The 24LC04BT-I/SN is a popular IC (Integrated Circuit) component manufactured by Microchip Technology. It belongs to the 24LC series of Serial EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory) chips. This specific model, the 24LC04BT-I/SN, offers a range of features that make it suitable for various applications. Here is a brief overview of this component and its key features:
1. Memory Capacity: The 24LC04BT-I/SN has a total memory capacity of 4 kilobits (kb). It is organized as 512 bytes, split across four separate memory banks.
2. Low Power Consumption: This IC component is designed to operate at ultra-low power levels, making it suitable for battery-powered devices and other energy-efficient applications.
3. I2C Interface: The 24LC04BT-I/SN utilizes the widely-used I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) interface, allowing for easy integration with other devices and microcontrollers. It follows the I2C protocol, which supports both serial data (SDA) and serial clock (SCL) lines.
4. High-Speed Performance: This IC offers high-speed data transfer rates of up to 400 kHz during the I2C communication, allowing for efficient data read and write operations.
5. Built-in Write Protection: The 24LC04BT-I/SN includes a hardware-based write protection mechanism to safeguard the stored data
