Product Overview

The 24LC08B-T/SN is a high-performance 8Kb I2C compatible Serial EEPROM produced by Microchip Technology, a leading provider of microcontroller and analog semiconductors. This device is specifically designed to add more data storage capacity to your microcontroller-based projects or any application that requires non-volatile memory storage.

Key Features

  
• Memory Size: The 24LC08B-T/SN offers 8 Kbits (1 Kbyte) of storage, organized as four blocks of 256 x 8-bit memory with 2-wire serial interface.
  
• Operating Voltage: This device operates at a voltage range of 2.5V to 5.5V, making it suitable for various low-power and standard applications.
  
• Communication: It utilizes the I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) serial interface protocol for seamless integration with most microcontrollers, providing a straightforward communication channel.
  
• Write Protect: A hardware write-protect feature is available to prevent accidental overwrites, ensuring data integrity.
  
• Speed: The EEPROM supports a data transfer rate of 400 kHz, allowing for quick and efficient data access and programming.
  
• Endurance: It has a high data retention rate with an endurance of 1 million write cycles and a data retention period of over 200 years.
  
• Packaging: The product is available in an 8-pin SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) package, which is ideal for space-constrained applications.
  
• Temperature Range: The 24LC08B-T/SN operates across the industrial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.

Applications

This EEPROM is suitable for a wide range of applications that require low-density data storage. It can be used in settings such as:

  
• Consumer electronics
  
• Industrial automation and control systems
  
• Automotive systems
  
• Medical devices
  
• Smart cards
  
• Portable devices

With its robust design and reliable data retention capabilities, the 24LC08B-T/SN from Microchip Technology is an excellent choice for designers who need a small, easy-to-integrate, and dependable storage solution.