25LC160D-I/SN

Product Overview

Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)

Use: Non-volatile Serial EEPROM Memory

Characteristics: - Low-power CMOS technology - 16Kbits of memory organized as 2048 pages of 8 bytes each - SPI interface for communication - Wide operating voltage range: 2.5V to 5.5V - Low standby current consumption: 1 µA (typical) - High-speed clock frequency: up to 10 MHz - Write endurance: 1,000,000 erase/write cycles - Data retention: > 200 years

Package: SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit)

Essence: The 25LC160D-I/SN is a non-volatile serial EEPROM memory chip that provides reliable data storage in various electronic devices.

Packaging/Quantity: The 25LC160D-I/SN is available in tape and reel packaging with 2,500 units per reel.

Specifications

• Memory Size: 16 Kbits
• Memory Organization: 2048 pages of 8 bytes each
• Interface: SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface)
• Operating Voltage Range: 2.5V to 5.5V
• Standby Current Consumption: 1 µA (typical)
• Clock Frequency: Up to 10 MHz
• Write Endurance: 1,000,000 erase/write cycles
• Data Retention: > 200 years
• Package Type: SOIC
• Package Dimensions: 150 mil wide, 300 mil long, 50 mil high

Detailed Pin Configuration

The 25LC160D-I/SN has a total of 8 pins:

1. Chip Select (CS) - Active low input used to enable/disable the device.
2. Serial Clock (SCK) - Input for the serial clock signal.
3. Serial Data Input (SI) - Input for data to be written into the memory.
4. Serial Data Output (SO) - Output for data read from the memory.
5. Write Protect (WP) - Input used to protect the memory against write operations.
6. VCC - Power supply voltage input.
7. Ground (GND) - Ground reference.
8. Hold (HOLD) - Input used to pause serial communication.

Functional Features

• Non-volatile memory: The 25LC160D-I/SN retains data even when power is removed.
• Serial interface: It uses the SPI protocol for easy integration with microcontrollers and other devices.
• Low power consumption: The chip operates at low standby current, making it suitable for battery-powered applications.
• High-speed operation: With a clock frequency of up to 10 MHz, it allows fast data transfer.
• Durable and reliable: The EEPROM has a high write endurance and long data retention period.
• Write protection: The write protect pin can be used to prevent accidental modification of stored data.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Non-volatile memory ensures data persistence. - Easy integration with microcontrollers using the SPI interface. - Low power consumption extends battery life. - High-speed operation enables quick data transfer. - Durable and reliable with high write endurance and long data retention.

Disadvantages: - Limited storage capacity compared to larger EEPROMs. - Requires additional circuitry for proper interfacing.

Working Principles

The 25LC160D-I/SN utilizes non-volatile memory technology to store data. It employs an SPI interface, allowing communication with microcontrollers or other devices. When powered on, the chip can be accessed by asserting the chip select (CS) pin. Data can then be written or read through the serial data input (SI) and serial data output (SO) pins, respectively. The write protect (WP) pin can be used to prevent accidental modifications. The device operates at low power consumption and offers high-speed data transfer.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The 25LC160D-I/SN is widely used in various electronic devices that require non-volatile memory storage. Some common application fields include:

1. Consumer Electronics: Used in smart TVs, set-top boxes, and audio/video equipment for storing configuration settings, user preferences, and firmware updates.
2. Automotive: Employed in automotive electronics for storing critical data such as mileage, fault codes, and calibration settings.
3. Industrial Control Systems: Integrated into industrial control systems for storing parameters, calibration data, and event logs.
4. Medical Devices: Utilized in medical devices for storing patient data, device configurations, and software updates.
5. IoT Devices: Incorporated into Internet of Things (IoT) devices for storing sensor data, device configurations, and firmware updates.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. 25AA160D-I/SN: Similar to the 25LC160D-I