EPM5192JM/883 - 192-Macrocell MAX 5000 EPLD | Altera
MPN: EPM5192JM/883 ⚠ Last Time Buy| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $285 | $285.00 |
| 10 | $265 | $2,650.00 |
| 100 | $240 | $24,000.00 |
| 500 | $215 | $107,500.00 |
| 1,000 | $195 | $195,000.00 |
EPM5192JM/883 Overview
What is an EPLD? An EPLD (Erasable Programmable Logic Device) is a non-volatile programmable logic IC that uses EPROM, EEPROM, or UV-erasable EPROM cells to store the AND-OR logic configuration. It sits hierarchically between simple PLDs (PAL/GAL) and higher-density FPGAs in the programmable logic taxonomy: PLD -> EPLD -> CPLD/FPGA -> SoC FPGA. MAX 5000 devices in particular use a sum-of-products (AND-OR) macrocell architecture with a global interconnect array, providing deterministic 55 ns timing regardless of routing path - a key reason they remained in military designs for decades.
Key features of the EPM5192JM/883 include 192 logic macrocells, 64 bidirectional I/O pins, 7 dedicated input pins, a 55 ns pin-to-pin propagation delay (tPD), and 5 V CMOS I/O. The /883 suffix denotes MIL-STD-883 Class B processing, which adds burn-in, temperature cycling, and extended reliability screening versus the commercial EPM5192JM. The windowed ceramic package enables repeated UV erasure and reprogramming, which is uncommon among modern surface-mount programmable parts.
The device implements the MAX 5000 architecture: a programmable AND array feeds fixed OR terms within each macrocell, with output registers selectable as D, T, JK, or SR flip-flops. A global interconnect matrix routes any of the 72 inputs to any macrocell, and an I/O control block configures each of the 64 pins as input, output, or bidirectional. This deterministic architecture is why MAX 5000 parts are still preferred for legacy avionics and weapons-system redesigns.
Typical applications include military avionics bus controllers, missile guidance interface glue logic, radar signal preprocessing, nuclear/space radiation-tolerant command decoders, and legacy industrial-control replacements. Engineers frequently substitute the EPM5192JM/883 into PCB positions originally designed around the commercial EPM5192JM when a flight-grade or ruggedized variant is required.
When designing with this part, note that 55 ns tPD limits clock speeds to roughly 18 MHz synchronous - it is intended for control and glue logic, not high-speed datapath functions. Use external CMOS buffers to drive fan-out beyond 8 loads per output and add 0.1 uF decoupling on every VCC pin pair to suppress switching transients in noisy MIL-STD-461 environments.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, same-brand drop-in alternatives from the EPM5192 family, MIL-STD-883 reliability screening details, and practical design notes not found in the legacy MAX 5000 datasheet alone.
Drop-in alternatives for EPM5192JM/883 — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
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View Datasheet →EPM5192JM/883 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Family | MAX 5000 EPLD |
| Macrocells | 192 |
| User I/O Pins | 64 |
| Total Inputs (max) | 72 (includes 7 dedicated) |
| Propagation Delay (tPD) | 55 ns |
| Supply Voltage (VCC) | 4.5 V to 5.5 V (5 V nominal) |
| Technology | CMOS, UV-erasable EPROM |
| Package | J-lead ceramic, windowed (MIL-STD-883) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (J-leaded) |
| Operating Temperature | -55 C to +125 C (MIL-STD-883 Class B) |
| Military Screening | MIL-STD-883 Class B (/883 suffix) |
| Programmability | UV-erasable via on-package quartz window |
| I/O Standard | 5 V CMOS |
| Lead-Free | No (contains lead, military-grade ceramic) |
EPM5192JM/883 Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | I/O — Bidirectional user I/O pin |
| Pin 2 | I/O — Bidirectional user I/O pin |
| Pin 3 | I/O — Bidirectional user I/O pin |
| Pin 4 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 5 | I/O — Bidirectional user I/O pin |
| Pin 6 | I/O — Bidirectional user I/O pin |
| Pin 7 | I/O — Bidirectional user I/O pin |
| Pin 8 | VCC — +5 V supply |
| Pin 9 | INPUT1 — Dedicated input pin |
| Pin 10 | INPUT2 — Dedicated input pin |
| Pin 11 | I/O — Bidirectional user I/O pin |
| Pin 12 | I/O — Bidirectional user I/O pin |
| Pin 13 | I/O — Bidirectional user I/O pin |
| Pin 14 | I/O — Bidirectional user I/O pin |
| Pin 15 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 16 | I/O — Bidirectional user I/O pin |
| Pin 17 | INPUT3 — Dedicated input pin |
| Pin 18 | INPUT4 — Dedicated input pin |
| Pin 19 | I/O — Bidirectional user I/O pin |
| Pin 20 | VCC — +5 V supply |
Typical Applications
EPM5192JM/883 is suitable for 6 applications: Military Avionics Bus Controllers, Missile Guidance Interface Logic, Radar Signal Preprocessing, Nuclear/Space Radiation-Tolerant Command Decoders, Legacy Industrial Control Replacements, Avionics Display Multiplexers and Timing.
