Renesas 71V321L25JG8
- Part No.:
- 71V321L25JG8
- Manufacturer:
- Renesas
- Category:
- Memory
- Package:
- 52-LCC (J-Lead)
- Datasheet:
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71V321L25JG8.pdf
- Description:
- IC SRAM 16KBIT PARALLEL 52PLCC
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Product details
Overview
71V321L25JG8 from Renesas Electronics (formerly IDT) is a high-speed, 3.3V, 2K × 8 dual-port static RAM with on-chip interrupt logic and BUSY arbitration for interprocessor communication. It delivers 25 ns max access time, 325 mW typical active power, and 1 mW typical standby power, and supports battery backup data retention down to 2 V. It is used in real-time embedded systems requiring concurrent memory access by two independent controllers - such as dual-CPU industrial controllers or FPGA+MCU co-processing architectures.
For engineers reviewing the 71V321L25JG8 datasheet, 71V321L25JG8 pinout, 71V321L25JG8 application, or 71V321L25JG8 equivalent, key selection considerations include its dual asynchronous port timing, TTL-compatible 3.3V I/O, integrated INT/BUSY signaling, and PLCC-52 packaging for legacy board compatibility and thermal reliability in industrial temperature range (0°C to +70°C).
Technical Context
The 71V321L25JG8 implements fully independent left/right ports with separate address, control, and bidirectional I/O buses, enabling true asynchronous read/write operations without internal synchronization overhead. Its on-chip arbitration logic uses address and chip-enable matching (not R/W state) to assert BUSYL/BUSYR outputs, preventing simultaneous writes to identical addresses.
Interrupt functionality is implemented via dedicated mailbox addresses (7FEH for INTL, 7FFH for INTR), where write-to-mailbox sets the flag and read-from-mailbox clears it - all using standard SRAM access cycles without additional protocol overhead. The device operates in battery backup mode at 2 V with ≤500 µA retention current, verified per datasheet Table 7.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Memory Organization | 2K × 8 (2048 words × 8 bits); provides 2048-byte shared memory space accessible concurrently from two independent buses. |
| Access Time (max) | 25 ns; enables direct interfacing with 40 MHz bus systems without wait states in high-performance control applications. |
| Supply Voltage | 3.0 V to 3.6 V (typ. 3.3 V); single-supply TTL-compatible operation eliminates level-shifting requirements in mixed-voltage designs. |
| Standby Current | 1 mW typ. (≈300 µA at 3.3 V); supports low-power sleep modes in battery-backed systems while preserving full memory content. |
| Data Retention Voltage | 2.0 V min.; allows use of coin-cell or supercapacitor backup without regulator, reducing BOM count and footprint. |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +70°C (Commercial grade); validated for stable timing and leakage performance across full ambient range. |
| I/O Interface Type | TTL-compatible inputs/outputs; ensures direct connection to legacy microcontrollers, FPGAs, and ASICs without interface logic. |
Pinout & Package
71V321L25JG8 is housed in a 52-pin Plastic Leaded Chip Carrier (PLCC) package with J-lead configuration, measuring approximately 19.05 mm × 19.05 mm × 4.32 mm. The package is lead-free (Green) and RoHS-compliant per ordering code suffix 'G'.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A0L–A10L | Left port address inputs | 11-bit address bus for left-side memory access; supports full 2K addressing without external decoding. |
| A0R–A10R | Right port address inputs | Independent 11-bit address bus for right-side access; enables true parallel address assertion with no shared bus contention. |
| I/O0L–I/O7L | Left port bidirectional data | 8-bit tri-state data path; driven only when CEL = VIL and OEL = VIL (read) or R/WL = VIL (write). |
| I/O0R–I/O7R | Right port bidirectional data | Independent 8-bit data bus; electrically isolated from left port - no internal bus coupling or direction control dependency. |
| CEL / CER | Chip enable (left/right) | Active-low port selection; deassertion (VIH) places respective port in ultra-low-power standby (ISB3 ≤ 0.2 mA). |
| OEL / OER | Output enable (left/right) | Controls output drivers independently; allows one port to drive data while the other remains in high-Z during arbitration. |
| R/WL / R/WR | Read/write control (left/right) | Active-low write strobe; determines data flow direction per port without cross-port dependency or timing lockstep. |
| INTL / INTR | Interrupt flags (left/right) | Open-drain compatible (totem-pole output); asserted when opposite port writes to mailbox addresses 7FEH/7FFH. |
