24LC16BHT-I/MNY

Memory IC Overview

The Microchip Technology 24LC16BHT-I/MNY is a 16-Kbit Electrically Erasable PROM organized as eight blocks of 256 x 8-bit memory. It operates with a single supply voltage ranging from 2.5V to 5.5V and supports a maximum clock frequency of 400 kHz via a two-wire I²C compatible serial interface. The device features a 900 ns access time, a 16-byte page write buffer, and hardware write protection for the upper half-array (addresses 400h-7FFh). It is housed in an 8-lead TDFN package and functions within an industrial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.

Memory IC Feature Summary

• Hardware write protection enables selective inhibition of write operations for the upper half of the memory array when the WP pin is tied high.
• Integrated Schmitt trigger inputs and output slope control provide noise suppression and eliminate ground bounce during data transmission.
• Self-timed erase/write cycles utilize an internal timer to manage programming duration without requiring external timing logic.

Memory IC Applications

• Embedded systems requiring non-volatile storage for configuration parameters
• Industrial controllers needing reliable data retention under varying environmental conditions
• Consumer electronics utilizing low-power serial communication protocols

Memory IC Procurement Notes

Verify that the ordering suffix 'HT' corresponds to tape-and-reel packaging and 'I' indicates the industrial temperature grade. Confirm the 'MNY' suffix matches the required 8-lead TDFN package dimensions. Ensure the design accounts for the specific voltage requirements of the 24LC16BH series compared to other variants in the family.

Memory IC Selection Notes

Select this component when a 16-Kbit capacity with I²C compatibility is required alongside physical write protection for critical data segments. The 24LC16BHT variant is suitable for automated surface-mount assembly processes due to its reel packaging. Consider the 400 kHz speed limit and 2.5V minimum operating voltage when designing the power and bus architecture.

Memory IC Part Context

This part belongs to the 24XX16H family of serial EEPROMs, which includes the 24AA16H and 24FC16H variants. While sharing similar architectural features, the 24LC16BH series is distinguished by its 2.5V minimum operating voltage, whereas other family members support operation down to 1.7V. All variants maintain the same 16-Kbit organization and I²C interface protocol.

Memory IC Replacement Considerations

Direct functional substitutes within the same package include the 24LC16BT-I/MNY. For broader compatibility across the family, the 24AA16H and 24FC16H devices offer identical memory organization but differ in minimum operating voltage specifications.