Microchip Technology AT28C256E-15JC EEPROM
The AT28C256E-15JC is a high-performance 256K (32K x 8) Parallel EEPROM, expertly designed and manufactured by Microchip Technology. This non-volatile memory chip is an ideal storage solution for applications requiring fast and reliable data storage and retrieval without the need for a battery to maintain the data integrity.
Key Features:
- High-Density Storage: With a 256-kilobit capacity, it provides ample space for firmware storage, configuration settings, or any other data that requires long-term retention without power.
- Fast Access Time: The AT28C256E-15JC boasts an impressive access time of 150 nanoseconds, enabling swift read operations which is crucial for performance-critical applications.
- Low Power Consumption: Designed for energy efficiency, this EEPROM operates with low power requirements, making it suitable for battery-operated and power-sensitive devices.
- Parallel Interface: The parallel interface ensures easy integration with microcontrollers and other digital systems, providing a straightforward communication pathway for reading and writing operations.
- Industrial Temperature Range: It operates reliably across an industrial temperature range, ensuring consistent performance even in harsh environmental conditions.
- Reprogrammable: This EEPROM can be electrically erased and reprogrammed up to 100,000 times, which allows for a significant number of write cycles and a long product lifespan.
Applications:
The AT28C256E-15JC is versatile in its applications, suitable for a wide array of uses including:
- Embedded systems for storing boot code or firmware
- Industrial control systems requiring robust data logging capabilities
- Telecommunication infrastructure for configuration and security data
- Automotive electronics where long-term data retention is critical
- Medical devices that require frequent and reliable data updates
Product Specifications:
This EEPROM comes in a PLCC (Plastic Leaded Chip Carrier) package, ensuring robustness and ease of handling in manufacturing processes. The part number AT28C256E-15JC specifies the PLCC package with a 32-pin count. The '-15' suffix indicates the speed grade of the device, which is 150 nanoseconds.
In conclusion, the Microchip Technology AT28C256E-15JC EEPROM represents a reliable and efficient solution for systems requiring high-speed, low-power, and non-volatile memory storage. Its robust design and flexible applications make it an excellent choice for a wide range of industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics.
