Encyclopedia Entry: 93C76CT-E/ST

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 endurance
• Package: SOT-23-5 package
• Essence: Stores digital information even when power is removed
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in tape and reel packaging, with a quantity of 3000 units per reel

Specifications

• Memory Size: 8 kilobits (1 kilobyte)
• Organization: 1024 x 8 bits
• Supply Voltage: 2.5V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Write Cycle Endurance: 1 million cycles
• Data Retention: 200 years

Detailed Pin Configuration

The 93C76CT-E/ST IC has the following pin configuration:

| Pin Number | Pin Name | Description | |------------|----------|-------------| | 1 | CS | Chip Select | | 2 | DI | Data Input | | 3 | DO | Data Output | | 4 | CLK | Clock Input | | 5 | VCC | Supply Voltage |

Functional Features

• Supports serial communication protocol
• Provides byte-level read and write operations
• Offers software and hardware protection mechanisms
• Implements a sequential read mode for efficient data retrieval
• Supports partial page programming for faster write operations

Advantages

• Compact size allows for integration into space-constrained designs
• Low power consumption extends battery life in portable devices
• High data retention ensures long-term storage of critical information
• Wide operating voltage range enables compatibility with various systems
• High endurance withstands frequent write operations

Disadvantages

• Limited memory size may not be suitable for applications requiring larger storage capacity
• Serial communication protocol may result in slower data transfer rates compared to parallel interfaces

Working Principles

The 93C76CT-E/ST is based on EEPROM technology, which utilizes floating-gate transistors to store digital information. When a write operation is performed, an electric charge is trapped in the floating gate, altering the transistor's behavior and storing the desired data. The stored information can be read back by applying appropriate voltage levels to the IC's pins.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The 93C76CT-E/ST IC finds application in various fields, including: 1. Automotive electronics: Used for storing configuration settings, calibration data, and fault codes in automotive control units. 2. Consumer electronics: Employed in devices such as smart TVs, set-top boxes, and gaming consoles for storing user preferences, firmware updates, and encryption keys. 3. Industrial automation: Utilized in programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and industrial sensors for storing program code, configuration parameters, and historical data. 4. Medical devices: Integrated into medical equipment for storing patient data, device settings, and software updates. 5. Internet of Things (IoT): Incorporated into IoT devices for storing sensor data, network credentials, and firmware upgrades.

Detailed Alternative Models

Other alternative models that offer similar functionality to the 93C76CT-E/ST include: - 93C66CT-E/ST: 4 kilobits (512 bytes) memory size - 93C86CT-E/ST: 16 kilobits (2 kilobytes) memory size - 25AA080D-I/SN: 8 kilobits (1 kilobyte) memory size, SPI interface - AT24C08AN-10SU-2.7: 8 kilobits (1 kilobyte) memory size, I2C interface

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