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24LC256-I/P  

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24LC256-I/P Description

The 24LC256-I/P is a 256Kbit (32K x 8) EEPROM memory IC from Microchip Technology, designed to provide a reliable and efficient solution for non-volatile data storage. This device is part of the Memory ICs Products category and is available in an 8-DIP through-hole package. With a clock frequency of 400 kHz and an access time of 900 ns, the 24LC256-I/P offers fast read and write capabilities, making it suitable for various applications that require quick data retrieval and storage.

24LC256-I/P Features

• Technology: EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory), providing non-volatile storage that can be rewritten multiple times.
• Voltage - Supply: 2.5V to 5.5V, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of power sources.
• Memory Interface: I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit), a popular two-wire serial interface for connecting multiple devices on a single bus.
• Write Cycle Time - Word, Page: 5ms, allowing for fast data updates.
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant, adhering to environmental regulations and promoting eco-friendly manufacturing practices.
• REACH Status: REACH Unaffected, indicating that the product does not contain any substances of very high concern as per the European Union's Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) regulation.
• Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 (Unlimited), meaning the device can be stored and handled without special precautions against moisture.
• Package: Tube, facilitating easy storage and transportation.
• DigiKey Programmable: Verified, ensuring that the product is available and reliable through DigiKey's distribution channels.

24LC256-I/P Applications

The 24LC256-I/P is ideal for applications that require non-volatile data storage with fast access times and a wide voltage range. Some specific use cases include:

1. Industrial Automation: Storing configuration settings and calibration data for sensors and controllers.
2. Consumer Electronics: Saving user preferences and settings in devices such as smart home appliances and entertainment systems.
3. Automotive Systems: Storing vehicle parameters and diagnostic information for engine control units and infotainment systems.
4. Medical Devices: Recording patient data and device settings in non-volatile memory for long-term storage and retrieval.

Conclusion of 24LC256-I/P

The 24LC256-I/P from Microchip Technology is a versatile and reliable EEPROM memory IC that offers fast access times, a wide voltage range, and compatibility with the I2C interface. Its unique features, such as RoHS compliance and REACH unaffected status, make it an environmentally friendly choice for various applications. With its fast write cycle time and unlimited moisture sensitivity level, the 24LC256-I/P is an excellent choice for applications that require non-volatile data storage with quick access and updates.

24LC256-I/P Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for 24LC256-I/P

PCN Assembly/Origin :

Fab Site 02/Aug/2022      

Datasheets :

24AA256, 24LC256, 24FC256      

PCN Packaging :

Packing Changes 10/Oct/2016       Label and Packing Changes 23/Sep/2015      

Design Resources :

24LC256 Development Tool Selector      

PCN Design/Specification :

24AA256/24LC256/24FC256 28/Jul/2022       24AA256/24LC256/24FC256 25/Oct/2021      

Environmental Information :

Microchip CA Prop65       Microchip RoHS       Microchip REACH