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24LC32A-I/P

MCHP24LC32A-I/P

Microchip Technology
Widely used 32-Kbit I2C EEPROM alternative with similar voltage range and I2C compatibility for easy drop-in replacement.
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Overview

The 24LC32A-I/P is a 32-Kbit I2C serial EEPROM designed for non-volatile storage in a wide range of embedded systems. It operates across a broad voltage range of 2.5V to 5.5V and features a 400 kHz clock frequency with standard I2C protocol compatibility. This specific variant is housed in an 8-pin PDIP package, making it ideal for prototyping and through-hole assembly applications.

Why Choose This Part

The 24LC32A-I/P offers high reliability with over 1 million erase/write cycles and a data retention rating of more than 200 years. Its robust design includes Schmitt Trigger inputs for noise suppression and output slope control to minimize ground bounce during high-speed operation. Additionally, it features a 32-byte page write buffer and hardware write-protection for improved data integrity.

Applications

Configuration Storage
Maintaining device settings, calibration constants, and network configuration data across power cycles.
Data Logging
Recording periodic sensor data or system events in low-frequency monitoring applications.
Microcontroller Companion
Supplementing MCU internal memory for storing look-up tables or user preferences.
Identification and Serializing
Storing unique serial numbers, MAC addresses, or hardware version information for product tracking.

Key Specifications

Technology EEPROM
Access Time 900 ns
Memory Size 32Kbit
Memory Type Non-Volatile
Memory Format EEPROM
Mounting Type Through Hole
Package / Case 8-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm)
Clock Frequency 400 kHz
Memory Interface I2C
Voltage - Supply 2.5V ~ 5.5V
Memory Organization 4K x 8
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 8-PDIP
Write Cycle Time - Word, Page 5ms

Getting Started

To integrate this memory, connect the SDA and SCL lines to your microcontroller's I2C bus with appropriate pull-up resistors (typically 4.7k ohms). The A0, A1, and A2 pins should be tied to VSS or VCC to set the device address, and the WP pin can be pulled high to enable hardware write protection. Many platforms like Arduino or STM32 provide standard I2C libraries that support the 24-series EEPROM protocol directly.

Also Consider

CAT24C32WI-GT3 ONonsemi - A 32-Kbit I2C alternative available in an SOIC package if surface mount footprint is preferred over through-hole.
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