Product Overview: AT25256AN-10SQ-2.7-T
The AT25256AN-10SQ-2.7-T is a high-performance, 256Kb SPI serial EEPROM from Microchip Technology, which is renowned for its reliability and versatility. This memory device is designed to cater to a wide range of applications that require data storage solutions with a stable and long-term data retention capability.
Key Features
- Memory Size: The device comes with a storage capacity of 256 Kbits (32,768 x 8) which is ideal for storing configuration parameters, serial numbers, calibration data, and more.
- Interface Type: It utilizes the SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) bus, ensuring high-speed data transfer rates and simple integration with most microcontrollers.
- Operating Voltage: The EEPROM operates within a voltage range of 2.7V to 5.5V, making it suitable for low-power and battery-operated applications.
- Speed: It features a fast access time with a clock frequency of 10 MHz, which ensures quick read and write operations.
- Temperature Range: The device is operational across an industrial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C, making it reliable in extreme conditions.
- Packaging: The AT25256AN-10SQ-2.7-T comes in a robust 8-lead SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) package, which is surface-mountable and saves valuable board space.
- Write Protect: It includes a hardware write-protect feature to prevent inadvertent writes, thus ensuring the integrity of the stored data.
- Endurance: The EEPROM boasts a high endurance with 1,000,000 write cycles and a data retention period of 100 years, offering a reliable storage solution over an extended period.
Applications
The AT25256AN-10SQ-2.7-T is highly versatile and can be used in a variety of applications, including but not limited to:
- Industrial and automotive control systems
- Consumer electronics
- Medical devices
- Smart metering
- Networking equipment
With its combination of durability, data integrity, and ease of integration, the AT25256AN-10SQ-2.7-T from Microchip Technology is an excellent choice for designers and engineers looking for a reliable non-volatile memory solution.