Infineon Technologies S29AL016J70FFI023
- Part No.:
- S29AL016J70FFI023
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Memory
- Package:
- 64-LBGA
- Datasheet:
-
S29AL016J70FFI023.pdf
- Description:
- IC FLASH 16MBIT PARALLEL 64FBGA
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Product details
Overview
S29AL016J70FFI023 from Infineon Technologies (formerly Cypress) is a 16 Mbit (2M × 8-bit / 1M × 16-bit), 3.0 V-only boot sector Flash memory with 55 ns access time, AEC-Q100 Grade 1 (–40°C to +125°C) qualification, and flexible sector architecture including one 16 KB, two 8 KB, one 32 KB, and thirty-one 64 KB sectors. It supports in-system programming via standard 3.0 V VCC, features Secured Silicon Sector with 128-word ESN, and is used for automotive boot code storage and industrial firmware retention.
For engineers reviewing the S29AL016J70FFI023 datasheet, S29AL016J70FFI023 pinout, S29AL016J70FFI023 application, or S29AL016J70FFI023 equivalent, key selection criteria include boot-block configuration (top/bottom), sector protection granularity, CFI compliance for host auto-configuration, erase suspend/resume capability, and RY/BY# hardware status signaling - all critical for real-time embedded firmware updates and secure boot validation.
Technical Context
The S29AL016J70FFI023 implements a command-register-driven state machine for Embedded Erase and Embedded Program algorithms, eliminating external high-voltage requirements. It uses Fowler-Nordheim tunneling for erase and hot electron injection for program operations, with internal voltage regulation for VPP generation.
Its dual-mode interface supports byte-wide (DQ7–DQ0) and word-wide (DQ15–DQ0) data paths, selectable via BYTE# pin. Hardware features include dedicated RY/BY#, RESET#, and WP# pins for real-time operation monitoring, system reset synchronization, and boot-sector write protection - enabling deterministic timing in safety-critical automotive microcontroller boot sequences.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Memory Density | 16 Mbit (2,097,152 × 8-bit or 1,048,576 × 16-bit) - defines maximum firmware image size and partitioning flexibility for bootloader + application storage. |
| Access Time | 55 ns (max) - enables zero-wait-state operation with high-speed microcontrollers up to ~18 MHz bus frequency. |
| Supply Voltage | 2.7 V to 3.6 V - supports wide-range battery-powered systems and automotive 3.3 V rails without level-shifting. |
| Operating Temperature | –40°C to +125°C (AEC-Q100 Grade 1) - qualified for under-hood automotive ECUs and industrial control units. |
| Erase Endurance | 1,000,000 cycles per sector - ensures long-term field reliability for over-the-air (OTA) firmware update partitions. |
| Data Retention | 20 years (typical) - guarantees firmware integrity across full product lifecycle without refresh. |
| Power Consumption | 0.2 µA standby/automatic sleep current - minimizes quiescent drain in always-on vehicle modules. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 48-ball Fine-pitch BGA (VBK048, 0.8 mm pitch, 8.15 mm × 6.15 mm).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| CE#, OE#, WE# | Chip/Output/Write Enable controls | Independent gating enables non-blocking read/write arbitration and eliminates bus contention in multi-device systems. |
| RY/BY# | Ready/Busy output | Active-low open-drain signal provides hardware-synchronized completion detection for erase/program - avoids polling overhead. |
| RESET# | Hardware reset input | Asynchronous reset of internal state machine to read mode - synchronizes device recovery with MCU power-on reset sequence. |
| WP# | Write protect input | Hardware lock for boot sector (16 KB) - prevents accidental overwrite of bootloader during field firmware updates. |
| BYTE# | Data bus width select | Configures DQ[15:0] as 16-bit word or DQ[7:0] as 8-bit byte interface - matches host processor bus architecture. |
| DQ[15:0] | Data I/O bidirectional bus | Supports x16/x8 modes; DQ15 functions as A–1 address bit in byte mode - enables seamless migration between memory widths. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Secured Silicon Sector | 128-word (256-byte) factory- or customer-programmable region with 8-word electronic serial number - enables unique device identification and secure boot key binding. |
| Erase Suspend/Resume | Pause ongoing sector erase to read/program another sector - allows background firmware validation while erasing update partition. |
| Unlock Bypass Program | Reduces program command sequence from 4 to 2 write cycles - cuts cumulative programming time by ~40% in high-volume production flashing. |
| CFI Compliance | Standardized JEDEC CFI query table at fixed address - enables OS/bootloader auto-detection of geometry, timing, and command set without hard-coded drivers. |
| Flexible Sector Protection | Hardware-lockable sectors (including temporary unprotect) - enforces immutable bootloader and configurable application partition write policies. |
Applications
