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MX25L25645GM2I-08G

MX25L25645GM2I-08G

Macronix
FLASH - NOR Memory IC 256Mbit SPI 120 MHz 8-SOP
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Overview

The MX25L25645GM2I-08G is a high-performance 256Mbit CMOS MXSMIO (Serial Multi I/O) Flash memory organized as 32M x 8. It supports Single, Dual, and Quad I/O modes along with Double Transfer Rate (DTR) and Quad Peripheral Interface (QPI) for high-speed data throughput up to 133MHz. Operating from a 2.7V to 3.6V supply, this NOR flash is designed for systems requiring fast boot times and execute-in-place (XIP) capabilities.

Why Choose This Part

This device offers exceptional flexibility with its DTR and QPI modes, achieving high read performance that rivals parallel flash interfaces while maintaining a small 8-SOP footprint. It features 4KB uniform sectors and larger 32KB/64KB blocks for efficient erase management, alongside a 256-byte page buffer for fast programming. Reliability is enhanced by 100,000 erase/program cycles, latch-up protection up to 100mA, and a dedicated 4K-bit secure OTP area for sensitive identifiers.

Applications

High-Speed Code Execution
Utilizing XIP (execute-in-place) and QPI modes to run firmware directly from flash, reducing the need for large internal RAM.
Industrial Networking Equipment
Storing complex firmware and configuration data for routers, switches, and industrial gateways that require high reliability and 20-year data retention.
Embedded Computing
Reliable storage for bootloaders and operating system kernels in embedded Linux or RTOS environments.
Automotive Telematics
Providing non-volatile storage for data logging and system firmware in dashboard and connectivity modules.

Key Specifications

Technology FLASH - NOR
Memory Size 256Mbit
Memory Type Non-Volatile
Memory Format FLASH
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 8-SOIC (0.209", 5.30mm Width)
Clock Frequency 120 MHz
Memory Interface SPI
Voltage - Supply 2.7V ~ 3.6V
Memory Organization 32M x 8
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 8-SOP
Write Cycle Time - Word, Page 30us, 750us

Getting Started

To interface with the MX25L25645G, configure your microcontroller SPI peripheral for Mode 0 or Mode 3 and ensure the 2.7V to 3.6V supply is stable. Engineers should consult the Serial Flash Discoverable Parameters (SFDP) table within the device to automatically detect timing and instruction sets. Software development can be accelerated using standard SPI-NOR drivers found in frameworks like Zephyr RTOS or the Linux MTD (Memory Technology Device) subsystem.