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PCF85263ATT/AJ

PCF85263ATT/AJ

NXP Semiconductors
Real Time Clock Low Power Real time clocks
7,903 in stock

Overview

The PCF85263ATT/AJ is an ultra-low power CMOS Real-Time Clock and calendar optimized for highly integrated battery-backed applications. It features a versatile battery management circuit that handles automatic switching between main and backup power, along with a programmable offset register for fine-tuning clock frequency accuracy.

Why Choose This Part

This RTC offers exceptional flexibility with two independent interrupt generators and a built-in watchdog timer, reducing the need for external supervisory ICs. Its wide operating voltage range from 0.9V to 5.5V ensures functionality across various power rail configurations, while the automatic battery switchover simplifies robust power path design.

Applications

Battery-Powered IoT Nodes
Provides accurate timekeeping and wake-up interrupts while drawing as little as 280nA in sleep mode.
Tamper-Evident Systems
Utilizes three integrated timestamp registers to log the exact time of external events or power-down occurrences.
Industrial Automation
Acts as a reliable system heartbeat and watchdog timer for microcontrollers in harsh environments up to 85C.

Key Specifications

Type Clock/Calendar
Features Alarm, Leap Year, Watchdog Timer
Interface I2C, 2-Wire Serial
Date Format YY-MM-DD-dd
Time Format HH:MM:SS:hh (12/24 hr)
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 8-TSSOP, 8-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width)
Voltage - Supply 0.9V ~ 5.5V
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC
Supplier Device Package 8-TSSOP
Voltage - Supply, Battery 0.9V ~ 5.5V
Current - Timekeeping (Max) 0.885uA @ 3.3V

Getting Started

To begin development, interface the PCF85263 via the I2C bus and ensure the 32.768 kHz crystal is placed close to the pins to minimize parasitic capacitance. Use the programmable offset register to calibrate for crystal frequency deviations caused by temperature or manufacturing tolerances.

Also Consider

DS1307 Analog Devices / Maxim Integrated - A common alternative for 5V systems requiring simpler implementation without the integrated battery switch circuitry.
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