Microchip Technology AT24C16N-10SC-1.8
- Part No.:
- AT24C16N-10SC-1.8
- Manufacturer:
- Microchip Technology
- Category:
- Memory
- Package:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
AT24C16N-10SC-1.8.pdf
- Description:
- IC EEPROM 16KBIT I2C 8SOIC
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Product details
Overview
AT24C16N-10SC-1.8 from Microchip Technology (formerly Atmel) is a 16-Kbit (2048 × 8) I²C-compatible serial EEPROM optimized for ultra-low-voltage embedded systems. It operates from 1.8V to 5.5V, supports 100 kHz I²C bus speed at 1.8V, features hardware write protection via WP pin, and delivers 1 million write cycles with 100-year data retention. It is used in battery-powered IoT sensors for nonvolatile configuration storage.
For engineers reviewing the AT24C16N-10SC-1.8 datasheet, AT24C16N-10SC-1.8 pinout, AT24C16N-10SC-1.8 application, or AT24C16N-10SC-1.8 equivalent, key selection considerations include its 1.8V minimum supply, 16-byte page write capability, JEDEC SOIC-8 package, and absence of device address pins (A0–A2 are NC), enabling single-device I²C bus deployment without address conflict.
Technical Context
The AT24C16N-10SC-1.8 implements a two-wire I²C interface with Schmitt-triggered, noise-filtered SDA/SCL inputs and open-drain SDA output compatible with standard I²C bus topology. Its internal memory is organized as 128 pages × 16 bytes, requiring an 11-bit word address for random access.
Write protection is enforced exclusively through the WP pin: tied to VCC, it locks the entire 16K array; tied to GND, full read/write access is enabled. The device enters low-power standby mode after STOP condition receipt or power-up, drawing only 3 µA typical at 1.8V.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Memory Size | 16 Kbit (2048 × 8 bits), sufficient for storing firmware calibration tables or device identity parameters |
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.8V to 5.5V - enables direct interfacing with 1.8V logic microcontrollers without level shifting |
| I²C Clock Frequency | 100 kHz max at 1.8V - ensures reliable timing margin in low-power, noise-prone environments |
| Page Write Size | 16-byte pages - reduces I²C transaction count when updating multi-byte configuration blocks |
| Write Endurance | 1 million cycles - supports frequent runtime parameter logging in industrial monitoring nodes |
| Data Retention | 100 years at +25°C - guarantees long-term validity of stored cryptographic keys or calibration coefficients |
| Standby Current | 3 µA typical at 1.8V - minimizes quiescent power in always-on edge devices |
Pinout & Package
AT24C16N-10SC-1.8 is housed in an 8-lead JEDEC SOIC package (8S1), 0.150" wide, with standard gull-wing leads and 1.27 mm pitch.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A0, A1, A2 | Device Address Inputs | No-connect (NC) - eliminates external pull-up/down resistors and simplifies single-device bus design |
| SDA | Serial Data I/O | Open-drain bidirectional line - requires external pull-up; supports wired-AND with other I²C peripherals |
| SCL | Serial Clock Input | Input-only clock line - synchronizes all data transfers; Schmitt trigger ensures noise immunity |
| WP | Write Protect | Hardware lock control - VCC = full-array protection; GND = full read/write access |
| VCC | Power Supply | 1.8V–5.5V input - powers internal logic and memory array; no separate VIO required |
| GND | Ground Reference | Return path for all internal circuits and I/O - must be low-impedance for stable I²C signaling |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| 1.8V operation support | Enables direct integration with modern ultra-low-power MCUs (e.g., ARM Cortex-M0+), eliminating voltage translation circuitry |
| 16-byte page write | Reduces I²C overhead by up to 94% vs. byte-write for 16-byte updates, improving system responsiveness |
| Hardware write protection (WP) | Prevents accidental overwrites during firmware updates or brown-out conditions without software intervention |
| 100-year data retention | Ensures persistent storage of critical device identifiers or security credentials across product lifetime without refresh |
| Schmitt-trigger inputs | Rejects fast transient noise on SDA/SCL lines, increasing robustness in electrically noisy industrial enclosures |
Applications
| Smart Metering | Wearable Health Sensors |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Storing tariff schedules, meter calibration constants, and tamper-event logs in utility meters operating on lithium-thionyl chloride batteries. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Nonvolatile configuration and event log storage with guaranteed 100-year data integrity under wide temperature swings. Use Value: Eliminates need for backup capacitors or supercapacitors due to ultra-low 3 µA standby current at 1.8V. | Use Scenario: Persisting user biometric profiles, sensor calibration offsets, and firmware update flags in Bluetooth-enabled ECG patches. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-voltage I²C EEPROM interfaced directly to 1.8V BLE SoC for secure parameter storage. Use Value: 1.8V operation avoids level shifters, reducing BOM cost and PCB area in space-constrained wearable designs. |
