Re: Hardware musings

[Anthony Lawther <alawtherNOSPAM@westnet.SPAMMENOT.com.au>]

In article <1161047753.297095.161160@m7g2000cwm.googlegroups.com>,
 "mdj" <mdj.mdj@gmail.com> wrote:

> PZ wrote:
> 
> > Yes.  Both Altera and Xilinx have 44pin CPLD's that are a nice
> > "hobbyist" size. Both companies offer free dev tools as well.  I'd
> > recommend checking out Altera's 3032 (32 macrocell) and 3064 (64
> > macrocell) series.  Take it one step further and get an 8-bit-baby.
> > http://www.8bitbaby.com
> 
> I more meant hobbyist size in terms of form factor, and 44pin BGA isn't
> exactly a friendly form factor, but yes, the 8-bit baby solves this
> problem, assuming it's even possible to buy one.
> 
> Matt

I've yet to encounter a 44 pin BGA. The 44 pin CPLDs are all PLCC form 
factor AFAIK. There are even a limited number of 84 pin PLCC CPLDs. 
After that they become less hobbyist friendly.

Regards,
Anthony.