Encyclopedia Entry: 93LC46CXT-E/SN

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Non-volatile Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM)
• Characteristics: Small form factor, low power consumption, high data retention, and endurance
• Package: SOT-23-6 package
• Essence: Stores and retrieves digital information even when power is removed
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in tape and reel packaging, with a quantity of 3000 units per reel

Specifications

• Memory Size: 1Kbits (128 x 8 bits)
• Operating Voltage: 2.5V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Write Cycle Endurance: 1 Million cycles
• Data Retention: 200 years
• Interface: Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI)

Detailed Pin Configuration

The 93LC46CXT-E/SN IC has the following pin configuration:

| Pin Number | Pin Name | Description | |------------|----------|-------------| | 1 | CS | Chip Select | | 2 | DO | Data Output | | 3 | GND | Ground | | 4 | DI | Data Input | | 5 | CLK | Clock | | 6 | VCC | Power Supply |

Functional Features

• Non-volatile memory: Retains stored data even without power
• Electrically erasable and programmable: Allows for easy modification of stored data
• High endurance: Can withstand frequent write cycles
• Low power consumption: Ideal for battery-powered devices
• Compact size: Suitable for space-constrained applications
• SPI interface: Enables easy integration with microcontrollers and other devices

Advantages

• Reliable data storage: Ensures data integrity even in harsh environments
• Easy to use: Simple interface and programming process
• Low power consumption: Extends battery life in portable devices
• Compact form factor: Saves space on PCBs
• Wide operating voltage range: Compatible with various power supply systems

Disadvantages

• Limited memory size: Not suitable for applications requiring large amounts of data storage
• Slower write speed compared to some other memory technologies
• Vulnerable to electromagnetic interference (EMI) due to its small package size

Working Principles

The 93LC46CXT-E/SN is based on EEPROM technology, which utilizes floating gate transistors to store and retrieve digital information. When a write operation is performed, an electric charge is trapped in the floating gate, altering the transistor's behavior and storing the desired data. The stored data can be read by applying appropriate voltages to the memory cells.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The 93LC46CXT-E/SN IC finds applications in various fields, including: 1. Consumer electronics: Used in smart TVs, set-top boxes, and audio devices for storing configuration settings and user preferences. 2. Automotive industry: Employed in electronic control units (ECUs) for storing calibration data, fault codes, and vehicle-specific parameters. 3. Industrial automation: Utilized in programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and sensors for storing calibration data and device configurations. 4. Medical devices: Integrated into medical equipment for storing patient data, device settings, and firmware updates. 5. Internet of Things (IoT): Incorporated into IoT devices for storing sensor data, network configurations, and firmware updates.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

Some alternative models to the 93LC46CXT-E/SN IC include: - AT93C46D-SSHM-T by Microchip Technology Inc. - CAT93C46VI-GT3 by ON Semiconductor - M93C46-WMN6TP by STMicroelectronics

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