The IC component 93LC46AT-I/SN is a 1K (128 x 8) Serial Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM) device. It is manufactured by Microchip Technology Inc. and is widely used in various electronic systems that require non-volatile memory.
Key features of the 93LC46AT-I/SN include:
1. Memory Capacity: The IC offers a total memory capacity of 1K bits, organized as 128 words of 8 bits each. This allows for the storage of moderate amounts of user data or configuration settings.
2. Serial Interface: The 93LC46AT-I/SN communicates with the external microcontroller or host system through a simple three-wire serial bus interface. This makes it easy to integrate with a wide range of microcontrollers and other digital devices.
3. High-Speed Performance: The IC component operates at high-speed, enabling fast read and write operations. It supports clock frequencies of up to 5 MHz, allowing for quick data access.
4. Low Power Consumption: With low standby and active current consumption, the 93LC46AT-I/SN is designed to be power-efficient. This makes it suitable for battery-powered devices and applications where reducing power consumption is essential.
5. Write Protection: The IC provides write protection functionality to prevent accidental modifications of stored data. It includes a hardware write-protect pin that can be enabled to safeguard the memory content
