AT25160B-PU

Product Overview

Category

AT25160B-PU belongs to the category of Serial EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory) chips.

Use

This product is commonly used for non-volatile storage in various electronic devices, such as microcontrollers, automotive systems, consumer electronics, and industrial applications.

Characteristics

• Non-volatile memory: Retains data even when power is removed.
• High storage capacity: The AT25160B-PU has a storage capacity of 16 kilobits (2 kilobytes).
• Serial interface: Uses a serial communication protocol for data transfer.
• Low power consumption: Operates at low voltage levels, making it suitable for battery-powered devices.
• High reliability: Offers robust performance and long-term data retention.
• Fast access time: Provides quick read and write operations.

Package

The AT25160B-PU comes in a standard 8-pin DIP (Dual Inline Package) or SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) package.

Essence

The essence of AT25160B-PU lies in its ability to provide reliable and non-volatile storage for electronic devices, ensuring data integrity and persistence.

Packaging/Quantity

This product is typically packaged in reels or tubes, with a quantity of 250 or 1000 units per package.

Specifications

• Memory Capacity: 16 kilobits (2 kilobytes)
• Interface: SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface)
• Operating Voltage: 1.8V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Data Retention: Up to 100 years
• Endurance: 1 million write cycles

Detailed Pin Configuration

The AT25160B-PU has the following pin configuration:

1. Chip Select (/CS)
2. Serial Clock (SCK)
3. Serial Data Input/Output (SI/O)
4. Write Protect (/WP)
5. Ground (GND)
6. Serial Data Output (SO)
7. VCC (Power Supply)
8. Not Connected (NC)

Functional Features

• Byte and Page Write Operations: Allows data to be written in individual bytes or full pages.
• Sequential Read: Enables sequential reading of data from the memory.
• Software Protection: Provides write protection by using a software-controlled write protect pin (/WP).
• Status Register: Contains various status bits for monitoring the device's operation.
• Chip Erase: Supports erasing the entire memory array.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Non-volatile storage ensures data persistence.
• High reliability and long-term data retention.
• Low power consumption.
• Fast access time for efficient read and write operations.
• Flexible interface for easy integration into various systems.

Disadvantages

• Limited storage capacity compared to other memory technologies.
• Relatively higher cost per kilobit compared to larger capacity EEPROMs.

Working Principles

The AT25160B-PU utilizes an electrically erasable floating gate technology. It stores data by trapping charges in the floating gate, which can be electrically programmed or erased. The serial interface allows for easy communication with the host microcontroller, enabling read and write operations.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The AT25160B-PU finds applications in various fields, including: 1. Microcontrollers: Used for storing program code, configuration data, and calibration values. 2. Automotive Systems: Employed for storing vehicle parameters, sensor data, and firmware updates. 3. Consumer Electronics: Utilized in devices like smart TVs, set-top boxes, and audio systems for data storage. 4. Industrial Applications: Used in industrial automation, control systems, and IoT devices for data logging and configuration storage.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. AT25080B-PU: 8 kilobits (1 kilobyte) capacity, similar features and package.
2. AT25320B-PU: 32 kilobits (4 kilobytes) capacity, similar features and package.
3. AT25640B-PU: 64 kilobits (8 kilobytes) capacity, similar features and package.
4. AT25256B-PU: 256 kilobits (32 kilobytes) capacity, similar features and package.

These alternative models offer varying storage capacities to suit different application requirements while maintaining similar characteristics and pin configurations.

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