The AT24C04U3-10UU-1.8 is a 4-Kbit Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM) from Microchip Technology (formerly Atmel). It's organized as 512 words of 8 bits each. This device is designed for low-voltage, low-power applications.
Applications
- Consumer electronics: Used in various consumer products for storing configuration data, user preferences, and serial numbers.
- Industrial control systems: Employed in industrial equipment for storing calibration data, sensor settings, and system parameters.
- Medical devices: Utilized in medical equipment for storing patient data, device settings, and calibration information.
- Automotive electronics: Used in automotive applications for storing configuration data, diagnostic information, and other critical parameters.
- Telecom equipment: Integrated into telecom systems for storing network configurations, subscriber data, and other relevant information.
Features
- Low-voltage operation: Operates at a supply voltage of 1.8V, making it suitable for battery-powered devices and low-power applications.
- Two-wire serial interface: Uses the I2C serial communication protocol, allowing for easy integration with microcontrollers and other I2C-compatible devices.
- Write protect feature: Offers a write protect input that prevents accidental data modification, ensuring data integrity.
- Self-timed write cycle: Features an internal self-timed write cycle, simplifying the writing process and reducing the need for external timing components.
- High reliability: Designed for high reliability with a data retention of 100 years and an endurance of 1 million write cycles.
Benefits
- Low power consumption: Minimizes power consumption, extending battery life in portable devices and reducing energy costs in other applications.
- Easy integration: Simplifies system design and reduces development time due to its standard I2C interface and self-timed write cycle.
- Data protection: Prevents accidental data loss or corruption, ensuring reliable operation and data integrity.
- Long-term data storage: Provides long-term data retention, ensuring that data is preserved even after power is removed.
- High endurance: Withstands a large number of write cycles, making it suitable for applications that require frequent data updates.
Technical Specifications
The AT24C04U3-10UU-1.8 EEPROM has a typical supply current of less than 1 mA during active operation and less than 1 μA in standby mode. The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C. It is available in a variety of packages, including SOIC, TSSOP, and UDFN.