CAT1021YI-25-GT3

Product Overview

Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)

Use: The CAT1021YI-25-GT3 is a programmable memory device used for storing and retrieving digital information in electronic systems.

Characteristics: - Non-volatile memory - Low power consumption - High reliability - Small form factor - Wide operating temperature range

Package: The CAT1021YI-25-GT3 is available in a small surface-mount package, making it suitable for compact electronic devices.

Essence: The essence of the CAT1021YI-25-GT3 lies in its ability to provide non-volatile memory storage with low power consumption and high reliability.

Packaging/Quantity: The CAT1021YI-25-GT3 is typically packaged in reels or tubes, with a quantity of 2500 units per reel/tube.

Specifications

• Memory Size: 1 kilobit (128 bytes)
• Operating Voltage: 2.7V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Write Endurance: 1 million cycles
• Data Retention: 100 years
• Interface: Serial I2C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The CAT1021YI-25-GT3 has a total of 8 pins, which are as follows:

1. VCC: Power supply voltage input
2. GND: Ground reference
3. SDA: Serial data input/output pin for I2C communication
4. SCL: Serial clock input for I2C communication
5. WP: Write protect pin for enabling/disabling write operations
6. A0: Address bit 0 for device addressing
7. A1: Address bit 1 for device addressing
8. NC: No connection (unused pin)

Functional Features

• Non-volatile storage: The CAT1021YI-25-GT3 retains stored data even when power is removed.
• I2C interface: Allows for easy integration with microcontrollers and other digital devices.
• Write protection: The WP pin can be used to prevent accidental modification of stored data.
• High endurance: The device supports up to 1 million write cycles, ensuring long-term reliability.
• Low power consumption: The CAT1021YI-25-GT3 operates with minimal power requirements, making it suitable for battery-powered applications.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Non-volatile memory ensures data retention even during power loss. - Small form factor allows for integration in space-constrained designs. - Wide operating temperature range enables usage in various environments. - High endurance provides long-lasting performance. - Low power consumption prolongs battery life in portable devices.

Disadvantages: - Limited memory size may not be sufficient for certain applications requiring larger storage capacity. - Serial I2C interface may have slower data transfer rates compared to parallel interfaces.

Working Principles

The CAT1021YI-25-GT3 utilizes non-volatile memory technology to store digital information. It employs an I2C interface for communication with external devices. When powered on, the device can be accessed by a microcontroller or other digital system to read from or write to its memory cells. The stored data remains intact even when power is removed, ensuring reliable data retention.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The CAT1021YI-25-GT3 finds application in various electronic systems, including but not limited to: - Consumer electronics - Industrial automation - Automotive electronics - Medical devices - Internet of Things (IoT) devices

In consumer electronics, it can be used for storing user settings, calibration data, or firmware updates. In industrial automation, it can store configuration parameters for control systems. Automotive electronics can utilize it for storing vehicle-specific data or firmware. Medical devices can benefit from its non-volatile memory for storing patient information or device settings. IoT devices can use it for data logging or configuration storage.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. CAT1021LI-25-GT3: Similar to the CAT1021YI-25-GT3, but with a lower operating voltage range of 1.8V to 5.5V.
2. CAT1021WI-28-GT3: Offers a larger memory size of 4 kilobits (512 bytes) while maintaining similar characteristics and pin configuration.
3. CAT1021ZI-30-GT3: Provides a higher operating temperature range of -40°C to +125°C, suitable for extreme environments.

These alternative models offer different specifications and features to cater to specific application requirements.

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