93AA46-I/SN

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Non-volatile memory storage
• Characteristics: Low power consumption, small form factor
• Package: SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit)
• Essence: Provides reliable non-volatile data storage
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape & Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Memory Size: 1K x 8
• Interface: Serial I2C
• Operating Voltage: 1.7V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
• Data Retention: 200 years
• Write Endurance: 1,000,000 cycles

Detailed Pin Configuration

• Pin 1: A0 - Chip Address Input
• Pin 2: A1 - Chip Address Input
• Pin 3: A2 - Chip Address Input
• Pin 4: VSS - Ground
• Pin 5: SDA - Serial Data
• Pin 6: SCL - Serial Clock
• Pin 7: WP - Write Protect
• Pin 8: VCC - Power Supply

Functional Features

• Non-volatile Storage: Retains data even when power is removed
• Serial Interface: Allows for easy integration with microcontrollers
• Write Protection: Prevents accidental modification of stored data
• Low Power Consumption: Ideal for battery-powered devices

Advantages and Disadvantages

• Advantages:
  • Small form factor
  • Low power consumption
  • High data retention
• Disadvantages:
  • Limited storage capacity
  • Slower write speeds compared to volatile memory

Working Principles

The 93AA46-I/SN utilizes EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory) technology to store data. When a write operation is initiated, the device uses an electric field to trap charge in an insulated floating gate, allowing data to be retained without power.

Detailed Application Field Plans

• Automotive Electronics: Used for storing vehicle configuration data
• Consumer Electronics: Embedded in smart home devices for parameter storage
• Industrial Control Systems: Employed for storing calibration data in sensors and actuators

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• 93LC46B-I/SN: Similar specifications, compatible pin configuration
• 24C01C-I/SN: Higher capacity, same package and interface

This comprehensive entry provides a detailed understanding of the 93AA46-I/SN, covering its specifications, features, applications, and alternatives within the integrated circuit category.