Microchip Technology SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE
- Part No.:
- SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE
- Manufacturer:
- Microchip Technology
- Category:
- Memory
- Package:
- 48-WFBGA
- Datasheet:
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SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE.pdf
- Description:
- IC FLASH 16MBIT PARALLEL 48WFBGA
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Product details
Overview
SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE from Microchip Technology (formerly Silicon Storage Technology) is a 16 Mbit (1M × 16) Multi-Purpose Flash Plus (MPF+) memory IC designed for embedded program, configuration, and data storage in low-voltage systems. It operates from 1.65–1.95 V, delivers 70 ns read access time, supports hardware bottom-block protection (000000H–007FFFH), and features uniform 2 KWord sector and 32 KWord block erase capabilities.
For engineers reviewing the SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE datasheet, SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE pinout, SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE application, or SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE equivalent, this page provides verified functional identity, JEDEC-compliant x16 interface timing, SuperFlash reliability metrics (100K cycles, >100-year retention), and package-specific pin mapping for 48-ball WFBGA (4 mm × 6 mm).
Technical Context
The SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE implements a split-gate SuperFlash cell architecture with thick-oxide tunneling injector, enabling fixed erase/program times independent of cycle count. It uses standard JEDEC x16 asynchronous command sets-including three-byte software data protection for word-program and six-byte sequences for sector/block/chip-erase-and supports both Data# Polling (DQ7) and Toggle Bit (DQ6/DQ2) status detection.
Hardware block protection is implemented via the WP# pin to lock the bottom 32 KWord boot block (000000H–007FFFH). The device includes RST# for hardware reset to read mode, supports CFI Query (SST and general modes), and integrates a 256-bit Security ID (128-bit factory + 128-bit user programmable) with lock-out capability.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Memory Density | 16 Mbit (1,048,576 × 16-bit words); enables compact firmware storage without external bus widening. |
| Read Access Time | 70 ns at 1.65–1.95 V; meets real-time boot and code-execution timing in resource-constrained microcontrollers. |
| Write Voltage Range | 1.65–1.95 V single supply; eliminates need for charge pumps or auxiliary voltage rails during program/erase. |
| Endurance & Retention | 100,000 program/erase cycles typical; >100 years data retention-suitable for field-upgradable industrial firmware. |
| Erase Granularity | Uniform 2 KWord sectors (8 KB) and 32 KWord blocks (64 KB); allows fine-grained updates without full chip erase. |
| Power Consumption | 5 µA standby / 5 mA active (5 MHz typical); supports battery-backed or ultra-low-power always-on applications. |
| Protection Mechanism | Hardware bottom-block protection (WP#-enabled) + JEDEC-compliant Software Data Protection (SDP); prevents accidental corruption of boot code. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 48-ball WFBGA (4 mm × 6 mm), RoHS-compliant, AEC-Q100 qualified option available. Pin assignments conform to JEDEC-standard x16 flash layout.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A0–A19 | Address Inputs | 20-bit address bus; A19–A0 select 1M-word locations; AMS = A19 per JEDEC spec. |
| DQ0–DQ15 | Data I/O | 16-bit bidirectional data bus; latched internally during write; tri-state when CE# or OE# high. |
| CE# | Chip Enable | Active-low chip select; device enters standby (5 µA) when high; required low for all operations. |
| OE# | Output Enable | Active-low output gate; controls data bus drive; high = high-impedance state. |
| WE# | Write Enable | Active-low control for write cycles; latches address/data edges per JEDEC timing protocol. |
| WP# | Write Protect | Active-low hardware lock for bottom 32 KWord boot block (000000H–007FFFH); floating = unprotected. |
| RST# | Reset | Active-low hardware reset; forces immediate return to read mode; TRP min. pulse width required. |
| VDD | Power Supply | 1.65–1.95 V core supply; internal VPP generation eliminates external high-voltage circuitry. |
| VSS | Ground | Reference ground for all I/O and core logic; two dedicated VSS balls in WFBGA package. |
| NC | No Connect | Unbonded balls (e.g., A18, A19 in some layouts); no electrical function; must be left unconnected. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Erase-Suspend/Resume | Allows read/program from non-suspended sectors during active erase-enables real-time system responsiveness. |
| Auto Low Power Mode | Reduces active read current from 9 mA to 5 µA after valid access; no wake-up latency on address/control transition. |
| Security ID Space | 256-bit segmented ID (128-bit factory locked + 128-bit user programmable); supports secure device authentication. |
| CFI Query Support | Compatible with both SST-specific and JEDEC general CFI modes; enables standardized flash driver interoperability. |
| Toggle Bit Status Detection | DQ6/DQ2 toggling during erase/program provides deterministic, clockless operation status-no polling overhead. |
Applications
| Industrial PLC Firmware Storage | Automotive Infotainment Boot Memory |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Storing and updating ladder logic firmware in programmable logic controllers operating in extended temperature environments (-40°C to +85°C). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Nonvolatile program memory providing fast 70 ns read access for deterministic scan-cycle execution. Use Value: Bottom-block protection ensures bootloader integrity; 100K endurance supports decades of field updates without replacement. |
