Microchip Technology 24LC128-I/ST EEPROM

The 24LC128-I/ST is a 128Kb (16K x 8) Serial Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM) device from Microchip Technology. It is a high-performance, 2-wire bus memory component that is ideal for advanced, low-power applications which require data storage that can be modified on-the-fly.

Key Features:

• Memory Size: 128 Kbit (16,384 x 8-bit organization) which provides ample space for user data storage.
• Interface Type: I2C (2-Wire Serial Interface), which is commonly used for attaching lower-speed peripheral ICs to processors and microcontrollers.
• Supply Voltage: Operating voltage range of 2.5V to 5.5V, making it suitable for a wide range of applications and compatible with most microcontrollers.
• Speed: Supports a clock frequency of up to 400 kHz (I2C Fast-Mode), allowing for quick data transfer.
• Temperature Range: Industrial temperature range (-40°C to +85°C), ensuring reliable operation under extreme conditions.
• Packaging: Supplied in a TSSOP (Thin Shrink Small Outline Package) form factor, which is ideal for space-constrained applications.
• Write Protect: Hardware write protection for the entire device is available via the WP pin.
• Write Cycle Time: Typical write cycle time of 5 ms, facilitating efficient data management and updates.
• Endurance: High reliability with a write endurance of 1 million cycles and a data retention period of over 200 years.
• RoHS Compliant: The device is compliant with RoHS directives, making it environmentally friendly.

Applications:

The 24LC128-I/ST EEPROM is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications, including:

• Industrial and automotive systems
• Consumer electronics
• Medical devices
• Smart cards
• Data logging systems

With its robust feature set and reliability, the 24LC128-I/ST from Microchip Technology is an excellent choice for applications requiring non-volatile memory storage with the flexibility of in-circuit modification of data.