The IC component 23A256-I/P is a high-performance, low-power, 256-kilobit (32-kilobyte) serial electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM). It is manufactured by Microchip Technology, a leading provider of semiconductor products.
This IC component offers several key features that make it highly versatile and suitable for various applications. Firstly, it operates on a wide voltage range of 2.5 to 5.5 volts, making it compatible with a wide range of systems. It consumes very low power, making it suitable for battery-powered devices and reducing overall power consumption.
The 23A256-I/P utilizes an industry-standard SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) bus for communication, allowing for easy integration into existing systems. It supports both mode 0 and mode 3 SPI protocols, giving flexibility in data transfer. The IC has a maximum clock frequency of 10 MHz, facilitating fast and efficient data transfer.
With a memory capacity of 256 kilobits, the IC provides ample storage for critical data, program code, and configuration settings. It offers byte-level and page-level write functionality, allowing for efficient data modification. The 23A256-I/P also features a hardware write protection mechanism, preventing accidental writes and ensuring data integrity.
One notable feature of this IC is its capacity for high endurance. It supports 1,000,000 write cycles, ensuring reliability and longevity in applications that frequently write to and modify the memory
