multi-drop TDM buses, and scans alarm-contact inputs with parallel output to a supervisory CPU. Performance consideration: at 1.544 MHz (T1) or 2.048 MHz (E1), the 45 ns tPD offers 25-50x timing margin, so even slower -1 or standard-grade bins suffice. The 5-V CMOS I/O interfaces directly to legacy telecom line-interface units without level translation.
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Military / Avionics Legacy Avionics Display Controller
The EPM5192JC2's MIL-STD-883 screening option (via EPM5192GM883B variants) and 5-V CMOS architecture suit it to military and avionics display controllers that have been in service since the 1990s. Why it fits: the deterministic timing model is essential for radar/sonar scan synchronization, and the part's -55 to +125 C operating range supports avionics bay environments. How it is used: the CPLD drives CRT/LCD deflection amplifiers, generates timing for HUD/HIS overlays, and arbitrates MIL-STD-1553 databus interfaces. Performance consideration: at typical avionics refresh rates (50-60 Hz), the 50 MHz fMAX headroom is enormous; the limiting factor is I/O toggle rate, not internal logic. The PLCC-68 ceramic-windowed variant (EPM5192GC) supports field re-programmability, critical for avionics software updates.
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Retro-Computing / Emulation Platform
Hobbyists and academic retro-computing projects use the EPM5192JC2 to recreate vintage logic boards that originally used discrete PAL/GAL chips, taking advantage of its PLCC-68 socket-friendly form factor and JTAG programming. Why it fits: the 192-macrocell capacity emulates 8-12 legacy 20-pin PAL devices in a single chip, dramatically simplifying board layout, while UV-erasable variants allow iterative development. How it is used: the part is programmed with vintage address-decoder equations or state-machine code ported from original PAL datasheets, then dropped into the original socket on a reproduction IBM PC, Apple II, or arcade-game logic board. Performance consideration: vintage systems run at 4-25 MHz, so the 45 ns tPD offers 4-10x timing margin. The PLCC-68 footprint matches many 1990s-era motherboard chip-select arrays exactly.
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Engineering reference data for EPM5192JC2 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPM5192JC | EPM5192JC-1 | EPM5192JC1 | EPM5192JC-ES | EPM5192GC-1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Intel / Altera | Intel / Altera | Intel / Altera | Intel / Altera | Intel / Altera | Intel / Altera |
| Package | PLCC-68 (JC) | PLCC-68 - same | PLCC-68 - same | PLCC-68 - same | PLCC-68 - same | PLCC-68 - same |
| Macrocells | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 |
| Speed Grade | -2 (fastest) | Standard (slowest) | -1 (medium) | -1 (commercial) | Engineering sample | -1 (ceramic) |
| Program/Erase Method | UV-EPROM | UV-EPROM | UV-EPROM | UV-EPROM | UV-EPROM | UV-EPROM (ceramic window) |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
Key Differentiators
- Fastest speed grade within the EPM5192 family (vs EPM5192JC)
- Largest macrocell count in MAX 5000 family (vs EPM5128JC-2)
- Socket-compatible PLCC-68 enables factory programming (vs EPM5192GM-2 (PGA))
- Single global clock with shared input capability (vs EPM5064JC-1)
Design Notes
Estimated: at 5.0 V VCC, 50 MHz fMAX, and 50% I/O toggle, the EPM5192JC2 draws approximately 150-250 mA ICC. Place one 0.1 uF ceramic decoupling capacitor on each of the four GND/VCC pin pairs (pins 11/68, 21, 31, 41, 51, 61 are designated GND in the PLCC-68 outline). Add a bulk 10 uF tantalum at the board entry point. The MAX 5000 family does not have power-on-reset, so an external POR supervisor (e.g., MAX811) is recommended for applications where undefined-state macrocell output during VCC ramp could affect downstream logic.
The PLCC-68 footprint requires a JEDEC-standard PLCC-68 socket (e.g., AMP 822516-1 or equivalent) for production programming and field replacement. For hand-soldered prototypes, use a PLCC-to-DIP adapter or solder directly with hot-air; however, the J-lead pitch (1.27 mm) is fine-pitched and prone to solder bridges if not experienced. Keep high-speed clock traces (GCLK1, used as global clock input) on an inner stripline layer with continuous ground plane reference, length-matched to within 2 mm if driving multiple registers. Place the ByteBlaster header on a 10-pin 0.1-inch male connector near the device for in-system programming.
Common pitfalls when using the EPM5192JC2: (1) Do not confuse the speed-grade -2 (45 ns) with -1 or unsuffixed (55 ns); the timing closure impact is significant. (2) The MAX 5000 family uses 5-V VCC only - 3.3-V operation requires the separate EPM5192LC variant. (3) UV-erasable parts must be erased under a UV lamp (wavelength 253.7 nm, 12-15 mW/cm^2) for 20-30 minutes before re-programming; partial erasure causes intermittent logic errors. (4) Do not exceed 64 mA sink or 32 mA source per output; the part does not have PCI-compliant drive strength, so external buffering is required for PCI bus applications.
Place the EPM5192JC2 close to the bus or device it is decoding for, keeping all decode-output traces under 50 mm to avoid transmission-line effects. Group all input pins on one side of the package and outputs on the opposite side to simplify routing and reduce crosstalk. Use a 4-layer PCB with dedicated VCC (5 V) and GND planes; route I/O signals on the top layer over a continuous ground reference. For military/avionics applications using the 883B variant, follow Altera's derating guidelines for thermal cycling and add conformal coating to the PLCC-68 package.
Compliance Information
MAX 5000 family was introduced before RoHS; original PLCC-68 packages use tin-lead (SnPb) plating and are non-RoHS. RoHS-compliant variants (Pb-free) may exist as factory specials but are not mainstream. Not AEC-Q100 qualified (automotive); use MAX V AEC-Q100 parts for automotive. 883B screening variants (EPM5192GM883B) are MIL-STD-883 compliant.
