25LC160B-I/SN Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock

25LC160B-I/SN is a 16 Kbit SPI serial EEPROM by Microchip with 2048 × 8-bit organization and 32-byte page write in an 8-pin SOIC package, rated for 2.5 V to 5.5 V operation. Key specs: 16 Kbit capacity, 10 MHz SPI clock, 1 million write/erase cycles. From $0.50, in stock with worldwide shipping.

NOT RECOMMENDEDIntegrated CircuitVerified Jun 2026
Package / Visual Reference
25LC160B-I/SNSmall Outline Packages
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
Microchip
Package
Small Outline Packages
Pin Count
8
Lifecycle
NOT RECOMMENDED
Category
Integrated Circuit
Price
From $0.1302(MOQ 1)
Temp Range
-40.0°C to 85.0°C
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

What are the key features of 25LC160B-I/SN?

  • 16 Kbit (2 KB) SPI EEPROM with 10 MHz clock support enables fast non-volatile data storage in microcontroller-based designs
  • 1 million write/erase cycle endurance with 200-year data retention ensures reliable long-term parameter and calibration storage
  • Wide supply range of 2.5 V to 5.5 V in an 8-pin SOIC-8 package provides easy integration across 3.3 V and 5 V embedded systems

What is 25LC160B-I/SN used for?

25LC160B-I/SN is used for storing non-volatile configuration data, calibration coefficients, and user settings in embedded systems such as industrial sensors, smart meters, and consumer electronics. Its SPI interface allows daisy-chaining multiple EEPROM devices on a single bus, useful in systems that need to expand storage without additional CS lines. The 1 million cycle endurance and 200-year data retention make it suitable for field-deployed equipment requiring infrequent but reliable parameter updates.

What are the specifications of 25LC160B-I/SN?

Pbfree CodeYes
Manufacturer Package CodeSOIC-8
Factory Lead Time6Weeks
YTEOL3
Clock Frequency-Max (fCLK)10MHz
Data Retention Time-Min200
Endurance1000000 Write/Erase Cycles
JESD-30 CodeR-PDSO-G8
JESD-609 Codee3
Memory Density16384bit
Memory IC TypeEEPROM
Memory Width8
Number of Functions1
Number of Ports1
Number of Words2048words
Number of Words Code2000
Operating ModeSYNCHRONOUS
Organization2KX8
Package Body MaterialPLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence CodeSOP8,.23
Package ShapeRECTANGULAR
Package StyleSMALL OUTLINE
Parallel/SerialSERIAL
Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel)260
Programming Voltage5V
Qualification StatusNot Qualified
Screening LevelTS 16949
Serial Bus TypeSPI
Standby Current-Max0.000001A
Supply Current-Max0.006mA
Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup)5.5V
Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup)2.5V
Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup)5V
Surface MountYES
TechnologyCMOS
Temperature GradeINDUSTRIAL
Terminal FinishMatte Tin (Sn)
Terminal FormGULL WING
Terminal Pitch1.27mm
Terminal PositionDUAL
Write Cycle Time-Max (tWC)5ms
Write ProtectionHARDWARE
PackageSmall Outline Packages

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
Moisture Sensitivity LevelMSL 1
ECCNEAR99
HTS Code8542.32.00.51
Country of OriginTaiwan, Thailand

Where can I find the 25LC160B-I/SN datasheet?

25LC160B-I/SN Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Microchip

What are equivalent replacements for 25LC160B-I/SN?

No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bytes can 25LC160B-I/SN store and what page size does it use for write operations?

25LC160B-I/SN stores 2048 bytes (16 Kbit) of data, organized as 2048 × 8-bit addressable locations. Write operations use a 32-byte page buffer, meaning up to 32 bytes can be written in a single write cycle. Writing data that spans multiple 32-byte page boundaries requires separate write operations, each followed by a write cycle time of up to 5 ms.

How does 25LC160B-I/SN compare to 25LC080 for a design that stores 1 KB of calibration data?

25LC080 provides 8 Kbit (1 KB) of storage, just enough for 1 KB of calibration data with no spare capacity. 25LC160B-I/SN doubles the capacity to 16 Kbit (2 KB) in the same SOIC-8 footprint at a marginal cost increase, providing 50% headroom for firmware version updates or additional calibration tables without a PCB respin. Both share the 10 MHz SPI interface and 2.5 V to 5.5 V supply range.

What is the write endurance and data retention of 25LC160B-I/SN?

25LC160B-I/SN is rated for 1 million write/erase cycles per memory cell and a minimum data retention of 200 years at room temperature. This endurance is suitable for applications that update stored data infrequently, such as logging calibration constants once during manufacturing or updating a device configuration a few hundred times in the field over a 10-year product lifetime.

Can 25LC160B-I/SN be used in a 3.3 V microcontroller system without level shifting?

Yes, 25LC160B-I/SN operates from 2.5 V to 5.5 V, so a 3.3 V supply is within its specified range. The SPI clock frequency at 3.3 V is 10 MHz, and the input logic thresholds are 0.8× VCC (2.64 V) high and 0.2× VCC (0.66 V) low, fully compatible with 3.3 V CMOS logic outputs from common microcontrollers such as STM32, PIC, and AVR families without any level translation.

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