M25PE16-VMP6G STMicroelectronics Integrated Circuit (Small Outline No-lead) In Stock
M25PE16-VMP6G is a 16 Mbit (2 Mword x 8-bit) SPI serial Flash memory from STMicroelectronics, offering 50 MHz clock support, 100,000 write/erase cycle endurance, and 20-year data retention. It is housed in a compact RoHS-compliant 8-pin MLP (6x5 mm) package for embedded storage applications. Available with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- STMicroelectronics
- Package
- Small Outline No-lead
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- TRANSFERRED
- Datasheet
- M25PE16-VMP6G 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
- 16 Mbit (2,097,152 x 8-bit) SPI Flash with 50 MHz maximum clock frequency for fast firmware and data storage
- 100,000 write/erase cycle endurance ensuring long-term reliability in frequently updated embedded systems
- 20-year minimum data retention time guaranteeing non-volatile storage integrity across the product lifecycle
- Compact 8-pin MLP package (6 x 5 mm, R-XDSO-N8) minimizing PCB footprint in space-constrained designs
- RoHS-compliant construction supporting eco-design and halogen-free manufacturing requirements
Applications
The M25PE16-VMP6G is well suited for embedded systems requiring firmware storage, configuration data, or calibration tables in applications such as industrial IoT gateways, networking equipment, and automotive telematics units. Its 50 MHz SPI interface and 16 Mbit capacity make it a practical choice for microcontrollers that boot from external flash or update firmware over-the-air. Consumer electronics products including smart meters, set-top boxes, and motor control drives also use this Flash for storing operational parameters and event logs with guaranteed 20-year data retention.
Specifications
| Clock Frequency-Max (fCLK) | 50MHz |
| Data Retention Time-Min | 20 |
| Endurance | 100000 Write/Erase Cycles |
| JESD-30 Code | R-XDSO-N8 |
| Memory Density | 16777216bit |
| Memory IC Type | FLASH |
| Memory Width | 8 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Number of Words | 2097152words |
| Number of Words Code | 2000000 |
| Operating Mode | SYNCHRONOUS |
| Organization | 2MX8 |
| Package Body Material | UNSPECIFIED |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOLCC8,.25 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, VERY THIN PROFILE |
| Parallel/Serial | SERIAL |
| Programming Voltage | 2.7V |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Serial Bus Type | SPI |
| Standby Current-Max | 0.00001A |
| Supply Current-Max | 0.015mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup) | 3.6V |
| Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup) | 2.7V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup) | 3V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Form | NO LEAD |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Type | NOR TYPE |
| Write Cycle Time-Max (tWC) | 15ms |
| Write Protection | HARDWARE/SOFTWARE |
| Package | Small Outline No-lead |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.32.00.51 |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the storage capacity and bus interface of the M25PE16-VMP6G Flash memory?
The M25PE16-VMP6G provides 16 Mbit (16,777,216 bits) of Flash storage organized as 2,097,152 words of 8 bits each, accessible via a standard SPI serial interface at clock frequencies up to 50 MHz. This capacity is sufficient to store firmware images up to 2 MB or thousands of sensor data log entries in embedded IoT or industrial control applications.
How many write/erase cycles can the M25PE16-VMP6G endure, and what is its data retention time?
The M25PE16-VMP6G is rated for 100,000 write/erase cycles per sector, which at one firmware update per day would last over 273 years. Combined with a minimum 20-year data retention time, this Flash memory is robust enough for industrial and automotive applications where non-volatile storage must survive frequent configuration updates and extended field deployment without data loss.
How does M25PE16-VMP6G compare to M25P16 for SPI Flash replacement in existing designs?
The M25PE16-VMP6G and M25P16 share the same 16 Mbit SPI Flash capacity and 8-pin SOIC or MLP pinout, but the M25PE16 adds page-level erase capability alongside the standard sector erase, allowing more granular memory management with smaller 256-byte page erase units rather than 64 KB sector erases. This makes M25PE16-VMP6G a drop-in upgrade for M25P16 designs that need finer erase granularity, with no firmware protocol changes required for basic read/write/sector-erase operations.
What package does the M25PE16-VMP6G use, and how does it affect assembly?
The M25PE16-VMP6G is packaged in an 8-pin MLP (Micro Leadframe Package, R-XDSO-N8) with a 6 x 5 mm body size and no external leads, relying on exposed pads for solder connections. This no-lead package requires paste-in-hole reflow or standard SMT paste stencil printing with controlled stencil aperture sizing, and delivers excellent thermal performance through the exposed pad compared to SOIC-8 equivalents with the same 50 MHz SPI capability.
Can M25PE16-VMP6G support over-the-air firmware updates in embedded systems, and what SPI timing is required?
Yes, the M25PE16-VMP6G is well suited for OTA firmware updates in embedded microcontroller systems. With a 50 MHz maximum SPI clock, it can transfer a full 16 Mbit image in approximately 330 ms at peak throughput, allowing fast in-field firmware swaps. Designers should implement dual-bank firmware partitioning across the 2 MB address space so that a failed update does not brick the device, and should use the page-erase command for atomic 256-byte sector updates during differential patch application.
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