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MX25U51245GZ4I00

MX25U51245GZ4I00

Macronix
FLASH - NOR Memory IC 512Mbit SPI - Quad I/O, QPI, DTR 166 MHz 8-WSON (8x6)
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Overview

The MX25U51245GZ4I00 is a high-performance 512Mbit CMOS MXSMIO (Serial Multi I/O) Flash memory operating on a low 1.8V supply rail. It supports Quad I/O and Quad Peripheral Interface (QPI) modes with Double Transfer Rate (DTR) support, enabling clock frequencies up to 166 MHz for high-speed data throughput.

Why Choose This Part

This device offers a significant performance boost through DTR mode and a 166 MHz clock, while maintaining a low 20uA standby current for energy efficiency. The flexible architecture supports 4K byte sectors and 32K/64K byte blocks, combined with advanced sector protection and an 8K-bit security OTP area for robust data integrity.

Applications

High-Resolution Display Buffering
Storing graphical assets and frame buffers in embedded systems requiring fast 166 MHz read speeds for smooth UI performance.
Fast Boot Applications
Utilizing Quad I/O and DTR modes to minimize system startup time by rapidly shadowing code from Flash to RAM.
Industrial IoT Gateways
Providing high-density non-volatile storage for logs, configuration data, and firmware updates in power-sensitive 1.8V environments.
FPGA Configuration
Serving as a reliable configuration memory for FPGAs that support 1.8V SPI/QPI bitstream loading.

Key Specifications

Technology FLASH - NOR
Memory Size 512Mbit
Memory Type Non-Volatile
Memory Format FLASH
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 8-WDFN Exposed Pad
Clock Frequency 166 MHz
Memory Interface SPI - Quad I/O, QPI, DTR
Voltage - Supply 1.65V ~ 2V
Memory Organization 64M x 8
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 8-WSON (8x6)
Write Cycle Time - Word, Page 60us, 750us

Getting Started

Integration requires an SPI or QPI controller capable of 1.8V logic levels. Development can be accelerated using the Macronix Serial Flash Discoverable Parameters (SFDP) mode to automatically configure driver settings, and the device is compatible with standard programmer hardware that supports the 8-WSON package.

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Memory & Storage > NOR Flash
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