Use Scenario: Holding boot code and configuration data for head-unit microcontrollers in vehicles requiring AEC-Q100 compliance. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary x16 flash memory interfacing directly with ARM Cortex-M or RISC-V host processors. Use Value: Single 1.65–1.95 V supply simplifies power design; WFBGA package enables high-density automotive PCB layouts. |
| Medical Device Configuration Storage | IoT Edge Node Firmware Repository |
Use Scenario: Retaining calibration parameters and safety-critical configuration profiles in portable diagnostic equipment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure, long-retention data storage with hardware write protection against EMI-induced corruption. Use Value: >100-year data retention meets regulatory requirements for medical device lifetime traceability. |
Use Scenario: Hosting over-the-air (OTA) update images and runtime firmware partitions in battery-powered sensor nodes. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-power flash memory supporting frequent partial rewrites using sector-erase granularity. Use Value: 5 µA standby current extends battery life; erase-suspend enables concurrent sensor sampling during OTA apply. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar flash memory applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winbond W25Q16JVSIQ | Quad SPI interface, 3V supply (2.7–3.6 V), 16 Mbit density, no hardware WP# block protection. | Requires SPI controller and level-shifting for 1.8 V systems; lacks bottom-boot hardware lock. | Select only if SPI interface and higher voltage tolerance are acceptable; not drop-in for x16 parallel bus designs. |
| Macronix MX29GL160EHTI-70G | Parallel x16 interface, 2.7–3.6 V supply, 70 ns access, top-boot block protection (not bottom). | Same pinout but inverted boot-block location; incompatible WP# protection range for SST39WF1601 use cases. | Use only if top-boot protection suffices; verify address map alignment before PCB integration. |
Compared with Winbond W25Q16JVSIQ and Macronix MX29GL160EHTI-70G, the SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE uniquely combines 1.65–1.95 V operation, bottom-boot hardware protection, and JEDEC x16 compatibility-making it irreplaceable in legacy low-voltage parallel-memory designs requiring guaranteed boot-sector security.
Availability
SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial PLCs, automotive infotainment systems, and medical diagnostics equipment requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long product lifecycles.
Supply support for SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE 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
Microchip Technology acquired Silicon Storage Technology (SST) in 2016 and maintains full ownership of the MPF+ flash product line, including process IP, qualification data, and long-term support commitments.
The SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE belongs to the Multi-Purpose Flash Plus family, engineered specifically for low-voltage embedded systems needing reliable, high-endurance firmware storage with hardware-level boot protection and JEDEC-standard interoperability.
FAQ
What is the exact memory organization of the SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE?
The SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE is organized as 1,048,576 words × 16 bits (1M × 16), totaling 16 Mbit. Its physical address space spans 000000H to 0FFFFFH, with the bottom 32 KWord (000000H–007FFFH) designated as the hardware-protected boot block. This structure is fixed and confirmed in the official datasheet DS-20005014B.
Does the SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE support both sector and block erase, and what are their sizes?
Yes, the SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE supports uniform sector erase (2 KWord = 8 KB per sector) and uniform block erase (32 KWord = 64 KB per block), as verified in Table 1 and Section 6 of DS-20005014B. Sector-erase time is 36 ms typical; block-erase time is also 36 ms typical-both independent of accumulated cycle count due to SuperFlash technology.
How does hardware write protection work on the SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE?
Hardware write protection on the SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE is enabled by pulling the WP# pin low, which locks the bottom 32 KWord boot block (000000H–007FFFH) against program and erase operations. If WP# is left floating, an internal pull-up holds it high, disabling protection. This behavior is explicitly defined in Table 3 and Section 9 of DS-20005014B.
Is the SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE compatible with standard JEDEC x16 flash command sets?
Yes, the SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE conforms fully to JEDEC-standard pin assignments and command sets for x16 asynchronous flash memories, including software data protection sequences, CFI Query modes, and Product Identification protocols. This compatibility is stated on page 2 and validated in Tables 5–6 of DS-20005014B.
What package type is used for the SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE suffix "MAQE"?
The "MAQE" suffix denotes the 48-ball WFBGA package (4 mm × 6 mm), as confirmed in Figure 3 and Section 1 of DS-20005014B. This differs from the TFBGA variant (suffix "MAQ") and is explicitly listed under "Packages Available" on page 1 of the datasheet.
SST39WF1601-70-4C-MAQE Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Microchip Technology
- Series:
- SST39 MPF™
- Package/Case:
- 48-WFBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Memory Type:
- Non-Volatile
- Memory Format:
- FLASH
- Technology:
- FLASH
- Memory Size:
- 16Mbit
- Memory Organization:
- 1M x 16
- Memory Interface:
- Parallel
- Clock Frequency:
- -
- Write Cycle Time - Word, Page:
- 40µs
- Access Time:
- 70 ns
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.65V ~ 1.95V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 70°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 48-WFBGA (6x4)
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