The EPM7096JC84-3 is a member of the MAX 7000 family of simple programmable logic devices (SPLDs) from Intel (formerly Altera). These devices are designed for implementing glue logic, address decoding, and other basic digital functions. They offer a cost-effective solution for low-density programmable logic applications.

Applications

• Address decoding in memory systems: Generating chip select signals for memory devices.
• Glue logic for connecting different ICs: Interfacing between microprocessors and peripherals.
• Simple state machines: Implementing control sequences for various applications.
• I/O port expansion: Adding additional I/O lines to a microcontroller system.
• Small peripheral control: Controlling simple devices such as LEDs and switches.

Features

• High-speed performance: Offers fast propagation delays for time-critical applications.
• Electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM): Allows for easy reprogramming and updates.
• Low power consumption: Minimizes power dissipation in battery-powered devices.
• In-system programmability (ISP): Enables on-the-fly reconfiguration of the device.
• 84-pin J-Lead Chip Carrier (PLCC) package: Facilitates easy integration into through-hole and surface mount assemblies.

Benefits

• Reduced system cost: Cost-effective solution for implementing simple logic functions.
• Increased design flexibility: Programmable logic allows for customization and adaptation to changing requirements.
• Improved system performance: Fast propagation delays enhance overall performance.
• Faster time to market: In-system programmability allows for rapid prototyping and debugging.
• Simplified system integration: PLCC package simplifies board layout and assembly.

Additional Details

The EPM7096JC84-3 features 96 macrocells, which can be configured to implement various logic functions. It operates at a voltage of 5V. The operating temperature range is typically 0°C to +70°C. The 84-pin PLCC package is designed for easy insertion into sockets or soldering onto PCBs. The speed grade is -3, indicating a specific performance level within the MAX 7000 family. The device supports various programming interfaces, including JTAG, for easy configuration and debugging. Its architecture is based on a programmable AND array feeding into a fixed OR array, which is a common structure for SPLDs.

Intel's MAX 7000 family of SPLDs is a well-established and widely used solution for implementing simple logic functions. The EPM7096JC84-3 provides a good balance of logic density, performance, and cost, making it suitable for many basic digital applications.