STMicroelectronics M29W040B Flash Memory User Manual

M29W040B 4 Mbit (512Kb x8, Uniform Block) Low Voltage Single Supply Flash Memory is a single power supply 2.7-3.6V Flash memory with a 55ns access time and 10µs/Byte programming time, supports 8 64K bytes of storage blocks, and embedded byte programming, multi-block/chip erase algorithm, status register polling and toggle bits, erase suspend and resume modes, unlock bypass programming command, low power consumption, 100,000 times/block of program/erase cycles and 20 years of data retention.


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Brand
Numonyx
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
20
File format
PDF
File size
434 KB
Published
10 April, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
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About this manual

This document describes the M29W040B 4 Mbit (512 Kb × 8) low‑voltage single‑supply flash memory. It explains the device architecture, block organization, and the on‑chip Program/Erase controller that handles programming, erasing, and status monitoring. The memory operates from 2.7 V to 3.6 V and supports standard JEDEC bus operations.

The manual provides electrical ratings, timing diagrams, command sequences, and protection features. It lists the available ECOPACK® packages (TSOP32 8 × 20 mm, TSOP32 8 × 14 mm, PLCC32) and gives detailed information on bus read/write cycles, status register bits, and erase‑suspend/resume functionality.

What's inside

  • Summary Description
  • Absolute Maximum Ratings
  • Uniform Block Addresses
  • Signal Descriptions
  • Bus Operations
  • Command Interface
  • Commands
  • Status Register

Specifications

Supply Voltage2.7 V to 3.6 V
Access Time55 ns
Memory Size4 Mbit (512 Kb × 8)
Number of Memory Blocks8 uniform 64 KB blocks
Program/Erase Endurance100,000 cycles per block
Data Retention20 years
Package TypesTSOP32 (8 × 20 mm), TSOP32 (8 × 14 mm), PLCC32, ECOPACK®

Frequently asked questions

What is the supply voltage range for the M29W040B?

The device operates from 2.7 V to 3.6 V.

How many program/erase cycles can each block endure?

Each memory block is rated for 100,000 program/erase cycles.

What package options are available for the M29W040B?

It is available in TSOP32 (8 × 20 mm), TSOP32 (8 × 14 mm), PLCC32, and ECOPACK® lead‑free packages.

What is the typical access time of the device?

The access time is specified as 55 ns.

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