Infineon Technologies S29GL256P90FFIR22
- Part No.:
- S29GL256P90FFIR22
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Memory
- Package:
- 64-LBGA
- Datasheet:
-
S29GL256P90FFIR22.pdf
- Description:
- IC FLASH 256MBIT PARALLEL 64FBGA
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Product details
Overview
S29GL256P90FFIR22 from Cypress Semiconductor is a 256 Mbit (32 MB), 3.0 V-only page-mode NOR Flash memory fabricated on 90 nm MirrorBit process technology. It delivers 90 ns random access time, 25 ns page access time, and features a 32-word/64-byte write buffer for accelerated multi-word programming - ideal for boot code storage and firmware updates in industrial control systems.
For engineers reviewing the S29GL256P90FFIR22 datasheet, S29GL256P90FFIR22 pinout, S29GL256P90FFIR22 application, or S29GL256P90FFIR22 equivalent, key selection criteria include uniform 64 Kword sector architecture (256 sectors), 100,000 erase cycles per sector, 20-year data retention, VersatileI/O™ support (VIO = 1.65–VCC), and CFI-compliant interface for host system compatibility.
Technical Context
This device operates in word (16-bit) or byte (8-bit) configuration via BYTE# input, with address range A23–A0 (24 address lines). Its embedded algorithms support suspend/resume during program/erase, and status reporting via RY/BY# output and internal status bits.
The WP#/ACC pin provides dual functionality: hardware write protection of top/bottom sector at VIL, and programming acceleration via VHH voltage application. Sector protection uses both persistent lock bits and password-based methods, enabling flexible field firmware security management.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Density | 256 Mbit (32 MB) organized as 256 uniform 64 Kword sectors |
| Access Time | 90 ns random access (VCC = 3.0–3.6 V); enables fast instruction fetch in microcontroller boot sequences |
| Page Access | 25 ns page read time supports high-throughput firmware loading from sequential memory regions |
| Write Buffer | 32-word (64-byte) buffer reduces effective programming time to 13.5 µs/word with VHH acceleration |
| Erase Endurance | 100,000 cycles per sector ensures long-term reliability in field-upgradable embedded systems |
| Data Retention | 20 years typical at +85°C - validated for industrial temperature operation without refresh |
| VersatileI/O | VIO input (1.65–VCC) independently sets I/O voltage level, decoupling interface logic from core VCC |
Pinout & Package
Package: 64-ball Fortified BGA (LAA064), 11 × 13 mm, 1.0 mm pitch, Pb-free (F), Industrial temperature (–40°C to +85°C).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A23–A0 | Address inputs | 24-bit address bus supporting full 32 MB addressing; A23 is MSB |
| DQ15–DQ0 | Data I/O | 16-bit bidirectional data bus; DQ15/A-1 serves as LSB address in byte mode |
| CE#, OE#, WE# | Chip/Output/Write Enable | Standard asynchronous NOR interface controls memory access timing and direction |
| RY/BY# | Ready/Busy output | Active-low open-drain signal indicates active program/erase; used for polling or interrupt-driven flow control |
| RESET# | Hardware reset | Asynchronous active-low input that aborts ongoing operations and returns device to read mode |
| WP#/ACC | Write protect / acceleration | At VIL: locks top/bottom sector; at VHH: enables unlock bypass mode for faster production programming |
| VIO | Versatile I/O supply | Independent voltage reference (1.65–VCC) for all I/O pins - allows mixed-voltage system interfacing |
| BYTE# | Bus width select | Configures 8-bit (VIL) or 16-bit (VIH) data path; determines DQ15/A-1 function |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Secured Silicon Sector | 128-word (256-byte) factory- or customer-programmable region with electronic serial number for secure device identification |
| Suspend/Resume | Allows temporary halt of program/erase operations to service higher-priority read requests - critical for real-time OS environments |
| Advanced Sector Protection | Combines persistent lock bits and password-based software protection to prevent unauthorized firmware modification |
| CFI Support | Common Flash Interface compliance enables automatic detection and configuration by host bootloader without hard-coded parameters |
| Automatic Sleep Mode | Enters ultra-low-power standby (<1 µA) after 100 µs of bus inactivity - reduces system-level power consumption |
Applications
| Industrial PLC Firmware Storage | Medical Device Boot Memory |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Storing and executing boot loader and real-time control firmware in programmable logic controllers with extended operating life requirements. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Non-volatile boot memory providing deterministic 90 ns instruction fetch latency and 20-year data retention at +85°C. Use Value: Eliminates need for external ECC or refresh circuitry due to built-in sector integrity and endurance validation. | Use Scenario: Holding certified diagnostic application code and calibration data in Class II medical imaging equipment requiring traceable firmware revisions. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure, field-upgradable code storage with Secured Silicon Sector for unique device serialization and anti-cloning. Use Value: Password-protected sector unprotection enables authorized firmware updates while preventing accidental or malicious corruption. |
