Overview
The FM25CL64B-G is a 64-kilobit nonvolatile memory employing an advanced ferroelectric process, known as F-RAM (Ferroelectric Random Access Memory). This component offers high-speed and reliable data storage, making it an ideal replacement for serial EEPROM or flash memory. It features rapid write operations at bus speed, 151 years of data retention, and an endurance of 100 million times more write cycles than EEPROM.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory Size | 64 Kbits |
| Memory Organization | 8,192 x 8 bits |
| Interface | Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) |
| SPI Modes | Mode 0 (0, 0) and Mode 3 (1, 1) |
| Frequency | Up to 20 MHz |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Data Retention | 151 years |
| Write Endurance | 10^14 read/write cycles |
| Active Current at 1 MHz | 200 µA |
| Standby Current | 3 µA (typ) |
Key Features
- High-endurance with 10^14 read/write cycles, 100 million times 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 up to 20 MHz frequency.
- Drop-in replacement for EEPROM/flash, leveraging high-speed SPI bus for enhanced write capability.
- Low power consumption with 200 µA active current at 1 MHz and 3 µA (typ) standby current.
Applications
- Data collection applications where frequent or rapid writes are critical.
- Industrial controls requiring high reliability and fast write times to prevent data loss.
- Any application needing a high-speed, nonvolatile memory solution with low power consumption.
Q & A
- What is the memory size of the FM25CL64B-G? The memory size is 64 Kbits, organized as 8,192 x 8 bits.
- What interface does the FM25CL64B-G use? It uses the Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI).
- What are the supported SPI modes? It supports SPI Mode 0 (0, 0) and Mode 3 (1, 1).
- What is the maximum frequency of the SPI interface? The maximum frequency is up to 20 MHz.
- What is the operating temperature range of the FM25CL64B-G? The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C.
- How long does the data retention last? The data retention lasts for 151 years.
- What is the write endurance of the FM25CL64B-G? It has a write endurance of 10^14 read/write cycles.
- Is the FM25CL64B-G a drop-in replacement for EEPROM/flash? Yes, it is designed as a drop-in replacement for serial EEPROM or flash memory.
- What are the typical power consumption values? The active current at 1 MHz is 200 µA, and the standby current is 3 µA (typ).
- What are some common applications for the FM25CL64B-G? Common applications include data collection, industrial controls, and any application requiring high-speed, nonvolatile memory with low power consumption).
