Microchip Technology

24C02C/SN

24C02C/SN Description

The 24C02C/SN is a 2Kbit EEPROM memory IC from Microchip Technology, designed to provide reliable and efficient data storage in various electronic systems. This product is part of the Memory ICs category and is actively supported by the manufacturer. With its I2C interface and 400 kHz clock frequency, the 24C02C/SN offers fast and efficient data transfer capabilities. It operates within a wide voltage range of 4.5V to 5.5V and has an access time of 3.5 microseconds, ensuring quick data retrieval.

24C02C/SN Features

• Technology: EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory), allowing for easy data storage and retrieval without the need for external power once programmed.
• Memory Format: 256 x 8, providing 2Kbit of storage capacity.
• Memory Interface: I2C, enabling fast and efficient data transfer between the memory IC and the host system.
• Clock Frequency: 400 kHz, ensuring quick data transfer rates.
• Access Time: 3.5 µs, allowing for rapid data retrieval.
• Voltage - Supply: 4.5V to 5.5V, providing flexibility in power supply requirements.
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C (TA), making it suitable for a wide range of environmental conditions.
• Write Cycle Time - Word, Page: 1.5ms, ensuring efficient data writing capabilities.
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant, adhering to environmental regulations.
• REACH Status: REACH Unaffected, indicating compliance with European chemical regulations.
• Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 (Unlimited), allowing for flexible handling and storage conditions.

24C02C/SN Applications

The 24C02C/SN is ideal for applications that require non-volatile data storage with fast access times and efficient data transfer. Some specific use cases include:

1. Industrial Control Systems: For storing configuration settings and operational parameters in industrial automation equipment.
2. Consumer Electronics: In devices such as smart home appliances, where user preferences and settings need to be stored.
3. Automotive Systems: For storing calibration data and settings in modern vehicle systems.
4. Telecommunications Equipment: To store network configuration and operational parameters in communication devices.

Conclusion of 24C02C/SN

The 24C02C/SN from Microchip Technology is a versatile and reliable EEPROM memory IC that offers a combination of fast data transfer, efficient storage, and robust environmental performance. Its unique features, such as the I2C interface and wide operating temperature range, make it an ideal choice for a variety of applications in the electronics industry. With its compliance with RoHS and REACH regulations, the 24C02C/SN is not only a technologically advanced solution but also an environmentally responsible one.