AT25F512B-SSH-B

Product Overview

Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)

Use: The AT25F512B-SSH-B is a non-volatile memory IC that provides storage capabilities for various electronic devices. It is commonly used in applications where data needs to be stored even when power is turned off.

Characteristics: - Non-volatile: Retains data even without power - High storage capacity: 512 kilobits (64 kilobytes) - Serial interface: Communicates with the host device using a serial protocol - Low power consumption: Optimized for battery-powered devices - Fast read and write operations: Allows for efficient data access

Package: The AT25F512B-SSH-B is available in an industry-standard 8-pin Small-Scale Housing (SSH) package. This compact package ensures easy integration into various electronic systems.

Essence: The essence of the AT25F512B-SSH-B is its ability to provide reliable and high-capacity non-volatile memory storage for electronic devices, enabling them to retain critical data even during power interruptions.

Packaging/Quantity: The AT25F512B-SSH-B is typically supplied in tape and reel packaging, with a quantity of 2500 units per reel.

Specifications

• Memory Capacity: 512 kilobits (64 kilobytes)
• Interface: Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI)
• Operating Voltage: 2.7V to 3.6V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Data Retention: Up to 20 years
• Write Endurance: 100,000 cycles

Pin Configuration

The AT25F512B-SSH-B features an 8-pin configuration:

1. Chip Select (/CS): Enables communication between the host device and the IC.
2. Serial Clock (SCK): Provides the clock signal for data transfer.
3. Serial Data Input (SI): Receives data from the host device.
4. Serial Data Output (SO): Transmits data to the host device.
5. Write Protect (/WP): Allows or restricts write operations.
6. Hold (/HOLD): Pauses ongoing operations without resetting the IC.
7. VCC: Power supply voltage (2.7V to 3.6V).
8. Ground (GND): Common ground reference.

Functional Features

• Fast Read and Write Operations: The AT25F512B-SSH-B offers high-speed data access, allowing for efficient read and write operations.
• Flexible Interface: It utilizes the widely adopted Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI), enabling easy integration with various microcontrollers and other devices.
• Low Power Consumption: Designed with power efficiency in mind, the IC minimizes energy consumption, making it suitable for battery-powered applications.
• Data Protection: The Write Protect (/WP) pin allows users to protect critical data by preventing accidental write operations.
• Reliable Data Retention: With a data retention period of up to 20 years, the AT25F512B-SSH-B ensures long-term storage reliability.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High storage capacity - Fast read and write operations - Low power consumption - Easy integration with existing systems - Long data retention period

Disadvantages: - Limited storage capacity compared to higher-end memory ICs - Requires an external microcontroller or host device for operation

Working Principles

The AT25F512B-SSH-B operates based on the principles of non-volatile memory technology. It utilizes electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) cells to store data. These cells can be electrically programmed and erased, allowing for reliable and long-term data storage.

The IC communicates with the host device using the Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) protocol. The host device sends commands and data to the AT25F512B-SSH-B, which then performs the requested operations such as reading or writing data.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The AT25F512B-SSH-B finds applications in various electronic devices and systems, including but not limited to: - Consumer electronics: Smartphones, tablets, digital cameras - Automotive: Infotainment systems, instrument clusters - Industrial control systems: Data loggers, programmable logic controllers (PLCs) - Medical devices: Patient monitoring systems, diagnostic equipment - Internet of Things (IoT): Sensor nodes, smart home devices

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. AT25F512B-SSHD-T: Similar to AT25F512B-SSH-B, but with extended temperature range (-40°C to +105°C).
2. AT25F1024B-SSH-B: Higher capacity variant with 1 megabit (128 kilobytes) of memory.
3. AT25F256B-SSH