Microchip Technology AT25128A-10PU-2.7
- Part No.:
- AT25128A-10PU-2.7
- Manufacturer:
- Microchip Technology
- Category:
- Memory
- Package:
- 8-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm)
- Datasheet:
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AT25128A-10PU-2.7.pdf
- Description:
- IC EEPROM 128KBIT SPI 8DIP
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Product details
Overview
AT25128A-10PU-2.7 from Microchip Technology (formerly Atmel) is a 128 Kbit SPI serial EEPROM organized as 16,384 × 8 bits, operating from 2.7V to 5.5V, supporting 20 MHz clock rate at 5V, and featuring 64-byte page write capability. It implements hardware write protection via WP pin and software-controlled block protection for 1/4, 1/2, or full memory array - used in industrial control modules requiring nonvolatile parameter storage with robust data integrity.
For engineers reviewing the AT25128A-10PU-2.7 datasheet, AT25128A-10PU-2.7 pinout, AT25128A-10PU-2.7 application, or AT25128A-10PU-2.7 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 8-lead PDIP package, SPI Mode 0/3 compatibility, 5 ms max self-timed write cycle, 1 million write endurance, and >100-year data retention under industrial temperature range (−40°C to +85°C).
Technical Context
The AT25128A-10PU-2.7 operates as an SPI slave device with separate SI (input) and SO (output) pins, supporting MSB-first transmission and op-code–driven instruction set including WREN, WRITE, RDSR, and WRSR. Its status register controls write enable (WEN), ready/busy (RDY), and block protection (BP1/BP0) with nonvolatile BP bits.
Hardware flow control is implemented via HOLD (suspend ongoing transfer without reset) and WP (hardware inhibit of status register writes when WPEN=1). All programming cycles are self-timed with no erase prerequisite, and the device powers up in write-disabled state requiring explicit WREN before any write operation.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Memory Size | 128 Kbit (16,384 × 8), sufficient for firmware configuration tables or calibration data in resource-constrained microcontrollers. |
| Supply Voltage Range | 2.7V to 5.5V - enables direct interfacing with 3.3V and 5V logic systems without level-shifting. |
| Max Clock Frequency | 20 MHz at VCC = 5V - supports high-throughput parameter updates in real-time industrial monitoring systems. |
| Write Cycle Time | 5 ms maximum - defines minimum interval between successive page writes; impacts logging latency in data acquisition nodes. |
| Endurance | 1 million write cycles - ensures reliable operation over 10+ years in daily-configurable industrial HMI or sensor calibration applications. |
| Data Retention | >100 years at 25°C - guarantees long-term storage integrity for device serial numbers, calibration coefficients, or security keys. |
| Operating Temperature | −40°C to +85°C - qualified for use in outdoor metering, factory automation, and automotive body-control modules. |
Pinout & Package
AT25128A-10PU-2.7 is supplied in an 8-lead PDIP (Plastic Dual In-line Package), 0.300" wide body, RoHS-compliant and lead-free/halogen-free per ordering code suffix "U".
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| CS | Chip Select | Active-low enable signal; must be low to accept SI data and drive SO; high-Z output when CS high. |
| SCK | Serial Clock | Input-only synchronous timing reference; determines bit-rate and sampling edge per SPI mode (0 or 3). |
| SI | Serial Data Input | Unidirectional command/address/data input path; latched on SCK rising edge in Mode 0. |
| SO | Serial Data Output | Unidirectional read-data output; driven only when CS low and valid READ instruction active. |
| GND | Ground Reference | Primary return path for VCC current and signal reference; requires low-impedance PCB connection. |
| VCC | Power Supply | Single 2.7–5.5V supply powering internal logic and memory array; bypass capacitor recommended. |
| WP | Write Protect | Hardware lock for status register writes when WPEN=1; prevents accidental configuration corruption during power-up/down. |
| HOLD | Communication Suspend | Pauses ongoing SPI transfer (e.g., during MCU interrupt servicing) without resetting address counter or losing context. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| SPI Mode 0 & 3 Support | Enables interoperability with diverse microcontrollers (e.g., ARM Cortex-M, PIC, AVR) without protocol translation. |
| 64-byte Page Write | Reduces write overhead vs. byte-write; allows efficient bulk storage of sensor logs or firmware patches in ≤5 ms bursts. |
| Block Write Protection | Configurable 1/4, 1/2, or full-array lock via status register - isolates critical boot parameters from field-update routines. |
| Self-timed Write Cycle | Eliminates need for external timing control or polling delay; simplifies firmware by enabling fire-and-forget writes. |
| Lead-free/Halogen-free Packaging | Complies with RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and JEDEC J-STD-020 moisture sensitivity level MSL3. |
Applications
| Industrial PLC Configuration Storage | Medical Device Calibration Memory |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Storing I/O mapping, PID tuning constants, and alarm thresholds in programmable logic controllers deployed in factory environments. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Nonvolatile configuration register accessed via SPI during boot and runtime reconfiguration. Use Value: Ensures deterministic startup behavior after power loss and supports field-upgradable control logic without firmware reflashing. | Use Scenario: Retaining sensor offset/gain coefficients and patient-specific therapy parameters in portable infusion pumps. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure, tamper-resistant parameter vault with hardware write lock for regulatory compliance (IEC 62304). Use Value: Prevents unauthorized modification of safety-critical settings while enabling authorized recalibration via authenticated service interface. |
