24LC04B-I/MS

Product Overview

Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)

Use: The 24LC04B-I/MS is a 4K-bit serial Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM) IC. It is commonly used for non-volatile data storage in various electronic devices.

Characteristics: - Serial interface - Low power consumption - High reliability - Small form factor - Wide operating voltage range

Package: The 24LC04B-I/MS is available in a surface mount package, specifically the MSOP-8 (Mini Small Outline Package) variant.

Essence: This IC provides a compact and reliable solution for storing small amounts of data in electronic devices.

Packaging/Quantity: The 24LC04B-I/MS is typically sold in reels or tubes, with a quantity of 2500 units per reel/tube.

Specifications

• Memory Size: 4K bits (512 bytes)
• Interface: I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit)
• Operating Voltage Range: 1.7V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Write Endurance: 1,000,000 cycles
• Data Retention: 200 years

Detailed Pin Configuration

The 24LC04B-I/MS has a total of 8 pins arranged as follows:

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Pin Description: 1. VCC: Power supply voltage input 2. SDA: Serial Data Line (I2C) 3. SCL: Serial Clock Line (I2C) 4. WP: Write Protect (optional) 5. GND: Ground 6. NC: No Connection 7. NC: No Connection 8. VSS: Ground

Functional Features

• Byte-wise Read and Write operations
• Random and Sequential Read modes
• Software write protection (WP pin)
• Self-timed programming cycle
• Hardware write protection (block protect)

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Small form factor allows for space-efficient designs - Low power consumption extends battery life in portable devices - High reliability ensures data integrity over long periods - Wide operating voltage range provides compatibility with various systems

Disadvantages: - Limited storage capacity (4K bits) may not be sufficient for certain applications - Slower write speed compared to some other memory technologies

Working Principles

The 24LC04B-I/MS utilizes an I2C interface for communication with the host device. It employs a combination of electrically erasable and programmable memory cells to store data. The IC can be written to or read from using specific commands sent over the I2C bus.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The 24LC04B-I/MS finds application in a wide range of electronic devices, including but not limited to: - Consumer electronics (e.g., TVs, set-top boxes, remote controls) - Automotive electronics (e.g., infotainment systems, instrument clusters) - Industrial control systems - Medical devices - Smart home automation

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

Some alternative models that offer similar functionality to the 24LC04B-I/MS include: - AT24C04 by Atmel - CAT24C04 by ON Semiconductor - M24C04 by STMicroelectronics - 24AA04 by Microchip Technology

These alternative models provide comparable features and can be considered as substitutes for the 24LC04B-I/MS in various applications.

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