The 93LC86A-E/SN is a high-quality, electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) device from the renowned manufacturer, Microchip Technology. This EEPROM is part of the serial EEPROM series, which is designed for a range of applications that require low-power and low-voltage operations, and it offers a convenient non-volatile storage solution for saving small amounts of data that must be preserved during power-off scenarios.
Key Features:
- Memory Size: The 93LC86A-E/SN comes with a memory size of 16K (2048 x 8 or 1024 x 16).
- Versatile Operating Voltage: It operates within a voltage range of 2.5V to 5.5V, making it suitable for various low-voltage applications.
- Flexible Organization: The memory is organized as either 2048 words of 8 bits each or 1024 words of 16 bits each (ORG pin selectable).
- Serial Interface: It features a serial interface for communication, which helps in minimizing pin count and simplifying PCB layout.
- Low Power Consumption: The device is designed for low power consumption, making it ideal for battery-operated and power-sensitive devices.
- Write Protection: It includes write protection features such as software data protection and hardware write-protect pins to prevent accidental data overwrites.
- Endurance: The 93LC86A-E/SN boasts a high endurance of 1,000,000 erase/write cycles, ensuring long-term reliability.
- Data Retention: It offers a data retention period of over 200 years, providing a stable and reliable storage solution.
- Package Type: The device is available in an 8-pin SOIC (SN) package, which is widely used and easy to solder on a variety of PCBs.
Applications:
The 93LC86A-E/SN EEPROM is well-suited for a broad array of applications, including but not limited to:
- Consumer electronics
- Automotive systems
- Industrial control systems
- Medical devices
- Smart cards
- Telecommunications
With its robust feature set, the 93LC86A-E/SN from Microchip Technology is an excellent choice for designers and engineers looking for a reliable and flexible non-volatile memory solution.
