The GT25C16-2GLI-TR is a 16Kb (2K x 8) CMOS EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory) manufactured by Giantec. This memory device utilizes the Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) for communication, making it a suitable choice for embedded systems and other applications where non-volatile data storage is required with minimal pin count. It's often employed to store configuration settings, calibration data, and other persistent information that needs to be retained even when power is removed.

Applications

• Embedded Systems
• Consumer Electronics (e.g., Set-top boxes, DVD players)
• Industrial Control Equipment
• Instrumentation
• Automotive Electronics

Features

• 16Kb (2K x 8) EEPROM memory
• Standard SPI interface (Serial Peripheral Interface)
• Low voltage operation (typically 2.7V to 5.5V or 1.8V)
• Low power consumption
• Hardware write protection
• Supports SPI Modes 0 and 3
• Page Write capability
• High reliability and endurance
• Small package options (e.g., SOIC, TSSOP)

Benefits

• Provides non-volatile storage, retaining data without power
• SPI interface simplifies connection to microcontrollers and other SPI-compatible devices
• Low power consumption extends battery life in portable applications
• Write protection safeguards against accidental data corruption
• Page write allows for faster data writing

Additional Details

The GT25C16-2GLI-TR communicates via the SPI interface, supporting modes 0 and 3. This interface allows for a simple connection to microcontrollers and other devices that support SPI communication. The device incorporates a hardware write protection feature, which, when enabled, prevents any writes to the memory, thus protecting the stored data from accidental corruption. The page write capability enables writing multiple bytes (typically up to 16 or 32 bytes, depending on the specific implementation) in a single operation, which increases the writing speed. It is available in various surface mount packages. The GT25C16-2GLI-TR is specified for a high number of write cycles (typically 1,000,000 cycles) and has a long data retention period (typically 100 years).