The ST27C256-25CP is a high-performance, 256 Kilobit CMOS EPROM (Electrically Programmable Read-Only Memory) chip designed and manufactured by STMicroelectronics. This device offers a vast array of features that make it ideal for applications where reliable and efficient non-volatile memory storage is required.
Key Features
- Memory Capacity: The device provides a storage capacity of 256 Kbits, organized as 32,768 words by 8 bits, allowing for ample storage for firmware, boot code, or other critical data that needs to be preserved across power cycles.
- Access Time: With a fast access time of 250 nanoseconds, the ST27C256-25CP ensures quick data retrieval, contributing to the overall performance efficiency of the systems it is used in.
- Programming Voltage: The EPROM operates with a single 5V power supply for both read and programming operations, simplifying power supply requirements.
- Extended Temperature Range: Designed to operate over an extended temperature range, this device is suitable for use in environments that experience wide temperature variations.
- Package: The ST27C256-25CP comes in a 28-pin DIP (Dual In-line Package), which is a common and easy-to-handle package type for through-hole mounting, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of circuit board designs.
Applications
The ST27C256-25CP is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications, including:
- Embedded systems
- Microcontroller-based applications
- Boot memory for computers and other digital systems
- Telecommunication systems
- Industrial control systems
Quality and Reliability
STMicroelectronics is renowned for its commitment to quality and reliability, and the ST27C256-25CP is no exception. It has undergone rigorous testing and quality assurance processes to ensure it meets the high standards expected from STMicroelectronics products. Users can trust this EPROM to provide consistent performance and maintain data integrity over its lifetime.