AT25256A-10TI-1.8

Basic Information Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Non-volatile Serial EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory)
• Characteristics:
  • Low-power CMOS technology
  • High-speed performance
  • Wide voltage range
  • Small form factor
• Package: 8-lead SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit)
• Essence: Data storage and retrieval in electronic devices
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in tape and reel packaging, quantity varies based on customer requirements

Specifications

• Memory Size: 256 Kbits (32 Kbytes)
• Organization: 32,768 x 8 bits
• Interface: SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface)
• Operating Voltage: 1.8V
• Speed: 10 MHz (maximum)
• Endurance: 1 million write cycles
• Data Retention: 100 years (minimum)

Detailed Pin Configuration

The AT25256A-10TI-1.8 IC has the following pin configuration:

| Pin Number | Pin Name | Description | |------------|----------|-------------| | 1 | CS | Chip Select | | 2 | DO | Data Output | | 3 | WP | Write Protect | | 4 | GND | Ground | | 5 | DI | Data Input | | 6 | CLK | Clock Input | | 7 | HOLD | Hold Input | | 8 | VCC | Power Supply |

Functional Features

• Non-volatile memory: Data is retained even when power is removed.
• Serial interface: Uses SPI for communication with the host device.
• High-speed performance: Supports clock speeds up to 10 MHz.
• Low-power consumption: Operates at a low voltage of 1.8V.
• Write protection: Provides a write protect pin to prevent accidental data modification.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Compact size and small form factor make it suitable for space-constrained applications. - High-speed performance enables quick data transfer. - Low-power consumption prolongs battery life in portable devices. - Wide voltage range allows compatibility with various systems.

Disadvantages: - Limited memory size compared to other EEPROM options. - Requires an external microcontroller or host device for communication.

Working Principles

The AT25256A-10TI-1.8 is based on Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM) technology. It utilizes non-volatile memory cells that can be electrically programmed and erased. The IC communicates with a microcontroller or host device through the SPI interface, allowing data to be written, read, and modified. The low-power CMOS technology ensures efficient operation while maintaining data integrity.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The AT25256A-10TI-1.8 is widely used in various electronic devices and systems, including but not limited to: - Consumer electronics: Smartphones, tablets, digital cameras, and portable media players. - Automotive: Engine control units, infotainment systems, and instrument clusters. - Industrial automation: Programmable logic controllers, sensors, and data loggers. - Medical devices: Patient monitoring systems, diagnostic equipment, and implantable devices. - Communication systems: Routers, switches, and network cards.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• AT25080A-10TU-2.7: 8 Kbit (1024 x 8) Serial EEPROM, operating at 2.7V.
• AT25128B-SSHL-T: 128 Kbit (16 Kbyte) Serial EEPROM, operating at 1.8V.
• AT25320A-10TU-2.7: 32 Kbit (4096 x 8) Serial EEPROM, operating at 2.7V.
• AT25640B-SSHL-T: 64 Kbit (8 Kbyte) Serial EEPROM, operating at 1.8V.

These alternative models offer different memory sizes and voltage requirements to suit specific application needs.

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