Microchip Technology SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE
- Part No.:
- SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE
- Manufacturer:
- Microchip Technology
- Category:
- Memory
- Package:
- 48-TFBGA
- Datasheet:
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SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE.pdf
- Description:
- IC FLASH 16MBIT PARALLEL 48TFBGA
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Product details
Overview
SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE from Microchip Technology (formerly Silicon Storage Technology) is a 16 Mbit (1M × 16) Multi-Purpose Flash Plus (MPF+) memory IC designed for embedded program/data storage in low-voltage systems. It operates from 1.65–1.95 V, delivers 70 ns read access time, supports bottom-block hardware write protection (000000H–007FFFH), and features sector/block/chip erase with erase-suspend/resume capability.
For engineers reviewing the SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE datasheet, SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE pinout, SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE application, or SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE equivalent, key selection considerations include its 48-ball WFBGA (4 mm × 6 mm) package, JEDEC-compliant x16 asynchronous interface, SuperFlash technology-based reliability (100,000 program/erase cycles, >100-year data retention), and dual status detection (DQ6 toggle, DQ7 polling).
Technical Context
The SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE implements a split-gate SuperFlash cell architecture with thick-oxide tunneling injector, enabling fixed erase/program times independent of cycle count. Its command set follows JEDEC-standard flash pin assignments and supports software data protection via three-byte (program) and six-byte (erase) sequences.
It integrates hardware block protection on the bottom 32 KWord (256 KB) boot sector, RST#-driven hardware reset to Read mode, and CFI Query support (SST and general modes) for system-level identification and configuration. The device uses latched address/data and provides Auto Low Power mode (5 µA standby, 5 µA auto-low-power current) triggered by valid Read operations.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Memory Density | 16 Mbit (1,048,576 × 16-bit words) - supports full firmware image or configuration storage in space-constrained designs. |
| Read Access Time | 70 ns - enables direct execution (XIP) from flash in microcontroller-based systems without performance penalty. |
| Supply Voltage | 1.65–1.95 V - compatible with modern ultra-low-voltage SoCs and battery-powered applications. |
| Endurance | 100,000 program/erase cycles - ensures long-term field reliability for infrequently updated firmware or calibration data. |
| Data Retention | >100 years - eliminates need for periodic refresh or backup in sealed industrial or automotive modules. |
| Erase Granularity | 2 KWord sectors (4 KB) / 32 KWord blocks (64 KB) - allows fine-grained updates without erasing entire device. |
| Write Protection | Hardware bottom-block (000000H–007FFFH) via WP# - prevents accidental overwrite of boot code during field firmware upgrades. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 48-ball WFBGA (4 mm × 6 mm), RoHS-compliant, AEC-Q100 qualified option available.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A0–A19 | Address Inputs | 100% addressable 1M-word space; A19 is MSB; sector/block selection uses A0–A11 (sector) or A0–A15 (block). |
| DQ0–DQ15 | Data I/O | x16 bidirectional bus; outputs tri-stated when CE# or OE# high; latched internally during writes. |
| CE# | Chip Enable | Active-low chip select; device enters standby (5 µA) when high; required low for all operations except Write Inhibit. |
| OE# | Output Enable | Active-low output gate; controls data bus drive; must be low with CE# for valid reads. |
| WE# | Write Enable | Controls timing of command/address/data latching; falling edge latches address, rising edge latches data. |
| WP# | Write Protect | Hardware lock for bottom 32 KWord boot block; grounded = protection enabled; floating = internal pull-up disables protection. |
| RST# | Reset | Hardware abort of in-progress erase/program; forces return to Read mode within TRP (min 100 ns). |
| VDD | Power Supply | 1.65–1.95 V core supply; internal VPP generation eliminates external high-voltage requirement. |
| VSS | Ground | Reference for all I/O and core logic; two dedicated VSS balls ensure stable low-impedance return path. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Erase-Suspend/Resume | Allows real-time read access to non-suspended sectors during active erase, enabling background firmware validation. |
| Security ID | 256-bit factory + user programmable ID space (128-bit each); user segment lockable to prevent tampering. |
| Auto Low Power Mode | Reduces active read current from 5 mA to 5 µA after valid access-cuts power by 1000× during idle intervals. |
| End-of-Write Detection | Dual-status signaling (DQ6 toggle + DQ7 polling) enables deterministic host software timing without fixed delays. |
| SuperFlash Reliability | Fixed 36 ms sector/block erase and 28 µs word-program times across full lifecycle-no software de-rating needed. |
Applications
| Industrial PLC Firmware Storage | Automotive Instrument Cluster Boot Code |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Storing and updating ladder logic firmware in programmable logic controllers operating in harsh temperature environments (-40°C to +85°C). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Nonvolatile program memory providing XIP-capable boot and runtime code with hardware-protected boot sector. Use Value: Bottom-block protection prevents corruption of critical startup routines during over-the-air updates; 100K-cycle endurance supports decades of field maintenance. |
