Overview
The M24512-DRMF3TG/K is an Automotive grade 512-Kbit serial EEPROM device produced by STMicroelectronics. This device operates up to 125 °C and is compliant with the high reliability standards defined by the Automotive AEC-Q100 grade 1. It features a simple serial I²C compatible interface that can run up to 1 MHz. The memory array is based on advanced true EEPROM technology, organized as 64 K × 8 bits, which translates to 512 pages of 128 bytes each. The device also includes an additional Identification Page for storing sensitive application parameters, which can be permanently locked in read-only mode.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory Capacity | 512 Kbit (64 Kbyte) |
| Page Size | 128 bytes |
| I²C Bus Compatibility | 1 MHz, 400 kHz, 100 kHz |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 °C to 125 °C |
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.7 V to 5.5 V |
| Write Cycle Time | Byte Write: 4 ms, Page Write: 4 ms |
| Write Cycle Endurance | 4 million cycles at 25 °C, 1.2 million cycles at 85 °C, 600 k cycles at 125 °C |
| Data Retention | 50 years at 125 °C, 100 years at 25 °C |
| ESD Protection | 4000 V (Human Body Model) |
| Packages | TSSOP-8, SO8, WFDFPN-8 |
| RoHS Compliance | RoHS compliant and halogen-free (ECOPACK2®) |
Key Features
- Compatible with all I²C bus modes (1 MHz, 400 kHz, 100 kHz)
- Memory array: 512 Kbit (64 Kbyte) of EEPROM
- Additional Write lockable Identification Page (128 bytes)
- Extended temperature and voltage ranges (-40 °C to 125 °C; 1.7 V to 5.5 V)
- Schmitt trigger inputs for noise filtering
- Short Write cycle time: Byte Write within 4 ms, Page Write within 4 ms
- High write cycle endurance
- Long data retention: 50 years at 125 °C, 100 years at 25 °C
- ESD protection (Human Body Model): 4000 V
- RoHS compliant and halogen-free packages (ECOPACK2®)
Applications
The M24512-DRMF3TG/K is designed for use in automotive and other high-reliability applications where data integrity and durability are critical. It is suitable for various automotive systems, including but not limited to:
- Automotive control units
- Sensor calibration data storage
- Configuration and parameter storage
- Industrial control systems requiring high reliability and temperature stability
Q & A
- What is the memory capacity of the M24512-DRMF3TG/K?
The M24512-DRMF3TG/K has a memory capacity of 512 Kbit (64 Kbyte) organized as 512 pages of 128 bytes each.
- What are the operating temperature and voltage ranges of the M24512-DRMF3TG/K?
The device operates within a temperature range of -40 °C to 125 °C and a supply voltage range of 1.7 V to 5.5 V.
- What is the write cycle endurance of the M24512-DRMF3TG/K?
The write cycle endurance is 4 million cycles at 25 °C, 1.2 million cycles at 85 °C, and 600 k cycles at 125 °C.
- How long does the data retention last for the M24512-DRMF3TG/K?
The data retention is 50 years at 125 °C and 100 years at 25 °C.
- What kind of ESD protection does the M24512-DRMF3TG/K offer?
The device offers ESD protection of 4000 V according to the Human Body Model.
- Is the M24512-DRMF3TG/K RoHS compliant?
Yes, the M24512-DRMF3TG/K is RoHS compliant and halogen-free (ECOPACK2®).
- What are the available package types for the M24512-DRMF3TG/K?
The available package types are TSSOP-8, SO8, and WFDFPN-8.
- What is the purpose of the Identification Page in the M24512-DRMF3TG/K?
The Identification Page is used to store sensitive application parameters and can be permanently locked in read-only mode.
- How does the M24512-DRMF3TG/K ensure data integrity?
The device significantly improves data integrity with an embedded Error Correction Code logic.
- What are some typical applications for the M24512-DRMF3TG/K?
Typical applications include automotive control units, sensor calibration data storage, configuration and parameter storage, and industrial control systems.
