AT25160A-10TI-1.8

Basic Information Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Non-volatile Serial EEPROM Memory
• Characteristics: Low-power, High-speed, Small form factor
• Package: 8-lead TSSOP (Thin Shrink Small Outline Package)
• Essence: Stores and retrieves digital information in electronic devices
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Memory Size: 16 Kilobits (2 Kilobytes)
• Operating Voltage: 1.8V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Interface: SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface)
• Write Endurance: 1 Million cycles
• Data Retention: 100 Years

Detailed Pin Configuration

1. Chip Select (/CS)
2. Serial Clock (SCK)
3. Serial Data Input (SI)
4. Serial Data Output (SO)
5. Write Protect (/WP)
6. Ground (GND)
7. Power Supply (VCC)
8. Hold (/HOLD)

Functional Features

• Non-volatile memory: Retains data even when power is removed
• Serial interface: Allows easy integration with microcontrollers
• High-speed operation: Fast read and write access times
• Low-power consumption: Ideal for battery-powered devices
• Write protection: Prevents accidental modification of stored data
• Hold function: Temporarily suspends ongoing operations

Advantages

• Compact package size enables space-saving designs
• Wide operating voltage range allows compatibility with various systems
• High endurance ensures reliable and long-lasting performance
• SPI interface simplifies communication with other components
• Low standby current minimizes power consumption during idle periods

Disadvantages

• Limited storage capacity compared to larger memory devices
• Relatively slower write speeds compared to some other EEPROMs
• Vulnerable to data corruption in case of power surges or electromagnetic interference

Working Principles

AT25160A-10TI-1.8 is based on Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM) technology. It utilizes a floating gate transistor structure to store and retrieve digital information. The memory cells can be electrically programmed and erased, allowing for non-volatile data storage. The SPI interface facilitates communication between the IC and the controlling microcontroller, enabling seamless integration into various electronic systems.

Detailed Application Field Plans

• Consumer Electronics: Used in smart TVs, set-top boxes, and audio systems for storing configuration settings and user preferences.
• Automotive: Employed in car infotainment systems, instrument clusters, and engine control units for data logging and parameter storage.
• Industrial Automation: Utilized in programmable logic controllers (PLCs), sensors, and control modules for storing calibration data and firmware updates.
• Medical Devices: Integrated into patient monitoring systems, medical instruments, and implantable devices for data logging and device configuration.
• Internet of Things (IoT): Incorporated in connected devices, wearables, and home automation systems for storing sensor data and network configurations.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• AT25080A-10TI-1.8: 8 Kilobit Serial EEPROM with similar specifications and package.
• AT25320A-10TI-1.8: 32 Kilobit Serial EEPROM with higher storage capacity and similar characteristics.
• AT25256A-10TI-1.8: 256 Kilobit Serial EEPROM with larger memory size and comparable features.

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