Military Avionics Bus Controllers
The EPM5192JM/883 is well suited for MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC 429 bus controller glue logic in military avionics, where its 192 macrocells implement discrete interface, timing, and parity-check functions between discrete transceivers and the mission processor. The MIL-STD-883 Class B screening and -55 C to +125 C operating range ensure compliance with MIL-HDBK-454 and MIL-STD-810 environmental requirements. The deterministic 55 ns propagation delay guarantees fixed bus-controller timing independent of internal routing, simplifying worst-case latency analysis. Ceramic windowed packaging supports field reprogramming during avionics upgrade cycles. Place a 0.1 uF X7R decoupling capacitor on every VCC/GND pair and route the 5 V CMOS I/O with controlled impedance to suppress MIL-STD-461 radiated emissions.
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Missile Guidance Interface Logic
In missile guidance and seeker interface subsystems, the EPM5192JM/883 performs deterministic logic glue between sensor front-ends, ADC/DAC channels, and the guidance processor. Its UV-erasable window enables late-stage mission logic updates during qualification, which is critical when target profiles change post-initial design. The 192-macrocell capacity supports up to 192 sum-of-products equations or roughly 96 state-machine states without external logic. MIL-STD-883 Class B burn-in and rad-hard screening make the part suitable for tactical missile environments with high shock and vibration. Use external CMOS buffers to drive long PCB traces and consider a watchdog timer companion for high-availability guidance channels.
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Radar Signal Preprocessing
Legacy ground-based and naval radar systems continue to use the EPM5192JM/883 for preprocessing of timing, blanking, and trigger signals before the main DSP or FPGA processing stage. The 64 bidirectional I/O pins handle the dozens of timing and control lines typical of a radar front-end, while the 55 ns propagation delay is more than adequate for pulse-repetition and range-gate logic operating at sub-MHz rates. MIL-STD-883 Class B screening and -55 C to +125 C operation handle the thermal and mechanical stresses of shipboard and mobile radar installations. Stack two EPM5192JM/883 devices to expand macrocell count beyond 192 for complex timing generators and blanking-matrix implementations.
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Nuclear/Space Radiation-Tolerant Command Decoders
Spacecraft command decoders and radiation-tolerant satellite subsystems use the EPM5192JM/883 as a redundant command-decode engine because the MAX 5000 architecture is inherently SEU-tolerant for slow control logic compared with SRAM-based FPGAs. The 192 macrocells decode dozens of ground-command opcodes with deterministic 55 ns latency, and the ceramic windowed package survives the thermal cycling of low-earth orbit. MIL-STD-883 Class B screening plus the high-reliability ceramic package make the part eligible for Class A or B space missions. Add external watchdog hardware and triple-redundant voting at the system level for missions requiring full TMR protection.
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Legacy Industrial Control Replacements
Industrial plants with 1990s-era programmable-logic controllers and CNC machines rely on the EPM5192JM/883 for in-kind replacements of obsolete or discontinued glue-logic boards. The 64 I/O pins and 192 macrocells replicate the functionality of multiple 22V10 and 26V12 PAL devices on legacy boards, simplifying spare-parts inventories. MIL-STD-883 Class B screening ensures reliable operation in factories with high EMI, vibration, and thermal stress. Reuse the original Altera MAX+PLUS II programming files or migrate legacy PAL equations using industry-standard CUPL/ABEL source. Maintain a healthy lifetime buy of EPM5192JM/883 stock to bridge the multi-decade support window typical of industrial machinery.
