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W25Q40CLSNIG

W25Q40CLSNIG

Winbond Electronics
FLASH - NOR Memory IC 4Mbit SPI - Quad I/O 104 MHz 8-SOIC
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Overview

The W25Q40CLSNIG is a 4Mbit Serial Flash memory that supports Standard SPI, Dual SPI, and Quad SPI interfaces for high-performance data access. It operates on a single 2.3V to 3.6V supply with an active current as low as 1mA, making it suitable for power-sensitive embedded designs. The device features a flexible architecture with 4KB sectors and 32KB/64KB blocks to optimize storage management.

Why Choose This Part

It offers high performance with a 104 MHz clock frequency and Quad I/O capability, effectively providing up to 416 MHz equivalent throughput. The 4KB sector erase architecture allows for more efficient memory utilization when updating small amounts of data. Additionally, it features low power consumption with a 1uA power-down mode and includes a 64-bit unique serial number for device identification.

Applications

Microcontroller Boot Code
Storing bootloader and firmware images for small-footprint embedded systems that require fast startup using Quad SPI at 104 MHz.
Parameter Logging
Recording configuration settings, calibration data, or small event logs in space-constrained industrial or consumer devices.
Font and Graphic Storage
Providing non-volatile storage for UI assets such as small icons, bitmaps, and font tables for low-resolution displays.

Key Specifications

Technology FLASH - NOR
Memory Size 4Mbit
Memory Type Non-Volatile
Memory Format FLASH
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
Clock Frequency 104 MHz
Memory Interface SPI - Quad I/O
Voltage - Supply 2.3V ~ 3.6V
Memory Organization 512K x 8
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 8-SOIC
Write Cycle Time - Word, Page 800us

Getting Started

To interface with this memory, configure your MCU SPI peripheral for Mode 0 or Mode 3. Use standard JEDEC ID commands (9Fh) to verify communication before implementing sector erase (20h) and page program (02h) routines. For rapid prototyping, this SOIC-8 package is compatible with standard TSSOP/SOIC breakout boards and can be driven by any microcontroller with a 3.3V SPI interface.

W25Q40C Family

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Part Number Package Stock
W25Q40CLSNIG (this part) SOIC-8 12,944
W25Q40CLSSIG (Winbond) SOIC-8
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