Overview
The FM25V02A-GTR is a high-performance 256-Kbit nonvolatile memory module produced by Infineon Technologies, utilizing advanced ferroelectric RAM (F-RAM) technology. This device is designed to offer reliable data retention for up to 151 years and features lightning-fast write operations at bus speed, significantly outperforming traditional EEPROM and serial flash memories. The FM25V02A-GTR is ideal for applications that require frequent or rapid writes, such as data logging and industrial controls.
Key Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Infineon Technologies |
| Part Number | FM25V02A-GTR |
| Memory Size | 256 Kbit (32K × 8) |
| Clock Frequency (fc) | 40 MHz |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Package | SOIC-8, DFN-8 |
| Low Power Consumption | 2.5 mA active current at 40 MHz, 150 μA standby current, 8 μA sleep mode current |
| Low-Voltage Operation | VDD = 2.0 V to 3.6 V |
| Write Endurance | 10^14 read/write cycles |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Key Features
- High-endurance with 10^14 read/write cycles, significantly more than EEPROM.
- NoDelay™ writes, allowing write operations at bus speed without delays.
- Advanced high-reliability ferroelectric process.
- Very fast serial peripheral interface (SPI) with support for SPI modes 0 and 3.
- Sophisticated write-protection scheme including software protection and block protection.
- Low power consumption with active, standby, and sleep modes.
- Low-voltage operation from 2.0 V to 3.6 V.
- Industrial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.
- Hardware drop-in replacement for serial EEPROM or flash memories.
- Read-only Device ID for identifying manufacturer, product density, and product revision.
Applications
- Data logging: Ideal for applications where the number of write cycles is critical.
- Industrial controls: Suitable for demanding environments where rapid writes are necessary.
- Automated systems: Used in systems requiring high reliability and fast data storage.
- IoT devices: Beneficial for IoT applications needing nonvolatile memory with high endurance.
- Medical equipment: Used in medical devices that require reliable and fast data storage.
Q & A
- What is the memory size of the FM25V02A-GTR?
The FM25V02A-GTR has a memory size of 256 Kbit, organized as 32K × 8 bits.
- What is the clock frequency of the FM25V02A-GTR?
The clock frequency of the FM25V02A-GTR is 40 MHz.
- What is the operating temperature range of the FM25V02A-GTR?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C.
- What are the power consumption characteristics of the FM25V02A-GTR?
The device has an active current of 2.5 mA at 40 MHz, a standby current of 150 μA, and a sleep mode current of 8 μA.
- Does the FM25V02A-GTR support low-voltage operation?
Yes, it operates from 2.0 V to 3.6 V.
- What is the write endurance of the FM25V02A-GTR?
The device supports 10^14 read/write cycles.
- Is the FM25V02A-GTR RoHS compliant?
Yes, it is RoHS compliant.
- What are the typical applications of the FM25V02A-GTR?
Typical applications include data logging, industrial controls, automated systems, IoT devices, and medical equipment.
- Can the FM25V02A-GTR be used as a drop-in replacement for other nonvolatile memories?
Yes, it can be used as a hardware drop-in replacement for serial EEPROM or flash memories.
- How does the FM25V02A-GTR protect data during writes?
The device features a sophisticated write-protection scheme, including software protection and block protection.
