24LC024T-I/SN

Memory IC Overview

The Microchip Technology 24LC024T-I/SN is a 2 Kbit (256 x 8) serial EEPROM featuring an I²C-compatible 2-wire interface. It operates on a single supply voltage ranging from 2.5V to 5.5V with a maximum clock frequency of 400 kHz and an access time of 900 ns. The device utilizes low-power CMOS technology, offering typical standby current of 1 μA and active read current of 1 mA. It supports hardware write protection via the WP pin, includes Schmitt trigger inputs for noise suppression, and provides data retention exceeding 200 years with over one million erase/write cycles.

Memory IC Feature Summary

• Hardware write-protect capability enabled by tying the WP pin to VCC
• I²C compatible 2-wire serial interface supporting up to four devices per bus
• Low-power CMOS design ensuring minimal active and standby current consumption
• Integrated Schmitt trigger inputs and output slope control for signal integrity

Memory IC Applications

• Data logging in industrial environments requiring non-volatile storage
• Configuration parameter storage in embedded systems
• Calibration data retention for sensor modules
• Device identification and security code storage

Memory IC Procurement Notes

Verify that the ordering suffix 'T' corresponds to tape-and-reel packaging as indicated by distributor listings. Confirm the 'I' designation matches the required -40°C to +85°C industrial temperature range. Ensure the SOIC package variant aligns with PCB footprint requirements. Cross-reference the specific revision level against the latest datasheet DS21210N to confirm compatibility with existing firmware protocols.

Memory IC Selection Notes

Select this component when a 2 Kbit capacity is sufficient for application needs. The 2.5V minimum operating voltage distinguishes it from the 1.7V capable 24AA024 series. Verify that the 8-pin SOIC package fits the available board space. Consider the 16-byte page write buffer size for optimizing write throughput in software drivers. Ensure the system logic levels are compatible with the open-drain SDA and SCL outputs.