N25Q256A13ESF40G

Product Overview

• Category: Non-volatile Memory
• Use: Data storage and retrieval in electronic devices
• Characteristics: High capacity, fast read/write speeds, low power consumption
• Package: Surface mount package (SOIC)
• Essence: Flash memory chip
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in reels of 2500 units

Specifications

• Memory Capacity: 256 Megabits (32 Megabytes)
• Interface: Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI)
• Operating Voltage: 2.7V - 3.6V
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
• Read Speed: Up to 108 MHz
• Write Speed: Up to 54 MHz
• Erase Time: Sector erase time of 100ms, block erase time of 1s

Pin Configuration

The N25Q256A13ESF40G has a total of 8 pins:

1. Chip Select (/CS)
2. Serial Clock (SCLK)
3. Serial Data Input (SI)
4. Serial Data Output (SO)
5. Write Protect (/WP)
6. Hold (/HOLD)
7. Ground (GND)
8. Power Supply (VCC)

Functional Features

• High-speed data transfer with SPI interface
• Efficient sector and block erase operations
• Low power consumption in standby mode
• Hardware write protection for data security
• Reliable operation in extreme temperature conditions

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Large storage capacity for data-intensive applications - Fast read and write speeds enhance overall system performance - Low power consumption prolongs battery life in portable devices - Secure write protection prevents accidental data modification - Wide operating temperature range allows usage in various environments

Disadvantages: - Limited endurance compared to other non-volatile memory technologies - Relatively higher cost per unit compared to traditional storage solutions - Requires additional circuitry for interfacing with the host device

Working Principles

The N25Q256A13ESF40G utilizes flash memory technology to store and retrieve data. It employs a Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) for communication with the host device. The chip is organized into sectors and blocks, allowing efficient erasure and modification of data. The SPI interface enables high-speed data transfer between the chip and the host, facilitating quick read and write operations.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The N25Q256A13ESF40G finds applications in various electronic devices that require non-volatile memory for data storage and retrieval. Some potential application fields include:

1. Consumer Electronics: Smartphones, tablets, digital cameras
2. Automotive: Infotainment systems, instrument clusters
3. Industrial: Embedded systems, control units, data loggers
4. Networking: Routers, switches, network storage devices
5. Medical: Patient monitoring devices, diagnostic equipment

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. N25Q128A13EF840E - 128 Megabit capacity, similar specifications
2. N25Q512A13EF840F - 512 Megabit capacity, similar specifications
3. N25Q256A13EF840G - 256 Megabit capacity, extended temperature range

These alternative models offer different memory capacities and temperature ranges while maintaining similar specifications to the N25Q256A13ESF40G.

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