| Automotive Body Control Module | Smart Energy Meter Firmware Patch Storage |
Use Scenario: Holding seat/mirror position presets, lighting profiles, and door-lock logic states in 12V automotive ECUs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-voltage EEPROM interfaced to 3.3V CAN microcontroller; withstands load-dump transients via internal voltage regulation. Use Value: Maintains user preferences across battery disconnects and supports OTA updates to vehicle personalization features. | Use Scenario: Storing signed firmware delta patches and cryptographic keys for secure remote updates in ANSI C12.22–compliant meters. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Trusted storage for update metadata and rollback-safe version tracking in constrained MCU environments. Use Value: Enables field-deployable security patches without requiring full firmware reflash, reducing bandwidth and outage time. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar serial EEPROM applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| M95128-WMN6TP | Same 128 Kbit density, 2.5–5.5V supply, but rated for −40°C to +125°C; uses different status register layout and lacks HOLD pin. | Preferred for under-hood automotive use; unsuitable where HOLD-based interrupt handling is required. | Select when extended temperature range is mandatory and HOLD functionality is unused. |
| 25AA128-I/P | Microchip's pin-compatible 128 Kbit SPI EEPROM with identical PDIP-8 footprint and 2.5–5.5V range; same 5 ms write time and 1M endurance. | Drop-in replacement with identical timing, instruction set, and protection scheme - validated for legacy design refresh. | Choose for seamless migration within Microchip ecosystem with guaranteed functional equivalence. |
Compared with M95128-WMN6TP and 25AA128-I/P, AT25128A-10PU-2.7 offers unique HOLD pin support for interrupt-safe SPI transfers and is optimized for industrial −40°C to +85°C operation with documented 20 MHz performance at 5V - making it ideal for real-time control systems requiring deterministic communication suspension.
Availability
AT25128A-10PU-2.7 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial PLCs, medical calibration systems, automotive body controllers, and smart energy meters requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for AT25128A-10PU-2.7 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 devices, and memory solutions, with broad industrial and automotive qualification capabilities.
The AT25128A-10PU-2.7 belongs to Microchip's legacy Atmel SPI EEPROM product line, designed specifically for low-power, high-reliability nonvolatile storage in space-constrained embedded systems requiring robust data retention and flexible write protection.
FAQ
What is the maximum clock frequency supported by AT25128A-10PU-2.7?
AT25128A-10PU-2.7 supports up to 20 MHz SCK frequency at VCC = 5.0V, 10 MHz at VCC = 2.7V, and 5 MHz at VCC = 1.8V. The actual usable clock rate depends on supply voltage and ambient temperature; for designs operating at 2.7V nominal, the maximum verified rate is 10 MHz per AC Characteristics Table 1-3. AT25128A-10PU-2.7 must be configured for SPI Mode 0 or Mode 3 to ensure correct sampling timing.
Does AT25128A-10PU-2.7 require an external erase cycle before writing?
No, AT25128A-10PU-2.7 does not require a separate erase cycle. All write operations - whether byte or 64-byte page - are self-timed and automatically erase and program the target location internally. The device powers up in write-disabled state, so a WREN instruction must precede any WRITE or WRSR command. AT25128A-10PU-2.7 completes each write within 5 ms maximum, after which RDY bit clears in the status register.
How is write protection implemented on AT25128A-10PU-2.7?
AT25128A-10PU-2.7 implements dual-layer write protection: hardware via the WP pin (active-low, effective only when WPEN bit = 1 in status register) and software via BP0/BP1 bits that lock 1/4, 1/2, or full memory array. WP prevents status register writes; BP bits restrict memory writes to unprotected regions. AT25128A-10PU-2.7 retains protection state across power cycles since BP/WPEN bits are nonvolatile EEPROM cells.
What package type is used for AT25128A-10PU-2.7?
AT25128A-10PU-2.7 uses an 8-lead PDIP (Plastic Dual In-line Package), 0.300" wide body, with lead-free/halogen-free finish indicated by the "U" suffix. Pin 1 is marked by a notch or dot; the package complies with JEDEC MS-001BA standard and is compatible with through-hole assembly processes. AT25128A-10PU-2.7 has no thermal pad or exposed die attach pad.
Can AT25128A-10PU-2.7 operate with a 1.8V supply?
No, AT25128A-10PU-2.7 is specified for 2.7V to 5.5V operation only, as indicated by the "-2.7" suffix in its ordering code. For 1.8V operation, the correct variant is AT25128A-10PU-1.8. Using AT25128A-10PU-2.7 below 2.7V may result in unreliable read/write behavior or failure to power up correctly. Always verify VCC against the specific ordering option - AT25128A-10PU-2.7 is not backward-compatible with 1.8V systems.
AT25128A-10PU-2.7 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Microchip Technology
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm)
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Memory Type:
- Non-Volatile
- Memory Format:
- EEPROM
- Technology:
- EEPROM
- Memory Size:
- 128Kbit
- Memory Organization:
- 16K x 8
- Memory Interface:
- SPI
- Clock Frequency:
- 20 MHz
- Write Cycle Time - Word, Page:
- 5ms
- Access Time:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 2.7V ~ 5.5V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Through Hole
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-PDIP
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