BR24L02-W

Product Overview

Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)

Use: Non-volatile memory storage

Characteristics: - Low power consumption - High reliability - Small package size - Wide operating voltage range

Package: SOP-8 (Small Outline Package)

Essence: The BR24L02-W is a 2-wire serial EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory) that provides non-volatile storage for various applications.

Packaging/Quantity: The BR24L02-W is typically sold in reels, with each reel containing 2500 units.

Specifications

• Memory Capacity: 2 Kbits (256 bytes)
• Interface: I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit)
• Operating Voltage: 1.7V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Write Cycle Endurance: 1 million cycles
• Data Retention: 100 years

Detailed Pin Configuration

The BR24L02-W features an SOP-8 package with the following pin configuration:

| Pin Name | Description | |----------|-------------| | VCC | Power supply voltage input | | GND | Ground reference | | SDA | Serial data input/output | | SCL | Serial clock input | | WP | Write protect input | | A0, A1 | Address inputs |

Functional Features

• 2-wire serial interface for easy integration into various systems
• Byte-level read and write operations
• Software write protection using the WP pin
• Self-timed programming cycle for efficient operation
• Built-in write cycle completion detection

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Low power consumption makes it suitable for battery-powered devices - High reliability ensures data integrity over long periods - Small package size allows for space-constrained designs - Wide operating voltage range provides flexibility in different applications

Disadvantages: - Limited memory capacity may not be sufficient for certain applications - Slower write speed compared to some other EEPROMs - Lack of additional security features like hardware encryption

Working Principles

The BR24L02-W operates based on the principles of electrically erasable programmable read-only memory. It uses a floating gate transistor structure to store data, which can be electrically programmed and erased. The I2C interface allows for easy communication with a microcontroller or other devices.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The BR24L02-W is commonly used in various electronic systems that require non-volatile memory storage. Some typical application fields include: - Consumer electronics (e.g., TVs, set-top boxes, audio players) - Industrial automation (e.g., sensors, control systems) - Automotive electronics (e.g., infotainment systems, engine control units) - Medical devices (e.g., patient monitoring equipment, diagnostic tools)

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

Some alternative models to the BR24L02-W include: - AT24C02: Similar 2-wire serial EEPROM from Atmel - CAT24C02: Another compatible option from ON Semiconductor - M24C02: Serial EEPROM offered by STMicroelectronics

These alternative models provide similar functionality and can be used as drop-in replacements for the BR24L02-W in many applications.

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