The 25AA256T-E/MF is a 256K SPI Serial EEPROM from the renowned manufacturer, Microchip Technology. This high-quality memory device offers a vast array of features and is designed to meet the rigorous demands of modern electronic applications, ensuring reliability and efficiency.
Key Features
- Memory Size: The device boasts a 256 Kbit (32,768 x 8) memory size, providing ample space for code storage, data logging, and configuration settings in a variety of applications.
- Interface: It utilizes a Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) with clock speeds up to 10 MHz, offering fast data transfer rates that are essential for performance-critical applications.
- Operating Voltage: The EEPROM operates within a voltage range of 1.8V to 5.5V, catering to low-power and standard applications alike, and making it suitable for battery-operated devices.
- Temperature Range: Designed for durability, it can operate over an extended temperature range of -40°C to +85°C, ensuring reliability under various environmental conditions.
- Packaging: The device comes in an 8-lead SOIJ package, which is known for its compact footprint and suitability for PCBs with space constraints.
- Write Protection: It includes write-protect features such as block write protection, which help prevent inadvertent data overwrites and ensure data integrity.
Applications
The 25AA256T-E/MF is versatile and can be used in a wide range of applications. These include but are not limited to:
- Industrial and automotive electronics
- Consumer electronics
- Networking devices
- Medical devices
- Smart cards
With its robust design and comprehensive feature set, the 25AA256T-E/MF from Microchip Technology is an ideal choice for developers and engineers looking for a reliable EEPROM solution that combines performance with flexibility.
