The FM24C16A is a 16-kilobit nonvolatile memory employing an advanced ferroelectric process. It provides reliable data retention for over 45 years while eliminating the complexities, overhead, and system level reliability problems caused by EEPROM and other nonvolatile memories. Unlike serial EEPROMs, the FM24C16A performs write operations at bus speed. No write delays are incurred. The next bus cycle may commence immediately without the need for data polling. The FM24C16A is also available in an 8-pin SOIC (-S) package and a "Green" 8-pin SOIC (-G) package.
The FM24C16A is a 16‑kilobit ferroelectric non‑volatile memory that uses a standard two‑wire serial interface. It offers high endurance (10¹² read/write cycles) and long data retention (45 years) while operating from a 5 V supply.
The device is supplied in 8‑pin SOIC packages (standard and “green”) and is rated for industrial temperature ranges from –40 °C to +85 °C. Electrical specifications include a maximum bus frequency of 1 MHz, 150 µA active current at 100 kHz, and 10 µA standby current.
| Memory size | 16 Kb (2,048 × 8 bits) |
|---|---|
| Endurance | 10¹² read/write cycles |
| Data retention | 45 years |
| Operating voltage | 5 V |
| Active current (100 kHz) | 150 µA |
| Standby current | 10 µA |
| Operating temperature range | -40 °C to +85 °C |
| Maximum bus frequency | 1 MHz |
| Package type | 8‑pin SOIC (standard and green) |
The FM24C16A can sustain up to 10¹² read/write cycles.
Data is retained for 45 years.
The standby current is 10 µA.
The device supports a maximum two‑wire bus frequency of 1 MHz.