This article is here to help you with every important detail you need to know about the MICROCHIP AT24C64D-SSHM-T. it is an EEPROM designed to help improve the data storage in circuit boards.
In this article, you are going to learn what an EEPROM is, its advantages and the technical specifications for the MICROCHIP AT24C64D-SSHM-T EEPROM
What is an EEPROM?
First, let us understand what the acronym means. EEPROM stands for Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory. According to Wikipedia, an EEPROM helps in the storage of specific data without taking up much space.
One of the outstanding features of an EEPROM is its erasing feature. Digital designers can take advantage of this to do away with bytes of data that are either not relevant to the design or would cause drastic changes to the overall design.
Background of the MICROCHIP AT24C64D-SSHM-T
MICROCHIP AT24C64D-SSHM-T is an EEPROM under the AT24C64D series. EEPROMs under this series tend to use 2-serial interfaces and compatible with 12C.
Technical Specifications of MICROCHIP AT24C64D-SSHM-T
MICROCHIP AT24C64D-SSHM-T has a wide range of technical specifications. These range from a 1MHz clocking frequency and 8 k x 8 organization.
In the table below, you will find out some of the additional specifications of the MICROCHIP AT24C64D-SSHM-T EEPROM:
| Technical Specifications | Description |
| Access Time | 550 ns |
| Memory Format | EEPROM |
| Type of Memory | Non-volatile |
| Data Retention | 100 years |
| Mounting Type/Style | Surface Mount Technology (SMT) with Surface Mount Devices (SMDs) |
| Operating Temperature (min-max) | – 40˚C ~ + 85˚C |
| Type of Interface | 2-Wire, I2C |
| Maximum Supply Current | 3 mA |
| Product Status | Active |
| Supply Voltage (min-max) | 1.7 volts to 5.5 volts |
| Width | 3.99 mm |
| Operating Supply Current | 2 mA |
Advantages of MICROCHIP AT24C64D-SSHM-T’s EEPROM
Now, let us talk about some of the benefits of using the EEPROM feature embedded inside the MICROCHIP AT24C64D-SSHM-T.
Before that, you need to understand that the method of data storage on the memory is non-volatile, meaning that it may be able to retain the information, even if there is no current or power supply on the circuit.
Here are some of the advantages of MICROCHIP AT24C64D-SSHM-T’s EEPROM:
1. Erasable
The data or information already configured inside the memory can be “wiped” or erased. In addition, the digital designer can be able to reprogram the MICROCHIP AT24C64D-SSHM-T EEPROM with the new information or data.
2. Longer Data Retention
The data inside the MICROCHIP AT24C64D-SSHM-T EEPROM can be retained for long. Unlike the PROM that cannot be erased, that of MICROCHIP AT24C64D-SSHM-T can stay up to 10 years, even if it is not altered.
3. Multiple Applications
The MICROCHIP AT24C64D-SSHM-T EEPROM can also be delegated for use in multiple applications. Some of the common applications are:
- BIOS development, especially in computers.
- Being used as a program storage chip in Microcontrollers (MCU)
- Used for debugging purposes.
Conclusion
The EEPROM is sometimes compared to PROM. The primary difference between the two is that EEPROM can be reprogrammed as many times as possible, especially when the data has been erased. On the other hand, PROM isn’t easy to erase.
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