AT24C04C-MAHM-T

Product Overview

Category

AT24C04C-MAHM-T belongs to the category of electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) chips.

Use

This product is commonly used for storing and retrieving digital information in electronic devices. It provides non-volatile memory storage, allowing data to be retained even when power is removed.

Characteristics

• Electrically erasable: The AT24C04C-MAHM-T can be erased and reprogrammed electrically, making it convenient for updating stored data.
• High storage capacity: This chip has a storage capacity of 4 kilobits (512 bytes), providing ample space for various applications.
• Low power consumption: The AT24C04C-MAHM-T operates on low power, making it suitable for battery-powered devices.
• I2C interface: It utilizes the I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) protocol for communication with other devices.

Package

The AT24C04C-MAHM-T is available in a surface-mount 8-lead SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) package.

Essence

The essence of this product lies in its ability to store and retrieve digital information reliably and efficiently, offering a compact and versatile solution for data storage needs.

Packaging/Quantity

The AT24C04C-MAHM-T is typically packaged in reels, containing a quantity of 2500 units per reel.

Specifications

• Memory capacity: 4 kilobits (512 bytes)
• Supply voltage: 1.7V to 5.5V
• Operating temperature range: -40°C to +85°C
• Write endurance: 1 million write cycles
• Data retention: 100 years

Detailed Pin Configuration

The AT24C04C-MAHM-T features an 8-pin configuration, as follows:

1. A0: Address input pin
2. A1: Address input pin
3. A2: Address input pin
4. GND: Ground connection
5. SDA: Serial data input/output pin
6. SCL: Serial clock input pin
7. WP: Write protect pin
8. VCC: Supply voltage

Functional Features

• Random access: The AT24C04C-MAHM-T allows random access to any memory location, enabling efficient data retrieval.
• Byte-wise operations: It supports byte-wise read and write operations, providing flexibility in managing data.
• Hardware write protection: The WP pin can be used to protect the memory from accidental writes, ensuring data integrity.
• Sequential read mode: This chip offers a sequential read mode, allowing consecutive data reads without the need for repeated addressing.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Compact size and high storage capacity
• Low power consumption
• Reliable and durable EEPROM technology
• Easy integration with I2C interface
• Hardware write protection for data security

Disadvantages

• Limited storage capacity compared to other memory technologies
• Slower write speeds compared to volatile memory types
• Relatively higher cost per bit of storage

Working Principles

The AT24C04C-MAHM-T utilizes EEPROM technology, which employs floating-gate transistors to store and retrieve digital information. When data is written, an electrical charge is trapped in the floating gate, altering the transistor's behavior. This charge can be removed during erasure, allowing the transistor to return to its original state. The stored data can be accessed by applying appropriate voltages to the memory cells.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The AT24C04C-MAHM-T finds applications in various electronic devices, including but not limited to: - Consumer electronics: Used for storing configuration settings, user preferences, and small data sets in devices such as TVs, audio players, and remote controls. - Industrial automation: Employed for storing calibration data, device parameters, and production information in industrial control systems. - Automotive electronics: Utilized for storing vehicle-specific data, firmware updates, and diagnostic information in automotive modules. - Medical devices: Used for storing patient data, device settings, and event logs in medical equipment.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. AT24C01A-MAHM-T: 1 kilobit (128 bytes) EEPROM chip with similar characteristics and package.
2. AT24C08C-MAHM-T: 8 kilobits (1024 bytes) EEPROM chip with similar characteristics and package.
3. AT24C16C-MAHM-T: 16 kilobits (2048 bytes) EEPROM chip with similar characteristics and package.
4. AT24C64C-MAHM-T: 64 kilobits (8192 bytes) EEPROM chip with similar characteristics and package.

These alternative models provide varying storage capacities to suit different application requirements while maintaining compatibility with the