Infineon Technologies S29AS008J70BFI043
- Part No.:
- S29AS008J70BFI043
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Memory
- Package:
- 48-VFBGA
- Datasheet:
-
S29AS008J70BFI043.pdf
- Description:
- IC FLASH 8MBIT PARALLEL 48FBGA
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Product details
Overview
S29AS008J70BFI043 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 configurable boot blocks, 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 number, and is used in embedded firmware storage for microcontroller boot code and configuration data.
For engineers reviewing the S29AS008J70BFI043 datasheet, S29AS008J70BFI043 pinout, S29AS008J70BFI043 application, or S29AS008J70BFI043 equivalent, key selection criteria include boot sector architecture flexibility, JEDEC-compliant command set, hardware write protection (WP#), RY/BY# status signaling, and support for both x8/x16 bus modes in TSOP and FBGA packages.
Technical Context
The S29AS008J70BFI043 implements a sector-erase Flash architecture with eight 8 KB + fifteen 64 KB sectors (byte mode) or eight 4 Kword + fifteen 32 Kword sectors (word mode), enabling selective firmware updates without full chip erase. Its internal state machine executes Embedded Program and Embedded Erase algorithms, automatically managing pulse widths, pre-programming, and margin verification.
Hardware features include dedicated RY/BY# for cycle completion detection, RESET# for immediate operation abort and array read recovery, and WP# for permanent protection of outermost boot sectors independent of software lock status. The device uses Fowler-Nordheim tunneling for erase and hot electron injection for program operations.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Memory Density | 8 Mbit (1,048,576 × 8-bit or 524,288 × 16-bit) |
| Supply Voltage | 1.65–1.95 V single supply - enables direct integration into 1.8 V logic domains without level shifting |
| Access Time | 70 ns max - supports zero-wait-state operation with high-speed microprocessors |
| Programming Time | 6 µs typical per word - accelerated by Unlock Bypass mode reducing command overhead |
| Endurance | 1,000,000 erase/program cycles per sector - ensures long-term field reliability for firmware update routines |
| Data Retention | 20 years typical - maintains boot code integrity across product lifecycle without refresh |
| Operating Temp | –40°C to +85°C - qualified for industrial-grade embedded control and automotive body electronics |
Pinout & Package
Package: 48-ball Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FBGA), 8.15 mm × 6.15 mm, RoHS-compliant.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A0–A18 | Address Inputs | 19-bit address bus supporting full 8 Mbit addressing; A-1 multiplexed on DQ15 in byte mode |
| DQ0–DQ15 (A-1) | Data I/O / LSB Address | 16-bit bidirectional data bus in word mode; DQ15 functions as A-1 (LSB) in byte mode |
| CE#, OE#, WE# | Chip/Output/Write Enable | Independent control lines eliminate bus contention; enable standard microprocessor timing |
| RY/BY# | Ready/Busy Output | Active-low open-drain signal indicating active program/erase - enables hardware polling |
| RESET# | Hardware Reset Input | Asynchronous reset that terminates ongoing operations and restores read mode - ties directly to system reset |
| WP# | Write Protect Input | Hardware lock for two outermost boot sectors - active regardless of software sector group protection state |
| BYTE# | Bus Width Select | Configures x8 (BYTE# = LOW) or x16 (BYTE# = HIGH) data interface - determines DQ15 function |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Secured Silicon Sector | 256-byte factory- or customer-programmable region with 16-byte electronic serial number - enables secure device identification and anti-cloning |
| Erase Suspend/Resume | Allows temporary halt of sector erase to read/program non-erasing sectors - enables true background firmware updates |
| CFI Compliance | JEDEC-standard Common Flash Interface provides runtime device parameter discovery - simplifies host driver portability across Flash families |
| Automatic Sleep Mode | Enters 15 µA ultra-low-power state after address stability - reduces standby power in battery-powered edge devices |
| Hardware Data Protection | Integrated low-VCC detector inhibits writes during power ramp-up/down - prevents corruption during brown-out conditions |
Applications
| Industrial PLC Firmware Storage | Automotive Body Control Module (BCM) |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Storing boot loader and application firmware in programmable logic controllers requiring field-upgradable code without external voltage sources. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Non-volatile boot memory providing x16 interface to ARM Cortex-M7 MCU with 70 ns access for deterministic startup timing. Use Value: Top/bottom boot sector architecture allows safe dual-image storage; hardware WP# protects primary boot sector during over-the-air updates. |