| BUSYL / BUSYR | Arbitration busy flags | Totem-pole outputs; go LOW when opposing port accesses same address, blocking write execution on asserting side. |
| VCC | Power supply | Single 3.3 V supply pin; all four VCC pins (pins 21, 27, 40, 46) must be connected to reduce IR drop and noise coupling. |
| GND | Ground | Two dedicated ground pins (pins 20, 33); required for stable reference and low-noise operation in high-speed dual-port access. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual asynchronous ports with independent control | Enables deterministic, zero-latency memory sharing between heterogeneous processors (e.g., ARM + DSP) without software coordination or semaphores. |
| Hardware BUSY arbitration | Prevents data corruption during simultaneous writes to identical addresses by gating write signals - no firmware intervention required. |
| Mailbox-style interrupt logic | Uses standard SRAM locations (7FEH, 7FFH) as hardware-triggered flags; eliminates polling and reduces CPU interrupt latency to <25 ns. |
| 2 V data retention mode | Preserves full 2K × 8 memory content during main power loss using minimal backup energy - critical for fault logging and state recovery. |
| 52-pin PLCC package | Provides robust thermal dissipation and mechanical reliability in vibration-prone industrial environments; compatible with wave-solder reflow profiles. |
Applications
| Industrial Dual-Processor PLC | Real-Time Signal Processing Bridge |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Two independent CPUs (e.g., safety core + motion control core) share sensor data and command buffers in a programmable logic controller. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Acts as a non-blocking, hardware-arbitrated shared memory buffer with sub-25 ns access latency and deterministic BUSY signaling for conflict resolution. Use Value: Eliminates software mutex overhead and guarantees atomic mailbox updates - enabling cycle-accurate deterministic response in SIL-3 certified systems. |
Use Scenario: An FPGA acquires high-speed ADC samples while an ARM processor performs FFT analysis; both require low-latency access to overlapping buffer regions. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Serves as a zero-wait-state dual-port memory bridge with independent 8-bit I/O paths and hardware write collision detection. Use Value: Enables continuous streaming without pipeline stalls - sustaining >32 MB/s aggregate bandwidth (2 × 16 MB/s) at 25 ns cycle time. |
| Legacy System Memory Upgrade | Battery-Backed Event Logger |
|
Use Scenario: Retrofitting aging industrial controllers originally using discrete dual-port RAMs or gate-array solutions with higher power and larger footprints. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Drop-in replacement for obsolete 71321/71341 families; matches pinout, timing, and voltage levels of legacy PLCC-52 dual-port SRAMs. Use Value: Reduces board space by 40% and cuts active power by 60% versus older bipolar dual-port devices - extending system thermal margin. |
Use Scenario: Remote telemetry unit logs critical fault events to nonvolatile memory during AC power failure, using a coin-cell backup source. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Provides 2 KB of fast-access, battery-retained storage with guaranteed 2 V operation and ≤500 µA retention current. Use Value: Ensures event capture continuity for ≥72 hours on CR2032 cell - meeting IEC 62443-3-3 data integrity requirements. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual-port SRAM applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress CY7C024AV-25AXC | 2K × 16 organization, 25 ns access, 3.3 V, 52-pin PLCC; lacks integrated BUSY arbitration and mailbox interrupts. | Requires external logic for collision handling and software-managed interrupt signaling - increases design complexity and latency. | Choose when wider data bus (16-bit) is needed and arbitration can be handled externally; verify PCB layout supports higher I/O capacitance. |
| Renesas 71V3556SA25PFGI | 4K × 16, 25 ns, 64-pin TQFP, industrial temp (−40°C to +85°C); includes BUSY but no interrupt flags; higher density and power. | Not pin-compatible; requires PCB redesign; suited for new designs needing extended memory and wider temperature range. | Choose for new industrial designs requiring >2 KB capacity and extended temperature support - not for drop-in replacement of 71V321L25JG8. |
Compared with CY7C024AV-25AXC, 71V321L25JG8 offers hardware arbitration and interrupt flags in the same PLCC-52 footprint, reducing firmware overhead and improving real-time determinism. Compared with 71V3556SA25PFGI, it provides exact legacy compatibility and lower power, making it optimal for cost-sensitive commercial-grade retrofits.
