PMC Pm29F004 Datasheet

The Pm29F004 is a 4 Megabit, 5 Volt-only Flash Memory with features including single power supply operation, high performance read, memory blocks architecture, automatic block erase and byte program, hardware data protection, low power consumption, and high product endurance.


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Brand
PMC
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
21
File format
PDF
File size
82 KB
Published
04 June, 2012
Updated
29 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
6B3CAC65DB7FCCF33A9734B0E4D42A44

About this manual

The PMC Pm29F004 is a 4‑Megabit CMOS flash memory that operates from a single 5 V supply, offering low power consumption and fast access. It includes a 16 KB boot block (top or bottom), two 8 KB parameter blocks, one 96 KB main block and three 128 KB main blocks, with a software lockout feature for data security.

The device follows a standard JEDEC pin‑out and is offered in 32‑pin DIP and 32‑pin PLCC packages. It supports byte‑program, block‑erase, and chip‑erase operations, provides Data# polling and Toggle‑Bit status detection, and incorporates hardware data protection to prevent unintended writes.

What's inside

  • Features
  • General Description
  • Pin Descriptions
  • Memory Organization
  • Device Operation
  • Programming and Erase
  • Boot Block Lockout
  • Hardware Data Protection
  • Electrical Characteristics
  • Package Information

Specifications

Memory size4 Megabit (512 K × 8)
Access time70 ns typical, 90 ns max
Standby current0.1 µA typical
Active read current15 mA typical
Program current40 mA typical
Temperature range0 °C to +70 °C (Commercial)
Boot block size16 KB
Parameter block size8 KB each (two blocks)

Frequently asked questions

How many program/erase cycles are guaranteed for the boot block?

The boot block guarantees 10,000 program/erase cycles.

How is the boot block protected from being reprogrammed?

Enabling the software lockout feature permanently protects the boot block from being reprogrammed.

What is the typical standby current of the Pm29F004?

Typical standby current is 0.1 µA.

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