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Re: Hardware musings



These are 44pin PLCC components, all you need is a socket.  The 8bb is
available, however see Marks adjacent comment in this thread about the
pins.

- Paul

mdj 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