Availability
71V321L25JG8 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial automation, real-time embedded control, and legacy system upgrades requiring stable component supply, long-lifecycle support, and RoHS-compliant PLCC packaging.
Supply support for 71V321L25JG8 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Renesas Electronics Corporation is a global semiconductor leader delivering microcontrollers, analog, power, and memory solutions for automotive, industrial, and infrastructure markets.
The 71V321L25JG8 belongs to Renesas' legacy dual-port SRAM product line, designed specifically for deterministic interprocessor communication in real-time embedded systems where hardware arbitration and low-latency mailbox signaling are critical.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency supported by the 71V321L25JG8?
The 71V321L25JG8 supports a maximum read/write cycle time of 25 ns, corresponding to an effective maximum operating frequency of 40 MHz for sustained sequential access. This is validated across the full commercial temperature range (0°C to +70°C) and 3.0 V–3.6 V supply, with timing margins confirmed in datasheet Tables 9 and 10. The 71V321L25JG8 does not specify a clock input; its operation is fully asynchronous and controlled by CE, R/W, and OE timing windows.
Does the 71V321L25JG8 support true simultaneous read operations from both ports?
Yes, the 71V321L25JG8 supports fully independent, asynchronous reads from both left and right ports simultaneously - provided the accessed addresses differ. When addresses match, BUSY logic asserts but does not affect read validity (per datasheet Figure 6 and Table 15). Valid data appears within tAA (≤25 ns) on each port, with no inter-port timing dependency. The 71V321L25JG8's dual-decoder architecture ensures zero-cycle interference during concurrent reads.
How is interrupt clearing implemented in the 71V321L25JG8?
In the 71V321L25JG8, interrupt flags are cleared by reading from the assigned mailbox address: INTL is cleared by reading address 7FEH with CEL = OEL = VIL, and INTR is cleared by reading 7FFH with CER = OER = VIL. This is a hardware-level action - no register write or command sequence is required. The 71V321L25JG8 datasheet Truth Table II confirms that the read access itself resets the flag, and the data returned is user-defined content stored at that location.
Can the 71V321L25JG8 operate with mixed voltage interfaces (e.g., 5 V controllers)?
No, the 71V321L25JG8 is strictly a 3.3 V device with TTL-compatible thresholds (VIH = 2.0 V min, VIL = 0.8 V max) and absolute maximum ratings limiting VTERM to +4.6 V. Direct connection to 5 V logic violates datasheet Table 1 and risks permanent damage. Interfacing with 5 V systems requires level-shifting circuitry - such as dual-supply translators (e.g., TXB0108) - or use of 3.3 V–tolerant microcontrollers/FPGAs. The 71V321L25JG8 does not support 5 V-tolerant I/O.
What is the significance of the 'JG8' suffix in 71V321L25JG8?
The 'JG8' suffix in 71V321L25JG8 decodes as follows: 'J' = 52-pin PLCC package (PLG52), 'G' = lead-free (Green) finish, and '8' = tape-and-reel packaging format. This distinguishes it from tube-packaged variants (e.g., 71V321L25JG). All versions share identical electrical and timing specifications; the suffix solely indicates mechanical and packaging configuration - critical for automated assembly and RoHS compliance verification. The 71V321L25JG8 is rated for commercial temperature range (0°C to +70°C).
71V321L25JG8 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Renesas
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 52-LCC (J-Lead)
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Memory Type:
- Volatile
- Memory Format:
- SRAM
- Technology:
- SRAM - Dual Port, Asynchronous
- Memory Size:
- 16Kbit
- Memory Organization:
- 2K x 8
- Memory Interface:
- Parallel
- Clock Frequency:
- -
- Write Cycle Time - Word, Page:
- 25ns
- Access Time:
- 25 ns
- Voltage - Supply:
- 3V ~ 3.6V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 70°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 52-PLCC (19.13x19.13)
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