Overview
The CAT24C512WE-GT3 is a 512 kb Serial CMOS EEPROM produced by ON Semiconductor. This device is internally organized as 65,536 words of 8 bits each, providing a substantial storage capacity for various applications. It supports the Standard (100 kHz), Fast (400 kHz), and Fast-Plus (1 MHz) I2C protocol, making it versatile for different system requirements. The CAT24C512WE-GT3 features a 128-byte page write buffer and includes hardware write protection for the entire memory, ensuring data integrity and security. The device is designed with low power CMOS technology and offers high reliability with 1,000,000 program/erase cycles and 100-year data retention.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min | Max | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | –65 | +150 | °C |
| Voltage on any Pin with Respect to Ground | –0.5 | +6.5 | V |
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.8 | 5.5 | V |
| Read Current (fSCL = 400 kHz/1 MHz) | 1 | mA | |
| Write Current (VCC = 1.8 V) | 1.8 | mA | |
| Standby Current (TA = –40°C to +85°C) | 2 | μA | |
| Program/Erase Cycles | 1,000,000 | Cycles | |
| Data Retention | 100 | Years | |
| Clock Frequency (Standard) | 100 | kHz | |
| Clock Frequency (Fast) | 400 | kHz | |
| Clock Frequency (Fast-Plus) | 1,000 | kHz |
Key Features
- Supports Standard, Fast, and Fast-Plus I2C Protocol
- 1.8 V to 5.5 V Supply Voltage Range
- 128-Byte Page Write Buffer
- Hardware Write Protection for Entire Memory
- Schmitt Triggers and Noise Suppression Filters on I2C Bus Inputs (SCL and SDA)
- Low Power CMOS Technology
- 1,000,000 Program/Erase Cycles
- 100 Year Data Retention
- Industrial and Extended Temperature Range
- Available in 8-pin PDIP, SOIC, TSSOP, MSOP, 8-pad UDFN, and 8-ball WLCSP Packages
- Pb-Free, Halogen Free/BFR Free, and RoHS Compliant
- On-Chip ECC (Error Correction Code) for high reliability applications
Applications
The CAT24C512WE-GT3 is suitable for a wide range of applications requiring non-volatile memory, including:
- Industrial Control Systems
- Automotive Systems
- Medical Devices
- Consumer Electronics
- Communication Devices
- Any system requiring reliable and durable non-volatile memory
Q & A
- What is the storage capacity of the CAT24C512WE-GT3?
The CAT24C512WE-GT3 has a storage capacity of 512 kb, organized as 65,536 words of 8 bits each.
- What I2C protocols does the CAT24C512WE-GT3 support?
The device supports Standard (100 kHz), Fast (400 kHz), and Fast-Plus (1 MHz) I2C protocols.
- What is the supply voltage range for the CAT24C512WE-GT3?
The supply voltage range is from 1.8 V to 5.5 V.
- How many program/erase cycles can the CAT24C512WE-GT3 endure?
The device can endure up to 1,000,000 program/erase cycles.
- What is the data retention period of the CAT24C512WE-GT3?
The data retention period is 100 years.
- What types of packages are available for the CAT24C512WE-GT3?
The device is available in 8-pin PDIP, SOIC, TSSOP, MSOP, 8-pad UDFN, and 8-ball WLCSP packages.
- Is the CAT24C512WE-GT3 RoHS compliant?
- How does the hardware write protection work on the CAT24C512WE-GT3?
Write operations can be inhibited by taking the WP pin High, which protects the entire memory.
- What is the purpose of the on-chip ECC in the CAT24C512WE-GT3?
The on-chip ECC (Error Correction Code) makes the device suitable for high reliability applications by correcting one bit error in 4 data bytes.
- Can multiple CAT24C512WE-GT3 devices be connected to the same I2C bus?
