24VL024H/MS

Memory IC Overview

The Microchip Technology 24VL024H/MS is a 2 Kbit (256 x 8) serial EEPROM featuring a 2-wire I2C interface. It operates within a supply voltage range of 1.5V to 3.6V and supports clock frequencies up to 400 kHz. The device includes hardware write protection for the upper half of the memory array via the WP pin, utilizes Schmitt trigger inputs for noise suppression, and offers data retention exceeding 200 years with over one million erase/write cycles.

Memory IC Feature Summary

• Hardware write protection enables selective locking of the upper half of the memory array through the dedicated WP pin.
• Integrated Schmitt trigger inputs on SDA and SCL lines provide enhanced noise spike suppression for reliable operation in noisy environments.
• Supports cascading up to eight devices on a single bus using configurable chip select address pins A0, A1, and A2.

Memory IC Applications

• Low-power embedded systems requiring non-volatile data storage
• I2C bus expansion utilizing multiple slave devices
• Applications necessitating hardware-level write protection for critical data segments

Memory IC Procurement Notes

Verify that the ordering suffix matches the MSOP-8 package configuration. Confirm the specific temperature grade and RoHS compliance status required for your design. Ensure the selected variant aligns with the necessary voltage and speed specifications defined in the official datasheet.

Memory IC Selection Notes

Select this component when low-voltage operation down to 1.5V is required alongside standard I2C compatibility. The MSOP-8 package is suitable for surface-mount designs needing compact footprints. Consider the hardware write protection feature if protecting specific memory regions from accidental modification is essential.

Memory IC Part Context

This part belongs to the 24VL024 family of serial EEPROMs manufactured by Microchip Technology. It shares core electrical characteristics with other variants in the series but differs primarily in its physical packaging. The MSOP designation specifically identifies the Mini Small Outline Package format used for this unit.

Memory IC Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements include other 24VL024H variants such as 24VL024H/P or 24VL024HT/ST, provided the package type difference is accommodated in the PCB layout. Cross-family replacements like 24LC024 require voltage level adjustments due to different operating ranges.