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Avionics Display Multiplexers and Timing
Cockpit display systems and multi-function displays (MFDs) in legacy military aircraft use the EPM5192JM/883 to multiplex switch and sensor inputs to the display processor, and to generate the timing signals that synchronize LCD refresh with backlight and overlay layers. The 64 bidirectional I/O pins handle the dozens of cockpit switch inputs, and the 55 ns propagation delay is well within the timing budget for cockpit display scan rates. MIL-STD-883 Class B screening and the -55 C to +125 C operating range meet DO-160 environmental requirements. The ceramic package survives the high-altitude temperature swings of unpressurized avionics bays.
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Engineering reference data for EPM5192JM/883 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | EPM5192GM/883 | EPM5192GM/883B | EPM5192JM-1/883B | EPM5192JM-2/883B | EPM5192JM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera | Altera |
| Package | J-lead ceramic windowed | J-lead ceramic windowed - same | J-lead ceramic windowed - same | J-lead ceramic windowed - same | J-lead ceramic windowed - same | J-lead ceramic windowed - same |
| Propagation Delay (tPD) | 55 ns | 30 ns (-2 speed grade) | 30 ns (-2 speed grade) | 40 ns (-1 speed grade) | 30 ns (-2 speed grade) | 55 ns |
| Macrocells | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 |
| User I/O Pins | 64 | 64 | 64 | 64 | 64 | 64 |
| 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 |
| MIL-STD-883 Screening | Class B | Class B | Class B | Class B | Class B | Commercial (no screening) |
| Operating Temperature | -55 C to +125 C | -55 C to +125 C | -55 C to +125 C | -55 C to +125 C | -55 C to +125 C | 0 C to +70 C (commercial) |
Key Differentiators
- Original 55 ns speed-grade with MIL-STD-883 Class B screening (vs EPM5192JM-1/883B)
- MIL-STD-883 Class B screening included (vs EPM5192JM)
- J-lead ceramic windowed package supports field reprogramming (vs EPM5192GM/883)
Design Notes
The J-lead ceramic windowed package of the EPM5192JM/883 dissipates up to 1.5 W under maximum toggle activity on all 64 I/O pins at 18 MHz. At an ambient temperature of +125 C (worst-case MIL-STD-810), the junction temperature rises another 30-40 C above ambient given the package thermal resistance of approximately 25 C/W. Apply a continuous airflow of at least 200 LFM across the ceramic body in enclosed chassis, and use thermal pads beneath the package to conduct heat into the chassis. Estimated: input P_diss = 1.5 W max, theta_JA = 25 C/W (ceramic J-lead with no heatsink), delta_T_junction-to-ambient = 37.5 C at 1.5 W.
Place a 0.1 uF X7R ceramic decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of every VCC pin and a single 10 uF tantalum bulk capacitor near the package. Use a continuous ground plane on the layer directly beneath the device to minimize ground bounce on the high-toggle bidirectional I/O. For boards exposed to MIL-STD-461 EMI, add ferrite beads on each VCC pin and surround the device with a guard ring tied to the chassis ground. The ceramic window on top of the package must remain accessible for UV erasure - do not mount heatsinks or shields directly over the quartz window.
Do not assume modern CPLD/FPGA programming tools will work - the EPM5192JM/883 requires Altera MAX+PLUS II version 10.2 or earlier and a legacy programming hardware such as the Altera Logic Programmer or BitBlaster. JEDEC fuse-map files generated for newer MAX II/MAX V families are not compatible. When migrating a legacy MAX 5000 design, always verify pin assignments against the original MAX+PLUS II project because some pin numbers changed between MAX 5000 and later CPLD families. The /883 variant is not lead-free and uses tin-lead solder - confirm your assembly process supports SnPb profiles before reflow.
Compliance Information
MIL-STD-883 Class B screened ceramic package contains lead (SnPb solder finish) and is therefore non-RoHS by design. RoHS exemption 7(a) covers lead in military/aerospace ceramic components. AEC-Q100 not applicable - this is a programmable logic device, not an automotive analog IC.
