M24C16-DFCU6TP/K

Product Overview

Category

M24C16-DFCU6TP/K belongs to the category of electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) chips.

Use

This product is primarily used for non-volatile data storage in various electronic devices, such as microcontrollers, computers, and consumer electronics.

Characteristics

• Non-volatile: The stored data remains intact even when power is removed.
• Electrically erasable: The data can be erased and reprogrammed electronically.
• High density: The M24C16-DFCU6TP/K has a capacity of 16 kilobits (2 kilobytes).
• Low power consumption: It operates at low voltage levels, making it energy-efficient.
• Fast access time: The chip provides quick read and write operations.

Package

The M24C16-DFCU6TP/K is available in a small outline package (SOP) with eight pins.

Essence

This EEPROM chip is designed to provide reliable and flexible non-volatile memory storage for electronic devices.

Packaging/Quantity

The M24C16-DFCU6TP/K is typically packaged in reels or tubes, with a quantity of 2500 units per reel/tube.

Specifications

• Capacity: 16 kilobits (2 kilobytes)
• Supply voltage: 1.7V to 5.5V
• Operating temperature range: -40°C to +85°C
• Write cycle endurance: 4 million cycles
• Data retention: 200 years

Detailed Pin Configuration

The M24C16-DFCU6TP/K has the following pin configuration:

1. VCC: Power supply voltage
2. SDA: Serial data input/output
3. SCL: Serial clock input
4. WP: Write protect
5. GND: Ground
6. NC: No connection
7. NC: No connection
8. VSS: Ground

Functional Features

• Random and sequential read modes
• Write protection mechanism
• Software write protection
• Hardware write protection
• Page write mode for efficient programming
• Enhanced ESD protection
• Noise filtering mechanisms

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Non-volatile memory ensures data integrity even during power loss.
• High density allows for storing a significant amount of data in a compact chip.
• Low power consumption prolongs battery life in portable devices.
• Fast access time enables quick data retrieval and updates.
• Write protection mechanisms prevent accidental data modification.

Disadvantages

• Limited capacity compared to other storage technologies like flash memory.
• Relatively slower write speeds compared to volatile memory types.
• Higher cost per unit compared to some alternative memory solutions.

Working Principles

The M24C16-DFCU6TP/K utilizes an electrically erasable floating gate technology. It stores data by trapping charges in the floating gate, which can be erased or programmed using electrical signals. The stored charge determines the logic state of each memory cell, allowing for non-volatile data storage.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The M24C16-DFCU6TP/K finds applications in various fields, including:

1. Automotive electronics: Used for storing configuration data, calibration parameters, and event logs in automotive control units.
2. Industrial automation: Employed in programmable logic controllers (PLCs) for storing program code and critical data.
3. Consumer electronics: Integrated into devices like smart TVs, set-top boxes, and gaming consoles for firmware storage and system configuration.
4. Medical devices: Utilized for storing patient data, device settings, and firmware in medical equipment such as infusion pumps and patient monitors.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. M24C08-DFCU6TP/K: A lower capacity variant with 8 kilobits (1 kilobyte) of storage.
2. M24C32-DFCU6TP/K: A higher capacity variant with 32 kilobits (4 kilobytes) of storage.
3. M24C64-DFCU6TP/K: A higher capacity variant with 64 kilobits (8 kilobytes) of storage.

These alternative models provide options for different memory requirements in various applications.

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