## BR24C08-RDS6TP: Technical Overview The **BR24C08-RDS6TP** is a specific model of an I²C bus EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory) manufactured by **ROHM Semiconductor**. It is widely used for non-volatile data storage in consumer electronics and industrial applications. --- ### 1. Key Specifications The following table highlights the primary technical parameters of the device: | Parameter | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Memory Capacity** | 8 Kbit (1,024 x 8-bit) | | **Interface** | I²C Bus (2-wire serial) | | **Operating Voltage** | 1.8V to 5.5V | | **Clock Frequency** | 400 kHz (Fast Mode) | | **Package Type** | MSOP8 (Mini Small Outline Package) | | **Operating Temperature** | -40°C to +85°C | | **Write Cycles** | 1,000,000 times | | **Data Retention** | 40 Years | --- ### 2. Pin Configuration (MSOP8) The device typically utilizes 8 pins. Below is the standard functional mapping: | Pin Number | Name | Function | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 1, 2, 3 | A0, A1, A2 | **Device Address Inputs:** Used to set the I²C address (Note: In 8K models, A0 and A1 are often internally NC). | | 4 | GND | **Ground:** Reference voltage. | | 5 | SDA | **Serial Data:** Bidirectional pin for data transfer. | | 6 | SCL | **Serial Clock:** Synchronizes data transfer. | | 7 | WP | **Write Protect:** Connect to VCC to protect data; connect to GND for normal write operations. | | 8 | VCC | **Power Supply:** 1.8V to 5.5V input. | --- ### 3. Core Features * **Low Power Consumption:** Designed for battery-operated devices; consumes very little current during standby. * **Page Write Function:** Supports writing up to 16 bytes in a single cycle, which improves efficiency compared to byte-by-byte writing. * **Noise Filtering:** Includes a built-in noise filter on the SCL and SDA inputs to prevent data corruption from electrical spikes. * **Automatic Erase/Write:** The device handles the high-voltage requirements for erasing and writing internally, making it easy to interface with a standard microcontroller. --- ### 4. Part Number Decoder Understanding the "RDS6TP" suffix helps in identifying physical characteristics: * **BR24C08:** Series name and density (8K bits). * **R:** Low voltage / ROHM specification. * **DS6:** Package code (indicates MSOP8 / SSOP-B8 type). * **TP:** Tape and Reel (Packaging method for automated assembly). --- ### 5. Common Applications * **Consumer Electronics:** Storing user settings in TVs, monitors, or audio equipment. * **Networking:** Storing MAC addresses or configuration parameters. * **Computing:** SPD (Serial Presence Detect) on memory modules. * **Smart Devices:** Calibration data and sensor thresholds.