Overview
The PCF8594C-2T/02,118 is a floating gate Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM) produced by NXP USA Inc. This component features 4 kbits (512 × 8-bit) of non-volatile storage, making it suitable for a variety of applications requiring reliable and efficient data storage. The EEPROM utilizes an internal redundant storage code, enhancing its reliability by providing fault tolerance to single bit errors. It operates on a single supply voltage ranging from 2.5 V to 6.0 V and supports a serial I2C-bus interface for data communication.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory Capacity | 4 kbits (512 × 8-bit) |
| Interface Type | Serial (I2C) |
| Operating Voltage | 2.5 V to 6.0 V |
| Maximum Operating Current | 2 mA |
| Standby Current | 10 µA (typical at 6.0 V) |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +85 °C |
| Endurance | 1,000,000 Erase/Write cycles at 22 °C |
| Data Retention Time | 10 years |
| Clock Frequency | 0 kHz to 100 kHz |
| Package Type | 8-pin SOIC |
Key Features
- Low power CMOS technology with maximum operating current of 2 mA and typical standby current of 10 µA at 6.0 V.
- On-chip voltage multiplier for programming voltage generation.
- Serial input/output via I2C-bus interface.
- Byte and 8-byte page write modes to minimize total write time per byte.
- Sequential and random read operations.
- Internal timer for writing, eliminating the need for external components.
- Internal power-on reset.
- High reliability due to redundant storage code.
Applications
The PCF8594C-2T/02,118 is versatile and can be used in various applications requiring non-volatile data storage. These include:
- Industrial control systems.
- Automotive systems.
- Consumer electronics.
- Medical devices.
- Any system requiring reliable and low-power data storage.
Q & A
- What is the memory capacity of the PCF8594C-2T/02,118? The memory capacity is 4 kbits, organized as 512 × 8-bit.
- What is the operating voltage range of the PCF8594C-2T/02,118? The operating voltage range is from 2.5 V to 6.0 V.
- What interface does the PCF8594C-2T/02,118 use for data communication? It uses a serial I2C-bus interface.
- What is the maximum operating current of the PCF8594C-2T/02,118? The maximum operating current is 2 mA.
- How many Erase/Write cycles can the PCF8594C-2T/02,118 endure? It can endure 1,000,000 Erase/Write cycles at 22 °C.
- What is the data retention time of the PCF8594C-2T/02,118? The data retention time is 10 years.
- Can multiple PCF8594C-2T/02,118 devices be connected to the same I2C-bus? Yes, up to four devices can be connected to the same I2C-bus.
- Does the PCF8594C-2T/02,118 require external components for writing operations? No, it has an internal timer for writing and does not require external components.
- What is the clock frequency range supported by the PCF8594C-2T/02,118? The clock frequency range is from 0 kHz to 100 kHz.
- What is the package type of the PCF8594C-2T/02,118? The package type is 8-pin SOIC.
