M93C66-WMN6TP

Product Overview

Category

The M93C66-WMN6TP 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, automotive systems, consumer electronics, and industrial applications.

Characteristics

• Non-volatile: The M93C66-WMN6TP retains stored data even when power is removed.
• High density: This chip offers a storage capacity of 4 kilobits (512 bytes).
• Low power consumption: It operates at low voltage levels, making it energy-efficient.
• Fast operation: The M93C66-WMN6TP provides high-speed read and write operations.
• Durable: It can withstand multiple erase and write cycles without degradation.

Package

The M93C66-WMN6TP is available in a surface-mount package. The specific package type is SOIC-8 (Small Outline Integrated Circuit), which has eight leads.

Essence

The essence of the M93C66-WMN6TP lies in its ability to store and retrieve data reliably in electronic systems, ensuring the preservation of critical information.

Packaging/Quantity

This chip is typically supplied in tape and reel packaging, with a quantity of 2500 units per reel.

Specifications

• Memory Capacity: 4 kilobits (512 bytes)
• Supply Voltage: 1.8V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Interface: Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI)
• Write Time: 5 ms (typical)
• Data Retention: 200 years (minimum)

Detailed Pin Configuration

The M93C66-WMN6TP chip has eight pins arranged as follows:

┌───┬───┐ │ 1 │ 8 │ │ 2 │ 7 │ │ 3 │ 6 │ │ 4 │ 5 │ └───┴───┘

1. Chip Select (/CS): Enables the chip for communication.
2. Serial Clock (SCK): Provides the clock signal for data transfer.
3. Data Input/Output (DIO): Bi-directional pin for data transmission.
4. Ground (GND): Connected to the ground reference of the system.
5. Write Protect (/WP): Allows write protection when pulled low.
6. VCC: Power supply input (+1.8V to +5.5V).
7. NC: No connection (unused pin).
8. NC: No connection (unused pin).

Functional Features

• High-speed data transfer: The M93C66-WMN6TP supports fast read and write operations, enabling efficient data handling in electronic systems.
• Flexible interface: It utilizes the widely adopted Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) protocol, allowing easy integration with various microcontrollers and other devices.
• Low power consumption: This chip operates at low voltage levels, minimizing energy consumption and extending battery life in portable devices.
• Reliable data retention: The M93C66-WMN6TP ensures long-term data storage with a minimum retention period of 200 years.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Compact size and lightweight design.
• High-density memory capacity.
• Fast read and write operations.
• Wide operating voltage range.
• Durable and reliable performance.

Disadvantages

• Limited storage capacity compared to higher-end EEPROM chips.
• Requires an external microcontroller or device for data access and manipulation.

Working Principles

The M93C66-WMN6TP operates based on the principles of EEPROM technology. It utilizes a floating gate transistor structure to store and retrieve data. When data is written, an electric charge is trapped in the floating gate, altering the transistor's behavior. This charge can be later read by applying appropriate voltage levels to the chip's pins.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The M93C66-WMN6TP finds applications in various fields, including:

1. Automotive Systems: Used for storing critical vehicle parameters, such as mileage, engine settings, and diagnostic information.
2. Consumer Electronics: Employed in devices like smart TVs, set-top boxes, and gaming consoles for configuration data storage.
3. Industrial Control Systems: Utilized for storing calibration data, system configurations, and firmware updates in industrial automation equipment.
4. Medical Devices: Used for storing patient data, device settings, and event logs in medical instruments and monitoring systems.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. M93C46-WMN6TP: A lower capacity variant with 2 kilobits (256 bytes) of memory.
2. M93C86-WMN6TP: A higher capacity variant with 8 kilobits