Use Scenario: Holding calibrated display firmware and safety-critical boot code in automotive digital instrument clusters. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: AEC-Q100-qualified flash memory serving as primary boot ROM with guaranteed 70 ns read latency for fast startup. Use Value: >100-year data retention ensures calibration data integrity over vehicle lifetime; erase-suspend enables concurrent diagnostics during firmware patching. |
| Medical Device Configuration Memory | IoT Edge Gateway Firmware Image |
Use Scenario: Storing device-specific calibration tables, regulatory compliance settings, and audit logs in portable diagnostic equipment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure, low-power configuration storage with user-programmable Security ID for traceability and anti-counterfeiting. Use Value: 128-bit user Security ID enables unique device binding; 1.65–1.95 V operation extends battery life in handheld units. |
Use Scenario: Hosting upgradable Linux kernel and root filesystem in compact, fanless IoT gateways deployed in remote locations. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-density (16 Mbit), JEDEC-compliant flash supporting robust OTA update mechanisms with sector-level rollback. Use Value: Uniform 4 KB sectors allow atomic firmware partition updates; CFI Query support simplifies bootloader compatibility across vendor platforms. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar flash memory applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MX29LV160ETTI-70G | 3.0 V supply (2.7–3.6 V), 70 ns access, top-boot configuration, no erase-suspend, no Security ID. | Lacks low-voltage operation and advanced features; suitable only where 3 V rail is available and boot protection direction matches. | Select only if legacy 3 V design requires pin-compatible replacement and erase-suspend/Security ID are unnecessary. |
| S29GL032N90TFI010 | 3.0 V supply, 90 ns access, 32 Mbit density, bottom-boot, no Auto Low Power mode, no Security ID. | Higher density but slower access and higher voltage; lacks power optimization and security features critical for battery/IoT use. | Consider only when 32 Mbit capacity is mandatory and system can tolerate 90 ns latency and 3 V operation. |
Compared with MX29LV160ETTI-70G and S29GL032N90TFI010, the SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE uniquely combines 1.65–1.95 V operation, 70 ns speed, bottom-boot hardware protection, erase-suspend, and Security ID in a 48-ball WFBGA-making it optimal for next-generation ultra-low-power, secure, and AEC-Q100-ready designs.
Availability
SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial PLC firmware storage, automotive instrument cluster boot code, medical device configuration memory, and IoT edge gateway firmware image applications requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long product lifecycles.
Supply support for SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE 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 now develops and manufactures its SuperFlash-based flash memory portfolio, emphasizing reliability, low-voltage operation, and embedded system integration.
The SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE belongs to the Multi-Purpose Flash Plus (MPF+) product line, engineered specifically for cost-sensitive, space-constrained embedded applications demanding high endurance, ultra-low power, and hardware-assisted security in 1.8 V systems.
FAQ
What is the exact memory organization of the SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE?
The SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE is organized as 1,048,576 words × 16 bits (1M × 16), totaling 16 Mbit. Its address space spans A0–A19, with bottom 32 KWord (000000H–007FFFH) designated as hardware-protected boot block. This structure supports direct x16 bus interfacing with microcontrollers and DSPs without data width translation.
Does the SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE support both top-boot and bottom-boot configurations?
No-the SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE supports bottom-boot hardware block protection only, covering addresses 000000H–007FFFH. The top-boot variant is the SST39WF1602. This distinction is hardwired in silicon; the SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE cannot be configured as top-boot via software or pin strapping.
How does the Auto Low Power mode function in the SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE?
The SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE enters Auto Low Power mode automatically after a valid Read operation completes, reducing active current from 5 mA to 5 µA. It exits instantly on any address or control signal transition (e.g., CE# toggle) with zero access time penalty-ideal for burst-read applications with intermittent activity.
Can the Security ID of the SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE be reprogrammed after initial programming?
The factory-programmed 128-bit Security ID segment is permanently locked and immutable. The user-programmable 128-bit segment can be written once using the Security ID Word-Program command; after executing the User Sec ID Program Lock-Out command, further writes are disabled. Unlocked bits ('1') may be overwritten with '0', but '0' bits cannot be restored to '1'.
What JEDEC standards does the SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE comply with?
The SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE conforms to JEDEC Standard JESD21-C for Flash EEPROM pin assignments and command sets, and supports both SST-specific and general Common Flash Interface (CFI) Query modes per JEDEC publication 100. It also meets RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and AEC-Q100 stress test requirements for automotive qualification.
SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Microchip Technology
- Series:
- SST39 MPF™
- Package/Case:
- 48-TFBGA
- 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:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 48-TFBGA
SST39WF1601-70-4I-B3KE FAQ
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
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