SST25PF040C-40I/SN Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock

The SST25PF040C-40I/SN is a 4 Mbit (512 KB) SPI serial NOR flash memory from Microchip operating at 3.3 V with a 40 MHz clock speed in an 8-pin SOIC package. It provides 100,000 write/erase cycle endurance and 20-year data retention, making it reliable for firmware storage. Ideal for embedded systems, consumer electronics, and industrial devices needing compact non-volatile code and data storage.

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SST25PF040C-40I/SNSmall Outline Packages
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
Microchip
Package
Small Outline Packages
Pin Count
8
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Integrated Circuit
Price
From $0.7700(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

  • 4 Mbit (512 KB) NOR flash with SPI serial interface up to 40 MHz clock
  • 3.3 V operating voltage compatible with modern low-voltage microcontrollers and SoCs
  • 100,000 write/erase cycle endurance for reliable field-updateable firmware storage
  • 20-year minimum data retention ensuring long-term non-volatile memory integrity
  • 8-pin SOIC-8 package enabling simple two-layer PCB integration
  • JESD-609 e3 lead-free compliant, RoHS-ready for global product certification

Applications

The SST25PF040C-40I/SN is used as firmware and boot code storage in embedded microcontroller systems, network routers, and IoT gateway devices where 512 KB of non-volatile SPI flash provides sufficient space for application code and configuration data. Consumer electronics including set-top boxes, smart home controllers, and USB peripherals rely on its 40 MHz SPI speed for fast boot sequences and in-system firmware updates. Industrial automation panels and measurement instruments also use it for storing calibration tables and operating parameters that must survive power cycling over 100,000 update cycles.

Specifications

Manufacturer Package CodeSOIC-8
Factory Lead Time11Weeks
YTEOL18
Clock Frequency-Max (fCLK)40MHz
Data Retention Time-Min20
Endurance100000 Write/Erase Cycles
JESD-30 CodeR-PDSO-G8
JESD-609 Codee3
Memory Density4194304bit
Memory IC TypeFLASH
Memory Width8
Number of Functions1
Number of Ports1
Number of Words524288words
Number of Words Code512000
Operating ModeSYNCHRONOUS
Organization512KX8
Output Characteristics3-STATE
Package Body MaterialPLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence CodeSOP8,.23
Package ShapeRECTANGULAR
Package StyleSMALL OUTLINE
Parallel/SerialSERIAL
Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel)260
Programming Voltage3.3V
Screening LevelTS 16949
Serial Bus TypeSPI
Standby Current-Max0.00001A
Supply Current-Max0.015mA
Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup)3.6V
Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup)2.3V
Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup)3.3V
Surface MountYES
TechnologyCMOS
Temperature GradeINDUSTRIAL
Terminal FinishMatte Tin (Sn)
Terminal FormGULL WING
Terminal Pitch1.27mm
Terminal PositionDUAL
TypeNOR TYPE
Write ProtectionHARDWARE/SOFTWARE
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PackageSmall Outline Packages

Compliance & Regulatory

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

Datasheet

SST25PF040C-40I/SN Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Microchip

Alternate & Equivalent Parts

Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for SST25PF040C-40I/SN:

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast can the SST25PF040C-40I/SN transfer data, and does this meet embedded system boot requirements?

The SST25PF040C-40I/SN supports a maximum SPI clock frequency of 40 MHz, enabling sequential read throughput of up to 5 MB/s. For a typical embedded application with 256 KB of firmware code, this means the entire image can be read into RAM in approximately 51 ms, which is well within the boot-time budgets of most microcontroller systems and suitable for fast power-on startup in consumer electronics and industrial controllers.

What is the write/erase endurance of the SST25PF040C-40I/SN, and how does this affect firmware update planning?

The SST25PF040C-40I/SN is rated for 100,000 write/erase cycles per sector, meaning a device receiving one firmware update per day would reach this endurance limit in approximately 274 years of continuous operation. For typical embedded systems updated weekly or monthly during field maintenance, the 100,000 cycle endurance is effectively unlimited, removing endurance as a reliability concern and allowing designers to support frequent over-the-air firmware updates without wear-leveling complexity.

How long does the SST25PF040C-40I/SN retain data when unpowered, and what does this mean for storage in distribution?

The SST25PF040C-40I/SN guarantees a minimum data retention time of 20 years at room temperature when the device is unpowered. This means programmed parts can be stored in a warehouse or on distributor shelves for years without risk of data loss, and finished products shipped with pre-loaded firmware are assured of retaining their factory programming throughout a normal 10-year product service life with significant margin to spare.

When would an engineer choose the SST25PF040C-40I/SN over a larger 16 Mbit SPI flash device?

An engineer selects the 4 Mbit SST25PF040C-40I/SN when the application's firmware and configuration data fit within 512 KB and cost optimization is a priority, since 4 Mbit NOR flash devices are typically priced 30% to 50% lower than 16 Mbit alternatives. Simple microcontroller-based products such as smart plugs, BLE sensor nodes, or motor driver boards with fixed 100 KB to 400 KB firmware images benefit from right-sizing storage to the 4 Mbit density rather than paying for unused capacity in a larger die.

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