Infineon Technologies S29AS008J70BFI032
- Part No.:
- S29AS008J70BFI032
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Memory
- Package:
- 48-VFBGA
- Datasheet:
-
S29AS008J70BFI032.pdf
- Description:
- IC FLASH 8MBIT PARALLEL 48FBGA
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Product details
Overview
S29AS008J70BFI032 from Infineon Technologies (formerly Cypress) is an 8 Mbit, 1.8 V-only boot sector Flash memory organized as 1M × 8-bit or 512K × 16-bit, featuring top/bottom boot architecture, 70 ns access time, and industrial temperature range (–40°C to +85°C). It supports in-system programming/erasure via standard 1.8 V VCC, includes Secured Silicon Sector with 256-byte factory-programmable serial ID, and is used in embedded boot code storage for microcontrollers in industrial control and networking edge devices.
For engineers reviewing the S29AS008J70BFI032 datasheet, S29AS008J70BFI032 pinout, S29AS008J70BFI032 application, or S29AS008J70BFI032 equivalent, key selection criteria include boot sector protection granularity, CFI compliance for host auto-configuration, erase suspend/resume capability for real-time firmware updates, and dual-package availability (48-ball FBGA/VBK048 and 48-pin TSOP).
Technical Context
The S29AS008J70BFI032 implements a JEDEC-compliant single-power-supply Flash command set with embedded algorithms for automatic program pulse timing, margin verification, and pre-erase programming. Its internal state machine interprets command sequences written to the command register using standard microprocessor write timings, eliminating external high-voltage generation.
It features hardware-based sector group protection with temporary unprotect capability, RY/BY# status signaling, and DQ6/DQ7 polling for operation completion detection. The device integrates a low-VCC detector for power-transition write inhibition and supports both byte (x8) and word (x16) data bus configurations via the BYTE# pin.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Memory Density | 8 Mbit (1,048,576 × 8-bit or 524,288 × 16-bit), enabling full boot code storage for mid-tier MCUs without external expansion. |
| Access Time | 70 ns maximum - supports zero-wait-state operation with 14 MHz+ microprocessors in embedded systems. |
| Supply Voltage | 1.65 V to 1.95 V - enables direct integration into 1.8 V system rails without level-shifting or auxiliary supplies. |
| Programming Time | 6 µs typical per word - reduces firmware update latency during field upgrades or manufacturing programming. |
| Erase Endurance | 1,000,000 cycles per sector - ensures reliable reprogramming over product lifetime in remote or inaccessible deployments. |
| Data Retention | 20 years typical - guarantees persistent boot image integrity across extended shelf life and operational service intervals. |
| Operating Temp | –40°C to +85°C - qualified for industrial-grade environments including factory automation and outdoor telecom equipment. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 48-ball Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FBGA), 8.15 mm × 6.15 mm, VBK048 footprint (JEDEC MO-276AA). Pinout validated per Infineon Document 002-00870 Rev.*L, Pages 6 and 7.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A0–A18 | Address Inputs | 19-bit address bus supporting full 1M-byte or 512K-word addressing; A-1 alias on DQ15 in byte mode. |
| DQ0–DQ15 (A-1) | Data I/O / LSB Address | 16-bit bidirectional data bus in x16 mode; DQ15 functions as A-1 (byte-mode LSB address) when BYTE# = LOW. |
| BYTE# | Bus Width Select | Active-LOW input selecting 8-bit (BYTE# = LOW) or 16-bit (BYTE# = HIGH) data interface - configures physical bus mapping at power-up. |
| CE#, OE#, WE# | Chip/Output/Write Enable | Independent control lines enabling concurrent read/write operations without bus contention; CE# gating power state. |
| RY/BY# | Ready/Busy Output | Open-drain active-LOW signal indicating active program/erase - used for hardware flow control in time-critical firmware updates. |
| RESET# | Hardware Reset | Asynchronous active-LOW input forcing device into read-array mode - synchronizes boot sequence with system reset assertion. |
| WP# | Boot Sector Write Protect | Hardware lock for two outermost boot sectors regardless of software protection status - prevents accidental corruption of boot loader code. |
| VCC / VSS | Power / Ground | Single 1.8 V supply only; no VPP or 5 V required - simplifies PCB power design and eliminates high-voltage routing risks. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| CFI Compliance | Enables host software to auto-detect device geometry, timing, and command set - eliminates hardcoded Flash driver dependencies across product variants. |
| Erase Suspend/Resume | Allows interruption of sector erase to read/program non-target sectors - enables true background erase for real-time OS-aware firmware updates. |
| Secured Silicon Sector | 256-byte factory- or customer-programmable region with 16-byte electronic serial number - provides immutable device identity for secure boot and anti-counterfeiting. |
| Unlock Bypass Mode | Reduces multi-word programming overhead from 4 to 2 write cycles per word - cuts total firmware write time by ~50% in sequential programming scenarios. |
| Flexible Sector Architecture | Eight 8 KB + fifteen 64 KB sectors (x8) or eight 4 Kword + fifteen 32 Kword sectors (x16) - supports granular firmware partitioning (e.g., bootloader, app, config, OTA buffer). |
Applications
