Overview
The CAT25160VE-GT3 is a Serial 16-Kb SPI EEPROM device manufactured by ON Semiconductor. This device is internally organized as 2048x8 bits, providing a robust and reliable solution for non-volatile data storage. It supports the Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) protocol and is designed to operate within a wide supply voltage range of 1.8 V to 5.5 V, making it versatile for various applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min | Max | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | -45 | 130 | °C |
| Storage Temperature | -65 | 150 | °C |
| Voltage on any Pin with Respect to Ground | -0.5 | VCC + 0.5 | V |
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.8 | 5.5 | V |
| Clock Frequency (fSCK) | DC | 20 | MHz |
| Data Setup Time (tSU) | 5 | 20 | ns |
| Data Hold Time (tH) | 5 | 20 | ns |
| SCK High Time (tWH) | 20 | 75 | ns |
| SCK Low Time (tWL) | 20 | 75 | ns |
| Write Cycle Time (tWC) | 5 | 5 | ms |
| Endurance (NEND) | 1,000,000 | Cycles |
Key Features
- SPI Compatibility: Supports SPI modes (0,0) and (1,1) with a clock frequency up to 20 MHz.
- Supply Voltage Range: Operates within a wide supply voltage range of 1.8 V to 5.5 V.
- Page Write Buffer: Features a 32-byte page write buffer.
- Write Protection: Includes software and hardware write protection, including partial and full array protection.
- HOLD Functionality: Allows communication to be paused using the HOLD input.
- Power-On Reset (POR): Incorporates POR circuitry to protect the internal logic against powering up in the wrong state.
Applications
The CAT25160VE-GT3 is suitable for a variety of applications requiring non-volatile data storage, including:
- Consumer Electronics: Such as smart home devices, wearables, and other portable electronics.
- Industrial Automation: For storing configuration data, calibration settings, and other critical parameters.
- Automotive Systems: To store data in automotive control units and other vehicle systems.
- Medical Devices: For storing patient data, device settings, and other vital information.
- IoT Devices: To store configuration data, sensor readings, and other types of data in Internet of Things (IoT) devices.
Q & A
- What is the storage capacity of the CAT25160VE-GT3?
The CAT25160VE-GT3 has a storage capacity of 16 Kb, organized as 2048x8 bits.
- What is the operating voltage range of the CAT25160VE-GT3?
The device operates within a supply voltage range of 1.8 V to 5.5 V.
- What are the supported SPI modes for the CAT25160VE-GT3?
The device supports SPI modes (0,0) and (1,1).
- How many bytes can be written in a single page write operation?
The device features a 32-byte page write buffer.
- What is the maximum clock frequency for the CAT25160VE-GT3?
The maximum clock frequency is 20 MHz.
- Does the CAT25160VE-GT3 have write protection features?
Yes, it includes software and hardware write protection, including partial and full array protection.
- How does the HOLD input function on the CAT25160VE-GT3?
The HOLD input allows communication to be paused by taking HOLD low while SCK is low.
- What is the endurance of the CAT25160VE-GT3?
The device has an endurance of 1,000,000 write cycles.
- What is the write cycle time for the CAT25160VE-GT3?
The write cycle time is 5 ms.
- Does the CAT25160VE-GT3 have Power-On Reset (POR) circuitry?
Yes, it incorporates POR circuitry to protect the internal logic against powering up in the wrong state.
