Product Overview: 25AA040A-I/P

The 25AA040A-I/P is a 4K SPI Bus Serial EEPROM, meticulously crafted by Microchip Technology, a leading provider of microcontroller and analog semiconductors. This device is designed to add flexible, non-volatile data storage to your microcontroller or other digital applications.

Key Features

• Memory Size: 4 Kbits (512 x 8)
• Interface Type: Serial SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface)
• Operating Voltage Range: 1.8V to 5.5V, accommodating a wide array of applications and power requirements.
• Package / Case: PDIP-8 (Plastic Dual In-line Package), which is through-hole mountable for easy integration into your circuit.
• Temperature Range: Industrial (-40°C to +85°C), ensuring reliability and performance even in extreme conditions.
• Write Cycle Time: 5 ms (maximum), allowing for efficient data management and storage operations.
• Write Protect: Yes, the device includes a write-protect feature to prevent unintended data overwrites or erasures.
• Endurance: 1 Million write cycles, ensuring a long operational lifespan for your data storage needs.
• Data Retention: Guaranteed for over 100 years, providing peace of mind for applications where long-term data preservation is critical.

Applications

The 25AA040A-I/P is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications, including:

• Industrial and automotive systems that require reliable data retention over a broad temperature range.
• Consumer electronics where compact, non-volatile memory is essential.
• Networking equipment, such as routers and switches, for configuration and log storage.
• Medical devices where accurate and dependable data storage is crucial.

Quality and Support

Microchip Technology is known for its commitment to quality, and the 25AA040A-I/P is no exception. It is backed by Microchip's robust support and service network, ensuring that you receive the assistance you need for a successful implementation of their product in your projects.