M24512-WMN6TP

Product Overview

Category

M24512-WMN6TP belongs to the category of non-volatile memory devices.

Use

It is primarily used for storing and retrieving digital information in electronic systems.

Characteristics

• Non-volatile: Retains data even when power is removed.
• High storage capacity: Can store up to 512 kilobits (64 kilobytes) of data.
• Serial interface: Communicates with the host system using a serial protocol.
• Low power consumption: Operates at low voltage levels, minimizing energy usage.
• Reliable: Offers high endurance and data retention capabilities.
• Compact package: Comes in a small form factor suitable for integration into various electronic devices.

Package

The M24512-WMN6TP is packaged in a surface-mount SOIC-8 package.

Essence

The essence of M24512-WMN6TP lies in its ability to provide reliable and non-volatile storage for electronic systems.

Packaging/Quantity

The product is typically supplied in reels, with each reel containing a specific quantity of M24512-WMN6TP devices. The exact quantity per reel may vary depending on the manufacturer's specifications.

Specifications

• Memory Capacity: 512 kilobits (64 kilobytes)
• Interface: I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit)
• Supply Voltage: 1.7V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Write Endurance: 1 million cycles
• Data Retention: 40 years

Detailed Pin Configuration

The M24512-WMN6TP has eight pins arranged as follows:

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1. Chip Select (CS): Enables communication with the device.
2. Serial Clock (SCL): Provides the clock signal for data transfer.
3. Serial Data Input/Output (SDA): Bi-directional data line for communication.
4. Ground (GND): Connection to the ground reference.
5. Write Protect (WP): Optional pin for write protection.
6. No Connection (NC): Not connected.
7. No Connection (NC): Not connected.
8. Supply Voltage (VCC): Power supply input.

Functional Features

• Random Access: Allows reading and writing of data at any memory location.
• Byte and Page Write: Supports both byte-level and page-level write operations.
• Hardware Write Protection: Can be protected from accidental writes using the WP pin.
• Sequential Read: Enables efficient reading of consecutive memory locations.
• Software Write Protection: Provides software-controlled write protection through specific commands.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Non-volatile storage ensures data retention even during power loss.
• High storage capacity suitable for various applications.
• Low power consumption extends battery life in portable devices.
• Compact package facilitates integration into space-constrained designs.
• Reliable performance with high endurance and long data retention.

Disadvantages

• Limited write endurance compared to other non-volatile memory technologies.
• Slower write speed compared to volatile memory devices.
• Higher cost per bit compared to some other memory options.

Working Principles

The M24512-WMN6TP utilizes electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) technology. It stores data by trapping charges within a floating gate, which can be electrically programmed or erased. The stored charges represent binary information that can be read back by applying appropriate voltage levels. The I2C interface allows the host system to communicate with the device, enabling read and write operations.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The M24512-WMN6TP finds applications in various electronic systems, including but not limited to: - Consumer electronics: Used for firmware storage in smartphones, tablets, and digital cameras. - Automotive: Employed for storing configuration data, calibration settings, and event logs in automotive control units. - Industrial automation: Utilized for parameter storage, program code storage, and data logging in industrial control systems. - Medical devices: Used for storing patient data, device configurations, and firmware updates in medical equipment. - IoT (Internet of Things): Integrated into IoT devices for data logging, sensor calibration, and firmware storage.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. M24C64-WMN6TP: 64 kilobit (8 kilobyte) capacity EEPROM with similar characteristics and package.
2. AT24C256C-SSHL-T: 256 kilobit (32 kilobyte) capacity EEPROM with I2C interface and compact SOIC-8 package.
3. CAT24C512WI-GT3: 512 kilobit (64 kilobyte) capacity