Embedded - PLDs (Programmable Logic Device)
Embedded - PLDs (Programmable Logic Device) - Category Overview
1. Definition of Embedded - PLDs (Programmable Logic Device)
Programmable Logic Devices (PLDs) are a specialized category of Integrated Circuits (ICs) designed to provide flexible digital logic functionality. Unlike fixed-function ICs, PLDs can be programmed and reprogrammed to perform custom logic operations, making them ideal for prototyping, system development, and adaptive hardware solutions. PLDs are widely used in embedded systems, telecommunications, industrial automation, and consumer electronics, where hardware configurability is critical.
2. Types of PLDs in This Category
This classification encompasses several key types of programmable logic devices, including:
- CPLDs (Complex Programmable Logic Devices) Feature non-volatile memory and moderate logic density, suitable for glue logic and control applications.
- FPGAs (Field-Programmable Gate Arrays) High-density, reconfigurable logic blocks with volatile memory, used in high-performance computing and signal processing.
- SPLDs (Simple Programmable Logic Devices) Basic programmable logic, such as PALs (Programmable Array Logic) and GALs (Generic Array Logic), for simpler tasks.
- Configuration PROMs (Programmable Read-Only Memory) Support memory storage for FPGA configurations.
3. Buying Recommendations for PLDs
When selecting a PLD (Programmable Logic Device), consider the following factors:
- Logic Capacity & Performance Match the device s gate count, speed, and I/O requirements to your application.
- Volatility vs. Non-Volatility FPGAs typically require external boot memory, while CPLDs retain configuration without power.
- Development Tools & Ecosystem Ensure vendor-supplied software (e.g., Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus) supports your design workflow.
- Power Consumption & Packaging Industrial and portable applications may demand low-power or ruggedized packages.
- Future Reprogrammability Needs Opt for flash-based or SRAM-based PLDs depending on update flexibility.
By carefully evaluating these aspects, engineers and procurement specialists can optimize their PLD selection for reliability, scalability, and cost-efficiency in embedded system designs.
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ATF22V10C-10PC
FLASH PLD, 10NS, PAL-TYPE, CMOS
ATF16V8B-15JI
IC PLD 8MC 15NS 20PLCC
TIBPAL16R6-15CN
IC PLD 15NS 20DIP
XC95144XV-7TQ144C
FLASH PLD, 7.5NS, 144-CELL
ATF20V8BQL-15JU
IC PLD 8MC 15NS 28PLCC
ATF22LV10C-15PI
IC PLD 10MC 15NS 24DIP
ATF16V8BQ-10JC
IC PLD 8MC 10NS 20PLCC
AT22LV10L-25PC
IC PLD 10MC 25NS 24DIP
ATF16V8CZ-15JC
IC PLD 8MC 15NS 20PLCC
ATF22LV10CQZ-30PI
IC PLD 10MC 30NS 24DIP
ATF22V10C-10SI
IC PLD 10MC 10NS 24SOIC
TIBPAL16L8-10CN
IC PLD 10NS 20DIP
PALCE16V8-25JC
FLASH PLD, 25NS, PAL-TYPE
ATF22V10BQL-20JC
IC PLD 10CELL LO PWR 20NS 28PLCC
ATF22V10B-10NM/883
IC PLD 10MC 10NS 28LCC
EP610DC-35
UV PLD, 37NS, CMOS, CDIP24
ATF16V8C-7PC
IC PLD 8MC 7.5NS 20DIP
ATF20V8B-10SC
IC PLD 8MC 10NS 24SOIC
EP1810LC-35-G
EP1810LC-35-G
ATF20V8B-7SC
IC PLD 8MC 7.5NS 24SOIC