Product Description:

Microchip Technology SST49LF008A-33-4C-WHE is a high-performance 8Mb (1M x 8)Flash memory device designed for embedded systems that require high-speed, reliable data storage. This memory is based on **SuperFlash® technology**, providing fast read and write operations with low power consumption, making it ideal for use in a variety of applications, including automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, and telecommunications.

Features:

• 8Mb Capacity: Offers **8Mb of storage**, providing sufficient capacity for storing firmware, configuration settings, or other system data in embedded applications.
• SuperFlash® Technology: Based on **Microchip's SuperFlash® technology**, the SST49LF008A provides fast read and write times, as well as low-power operation, making it an excellent choice for power-sensitive applications.
• High-Speed Read/Write: The device supports fast read access speeds of up to 70 ns and **programming**/**erase times** of around **4.5 ms**.
• Low Power Consumption: With low active and standby power consumption, the SST49LF008A is ideal for battery-powered applications or other designs where power efficiency is a priority.
• Multiple Interface Support: The Flash memory supports parallel I/O interface, making it easy to interface with microcontrollers, DSPs, and other embedded processors.
• Endurance and Reliability: Supports 100,000 program/erase cycles per sector, ensuring long-term reliability and durability for data storage in embedded systems.
• Temperature Range: It operates in a wide industrial temperature range of **-40°C to 85°C**, making it suitable for rugged environments, automotive, and industrial applications.
• Low Voltage Operation: The device supports a low operating voltage of **3.3V**, contributing to reduced power consumption and making it compatible with a wide range of modern microcontrollers and embedded systems.
• Package Type: The device is available in a **28-pin TSOP (Thin Small Outline Package)**, offering a compact solution for designs with space constraints.

• Applications:
• Embedded Systems: Used in embedded applications such as firmware storage, configuration data, and boot code storage.
• Consumer Electronics: Suitable for consumer products like home appliances, gaming consoles, and audio equipment, where fast and reliable storage is essential.
• Automotive: Ideal for automotive control systems, including engine control units (ECUs), infotainment systems, and sensors, where robust, high-reliability storage is required.
• Industrial Control Systems: Used in industrial machinery, factory automation, and robotics to store configuration data and firmware for reliable operation.
• Telecommunications: Used in networking equipment, such as routers and switches, for data storage and system configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the storage capacity of the SST49LF008A?

The SST49LF008A has a storage capacity of **8Mb (1M x 8)**, offering ample space for embedded system firmware, configuration data, or other applications requiring reliable flash storage.

2. What technology is used in the SST49LF008A?

The device uses **Microchip's SuperFlash® technology**, which offers fast read and write times, low power consumption, and high endurance, making it ideal for embedded applications.

3. What are the read and write speeds of the SST49LF008A?

The SST49LF008A supports fast read access speeds of up to 70 ns and programming/erase times of around **4.5 ms**, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval.

4. How many program/erase cycles does the SST49LF008A support?

The device supports 100,000 program/erase cycles per sector, providing long-term reliability for storing critical system data in embedded applications.

5. What is the power consumption of the SST49LF008A?

The SST49LF008A is designed to be **low-power**, making it suitable for power-sensitive applications, especially battery-operated devices or energy-efficient systems.

6. What is the operating voltage for the SST49LF008A?

The device operates at a low voltage of **3.3V**, which is compatible with modern microcontrollers and embedded processors that require low-voltage operation.

7. What type of interface does the SST49LF008A use?

The SST49LF008A supports a parallel I/O interface, allowing it to easily integrate with microcontrollers, digital signal processors (DSPs), and other embedded systems.

8. What is the temperature range of the SST49LF008A?

The device operates within an industrial temperature range of **-40°C to 85°C**, making it suitable for use in automotive, industrial, and rugged environments.

9. What package is the SST49LF008A available in?

The SST49LF008A comes in a 28-pin TSOP (Thin Small Outline Package), which is a compact package ideal for designs with limited board space.

10. In which applications can the SST49LF008A be used?

The SST49LF008A is ideal for a wide range of applications, including embedded systems, consumer electronics, automotive control systems, industrial machinery, and telecommunications, where high-speed, reliable, and low-power flash memory is required.