Description

The 24C16A is an electronic component model that belongs to the category of IC chips. It is a type of serial electrically erasable and programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) that provides 16384 bits of memory organized as 2048 words of 8 bits each. It is optimized for use in industrial and commercial applications where low-power and low-voltage operation is essential. The device is available in several packages and can be accessed via a two-wire serial interface.

Specifications and features

Here are the specifications and features of the 24C16A:

• Low-voltage and Standard-voltage Operation
• 2.7V (VCC = 2.7V to 5.5V)
• 1.8V (VCC = 1.8V to 5.5V)
• Internally Organized 2048 x 8 (16K)
• Two-wire Serial Interface
• Schmitt Trigger, Filtered Inputs for Noise Suppression
• Bidirectional Data Transfer Protocol
• 100 kHz (1.8V) and 400 kHz (2.7V, 5V) Compatibility
• Write Protect Pin for Hardware Data Protection
• 8-byte Page (1K, 2K), 16-byte Page (4K, 8K, 16K) Write Modes
• Partial Page Writes Allowed
• Self-timed Write Cycle (5 ms max)
• High-reliability
• Endurance: 1 Million Write Cycles
• Data Retention: 100 Years
• Automotive Devices Available
• Available in several packages including 8-lead JEDEC PDIP, 8-lead JEDEC SOIC, 8-lead Ultra Thin Mini-MAP (MLP 2x3), 5-lead SOT23, 8-lead TSSOP, and 8-ball dBGA2 Packages

Application Scenarios

The 24C16A can be used for various industrial and commercial purposes where low-power and low-voltage operation is required. It is ideal for use in automotive applications as well.

Comparison

• Low voltage and power consumption make it ideal for battery-powered devices
• High-reliability with 1 million write cycles and data retention of 100 years
• Multiple package options available for a variety of applications

• The memory size may not be sufficient for some applications
• Limited write modes compared to other EEPROMs
• Cannot be operated beyond the specified voltage range