| Automotive Engine Control Unit (ECU) | Industrial PLC Firmware Storage |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Storing calibrated engine maps and diagnostic routines in under-hood ECU modules subject to thermal cycling and vibration. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Boot sector Flash providing primary firmware execution space with AEC-Q100 Grade 1 temperature resilience and RY/BY#-driven update sequencing. Use Value: 55 ns access ensures deterministic boot timing; WP#-protected boot sector prevents corruption during CAN-based OTA updates. | Use Scenario: Retaining ladder logic programs and I/O configuration in programmable logic controllers deployed in factory automation environments. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Nonvolatile firmware storage with sector-level erase granularity enabling partial reprogramming without full flash wipe. Use Value: 1M erase cycles per sector support decades of field maintenance; CFI compliance simplifies firmware loader portability across PLC generations. |
| Medical Diagnostic Imaging Boot Loader | Smart Grid Meter Firmware Vault |
Use Scenario: Hosting certified boot code for MRI/CT scanner subsystems requiring regulatory traceability and tamper resistance. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secured Silicon Sector-equipped Flash storing cryptographic keys and signed bootloader images verified at power-up. Use Value: Factory-programmed 16-byte ESN enables device-specific key binding; hardware RESET# ensures deterministic recovery after brown-out events. | Use Scenario: Storing firmware and tariff tables in ANSI C12.22-compliant smart electricity meters operating in outdoor enclosures. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Extended-temperature Flash with automatic sleep mode minimizing battery drain in battery-backed metering applications. Use Value: 0.2 µA sleep current extends 10-year battery life; top/bottom boot configuration supports dual-bank firmware rollback schemes. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar boot sector Flash memory applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| S29GL016S70TFI010 | 45 nm process, 90 MB/s read bandwidth, no Secured Silicon Sector | Lacks factory-programmable ESN; higher performance but reduced security for boot authentication | Select when raw throughput > secure identity; verify bootloader signing flow compatibility. |
| MX29LV160ETTI-70G | 2.7–3.6 V, 70 ns access, 16 Mbit, bottom-boot only, no CFI | No CFI query support; fixed boot configuration limits design reuse across top/bottom variants | Select for cost-sensitive legacy designs where CFI auto-configuration is unnecessary. |
Compared with S29GL016S70TFI010 and MX29LV160ETTI-70G, the S29AL016J70FFI023 uniquely combines AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualification, Secured Silicon Sector with ESN, and full CFI compliance - making it the only option among the three qualified for safety-critical automotive boot and certified medical firmware vaulting.
Availability
S29AL016J70FFI023 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive ECU development, industrial PLC firmware updates, and medical imaging boot loader deployment requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for S29AL016J70FFI023 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
Infineon Technologies is a global semiconductor leader specializing in power management, automotive MCUs, and secure memory solutions, with core expertise in automotive-grade reliability and functional safety.
The S29AL016J belongs to Infineon's legacy Cypress Flash memory product line, designed specifically for deterministic boot code storage and firmware update resilience in harsh-environment embedded systems.
FAQ
What boot sector configuration does S29AL016J70FFI023 support?
The S29AL016J70FFI023 supports both top-boot and bottom-boot configurations, selected at manufacturing. The WP# pin protects the first or last 16 KB sector accordingly. Configuration is fixed per part number and cannot be changed in-system; refer to ordering code suffixes (e.g., 'T' = top-boot, 'B' = bottom-boot) in the Infineon datasheet section 6.1.
How is the Secured Silicon Sector programmed and locked?
The Secured Silicon Sector (128 words) is programmed using the standard Word Program command sequence at addresses 0x00000000–0x000000FF. Locking is performed via the Sector Protect command; once locked, it cannot be unlocked. Factory programming and locking occur during wafer sort or final test - customer locking requires issuing the Protect command after programming and verifying contents.
Does S29AL016J70FFI023 require external high-voltage for erase or program?
No. The S29AL016J70FFI023 operates exclusively from a single 2.7–3.6 V VCC supply. All erase and program voltages (including VPP) are generated internally via on-chip charge pumps. No external 12 V or 5 V sources are needed, simplifying power design and enabling direct connection to 3.3 V microcontroller buses.
What is the function of the BYTE# pin in x8 vs. x16 mode?
When BYTE# is driven low, the device operates in x8 mode: DQ[7:0] carry data, and DQ15 functions as address bit A–1. When BYTE# is high, it operates in x16 mode: DQ[15:0] carry data. This pin must be statically set at power-up and cannot be toggled during operation - correct configuration is essential for address/data alignment with the host processor bus.
S29AL016J70FFI023 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Series:
- AL-J
- Package/Case:
- 64-LBGA
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Memory Type:
- Non-Volatile
- Memory Format:
- FLASH
- Technology:
- FLASH - NOR
- Memory Size:
- 16Mbit
- Memory Organization:
- 2M x 8, 1M x 16
- Memory Interface:
- Parallel
- Clock Frequency:
- -
- Write Cycle Time - Word, Page:
- 70ns
- Access Time:
- 70 ns
- Voltage - Supply:
- 2.7V ~ 3.6V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 64-FBGA (13x11)
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