24LC04B-I/MS Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
Microchip 24LC04B-I/MS is a 4Kbit I2C serial EEPROM with 512 x 8-bit organization operating at 2.5V to 5.5V. It features 400 kHz clock frequency, 1 million write/erase cycle endurance, and 200-year data retention. Available in MSOP-8 package with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- 24LC04B-I/MS Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 4Kbit I2C Serial EEPROM with 512 x 8 organization, supporting 400 kHz fast-mode I2C interface for efficient data transfers
- Ultra-low power operation from 2.5V to 5.5V with standby current as low as 1 µA, ideal for battery-powered applications
- 1 million write/erase cycle endurance with 200-year data retention, ensuring long-term data integrity in industrial applications
- Compact MSOP-8 package enabling space-saving PCB designs in portable and embedded systems
Applications
The 24LC04B-I/MS is widely used for storing configuration data, calibration parameters, and user settings in industrial and consumer electronics. Its I2C interface makes it ideal for microcontroller-based systems requiring non-volatile memory in smart meters, IoT devices, and sensor nodes. The device is also suitable for storing serial numbers, board revision data, and boot code in medical equipment and automotive accessories.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | MSOP-8 |
| Factory Lead Time | 11Weeks |
| Date Of Intro | 1991-01-01 |
| YTEOL | 8 |
| Clock Frequency-Max (fCLK) | 0.4MHz |
| Data Retention Time-Min | 200 |
| Endurance | 1000000 Write/Erase Cycles |
| I2C Control Byte | 1010XXMR |
| JESD-30 Code | S-PDSO-G8 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Memory Density | 4096bit |
| Memory IC Type | EEPROM |
| Memory Width | 8 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Number of Ports | 1 |
| Number of Words | 512words |
| Number of Words Code | 512 |
| Operating Mode | SYNCHRONOUS |
| Organization | 512X8 |
| Output Characteristics | OPEN-DRAIN |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | TSSOP8,.25 |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, THIN PROFILE, SHRINK PITCH |
| Parallel/Serial | SERIAL |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Programming Voltage | 5V |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Screening Level | AEC-Q100 |
| Serial Bus Type | I2C |
| Standby Current-Max | 0.000001A |
| Supply Current-Max | 0.003mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup) | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup) | 2.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup) | 5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.65mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 40 |
| Write Cycle Time-Max (tWC) | 5ms |
| Write Protection | HARDWARE |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.32.00.51 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the memory capacity and organization of the 24LC04B-I/MS?
The 24LC04B-I/MS is a 4Kbit EEPROM organized as 512 words of 8 bits each. It uses the standard I2C protocol with a 7-bit device address and supports up to 400 kHz clock frequency for fast data transfers.
What voltage range does the 24LC04B-I/MS support and what is its typical current consumption?
The 24LC04B-I/MS operates across a wide voltage range of 2.5V to 5.5V, making it compatible with both 3.3V and 5V systems. Standby current is typically as low as 1 µA, making it highly suitable for battery-powered and low-power IoT applications.
What is the endurance and data retention rating of the 24LC04B-I/MS?
The device is rated for a minimum of 1 million write/erase cycles and guarantees data retention for a minimum of 200 years under normal operating conditions, ensuring reliable long-term storage in industrial and embedded applications.
What package is the 24LC04B-I/MS available in and is it RoHS compliant?
The 24LC04B-I/MS comes in an MSOP-8 (Micro Small Outline Package with 8 pins) package. It is lead-free and RoHS compliant, as indicated by the Pbfree Code 'Yes', making it suitable for modern eco-friendly product designs.
What are common applications and compatible replacements for the 24LC04B-I/MS?
Common applications include storing configuration settings, calibration data, and user preferences in embedded systems, IoT sensors, and industrial controllers. Compatible alternatives include the Microchip 24LC04B-E/MS (extended temperature) and other I2C EEPROMs such as AT24C04C from Microchip with similar 4Kbit capacity and I2C interface.
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