The PALCE16V8H-15PC/4 is a high-performance Programmable Array Logic (PAL) device manufactured by AMD. This chip provides a versatile platform for implementing custom logic functions. It is part of the PALCE16V8 family, known for its configurable architecture, allowing it to replace numerous discrete logic gates, which streamlines board design and boosts system reliability.

Applications

• Address decoding: Utilized in memory systems to pinpoint and select specific memory addresses.
• State machine implementation: Implements complex sequential logic circuits for control systems.
• Peripheral controllers: Manages and controls various peripheral devices in embedded systems.
• Data encryption: Executes basic encryption algorithms for enhancing data security measures.
• Timing control circuits: Generates accurate timing signals essential for system synchronization processes.

Features

• Programmable logic array: Enables users to configure the device’s internal logic connections according to their specific requirements.
• 16 inputs and 8 outputs: Provides a versatile interface adaptable to diverse logic functionalities.
• High-speed operation: Features a propagation delay of 15 ns, facilitating rapid system performance and quick response times.
• Electrically erasable CMOS technology: Supports effortless reprogramming and modifications to the logic configuration.
• Low power consumption: Minimizes overall system power consumption, enhancing battery life and efficiency in portable applications.
• Output Register: The PALCE16V8H features configurable output macrocells which allows each output to be either combinatorial or registered.

Benefits

• Reduced system complexity: Substitutes multiple discrete logic gates, simplifying circuit board layouts and decreasing the number of components needed.
• Increased system reliability: Decreases wiring errors and the number of solder joints, reinforcing the system's stability and durability.
• Improved design flexibility: Facilitates easy modifications and adjustments to the logic configuration to meet evolving project demands.
• Faster time-to-market: Simplifies the development process, reducing the time necessary for prototyping and launching new products.
• Lower system cost: Decreases component count and streamlines production, resulting in more cost-effective system solutions.

Additional Details

The PALCE16V8H-15PC/4 is designed to operate with a 5V power supply. Its compatibility with a broad spectrum of operating temperatures ensures suitability for various environmental conditions. Available in multiple package options like DIP and PLCC, it provides flexible mounting choices to accommodate different application needs. The ‘15’ in the model number specifies a propagation delay of 15 nanoseconds. Furthermore, the device allows for multiple programmable output settings, including registered, combinatorial, and tri-state output configurations.