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CAT24WC256
256K-Bit I²C Serial CMOS EEPROM
Not recommended for new designs, replace with CAT24C256


Features Description Applications

FEATURES
  • 1MHz I²C Bus Compatible*
  • 1.8 to 6 Volt Operation
  • Low Power CMOS Technology
  • 64-Byte Page Write Buffer
  • Self-Timed Write Cycle with Auto-Clear
  • Commercial, Industrial and Automotive Temperature Ranges
  • Write Protect Feature
    – Entire Array Protected When WP at VIH
  • 100,000 Program/Erase Cycles
  • 100 Year Data Retention
  • 8-pin DIP or 8-pin SOIC
  • "Green" Package Options Available
DESCRIPTION

The CAT24WC256 is a 256K-bit Serial CMOS EEPROM internally organized as 32,768 words of 8 bits each. Catalyst's advanced CMOS technology substantially reduces device power requirements. The CAT24WC256 features a 64-byte page write buffer. The device operates via the I²C bus serial interface and is available in 8-pin DIP or 8-pin SOIC packages.

APPLICATIONS
  • Automotive Systems
  • Communications Systems
  • Computer Systems
  • Consumer Systems
  • Industrial Systems
* Catalyst Semiconductor is licensed by Philips Corporation to carry the I²C Bus Protocol
 
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Tape and Reel Package information

APPLICATION  NOTE
Interfacing Multiple CAT24WCXX Serial EEPROMs on the I²C Bus (PDF, 73 KB)
 
24WC256, 24256, 24WC