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MX25L6406EM2I-12G

MX25L6406EM2I-12G

Macronix
64 Mbit serial NOR flash available in industry-standard packages with quad I/O options for fast reads.
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Overview

The MX25L6406EM2I-12G is a 64Mbit serial NOR flash memory device manufactured by Macronix. It operates over a 2.7V to 3.6V supply range and features an 86 MHz clock frequency for high-speed data retrieval. Housed in a 200mil 8-SOP package, it provides a reliable non-volatile storage solution for systems requiring medium-density firmware or data logging capabilities via an SPI interface.

Why Choose This Part

This part features extremely low power consumption with standby and sleep currents of only 12uA, making it ideal for battery-operated designs. It supports Dual I/O operations to double the throughput of standard SPI, reaching effective data rates suitable for Execute-in-Place (XiP) applications. The 8M x 8 organization in an industry-standard SOP8 package ensures broad compatibility with existing PCB footprints and memory controllers.

Applications

Firmware Storage
Maintains boot code and operating system images for embedded microcontrollers and microprocessors.
Configuration Data
Storing user settings, calibration constants, and network profiles in consumer and industrial devices.
Event Logging
Recording system logs and sensor data in devices with low-to-moderate write frequency requirements.
IoT Edge Nodes
Providing local storage for OTA (Over-the-Air) update images and cached telemetry data.

Key Specifications

Technology FLASH - NOR
Memory Size 64Mbit
Memory Type Non-Volatile
Memory Format FLASH
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 8-SOIC (0.209", 5.30mm Width)
Clock Frequency 86 MHz
Memory Interface SPI
Voltage - Supply 2.7V ~ 3.6V
Memory Organization 8M x 8
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 8-SOP
Write Cycle Time - Word, Page 300us, 5ms

Getting Started

To interface with this device, use a standard SPI master capable of Mode 0 or Mode 3 communication at 3.3V logic levels. Development can be accelerated using generic SPI flash programmers or by using the SerialFlash library on platforms like Arduino and ESP32. Ensure a 0.1uF decoupling capacitor is placed close to the VCC pin to maintain signal integrity during high-speed 86 MHz operations.

Also Consider

W25Q64JVSSIQ Winbond Electronics - A widely available 64Mbit alternative supporting Quad SPI for even higher throughput requirements.
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