Encyclopedia Entry: 93C56A-I/MS

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Non-volatile Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM)
• Characteristics: Small form factor, low power consumption, high data retention, and reprogrammable memory
• Package: MSOP-8 (Mini Small Outline Package)
• Essence: The 93C56A-I/MS is a serial EEPROM IC that provides non-volatile storage for digital systems.
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in reels of 2500 units.

Specifications

• Memory Size: 2 kilobits (256 x 8 bits)
• Interface: Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI)
• Operating Voltage: 1.8V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Write Endurance: 1 million write cycles
• Data Retention: 200 years

Detailed Pin Configuration

The 93C56A-I/MS features an MSOP-8 package with the following pin configuration:

| Pin Number | Pin Name | Description | |------------|----------|-------------| | 1 | CS | Chip Select | | 2 | DO | Data Output | | 3 | GND | Ground | | 4 | NC | Not Connected | | 5 | DI | Data Input | | 6 | CLK | Clock Input | | 7 | VCC | Power Supply | | 8 | NC | Not Connected |

Functional Features

• High-speed SPI interface for efficient data transfer
• Byte-level read and write operations
• Self-timed programming cycle
• Software and hardware write protection options
• Power-saving standby mode
• Built-in error detection and correction mechanisms

Advantages

• Compact size enables integration into space-constrained designs
• Low power consumption prolongs battery life in portable devices
• High data retention ensures long-term reliability
• Reprogrammable memory allows for flexible data storage and updates
• Wide operating voltage range accommodates various system requirements

Disadvantages

• Limited memory capacity may not be suitable for applications requiring larger storage
• Serial interface may introduce additional complexity compared to parallel interfaces
• Relatively slower write speeds compared to other memory technologies

Working Principles

The 93C56A-I/MS utilizes EEPROM technology, which allows for non-volatile storage of digital information. It employs a serial interface based on the SPI protocol, enabling efficient communication with microcontrollers or other digital systems. The IC uses an internal clock to synchronize data transfer and programming operations. The self-timed programming cycle ensures reliable and accurate data storage.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The 93C56A-I/MS finds application in various electronic systems, including but not limited to: 1. Consumer electronics (e.g., smart TVs, set-top boxes) 2. Automotive electronics (e.g., engine control units, infotainment systems) 3. Industrial automation (e.g., programmable logic controllers, sensors) 4. Medical devices (e.g., patient monitoring systems, diagnostic equipment) 5. Communication equipment (e.g., routers, modems)

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. 93C46A-I/MS: 1 kilobit (128 x 8 bits) EEPROM IC with similar features and package.
2. 93C66A-I/MS: 4 kilobits (512 x 8 bits) EEPROM IC with similar features and package.
3. 93C86A-I/MS: 16 kilobits (2048 x 8 bits) EEPROM IC with similar features and package.

Note: The above alternative models are from the same series and offer different memory capacities to suit diverse application requirements.

This encyclopedia entry provides an overview of the 93C56A-I/MS, including its product details, specifications, pin configuration, functional features, advantages, disadvantages, working principles, application field plans, and alternative models.