The M41T56MH6F is an integrated circuit (IC) component developed by STMicroelectronics. It is a low-power, I²C bus-compatible real-time clock (RTC) module with built-in memory.
Key features of the M41T56MH6F include:
1. Low power consumption: The IC operates with a very low power supply voltage (1.8V to 5.5V) and consumes minimal power during normal operation, making it highly energy-efficient.
2. Real-time clock functionality: The M41T56MH6F provides accurate timekeeping with a programmable countdown timer, alarm functionality, and support for leap year calculations. It includes a 32.768 kHz quartz crystal oscillator for precise timekeeping.
3. Wide temperature range: The IC is designed to operate reliably across a wide temperature range, from -40°C to +85°C, making it suitable for various applications, including industrial and automotive.
4. I²C bus compatibility: The M41T56MH6F utilizes the I²C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) serial bus interface, allowing for easy communication with microcontrollers or other ICs. It supports standard, fast, and high-speed modes, making it versatile in various system configurations.
5. Non-volatile memory: The IC incorporates 4096 bytes of non-volatile electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM)