BR24C02-WMN6TP

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Non-volatile Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM)
• Characteristics: Small form factor, low power consumption, high reliability
• Package: 8-pin SOP (Small Outline Package)
• Essence: Data storage and retrieval in electronic devices
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and reel packaging, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Memory Size: 2 kilobits (256 bytes)
• Operating Voltage: 1.7V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Write Cycle Endurance: 1 million cycles
• Data Retention: 100 years

Detailed Pin Configuration

The BR24C02-WMN6TP IC has the following pin configuration:

1. VCC: Power supply voltage
2. SDA: Serial data input/output
3. SCL: Serial clock input
4. WP: Write protect input
5. GND: Ground
6. NC: No connection
7. NC: No connection
8. VSSOP: Ground

Functional Features

• Byte-wise random access for efficient data storage and retrieval
• Support for both sequential and random read modes
• Hardware write protection using the WP pin
• Low standby current for power efficiency
• Self-timed programming cycle for ease of use

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Compact size allows for integration into small electronic devices - High reliability ensures data integrity over long periods - Low power consumption extends battery life in portable devices - Easy to use with simple serial interface

Disadvantages: - Limited memory size may not be suitable for applications requiring large data storage - Slower write speeds compared to other memory technologies

Working Principles

The BR24C02-WMN6TP is based on Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM) technology. It utilizes a floating gate transistor structure to store and retrieve data. The memory cells can be electrically programmed and erased, allowing for non-volatile data storage.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The BR24C02-WMN6TP IC finds applications in various electronic devices that require non-volatile data storage. Some of the common application fields include:

1. Consumer Electronics: Used in smart TVs, set-top boxes, and audio/video equipment for storing user preferences and settings.
2. Automotive: Integrated into automotive electronics for storing critical data such as mileage, vehicle settings, and diagnostic information.
3. Industrial Control Systems: Utilized in industrial automation systems for storing configuration parameters, calibration data, and event logs.
4. Medical Devices: Incorporated into medical equipment for storing patient data, device settings, and firmware updates.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. AT24C02: Manufactured by Atmel Corporation, similar specifications and pin configuration.
2. CAT24C02: Produced by Catalyst Semiconductor, comparable features and performance.
3. M24C02: Offered by STMicroelectronics, equivalent capacity and functionality.

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