| Industrial PLC Firmware Storage | Network Edge Router Boot Memory |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Storing boot loader and real-time control firmware in programmable logic controllers deployed in factory automation environments with wide ambient temperature swings. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Nonvolatile boot code storage with hardware write protection and sector-level erase - ensures deterministic startup and safe field firmware updates. Use Value: 1M-cycle endurance and 20-year retention guarantee firmware integrity over 10+ year product lifecycles without recalibration or replacement. | Use Scenario: Hosting primary boot image and fail-safe recovery firmware in carrier-grade Ethernet routers operating in temperature-controlled but power-unstable telco cabinets. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-boot sector architecture with WP#-protected top/bottom configuration - enables atomic firmware swaps and rollback capability after failed OTA updates. Use Value: Erase suspend/resume allows background firmware validation while maintaining live packet forwarding - zero downtime during maintenance windows. |
| Medical Diagnostic Imaging Control | Smart Energy Meter Boot Code |
Use Scenario: Storing certified safety-critical initialization routines and calibration tables in portable ultrasound and X-ray control modules requiring regulatory traceability. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secured Silicon Sector with factory-programmed ESN - provides cryptographically verifiable device origin and firmware lineage for FDA/IEC 62304 compliance. Use Value: CFI interface enables automated flash driver provisioning during production test - reduces qualification effort for new imaging platform variants. | Use Scenario: Holding metrology firmware and tariff configuration data in ANSI C12.22-compliant smart meters exposed to outdoor thermal cycling and long-term grid power fluctuations. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-power sleep mode (15 µA) and automatic standby entry - extends battery backup runtime during grid outages without sacrificing boot reliability. Use Value: 1.65–1.95 V operation tolerates brownout conditions common in rural distribution networks - prevents boot corruption during voltage sags. |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| S29GL032N90TFI020 | 64 Mbit density, 90 ns access, 3.0 V supply - higher capacity but incompatible voltage domain and slower timing. | Requires level-shifting and redesign of power delivery; suited for legacy 3 V systems, not drop-in replacement. | Select only if migrating to larger firmware images and upgrading entire power architecture. |
| MX29LV008CTTI-70G | 8 Mbit, 70 ns, 3.0 V supply - identical density/timing but 3 V operation and no CFI support. | Lacks CFI auto-configuration and Secured Silicon Sector; requires custom driver development and manual sector mapping. | Choose only for cost-sensitive 3 V designs where firmware size is static and security features are unnecessary. |
Compared with S29GL032N90TFI020 and MX29LV008CTTI-70G, the S29AS008J70BFI032 uniquely delivers 1.8 V operation with CFI, erase suspend, and factory-secured identity - making it the only option for modern low-power, upgradable, and traceable embedded boot systems.
Availability
S29AS008J70BFI032 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial PLC firmware storage, network edge router boot memory, and medical diagnostic imaging control requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and guaranteed traceable sourcing.
Supply support for S29AS008J70BFI032 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 headquartered in Munich, Germany, specializing in power management, automotive ICs, and secure microcontrollers with emphasis on industrial reliability and functional safety.
The S29AS008J belongs to Infineon's legacy Cypress Flash memory product line, designed specifically for robust, low-voltage boot code storage in mission-critical embedded systems where firmware integrity, field upgradability, and long-term supply stability are mandatory.
FAQ
Is S29AS008J70BFI032 pin-compatible with other S29AS008J speed grades?
Yes - all S29AS008J variants (e.g., S29AS008J70BFI020, S29AS008J70BFI032) share identical 48-ball FBGA (VBK048) pinout and electrical interface. Speed grade differences (70 ns vs. 90 ns) affect only AC timing parameters; no PCB or firmware changes are needed when substituting within the same package.
Does the Secured Silicon Sector require special programming equipment?
No - the Secured Silicon Sector is programmed using the same command sequences as main array sectors (e.g., Word Program, Sector Erase), accessible via standard microcontroller GPIO or JTAG-based flash programmers. Factory locking is performed during wafer test; customer locking uses the Sector Group Protect command with valid unlock sequence.
Can S29AS008J70BFI032 operate in byte mode on a 16-bit bus?
Yes - when BYTE# is driven LOW, the device operates in 8-bit mode: DQ7–DQ0 carry data, DQ15 functions as A-1 (LSB address), and DQ14–DQ8 are tri-stated. This allows use on 16-bit buses without hardware modification, provided the host asserts BYTE# and ignores upper data bits during transfers.
What happens during power loss while an erase operation is in progress?
The device's internal low-VCC detector halts all write/erase activity when VCC drops below 1.4 V, preserving sector integrity. Upon power restoration, the device resumes normal read mode; incomplete erase operations do not corrupt adjacent sectors, and status bits (DQ7/DQ6) indicate aborted state - requiring explicit re-issuance of the erase command.
S29AS008J70BFI032 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Series:
- AS-J
- Package/Case:
- 48-VFBGA
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Memory Type:
- Non-Volatile
- Memory Format:
- FLASH
- Technology:
- FLASH - NOR
- Memory Size:
- 8Mbit
- Memory Organization:
- 1M x 8, 512K x 16
- Memory Interface:
- Parallel
- Clock Frequency:
- -
- Write Cycle Time - Word, Page:
- 70ns
- Access Time:
- 70 ns
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.65V ~ 1.95V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 48-FBGA (8.15x6.15)
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