Overview
The M93C56-WDW6TP is an electrically erasable programmable memory (EEPROM) device produced by STMicroelectronics. This component is part of the M93Cx6 series, which includes devices with various memory sizes, such as 1 Kbit, 2 Kbit, 4 Kbit, 8 Kbit, and 16 Kbit. The M93C56-WDW6TP specifically offers 2 Kbit of memory, configurable either in bytes (x8b) or in words (x16b). It operates using the industry-standard MICROWIRE™ bus protocol.
The device is designed to operate within a voltage supply range of 2.5 V to 5.5 V and supports a clock frequency of up to 2 MHz. It is suitable for a wide range of ambient temperatures, from -40 °C to +85 °C.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory Size | 2 Kbit (256 bytes or 128 words) |
| Bus Protocol | MICROWIRE™ |
| Supply Voltage | 2.5 V to 5.5 V |
| Clock Frequency | Up to 2 MHz |
| Ambient Temperature Range | -40 °C to +85 °C |
| Organization | Byte (x8b) or Word (x16b) |
| Programming Cycle Time | 5 ms (self-timed with auto-erase) |
| Write Cycles | More than 4 million |
| Data Retention | More than 200 years |
| Package Types | DFN8, SO8N, TSSOP8 |
| ESD/Latch-up Behavior | Enhanced |
Key Features
- Industry standard MICROWIRE™ bus protocol
- Single supply voltage: 2.5 V to 5.5 V
- Dual organization: byte (x8b) or word (x16b)
- 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 M93C56-WDW6TP is suitable for a variety of applications where non-volatile memory is required, such as:
- Industrial control systems
- Automotive systems
- Consumer electronics
- Medical devices
- Communication devices
- Any system requiring small amounts of non-volatile memory for configuration, calibration, or data storage.
Q & A
- What is the memory size of the M93C56-WDW6TP?
The M93C56-WDW6TP has a memory size of 2 Kbit, which can be configured as 256 bytes or 128 words.
- What bus protocol does the M93C56-WDW6TP use?
The M93C56-WDW6TP uses the industry-standard MICROWIRE™ bus protocol.
- What is the operating voltage range of the M93C56-WDW6TP?
The device operates within a voltage supply range of 2.5 V to 5.5 V.
- What is the maximum clock frequency supported by the M93C56-WDW6TP?
The device supports a clock frequency of up to 2 MHz.
- What is the ambient temperature range for the M93C56-WDW6TP?
The device operates over an ambient temperature range of -40 °C to +85 °C.
- How many write cycles can the M93C56-WDW6TP endure?
The device can endure more than 4 million write cycles.
- What is the data retention period of the M93C56-WDW6TP?
The device has a data retention period of more than 200 years.
- What types of packages are available for the M93C56-WDW6TP?
The device is available in DFN8, SO8N, and TSSOP8 packages.
- Is the M93C56-WDW6TP RoHS compliant?
- What is the purpose of the READY/BUSY signal in the M93C56-WDW6TP?
The READY/BUSY signal indicates the status of the programming cycle.
