93LC76C-I/P Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
93LC76C-I/P is a Microchip 8 Kbit (1K x 8-bit) serial EEPROM with 3-wire SPI interface and up to 2 MHz clock frequency for non-volatile data storage. It features 1,000,000 write/erase cycles endurance and 200-year minimum data retention. Available in an 8-pin DIP package, it suits embedded systems needing compact, low-cost configuration storage.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- 93LC76C-I/P Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.3040(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 8 Kbit (1K x 8-bit) serial EEPROM with 3-wire SPI interface running up to 2 MHz for simple microcontroller integration
- 1,000,000 write/erase cycle endurance with 200-year minimum data retention for high-reliability storage
- 8-pin DIP package enabling easy breadboard prototyping and through-hole PCB assembly
- Low-voltage operation compatible with 2.5 V to 5.5 V supply rails common in embedded designs
Applications
93LC76C-I/P is used in embedded systems for storing non-volatile configuration data, calibration parameters, and user settings in microcontroller-based designs. Its 2 MHz SPI-compatible 3-wire interface enables simple integration with PIC, AVR, and ARM microcontrollers, while the 1,000,000-cycle endurance supports frequent read-write applications such as event logging and settings updates. The 8-pin DIP package makes it popular for prototyping and low-cost production designs in consumer electronics, industrial sensors, and automotive accessories.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | PDIP-8 |
| Factory Lead Time | 8Weeks |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Alternate Memory Width | 8 |
| Clock Frequency-Max (fCLK) | 2MHz |
| Data Retention Time-Min | 200 |
| Endurance | 1000000 Write/Erase Cycles |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDIP-T8 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Memory Density | 8192bit |
| Memory IC Type | EEPROM |
| Memory Width | 16 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Number of Ports | 1 |
| Number of Words | 512words |
| Number of Words Code | 512 |
| Operating Mode | SYNCHRONOUS |
| Organization | 512X16 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | DIP8,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| Parallel/Serial | SERIAL |
| Programming Voltage | 5V |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Serial Bus Type | MICROWIRE |
| Standby Current-Max | 0.0001A |
| Supply Current-Max | 0.003mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup) | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup) | 2.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup) | 3V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Write Cycle Time-Max (tWC) | 10ms |
| Package | Dual-In-Line Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| 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 maximum clock frequency and interface type of 93LC76C-I/P, and how does this simplify microcontroller integration?
93LC76C-I/P supports a 3-wire SPI-compatible serial interface with a maximum clock frequency of 2 MHz. This simple 3-wire protocol (CS, CLK, DIO) reduces pin count and software complexity when integrating with PIC, AVR, or ARM microcontrollers, requiring only 3 GPIO lines and a straightforward bit-bang or hardware SPI driver to read and write the 8 Kbit (1K x 8-bit) non-volatile memory.
How long can 93LC76C-I/P retain stored data, and how many write cycles does it support before wear-out?
93LC76C-I/P guarantees a minimum data retention time of 200 years and an endurance rating of 1,000,000 write/erase cycles per memory location. This combination of high endurance and long retention makes it reliable for applications such as calibration storage, configuration registers, and cumulative event counters in industrial sensors and consumer appliances where data must persist through power loss and regular updates.
For which embedded design scenarios does 93LC76C-I/P's 8-pin DIP package offer a practical advantage over surface-mount EEPROMs?
The 8-pin DIP package of 93LC76C-I/P fits standard 2.54 mm through-hole breadboards and zero-insertion-force sockets, enabling rapid prototyping without soldering and easy field replacement in low-volume or serviceable designs. This is especially useful in educational kits, industrial equipment with socket-based maintenance strategies, and embedded designs where surface-mount rework capability is unavailable but 8 Kbit non-volatile storage at 2 MHz SPI is still needed.
How does 93LC76C-I/P compare to I2C EEPROMs for systems that need minimal wire count and fast data access?
93LC76C-I/P uses a 3-wire SPI-compatible interface running up to 2 MHz, which is generally faster than standard 400 kHz I2C EEPROMs and does not require address pin configuration or bus arbitration logic. For systems needing a single dedicated EEPROM for configuration or calibration storage at up to 8 Kbit capacity, this direct chip-select protocol simplifies firmware and avoids I2C address conflicts when multiple devices share the same bus.
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