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Microchip 25AA160/25LC160/25C160 Serial EEPROM Datasheet
This document describes the 25AA160, 25LC160 and 25C160 16‑Kbit SPI serial EEPROM family. It includes electrical characteristics, pin descriptions, timing diagrams, and functional operation such as read and write sequences. The devices are offered in 8‑pin PDIP and SOIC packages and support industrial and automotive temperature ranges.
Key features include low‑power GMOS technology, block write protection, high endurance (1 M cycles), long data retention (>200 years), and ESD protection (>4000 V). The datasheet also provides detailed timing diagrams for HOLD, serial input, and serial output operations.
MICROCHIP 25LC160 specifications
| Memory Capacity | 16 Kbit |
|---|---|
| Organization | 2048 × 8‑bit |
| Page Size | 16 bytes |
| Write Current | 3 mA max |
| Read Current | 500 pA typical |
| Standby Current | 500 nA typical |
| Supply Voltage (25AA160) | 1.8 V – 5.5 V |
| Supply Voltage (25LC160) | 2.5 V – 5.5 V |
| Supply Voltage (25C160) | 4.5 V – 5.5 V |
| Temperature Range (Industrial) | -40 °C to +85 °C |
| Write Cycle Time | 5 ms max |
| Endurance | 1 M cycles |
| Data Retention | >200 years |
| ESD Protection | >4000 V |
| Package Types | 8‑pin PDIP, 8‑pin SOIC |
Source: Microchip 25AA160/25LC160/25C160 Serial EEPROM Datasheet
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Questions answered in these manuals
What is the maximum supply voltage for the 25C160 device?
The 25C160 operates from 4.5 V up to 5.5 V.
From: Microchip 25AA160/25LC160/25C160 Serial EEPROM Datasheet
How many bytes can be written in a single page write operation?
Up to 16 bytes can be written in a single page write, provided all bytes are within the same page.
From: Microchip 25AA160/25LC160/25C160 Serial EEPROM Datasheet
What is the maximum clock frequency for the 25AA160A/B and 25LC160A/B devices?
The devices support a maximum SPI clock frequency of 10 MHz.
From: Microchip 25AA160A/B 25LC160A/B Serial EEPROM Datasheet
How many erase/write cycles can the EEPROM endure?
The EEPROMs are rated for up to 1 000 000 erase/write cycles.
From: Microchip 25AA160A/B 25LC160A/B Serial EEPROM Datasheet