CAT24C128HU3IGT3

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Non-volatile memory
• Characteristics: High-density, low-power, I2C-compatible
• Package: 8-pin SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit)
• Essence: Serial EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory)
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Memory Size: 128 kilobits (16 kilobytes)
• Interface: I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit)
• Operating Voltage: 1.7V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Write Cycle Time: 5 ms (maximum)
• Data Retention: 200 years (minimum)

Pin Configuration

The CAT24C128HU3IGT3 IC has the following pin configuration:

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1. A0: Address input bit 0
2. A1: Address input bit 1
3. A2: Address input bit 2
4. GND: Ground
5. SDA: Serial data input/output
6. SCL: Serial clock input
7. WP: Write protect
8. VCC: Power supply voltage

Functional Features

• High-density storage capacity allows for storing large amounts of data.
• Low-power consumption makes it suitable for battery-powered devices.
• I2C compatibility enables easy integration with other devices.
• Write protect feature prevents accidental data modification.
• Wide operating voltage range provides flexibility in various applications.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-density storage capacity - Low-power consumption - I2C compatibility - Write protect feature - Wide operating voltage range

Disadvantages: - Limited memory size compared to other non-volatile memory options - Relatively slower write cycle time

Working Principles

The CAT24C128HU3IGT3 is a serial EEPROM that stores data using electrically isolated memory cells. It utilizes the I2C interface for communication with the microcontroller or other devices. The memory cells can be written, read, and erased electronically, making it a non-volatile memory solution. The device operates within a specified voltage range and uses a clock signal to synchronize data transfer.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The CAT24C128HU3IGT3 IC finds applications in various fields, including:

1. Consumer Electronics: Used in smart TVs, set-top boxes, and audio systems for storing configuration settings and user preferences.
2. Automotive: Employed in automotive infotainment systems, instrument clusters, and electronic control units (ECUs) for data storage and firmware updates.
3. Industrial Automation: Utilized in programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motor drives, and sensors for storing calibration data and program code.
4. Medical Devices: Integrated into medical equipment such as patient monitors and diagnostic devices for storing patient data and device configurations.
5. Internet of Things (IoT): Incorporated into IoT devices for data logging, device identification, and firmware updates.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. CAT24C02WI-GT3: 2 kilobit (256-byte) serial EEPROM with similar characteristics and package.
2. CAT24C256WI-GT3: 256 kilobit (32 kilobyte) serial EEPROM with higher memory capacity and similar characteristics.
3. CAT24C512WI-GT3: 512 kilobit (64 kilobyte) serial EEPROM with even higher memory capacity and similar characteristics.

These alternative models offer different memory sizes to suit specific application requirements while maintaining compatibility and similar features.

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