Overview
The M93C46-RDS6G is an electrically erasable programmable memory (EEPROM) device produced by STMicroelectronics. This component is part of the M93C series, which includes various memory sizes, but the M93C46 specifically offers 1 Kbit of memory. The device is accessed through the MICROWIRE™ bus protocol and can be configured either in bytes (x8) or words (x16).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory Size | 1 Kbit (128 x 8, 64 x 16) |
| Memory Interface | MICROWIRE™ |
| Clock Frequency | Up to 2 MHz |
| Supply Voltage | 1.8 V to 5.5 V (M93Cx6-R), 2.5 V to 5.5 V (M93Cx6-W) |
| Write Cycle Time | 5 ms |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Package | 8-TSSOP, 8-SOIC, DFN8 |
| RoHS Compliance | Ecopack2 (RoHS compliant and halogen-free) |
| Data Retention | More than 200 years |
| Write Cycles | More than 4 million |
Key Features
- Industry standard MICROWIRE™ bus protocol
- Single supply voltage: 1.8 V to 5.5 V (M93Cx6-R), 2.5 V to 5.5 V (M93Cx6-W)
- Dual organization: by word (x16) or byte (x8)
- Programming instructions for byte, word, or entire memory
- Self-timed programming cycle with auto-erase: 5 ms
- READY/BUSY signal during programming
- Sequential read operation
- Enhanced ESD/latch-up behavior
- More than 4 million write cycles and more than 200-year data retention
Applications
The M93C46-RDS6G EEPROM is suitable for a variety of applications where non-volatile memory is required, such as in industrial control systems, automotive electronics, consumer electronics, and medical devices. It is particularly useful in scenarios where data needs to be retained even when power is turned off.
Q & A
- What is the memory size of the M93C46-RDS6G? The M93C46-RDS6G has a memory size of 1 Kbit, organized as either 128 x 8 or 64 x 16.
- What is the memory interface used by the M93C46-RDS6G? The device uses the MICROWIRE™ bus protocol.
- What is the operating voltage range for the M93C46-RDS6G? The operating voltage range is 1.8 V to 5.5 V for M93Cx6-R and 2.5 V to 5.5 V for M93Cx6-W.
- What is the maximum clock frequency for the M93C46-RDS6G? The maximum clock frequency is up to 2 MHz.
- How long does the write cycle take for the M93C46-RDS6G? The write cycle time is 5 ms.
- What is the operating temperature range for the M93C46-RDS6G? The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C.
- What types of packages are available for the M93C46-RDS6G? The device is available in 8-TSSOP, 8-SOIC, and DFN8 packages.
- Is the M93C46-RDS6G RoHS compliant? Yes, it is RoHS compliant and halogen-free (Ecopack2).
- How many write cycles can the M93C46-RDS6G endure? The device can endure more than 4 million write cycles.
- What is the data retention period for the M93C46-RDS6G? The data retention period is more than 200 years.