| Automotive Infotainment Head Unit | Telecom Base Station Configuration |
Use Scenario: Hosting UI firmware and map data in automotive infotainment systems exposed to thermal cycling and vibration. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-reliability NOR Flash with 100,000 erase cycles and industrial temperature rating (–40°C to +85°C). Use Value: Uniform 64 Kword sector architecture simplifies over-the-air update partitioning and wear leveling implementation. | Use Scenario: Storing FPGA configuration bitstreams and runtime parameter tables in carrier-grade wireless base station radios. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Fast 25 ns page read mode accelerates FPGA reconfiguration during failover events. Use Value: Write buffer programming (13.5 µs/word with VHH) reduces reconfiguration downtime versus standard single-word programming. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar page-mode NOR Flash applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| S29GL256S90TFI01 | TSOP-56 package (vs. BGA); same 90 nm MirrorBit process, identical timing and command set | Preferred for prototyping or space-constrained PCBs where BGA assembly is not available | Select when manual rework or legacy board layout requires through-hole or gull-wing footprint |
| MX29GL256FHTI-90G | Macronix device; 90 ns access, but uses different CFI query structure and lacks VersatileI/O™ (VIO fixed to VCC) | Requires modified bootloader initialization sequence; no independent I/O voltage scaling | Choose only if existing design already uses Macronix CFI parser and VIO flexibility is not required |
Compared with S29GL256S90TFI01 and MX29GL256FHTI-90G, the S29GL256P90FFIR22 uniquely supports VIO voltage decoupling (1.65–VCC), enabling direct interface to 1.8 V logic without level shifters - reducing BOM count and signal integrity risk in mixed-voltage SoC designs.
Availability
S29GL256P90FFIR22 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial control systems, medical diagnostics equipment, automotive infotainment units, and telecom infrastructure requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for S29GL256P90FFIR22 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
Cypress Semiconductor (now part of Infineon Technologies) is a global leader in embedded solutions, specializing in high-reliability non-volatile memory, PSoC programmable systems-on-chip, and USB-C/power delivery ICs.
The S29GL-P series was designed specifically for embedded systems requiring robust, pin-compatible NOR Flash replacements with enhanced endurance, security, and mixed-voltage interoperability - targeting automotive, industrial, and networking applications.
FAQ
What is the function of the VIO pin on S29GL256P90FFIR22?
The VIO pin sets the voltage level for all input and output signals (address, control, and DQ lines), independent of VCC. It accepts 1.65 V to VCC, allowing direct interface with 1.8 V, 2.5 V, or 3.3 V logic without external level shifters - a key enabler for mixed-voltage SoC designs.
Does S29GL256P90FFIR22 support hardware write protection of specific sectors?
Yes - the WP#/ACC pin provides hardware-level protection of either the highest or lowest 64 Kword sector (configurable via model number suffix). When pulled low, it disables program/erase in that sector regardless of software protection settings, offering fail-safe firmware protection during power-up or brownout conditions.
How does the Secured Silicon Sector differ from standard flash sectors?
The Secured Silicon Sector is a dedicated 128-word (256-byte) region with factory-programmable or customer-lockable electronic serial number. Once locked, its contents cannot be erased or rewritten - providing immutable device identity for licensing, anti-counterfeiting, and secure boot chain validation in regulated environments.
Can S29GL256P90FFIR22 be used in byte-mode configuration?
Yes - asserting BYTE# low configures the device for 8-bit data bus operation, activating DQ0–DQ7 and repurposing DQ15/A-1 as the LSB address input (A-1). This mode maintains full 24-bit addressing capability and supports legacy 8-bit microcontrollers without external data bus multiplexing.
S29GL256P90FFIR22 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Series:
- GL-P
- Package/Case:
- 64-LBGA
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Memory Type:
- Non-Volatile
- Memory Format:
- FLASH
- Technology:
- FLASH - NOR
- Memory Size:
- 256Mbit
- Memory Organization:
- 32M x 8
- Memory Interface:
- Parallel
- Clock Frequency:
- -
- Write Cycle Time - Word, Page:
- 90ns
- Access Time:
- 90 ns
- Voltage - Supply:
- 3V ~ 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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