M95160-WMN6TP

Product Overview

Category

The M95160-WMN6TP 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, automotive systems, and consumer electronics.

Characteristics

• Non-volatile: The M95160-WMN6TP retains stored data even when power is removed.
• High capacity: This chip has a storage capacity of 16 kilobits (2 kilobytes).
• Serial interface: It uses a serial peripheral interface (SPI) for communication with the host device.
• Low power consumption: The M95160-WMN6TP operates at low voltage levels, making it energy-efficient.
• Wide temperature range: It can function reliably in temperatures ranging from -40°C to +125°C.

Package

The M95160-WMN6TP is available in an industry-standard SOIC-8 package. This package provides mechanical protection and facilitates easy integration into circuit boards.

Essence

The essence of the M95160-WMN6TP lies in its ability to store and retrieve digital information reliably, even in harsh operating conditions.

Packaging/Quantity

These chips are typically sold in reels or tubes, with each reel or tube containing a specific quantity of M95160-WMN6TP chips. The exact quantity may vary depending on the manufacturer's packaging specifications.

Specifications

• Memory capacity: 16 kilobits (2 kilobytes)
• Interface: Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI)
• Supply voltage: 1.8V to 5.5V
• Operating temperature range: -40°C to +125°C
• Write endurance: 4 million write cycles
• Data retention: 200 years

Detailed Pin Configuration

The M95160-WMN6TP chip has eight pins, each serving a specific function:

1. Chip Select (CS): Enables communication with the host device.
2. Serial Clock (SCK): Provides the clock signal for data transfer.
3. Serial Data Input (SI): Receives data from the host device.
4. Serial Data Output (SO): Transmits data to the host device.
5. Write Protect (WP): Allows or prevents write operations.
6. Ground (GND): Connected to the ground reference of the system.
7. Supply Voltage (VCC): Power supply input.
8. Not Connected (NC): No electrical connection.

Functional Features

• High-speed data transfer: The M95160-WMN6TP supports fast data transfer rates, allowing for efficient read and write operations.
• Hardware write protection: The chip includes a write protect pin (WP) that can be used to prevent accidental modification of stored data.
• Error detection and correction: It incorporates error detection and correction mechanisms to ensure data integrity.
• Low power consumption: The M95160-WMN6TP operates at low voltage levels, minimizing power consumption in battery-powered devices.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Compact size and easy integration into electronic circuits.
• Wide operating temperature range enables usage in various environments.
• High data retention and endurance ensure long-term reliability.
• Serial interface simplifies communication with the host device.
• Low power consumption prolongs battery life in portable devices.

Disadvantages

• Limited storage capacity compared to other memory technologies.
• Relatively slower data transfer rate compared to some newer memory technologies.
• Vulnerable to electromagnetic interference (EMI) due to its non-shielded package.

Working Principles

The M95160-WMN6TP utilizes EEPROM technology, which allows for electrically erasing and reprogramming of data. It stores information in a grid of memory cells, with each cell capable of holding a single bit of data. The chip uses a combination of electrical signals and voltage levels to read, write, and erase data from these cells.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The M95160-WMN6TP finds applications in various fields, including:

1. Automotive systems: Used for storing vehicle configuration settings, mileage data, and fault codes.
2. Industrial automation: Employed in programmable logic controllers (PLCs) for storing program code and system parameters.
3. Consumer electronics: Integrated into devices like smart TVs, set-top boxes, and gaming consoles for firmware storage and data logging.
4. Medical devices: Utilized for storing patient records, device configurations, and calibration data in medical equipment.
5. Internet of Things (IoT): Incorporated into IoT devices for data logging, device identification, and secure key storage.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. M95080-WMN6TP: Similar to the M95160-WMN6TP but with half the storage capacity (8 kilobits).
2. M95320-WMN6TP: Offers double the storage capacity