The AM26C31IDBR is a high-performance, 8-bit, microprocessor-compatible, CMOS serial EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory) manufactured by Texas Instruments. It is designed to provide reliable and non-volatile data storage for various applications. Here's a brief description, features, and applications of the AM26C31IDBR:
Description:
The AM26C31IDBR is a serial EEPROM with a memory capacity of 2,048 bits (256 x 8 bits) organized as 32 pages of 64 bytes each. It features a standard SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) compatible interface, allowing for easy integration with microcontrollers and other SPI-compatible devices. The device operates over a wide supply voltage range of 2.7V to 5.5V and has a fast read cycle time of 70 ns (typical) with a 10 MHz SPI clock.
Features:
- Memory Capacity: 2,048 bits (256 x 8 bits) organized in 32 pages of 64 bytes each.
- Standard SPI-compatible interface for easy integration with microcontrollers.
- Wide supply voltage range: 2.7V to 5.5V.
- Fast read cycle time: 70 ns (typical) with a 10 MHz SPI clock.
- Page Write mode: Allows for byte or page write operations.
- Block Erase mode: Allows for erasing a 64-byte page at a time.
- Software/Hardware selectable write protection for data protection.
- Low power consumption: Active mode (Typ. 1 mA) and Standby mode (Typ. 1 µA).
- Operating temperature range: -40°C to +85°C (Industrial) and -40°C to +125°C (Extended Industrial).
- Small package options available: SOIC, TSSOP, and DFN.
Applications:
- Non-volatile data storage in microcontroller-based systems.
- Configuration and calibration data storage in industrial and consumer electronics.
- Storage of firmware and software updates.
- Smart cards and security applications.
- Metering and measurement devices (e.g., energy meters, water meters).
- Automotive applications for storing calibration and configuration data.
- Network devices for storing network settings and user data.
- Medical devices for storing calibration and configuration data.
- Consumer electronics for storing user preferences and settings.
The AM26C31IDBR is a versatile and reliable solution for applications requiring non-volatile memory storage. Its compatibility with a wide range of microcontrollers and devices, along with its fast read and write capabilities, make it a popular choice for various applications.