The PALCE16V8-15 is a high-performance, low-power Erasable Programmable Logic Device (EPLD) manufactured by Cypress Semiconductor. This device is designed to replace numerous TTL logic chips, offering a more efficient and flexible solution for digital circuit design. Its architecture allows for a wide range of logic functions to be implemented within a single integrated circuit, reducing board space and improving system reliability.

Applications

• Address decoding
• Glue logic
• State machine implementation
• Peripheral controllers
• Data path control

Features

• High Speed: Offers a propagation delay of 15 ns, enabling fast system performance.
• Low Power: Consumes minimal power, making it suitable for battery-powered applications.
• Reprogrammable: Can be erased and reprogrammed, allowing for design changes and iterations without replacing the physical chip.
• Flexible Architecture: Configurable macrocells allow for a variety of logic functions to be implemented.
• TTL Compatible: Directly interfaces with TTL logic levels, simplifying system integration.
• 16 Inputs and 8 Outputs: Provides ample I/O pins for complex logic designs.

Benefits

• Reduced Board Space: Replaces multiple TTL chips with a single device, saving valuable board space.
• Improved Reliability: Fewer components translate to fewer potential points of failure, enhancing system reliability.
• Design Flexibility: Reprogrammability allows for easy design changes and iterations.
• Faster Time-to-Market: Simplifies design process and reduces development time.
• Lower Power Consumption: Contributes to energy-efficient system design.

The PALCE16V8-15 offers programmable output polarity, allowing each output to be configured as either active high or active low. This versatility simplifies interfacing with different types of devices and logic families. It is programmed using standard PAL programmers and supports various programming algorithms. Its robust design and comprehensive feature set make it a popular choice for a wide range of digital logic applications.