Use Scenario: Holding calibration data and control logic for door module ECUs operating in under-hood environments with wide thermal cycling. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: 1.8 V Flash memory interfacing to CAN-enabled microcontroller via x8 bus, leveraging RY/BY# for interrupt-driven erase completion. Use Value: –40°C to +85°C rating and 1M-cycle endurance ensure 15-year functional safety compliance; Secured Silicon Sector stores unique VIN-linked identifiers. |
| Medical Infusion Pump Boot Memory | Smart Energy Meter Firmware |
|
Use Scenario: Hosting certified bootloader and safety-critical motor control firmware in Class II medical devices requiring traceable firmware revisions. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Boot sector Flash accessed at 70 ns with CE#/OE# isolation - guarantees sub-100 µs response to watchdog-triggered reboot. Use Value: CFI compliance enables automated firmware validation during production test; 20-year data retention meets FDA 21 CFR Part 11 archival requirements. |
Use Scenario: Storing AMI firmware, tariff tables, and cryptographic keys in utility meters deployed in unattended outdoor locations for >10 years. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Industrial-grade Flash with automatic sleep mode (15 µA) minimizing battery drain during meter wake-up intervals. Use Value: Hardware RESET# synchronizes firmware recovery with power-on-reset; sector group protection isolates crypto key storage from application updates. |
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 | 32 Mbit density, 90 ns access, 3.0 V supply - larger capacity but incompatible voltage domain | Requires level-shifting circuitry in 1.8 V systems; lacks Secured Silicon Sector | Select only when higher density and legacy 3.0 V infrastructure exist; not drop-in compatible |
| MX29GL032EHTI-90G | 32 Mbit, 90 ns, 1.8 V supply, CFI-compliant - same voltage but no boot sector protection or WP# pin | No hardware write protect for boot sectors; relies solely on software locking | Prefer where cost-sensitive designs accept reduced security; verify sector protection robustness in failure modes |
Compared with S29AS008J70BFI043, the S29GL032N90TFI020 offers greater density but mandates 3.0 V design changes, while the MX29GL032EHTI-90G matches voltage but removes hardware-level boot sector protection - making S29AS008J70BFI043 uniquely suited for safety-critical 1.8 V boot memory requiring tamper-resistant sector locking.
Availability
S29AS008J70BFI043 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial PLC firmware storage, automotive body control modules, and medical infusion pump boot memory requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and guaranteed RoHS-compliant FBGA packaging.
Supply support for S29AS008J70BFI043 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, sensor solutions, and secure microcontrollers with strong heritage in Flash memory through its acquisition of Cypress Semiconductor.
The S29AS008J belongs to Infineon's AS-series boot sector Flash portfolio, designed specifically for reliable, low-voltage firmware storage in safety-critical embedded systems where hardware-based sector protection and deterministic timing are mandatory.
FAQ
Is S29AS008J70BFI043 pin-compatible with earlier S29AS008J variants?
Yes - the '70BFI043' suffix denotes the 70 ns speed grade in 48-ball FBGA package with industrial temperature range (–40°C to +85°C); all S29AS008J FBGA variants share identical pinout, ball map, and mechanical dimensions per Infineon document 002-00870 Rev. *L, page 53.
Does the Secured Silicon Sector support customer programming in-system?
Yes - the 256-byte Secured Silicon Sector can be programmed and permanently locked either at the factory or by the end customer using the documented command sequence (Section 10.4 of datasheet), with lock status verified via CFI query or read-back of protected region.
What is the function of the BYTE# pin during power-up?
BYTE# must be driven to a valid logic level (HIGH for x16, LOW for x8) prior to VCC stabilization; floating BYTE# may cause undefined bus width configuration, leading to incorrect DQ15 interpretation and potential data corruption during initialization.
Can Erase Suspend be used during Chip Erase operation?
No - Erase Suspend/Erase Resume is supported only for Sector Erase commands (not Chip Erase), as confirmed in Section 10.9 of the datasheet; attempting suspend during chip erase results in undefined behavior and requires full reset recovery.
S29AS008J70BFI043 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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