23LC1024T-I/SN

Product Overview

Category

The 23LC1024T-I/SN belongs to the category of Serial SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) products.

Use

This product is primarily used for storing and retrieving data in electronic devices. It provides non-volatile memory storage, allowing for quick and efficient data access.

Characteristics

• Serial interface: The 23LC1024T-I/SN utilizes a serial interface, making it compatible with various microcontrollers and other digital devices.
• Low power consumption: This product is designed to operate with low power consumption, making it suitable for battery-powered applications.
• High-speed operation: With fast read and write cycles, the 23LC1024T-I/SN ensures efficient data transfer and processing.
• Large storage capacity: The product offers a storage capacity of 1 megabit (128 kilobytes), providing ample space for data storage.

Package and Quantity

The 23LC1024T-I/SN is available in an SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) package. It is typically sold in reels or tubes, with a quantity of 250 units per reel/tube.

Specifications

• Storage Capacity: 1 Megabit (128 Kilobytes)
• Interface: Serial
• Operating Voltage: 2.7V - 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Data Retention: >100 years
• Write Endurance: 1 million cycles

Pin Configuration

The 23LC1024T-I/SN has a total of 8 pins, each serving a specific function:

1. Chip Select (/CS): Enables communication with the device when pulled low.
2. Serial Clock (SCK): Provides the clock signal for data transfer.
3. Serial Data Input (SI): Used to input data into the device.
4. Serial Data Output (SO): Outputs data from the device.
5. Hold (/HOLD): Pauses ongoing operations when pulled low.
6. Write Protect (/WP): Protects the memory from being written to when pulled high.
7. VCC: Power supply voltage input.
8. VSS: Ground reference.

Functional Features

• Random Access: The 23LC1024T-I/SN allows for random access to any location within its memory, facilitating efficient data retrieval and modification.
• Byte-Writable: Data can be written or modified at the byte level, providing flexibility in managing stored information.
• Low Power Standby: The product features a low-power standby mode, reducing power consumption when not actively accessing or modifying data.
• Sequential Read: The device supports sequential read operations, enabling fast retrieval of consecutive data.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Compact Size: The SOIC package ensures a small form factor, making it suitable for space-constrained applications.
• Compatibility: The serial interface makes it compatible with a wide range of microcontrollers and digital devices.
• Low Power Consumption: The product's low power requirements make it ideal for battery-powered devices.
• High-Speed Operation: Fast read and write cycles enable efficient data transfer and processing.

Disadvantages

• Limited Storage Capacity: While the 1 megabit capacity is sufficient for many applications, it may not meet the needs of more data-intensive projects.
• Lack of Non-Volatile Storage: Unlike some other memory technologies, the 23LC1024T-I/SN does not retain data when power is disconnected.

Working Principles

The 23LC1024T-I/SN utilizes a combination of electronic circuits and memory cells to store and retrieve data. It employs a serial interface, allowing for efficient communication with external devices. When data is written, it is stored in the memory cells, and when data is read, it is retrieved from these cells. The device operates based on specific protocols defined by the manufacturer.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The 23LC1024T-I/SN finds applications in various fields, including but not limited to:

1. Embedded Systems: Used for storing program code, configuration data, and temporary variables in microcontroller-based systems.
2. Industrial Automation: Enables data buffering and storage in industrial control systems, facilitating efficient data processing and retrieval.
3. Consumer Electronics: Utilized in devices such as smartwatches, digital cameras, and portable media players for data storage and quick access.
4. Automotive Electronics: Supports data storage requirements in automotive applications, including infotainment systems and engine control units.
5. Internet of Things (IoT): Provides non-volatile memory storage for IoT devices, allowing for efficient data handling and communication.

Alternative Models

• 23LC512: A lower-capacity variant with 512 kilobits (64 kilobytes) of storage.
• 23LC256: Another variant with a capacity of 256 kilobits (32 kil