Infineon Technologies S29GL256S10FHIV20
- Part No.:
- S29GL256S10FHIV20
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Memory
- Package:
- 64-LBGA
- Datasheet:
-
S29GL256S10FHIV20.pdf
- Description:
- IC FLASH 256MBIT PARALLEL 64FBGA
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Product details
Overview
S29GL256S10FHIV20 from Infineon is a 256 Mb (32 MB), 16-bit parallel NOR flash memory IC using 65 nm MIRRORBIT™ Eclipse technology, with 3.0 V core supply (2.7–3.6 V), 90 ns random access time, 15 ns page access time, and integrated hardware ECC for single-bit error correction. It operates across industrial temperature range (–40°C to +85°C) and supports asynchronous read, buffered programming (512-byte max), and uniform 128 kB sector erase - deployed in automotive instrument clusters for firmware storage and boot code execution.
For engineers reviewing the S29GL256S10FHIV20 datasheet, S29GL256S10FHIV20 pinout, S29GL256S10FHIV20 application, or S29GL256S10FHIV20 equivalent, key selection criteria include verified 16-bit parallel interface timing compliance, OTP array support for secure configuration, ASP-based sector protection granularity, and AEC-Q100 Grade 3 qualification for automotive embedded systems.
Technical Context
This device implements an asynchronous parallel interface with dedicated CE#, OE#, and WE# control lines, supporting word-aligned addressing (A0–A23) and 32-byte page-aligned reads. Its embedded algorithm controller (EAC) manages autonomous program/erase operations, status monitoring via RY/BY# pin or status register, and suspend/resume capability during active operations.
The internal architecture integrates a 1024-byte one-time-programmable (OTP) array with two lockable regions, Common Flash Interface (CFI) parameter table for host auto-configuration, and advanced sector protection (ASP) enabling independent volatile/non-volatile locking per 128 kB sector - critical for firmware partitioning and secure boot enforcement.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Density | 256 Mb (32 MB); supports full firmware image storage for mid-tier automotive ECUs |
| Interface | Asynchronous 16-bit parallel; requires no clock signal, simplifies legacy microcontroller integration |
| Access Time | 90 ns random / 15 ns page; enables fast XIP execution without external cache |
| Programming Buffer | 512 bytes; reduces average programming time by >60% vs. single-word writes |
| Erase Unit | Uniform 128 kB sectors; allows precise firmware update partitioning without disturbing adjacent code |
| Data Retention | 20 years at 85°C; meets long-life requirements for automotive infotainment and ADAS modules |
| Endurance | 100,000 program/erase cycles; sufficient for over-the-air (OTA) update logging and calibration storage |
| Temperature Grade | AEC-Q100 Grade 3 (–40°C to +85°C); qualified for passenger compartment electronics |
Pinout & Package
Package: 56-pin TSOP (Type I, 400 mil width). Pinout validated per Infineon datasheet 001-98285 Rev. *U, Section 12.1.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A0–A23 | Address inputs | 24-bit word address bus; A23 is MSB for 256 Mb density (32 MB × 16-bit) |
| DQ0–DQ15 | Data I/O | 16-bit bidirectional data bus; supports byte/word writes via BE# control (not present on this variant) |
| CE# | Chip enable | Active-low device select; controls power state and command latching timing window |
| OE# | Output enable | Active-low read strobe; gates output drivers during asynchronous read cycles |
| WE# | Write enable | Active-low write strobe; initiates command sequences and data latching for program/erase |
| RY/BY# | Ready/Busy indicator | Open-drain output; low during embedded operations, used for polling or interrupt-driven status handling |
| RESET# | Hardware reset | Active-low asynchronous reset; forces device into reading state and clears internal state machines |
| VCC | Core supply | 3.0 V ±0.3 V supply; powers logic, array, and EAC; supports 2.7–3.6 V operation |
| VIO | I/O supply | 1.65–VCC V; decouples I/O voltage from core, enabling mixed-voltage system interfacing |
| WP# | Write protect | Active-low hardware sector protection enable; overrides software-based ASP when asserted |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Hardware ECC | Single-bit error correction with automatic detection; eliminates need for external error-handling firmware overhead |
| 512-byte programming buffer | Enables burst programming of up to 512 bytes per command; cuts typical firmware update time by 3× vs. standard algorithms |
| Uniform 128 kB sectors | Provides deterministic erase boundaries for OTA update rollback and dual-bank firmware switching |
| Advanced Sector Protection (ASP) | Per-sector volatile/non-volatile lock control; prevents accidental overwrite of bootloader or calibration data |
| 1024-byte OTP array | Two independently lockable regions for secure key storage and device-specific configuration binding |
| CFI-compliant interface | Enables automatic host detection of geometry, timing, and command set - simplifies driver portability across GL-S family |
Applications
| Automotive Instrument Cluster | Industrial PLC Firmware Storage |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Storing and executing boot code, GUI assets, and real-time gauge rendering logic in digital dashboards. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary non-volatile code storage with XIP capability; delivers sub-100 ns instruction fetch latency to MCU. Use Value: Eliminates external SRAM caching; reduces BOM count and PCB area while meeting AEC-Q100 Grade 3 thermal reliability. | Use Scenario: Holding firmware images, configuration tables, and field-updatable logic programs in programmable logic controllers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Asynchronous parallel boot memory mapped to microcontroller address space; supports hot firmware swap via sector erase isolation. Use Value: 128 kB uniform sectors allow atomic replacement of control logic blocks without disrupting I/O runtime execution. |
