Overview
The M25P16-VMN3PB is a 16Mb serial Flash memory device produced by Micron Technology Inc. This device is designed for high-performance applications and features a SPI-compatible bus interface. It operates within a voltage range of 2.7V to 3.6V and supports clock frequencies up to 75 MHz. The M25P16 is organized as 32 sectors, each containing 256 pages, with each page being 256 bytes wide. This configuration allows for efficient memory management and access.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory Size | 16 Mb (2 Mb x 8) |
| Interface Type | SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 75 MHz |
| Supply Voltage Range | 2.7 V to 3.6 V |
| Page Size | 256 bytes |
| Sector Size | 512 Kb (64 Kbyte x 32 sectors) |
| Write Protection | Hardware write protection with BP0, BP1, BP2 bits |
| Endurance | More than 100,000 write cycles per sector |
| Data Retention | More than 20 years |
| Package Options | SO8N, SO8W, SO16, VFDFPN8, UFDFPN8 |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C |
| Deep Power-Down Current | 1 µA (typical) |
Key Features
- SPI bus compatible serial interface with support for CPOL = 0, CPHA = 0 and CPOL = 1, CPHA = 1 modes.
- High-speed data transfer with a maximum clock frequency of 75 MHz.
- Advanced write protection mechanisms using BP0, BP1, and BP2 bits.
- Page program capability up to 256 bytes in 0.64 ms (typical).
- Sector erase capability in 0.6 s (typical) and bulk erase in 13 s (typical).
- Deep power-down mode with a current consumption of 1 µA (typical).
- Electronic signature with JEDEC standard 2-byte signature and unique ID code.
- More than 100,000 write cycles per sector and more than 20 years of data retention.
- Automotive grade parts available.
- RoHS compliant and lead-free design.
Applications
The M25P16-VMN3PB is suitable for a variety of applications requiring high-speed, non-volatile memory. These include:
- Industrial and commercial storage solutions.
- IoT devices where low power consumption and small form factor are essential.
- Automotive systems requiring robust and reliable memory.
- Data-intensive applications such as data logging and storage in embedded systems.
- Consumer electronics needing high-performance and reliable flash memory.
Q & A
- What is the memory size of the M25P16-VMN3PB?
The M25P16-VMN3PB has a memory size of 16 Mb, organized as 2 Mb x 8.
- What is the maximum clock frequency supported by the M25P16-VMN3PB?
The device supports a maximum clock frequency of 75 MHz.
- What is the supply voltage range for the M25P16-VMN3PB?
The supply voltage range is from 2.7 V to 3.6 V.
- How many write cycles can each sector of the M25P16-VMN3PB endure?
Each sector can endure more than 100,000 write cycles.
- What is the data retention period for the M25P16-VMN3PB?
The data retention period is more than 20 years.
- What are the package options available for the M25P16-VMN3PB?
The device is available in SO8N, SO8W, SO16, VFDFPN8, and UFDFPN8 packages.
- Does the M25P16-VMN3PB support deep power-down mode?
- What is the operating temperature range for the M25P16-VMN3PB?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to +85°C.
- Is the M25P16-VMN3PB RoHS compliant?
- What are the typical erase times for sector and bulk erase operations?
Sector erase typically takes 0.6 s, and bulk erase typically takes 13 s.
