Overview
The M93C46-WBN6 is an electrically erasable programmable memory (EEPROM) device manufactured by STMicroelectronics. This component is part of the M93C series, which includes various memory sizes, with the M93C46 specifically offering 1 Kbit of memory. The device is accessed through the industry-standard MICROWIRE™ bus protocol and can be configured either in bytes (x8) or words (x16). It operates within a voltage supply range of 2.5 V to 5.5 V and is designed for a wide range of applications requiring non-volatile memory.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory Type | EEPROM |
| Memory Size | 1 Kbit (128 x 8 or 64 x 16) |
| Memory Interface | MICROWIRE™ / SPI |
| Clock Frequency | 2 MHz |
| Voltage Supply | 2.5 V to 5.5 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Package | 8-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm), SO8N, TSSOP8, DFN8 |
| Write Cycle Time | 5 ms |
| Write Cycles | More than 4 million |
| Data Retention | More than 200 years |
| ESD/Latch-up Behavior | Enhanced |
Key Features
- Industry standard MICROWIRE™ bus
- Single supply voltage: 2.5 V to 5.5 V
- 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
- More than 200-year data retention
- ECOPACK2 (RoHS compliant) and halogen-free packages
Applications
The M93C46-WBN6 is suitable for a variety of applications that require non-volatile memory, including:
- Industrial control systems
- Consumer electronics
- Automotive systems
- Medical devices
- Any system needing to store configuration data or parameters that must be retained even when power is turned off.
Q & A
- What is the memory size of the M93C46-WBN6?
The M93C46-WBN6 has a memory size of 1 Kbit, which can be configured as 128 bytes (x8) or 64 words (x16).
- What is the operating voltage range of the M93C46-WBN6?
The device operates within a voltage supply range of 2.5 V to 5.5 V.
- What is the clock frequency of the M93C46-WBN6?
The clock frequency is 2 MHz.
- What is the write cycle time for the M93C46-WBN6?
The write cycle time is 5 ms, including auto-erase.
- How many write cycles can the M93C46-WBN6 endure?
The device can endure more than 4 million write cycles.
- What is the data retention period of the M93C46-WBN6?
The data retention period is more than 200 years.
- What types of packages are available for the M93C46-WBN6?
The device is available in 8-DIP, SO8N, TSSOP8, and DFN8 packages.
- Is the M93C46-WBN6 RoHS compliant?
- What is the operating temperature range of the M93C46-WBN6?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C.
- Does the M93C46-WBN6 have any special signals during programming?
- What is the operating temperature range of the M93C46-WBN6?