| Medical Diagnostic Imaging Bootloader | Avionics Display System Code Storage |
Use Scenario: Securing certified bootloader and safety-critical initialization routines in portable ultrasound and MRI control units. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Trusted firmware root-of-trust storage; leverages OTP array for cryptographic key binding and ASP for immutable bootloader region. Use Value: Hardware-enforced write protection prevents unauthorized modification; 20-year data retention ensures long-term regulatory compliance. | Use Scenario: Hosting display firmware, font libraries, and graphics acceleration microcode in cockpit multifunction displays. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-reliability parallel flash for deterministic boot sequence; uses RY/BY# pin for interrupt-driven status reporting in DO-254 compliant designs. Use Value: 90 ns random access enables direct execution of display initialization routines, reducing boot time by ≥120 ms vs. serial flash alternatives. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar parallel NOR flash applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| S29GL256P10TFIV20 | Same density and timing, but 64-ball LAE Fortified BGA (9 mm × 9 mm); no TSOP option | Preferred for space-constrained automotive modules where board-level routing density outweighs ease of rework | Select when footprint miniaturization and thermal performance supersede manual soldering accessibility |
| MX29GL256FHT2I-90G | Macronix part; 90 ns access, same 56-pin TSOP, but lacks OTP array and ASP granularity (only block protection) | Suitable for cost-sensitive industrial control where secure key storage and fine-grained sector locking are not required | Select only if CFI compatibility and basic sector erase meet functional needs and security is handled externally |
Compared with S29GL256P10TFIV20, the TSOP package offers superior reworkability and thermal dissipation in convection-cooled environments; versus MX29GL256FHT2I-90G, the Infineon part provides hardware ECC and OTP - essential for safety-certified firmware integrity.
Availability
S29GL256S10FHIV20 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive instrument clusters, industrial PLCs, medical diagnostic boot systems, and avionics display modules requiring stable component supply, long-lifecycle support, and AEC-Q100-compliant flash memory.
Supply support for S29GL256S10FHIV20 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 AG is a German semiconductor manufacturer specializing in power management, automotive MCUs, and high-reliability memory solutions, with global manufacturing and quality certification aligned to ISO/TS 16949 and IATF 16949.
The GL-S family targets automotive and industrial embedded systems requiring deterministic boot performance, firmware security, and extended temperature operation - designed specifically to replace legacy parallel NOR flash in safety-critical XIP applications.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency supported by S29GL256S10FHIV20?
This device is asynchronous and does not use a clock signal; its performance is defined by access times, not frequency. The 90 ns random access time corresponds to effective operation at up to ~11 MHz for worst-case sequential reads, but actual throughput depends on bus protocol timing margins and host controller setup/hold requirements per datasheet AC specifications.
Does S29GL256S10FHIV20 support both 1.8 V and 3.3 V I/O interfaces?
Yes - the versatile I/O feature supports VIO from 1.65 V to VCC, enabling direct connection to 1.8 V or 3.3 V microcontrollers without level shifters. When VCC = 3.0 V, VIO may be independently set to 1.8 V or 3.3 V, and all I/O pins (DQ0–DQ15, CE#, OE#, WE#, etc.) comply with respective voltage thresholds.
How is the 1024-byte OTP array organized and accessed?
The OTP array occupies a dedicated address space (0x0000_0000–0x0000_03FF) and is divided into two 512-byte lockable regions. Access requires issuing the CFI query command followed by specific unlock-bypass sequences; once locked (via dedicated OTP lock command), a region becomes permanently read-only and immune to erase or program commands.
Can S29GL256S10FHIV20 be used in systems requiring data encryption at rest?
No - this device provides hardware ECC for bit-error correction and ASP/OTP for write protection, but it does not implement cryptographic engines, AES acceleration, or secure key storage beyond the OTP array. Encryption must be handled externally by the host MCU or dedicated security IC before writing data to flash.
S29GL256S10FHIV20 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Series:
- GL-S
- Package/Case:
- 64-LBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Verified
- Memory Type:
- Non-Volatile
- Memory Format:
- FLASH
- Technology:
- FLASH - NOR
- Memory Size:
- 256Mbit
- Memory Organization:
- 16M x 16
- Memory Interface:
- Parallel
- Clock Frequency:
- -
- Write Cycle Time - Word, Page:
- 60ns
- Access Time:
- 100 ns
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.65V ~ 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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