The AM29F040B-120PC is a 4-Megabit, 5.0 Volt-only Flash memory device organized as 512K x 8 bits. It is manufactured by Advanced Micro Devices (AMD). The device is offered in a 32-pin PLCC package. The AM29F040B is designed to be programmed in-system with the standard system 5.0 volt VCC supply. A 12.0 volt VPP is not required for program or erase operations. The device can also be programmed in standard EPROM programmers.
This device offers a good balance of capacity and performance for a range of embedded applications. Its reliable operation and relatively fast access times contribute to its suitability for various systems.
Applications
- Embedded Systems
- Microcontrollers
- Data Logging
- Boot Memory
- Industrial Automation
Features
- 4 Megabit (512K x 8-Bit)
- 5.0 Volt-only operation for read, erase and program
- Sector Erase Architecture: Eight uniform sectors of 64 Kbyte each
- Fast access time: 120 ns
- Low power consumption
- Erase Suspend/Resume
- Program Suspend/Resume
- Unlock Bypass Program Operation
- Sector Protection
- 32-Pin PLCC Package
Benefits
- Simplified System Design: 5.0 volt-only operation simplifies power supply requirements.
- Fast Program Times: Enables efficient production and reduces programming overhead.
- High Endurance: Enhances data retention and system reliability.
- Low Power Consumption: Suitable for battery-powered or energy-conscious applications.
- Flexible Sector Architecture: Facilitates efficient memory management.
Additional Details
The AM29F040B-120PC includes features such as sector protection, which prevents accidental program or erase operations in designated memory regions. The device also supports program and erase suspend/resume, allowing interruption of program or erase cycles for system-level tasks. It offers a minimum of 10,000 write/erase cycles. Sector erase time is typically around 0.7 seconds, and byte programming time is typically 10µs.
