STMicroelectronics M48T12-70PC1 Timekeeper SRAM

The M48T12-70PC1 is a 16 Kbit 2Kb x8 TIMEKEEPER<sup>® Static RAM integrated with a real-time clock from the renowned semiconductor manufacturer, STMicroelectronics. This high-performance, low-power RAM device is specifically designed to provide a convenient and reliable solution for electronic systems requiring memory and an embedded timekeeping function.

Key Features

• Integrated Real-Time Clock (RTC): The device comes with a built-in RTC that keeps track of seconds, minutes, hours, days, date, months, years, and leap years up to the year 2100. It provides a precise time reference for various applications.
• Battery Backup: With an embedded lithium battery, the M48T12-70PC1 ensures data and clock functionality retention even during power outages, making it ideal for critical data-logging and time-sensitive applications.
• Low Power Consumption: Designed for energy efficiency, the device operates in a low-power mode when on battery backup, ensuring a long battery service life.
• Byte-wide SRAM: The 16 Kbit static RAM is organized as 2Kb x 8, offering ample storage for data that needs to be accessed quickly and reliably.
• Access Time: The device boasts an access time of 70ns, facilitating swift data retrieval and storage, enhancing overall system performance.
• Package: Encased in a 24-pin DIP (Dual In-line Package), the M48T12-70PC1 is suited for through-hole PCB mounting, providing robust physical and environmental protection.

Applications

The versatility of the M48T12-70PC1 makes it suitable for a wide array of applications, including:

• Industrial control systems
• Utility meters
• POS terminals
• Network routers and switches
• Medical equipment
• Security systems

With its combination of SRAM and RTC capabilities, the M48T12-70PC1 from STMicroelectronics is a reliable choice for designers looking to integrate memory and timekeeping functionalities into their systems with minimal additional components.