Overview
The M93S56-WMN6P is an Electrically Erasable Programmable Memory (EEPROM) device manufactured by STMicroelectronics. This component is part of the M93S46, M93S56, and M93S66 series, which are organized as 64, 128, or 256 words, with each word being 16 bits. The device is accessed through the MICROWIRE bus serial interface, making it suitable for applications requiring serial data storage and retrieval.
The M93S56-WMN6P operates within a supply voltage range of 2.5 V to 5.5 V and can function over an ambient temperature range of -40 °C to +85 °C, ensuring reliability in various environmental conditions.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory Capacity | 2 Kbit (128 words of 16 bits each) |
| Supply Voltage | 2.5 V to 5.5 V |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 °C to +85 °C |
| Interface | MICROWIRE bus serial interface |
| Write Cycle Time | Within 5 ms (byte or page write) |
| Write Cycles | More than 4 million cycles |
| Data Retention | More than 200 years |
| High-Speed Clock | Up to 2 MHz |
| Packages | SO8 ECOPACK, TSSOP8 ECOPACK, PDIP8 ECOPACK |
Key Features
- Compatible with MICROWIRE bus serial interface
- Memory array organized by word (16 bits), with pages of 4 words
- Byte and page write capabilities within 5 ms
- Ready/busy signal during programming
- User-defined write-protected area
- High-speed clock up to 2 MHz
- Single supply voltage operation from 2.5 V to 5.5 V
- Enhanced ESD protection
- More than 4 million write cycles and over 200 years of data retention
Applications
The M93S56-WMN6P is suitable for a variety of applications that require non-volatile memory with serial access. These include:
- Industrial control systems
- Automotive systems
- Consumer electronics
- Medical devices
- Any system requiring small amounts of non-volatile data storage with serial interface
Q & A
- What is the memory capacity of the M93S56-WMN6P?
The M93S56-WMN6P has a memory capacity of 2 Kbit, organized as 128 words of 16 bits each.
- What is the operating voltage range of the M93S56-WMN6P?
The device operates within a supply voltage range of 2.5 V to 5.5 V.
- What is the operating temperature range of the M93S56-WMN6P?
The device can function over an ambient temperature range of -40 °C to +85 °C.
- What interface does the M93S56-WMN6P use?
The device uses the MICROWIRE bus serial interface.
- How long does a write cycle take for the M93S56-WMN6P?
A write cycle, whether byte or page write, takes within 5 ms.
- What is the maximum number of write cycles for the M93S56-WMN6P?
The device can endure more than 4 million write cycles.
- How long does the data retain in the M93S56-WMN6P?
The data retention is more than 200 years.
- What is the maximum clock speed for the M93S56-WMN6P?
The high-speed clock can operate up to 2 MHz.
- What packages are available for the M93S56-WMN6P?
The device is available in SO8 ECOPACK, TSSOP8 ECOPACK, and PDIP8 ECOPACK packages.
- Does the M93S56-WMN6P have any protection features?
Yes, the device includes user-defined write-protected areas and enhanced ESD protection.
- How does the M93S56-WMN6P indicate the status of a write cycle?
The device provides a ready/busy signal during programming, with Serial Data Output (Q) driven Low while busy and High when the cycle is complete.
