24LC00-I/ST

Product Overview

Category

The 24LC00-I/ST belongs to the category of electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) chips.

Use

This chip is commonly used for non-volatile data storage in various electronic devices, such as microcontrollers, computers, and consumer electronics.

Characteristics

• Electrically erasable: The 24LC00-I/ST can be erased and reprogrammed electronically, making it convenient for updating stored data.
• Non-volatile: The chip retains its stored data even when power is removed.
• Low power consumption: It operates on low power, making it suitable for battery-powered devices.
• High endurance: The chip supports a high number of write and erase cycles, ensuring long-term reliability.

Package

The 24LC00-I/ST is available in a small surface-mount package (ST), which allows for easy integration into compact electronic designs.

Essence

The essence of the 24LC00-I/ST lies in its ability to provide reliable and flexible non-volatile data storage in a compact form factor.

Packaging/Quantity

This chip is typically packaged in reels or tubes, with each reel or tube containing a specific quantity of chips. The exact packaging and quantity may vary depending on the manufacturer.

Specifications

• Memory capacity: 1 kilobit (128 bytes)
• Interface: I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit)
• Operating voltage: 1.7V to 5.5V
• Operating temperature range: -40°C to +85°C
• Write cycle time: 5 ms (maximum)
• Data retention: 200 years (minimum)

Detailed Pin Configuration

The 24LC00-I/ST has a total of 8 pins, each serving a specific function:

1. VCC: Power supply voltage input
2. SDA: Serial data line for I2C communication
3. SCL: Serial clock line for I2C communication
4. WP: Write protect pin (optional)
5. A0: Address bit 0 (for device addressing)
6. A1: Address bit 1 (for device addressing)
7. A2: Address bit 2 (for device addressing)
8. GND: Ground reference

Functional Features

• Random access: The chip allows for random access to any memory location, enabling efficient data retrieval.
• Byte-level read and write operations: Data can be read from or written to individual bytes within the memory array.
• Software write protection: The optional write protect pin (WP) can be used to prevent accidental modification of stored data.
• Sequential read mode: The chip supports sequential read operations, allowing for faster data retrieval.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Compact form factor enables integration into space-constrained designs.
• High endurance ensures long-term reliability.
• Low power consumption makes it suitable for battery-powered devices.
• Flexible addressing options allow for multiple devices to coexist on the same bus.

Disadvantages

• Limited storage capacity compared to other memory technologies.
• Slower write cycle time compared to some other EEPROM chips.
• Relatively higher cost per kilobit compared to larger capacity memory chips.

Working Principles

The 24LC00-I/ST utilizes electrically controlled floating gate transistors to store and retrieve data. When a byte of data is written, an electrical charge is trapped in the floating gate, altering the transistor's behavior. This charge can be removed during the erase operation, allowing the byte to be rewritten.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The 24LC00-I/ST finds applications in various fields, including: 1. Embedded systems: Used for storing configuration data, calibration values, and firmware updates in microcontroller-based systems. 2. Consumer electronics: Employed for storing user settings, preferences, and small data files in devices such as smart TVs, set-top boxes, and audio players. 3. Industrial automation: Utilized for storing production data, machine parameters, and system configurations in industrial control systems. 4. Automotive electronics: Used for storing vehicle-specific data, such as mileage, service history, and user preferences, in automotive electronic control units (ECUs).

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. 24LC01B: Similar to the 24LC00-I/ST but with double the memory capacity (2 kilobits).
2. 24LC02B: Offers four times the memory capacity of the 24LC00-I/ST (4 kilobits).
3. 24LC04B: Provides eight times the memory capacity of the 24LC00-I/ST (8 kilobits).
4. 24LC08B: Offers sixteen times the memory capacity of the 24LC00-I/ST (16 kilobits).

These alternative models provide increased storage capacity