| Industrial PLC I/O Modules | Automotive Body Control Units |
Use Scenario: Holding channel-specific gain/offset trim values and diagnostic fault history in modular analog input cards. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Robust, page-write-capable EEPROM tolerant to EMI in factory-floor environments. Use Value: Schmitt-trigger inputs and 100 kHz I²C speed ensure reliable communication despite motor drive noise coupling. | Use Scenario: Storing seat position memory, mirror presets, and lighting configuration in 12V vehicle subsystems with local 1.8V LDO rails. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Automotive-grade EEPROM (industrial temp range) providing fail-safe parameter storage. Use Value: WP pin hardwired to MCU GPIO allows dynamic lock/unlock of settings during service mode operations. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar serial EEPROM applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT24C16D-SSHM-T | Same 16K capacity, 1.7V–5.5V range, TSSOP-8 package; A0–A2 pins functional (supports multi-device bus) | Requires address pin configuration; suited for systems needing >1 EEPROM on same I²C bus | Select if bus scalability is required; not drop-in due to pin function and package difference |
| M24C16-WMN6TP | 16K I²C EEPROM, 1.8V–5.5V, SOIC-8, but rated for automotive AEC-Q100 Grade 2 (−40°C to +105°C) | Higher temperature rating and qualification - appropriate for under-hood or dashboard modules | Choose for automotive-critical applications where extended temperature validation is mandatory |
Compared with AT24C16N-10SC-1.8, AT24C16D-SSHM-T adds device addressing flexibility at the cost of pin compatibility, while M24C16-WMN6TP trades broader industrial qualification for automotive-grade reliability - both require layout review and firmware address mapping updates.
Availability
AT24C16N-10SC-1.8 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for smart metering, wearable health sensors, industrial PLC I/O modules, and automotive body control units requiring stable component supply across production lifecycles.
Supply support for AT24C16N-10SC-1.8 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
Microchip Technology is a global semiconductor company specializing in microcontrollers, analog, FPGA, and memory solutions, with deep expertise in embedded control and nonvolatile storage.
The AT24Cxx family was designed for cost-sensitive, low-power embedded systems requiring reliable, byte-addressable serial EEPROM - particularly targeting battery-operated, space-constrained, and industrial-grade applications.
FAQ
What is the minimum operating voltage for AT24C16N-10SC-1.8?
The AT24C16N-10SC-1.8 supports true 1.8V operation, with a specified minimum supply voltage of 1.8V and maximum of 5.5V. This allows direct connection to 1.8V I/O domains of modern microcontrollers without level-shifting circuitry, and its 100 kHz I²C speed is guaranteed across this full voltage range.
Does AT24C16N-10SC-1.8 support multi-device I²C bus configurations?
No - AT24C16N-10SC-1.8 has A0, A1, and A2 pins designated as no-connect (NC), meaning it uses a fixed I²C device address and supports only one instance per bus. For multi-device configurations, consider AT24C16D-SSHM-T, which implements functional address pins and supports up to eight devices on the same bus.
How does the WP pin function on AT24C16N-10SC-1.8?
On AT24C16N-10SC-1.8, the WP pin provides hardware-level write protection: when pulled high to VCC, the entire 16K memory array is locked against writes; when pulled low to GND, full read and write access is enabled. This behavior is independent of I²C commands and remains active during power transitions.
What is the page write size and maximum write cycle time for AT24C16N-10SC-1.8?
AT24C16N-10SC-1.8 supports 16-byte page writes, allowing up to 16 bytes to be written in a single I²C transaction. Its maximum self-timed write cycle duration is 10 ms, during which all inputs are disabled and the device does not acknowledge I²C traffic until completion.
Is AT24C16N-10SC-1.8 qualified for automotive applications?
AT24C16N-10SC-1.8 is rated for industrial temperature range (−40°C to +85°C) and is not AEC-Q100 qualified. For automotive applications requiring formal qualification, Microchip offers the AT24C16C variant, and STMicroelectronics provides the AEC-Q100-certified M24C16-WMN6TP as a verified alternative to AT24C16N-10SC-1.8.
AT24C16N-10SC-1.8 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Microchip Technology
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Memory Type:
- Non-Volatile
- Memory Format:
- EEPROM
- Technology:
- EEPROM
- Memory Size:
- 16Kbit
- Memory Organization:
- 2K x 8
- Memory Interface:
- I2C
- Clock Frequency:
- 400 kHz
- Write Cycle Time - Word, Page:
- 5ms
- Access Time:
- 900 ns
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.8V ~ 5.5V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 70°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-SOIC
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