M24C04-WMN6P

Product Overview

Category

M24C04-WMN6P belongs to the category of electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) chips.

Use

This chip is commonly used for non-volatile data storage in various electronic devices, such as microcontrollers, computers, and consumer electronics.

Characteristics

• Non-volatile: The stored data remains even when power is removed.
• Electrically erasable: Data can be erased and reprogrammed electronically.
• High density: The M24C04-WMN6P has a storage capacity of 4 kilobits (512 bytes).
• Low power consumption: It operates at low voltage and consumes minimal power during read and write operations.

Package

The M24C04-WMN6P is available in a small outline integrated circuit (SOIC) package.

Essence

The essence of the M24C04-WMN6P lies in its ability to provide reliable and non-volatile data storage in a compact form factor.

Packaging/Quantity

These chips are typically packaged in reels or tubes, with each reel or tube containing a specific quantity of chips. The exact packaging and quantity may vary depending on the supplier.

Specifications

• Memory Capacity: 4 kilobits (512 bytes)
• Supply Voltage: 1.7V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Write Time: 5 ms (maximum)
• Data Retention: 200 years (minimum)

Detailed Pin Configuration

The M24C04-WMN6P has a total of 8 pins, which are assigned specific functions:

1. VSS: Ground connection
2. SDA: Serial data input/output
3. SCL: Serial clock input
4. WP: Write protect input
5. VCC: Supply voltage
6. A0: Address input bit 0
7. A1: Address input bit 1
8. NC: No connection

Functional Features

• Random access: Allows reading and writing of data at any memory location.
• Byte-level operations: Supports individual byte read, write, and erase operations.
• Hardware write protection: The WP pin can be used to protect the memory from accidental writes.
• I2C interface: The chip communicates using the widely adopted I2C protocol.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Non-volatile storage: Data remains intact even without power.
• Compact size: Small form factor allows for integration into various electronic devices.
• Low power consumption: Operates efficiently with minimal power requirements.
• High data retention: Ensures long-term reliability of stored information.

Disadvantages

• Limited storage capacity: The M24C04-WMN6P has a relatively small memory capacity compared to other EEPROM chips.
• Slower write speed: The write time of 5 ms may be slower compared to some other memory technologies.

Working Principles

The M24C04-WMN6P utilizes electrically controlled floating gate transistors to store and retrieve data. When data is written, an electrical charge is applied to the floating gate, altering its conductivity and storing the desired information. During read operations, the stored charge is measured to determine the logic state of each memory cell.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The M24C04-WMN6P finds applications in various fields, including but not limited to: - Automotive electronics: Used for storing vehicle configuration data, mileage records, and other critical information. - Industrial automation: Enables non-volatile storage of calibration data, device settings, and production parameters. - Consumer electronics: Utilized in devices such as smart TVs, set-top boxes, and gaming consoles for storing user preferences, firmware updates, and application data.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• M24C02-WMN6P: 2 kilobit (256 bytes) EEPROM chip.
• M24C08-WMN6P: 8 kilobit (1 kilobyte) EEPROM chip.
• M24C16-WMN6P: 16 kilobit (2 kilobytes) EEPROM chip.
• M24C32-WMN6P: 32 kilobit (4 kilobytes) EEPROM chip.
• M24C64-WMN6P: 64 kilobit (8 kilobytes) EEPROM chip.

These alternative models offer different storage capacities to suit specific application requirements.

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