Description

The CAT25C32VI-1.8 is an IC chip that falls under the category of Electronic component models. It is a 32K/64K-Bit SPI Serial CMOS EEPROM, where EEPROM stands for Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory. This component is used to store data on a long term basis, even when the power is turned off. The CAT25C32VI-1.8 comes with advanced power-saving CMOS technology and features a 64-byte page write buffer.

Specifications and Features

The following are the important specifications and features of CAT25C32VI-1.8:

• 10 MHz SPI compatible
• 1.8 to 6.0 volt operation
• Hardware and software protection
• Low power CMOS technology
• SPI modes (0,0 &1,1)
• Commercial, industrial and automotive temperature ranges
• 1,000,000 program/erase cycles
• 100 year data retention
• Self-timed write cycle
• 8-pin DIP/SOIC, 14-pin TSSOP and 20-pin TSSOP
• 64-Byte page write buffer
• Block write protection
• Protect 1/4, 1/2 or all of EEPROM array

Application Scenarios

The CAT25C32VI-1.8 is widely used in various electronic gadgets like computers, mobile phones, medical equipment, and automotive devices, where storing data on a long term basis is necessary.

Comparison

• Low power consumption due to advanced CMOS technology
• Highly durable with 1,000,000 program/erase cycles
• Varied sizes with 8-pin DIP/SOIC, 14-pin TSSOP and 20-pin TSSOP
• Long data retention time of 100 years

• Not suitable for use in highly complex systems
• Requires an external power source for operation