Spansions Serial Flash Memory at a glance

SPI solutions transfer data one bit at a time, rather than sending eight, 16 or 32 bits in parallel. As a result, solutions require fewer connections and pins per package, which simplifies design, lowers cost and reduces form factors. SPI devices are therefore well suited for cost- and space-constrained applications.

SPI Flash memory is rapidly gaining acceptance for code storage and other non-volatile memory applications. The Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) enables a reduced ASIC or controller pin count, resulting in smaller packages that use less board space for overall system cost savings. It is an ideal solution for integrating Flash memory in:

Broad Product Portfolio

Densities for Spansion^® MirrorBit SPI Flash memory devices range from 4Mb to 128Mb with uniform 64Kb sectors, and 4Mb with boot/parameter sectors. The 128Mb device also features an optional 256Kb sector architecture.

Device	Density	Clock Frequency	Voltage	Sector Architecture	Package
S25FL040A	4 Mb (512 Kb x 8)	50 MHz	2.7 – 3.6 V	Uniform 64 KB Top or bottom boot sector	SOIC-8, USON-8
S25FL008A	8 Mb (1 Mb x 8)	50 MHz	2.7 – 3.6 V	Uniform 64 KB	SOIC-8, USON-8
S25FL016A	16 Mb (2 Mb x 8)	50 MHz	2.7 – 3.6 V	Uniform 64 KB	SOIC-8, SOIC-16,WSON-8
S25FL032A	32 Mb (4 Mb x 8)	50 MHz	2.7 – 3.6 V	Uniform 64 KB	SOIC-16
S25FL064A	64 Mb (8 Mb x 8)	50 MHz	2.7 – 3.6 V	Uniform 64 KB	SOIC-16
S25FL128P	128 Mb (8 Mb x 8)	104 MHz	2.7 – 3.6 V	Uniform 64 KB or 256 KB	SOIC-16, WSON-8

Low Power Consumption for Portable Devices

Battery-powered handheld devices require power-efficient components. Deep Power Down mode allows the device to draw the lowest current (1.5µA typical), enabling system designers to satisfy tight power budgets. Combined with the small form factor of the Serial interface, low power consumption makes Spansion SPI Flash memory an ideal solution for portable products such as PDAs, GPS, gaming devices, and cordless phones.

Superior Quality, Reliability, and Service

MirrorBit SPI Flash memory is backed by a reputation for superior reliability. All Spansion manufacturing facilities are ISO certified and maintain the highest level of process control, testing, and packaging quality. Spansion’s support organization has unparalleled expertise in servicing the needs of customers. They go beyond technical support to solve unique integration problems in the areas of software and board design.

Leading Performance for Fast Boot Times

Today’s embedded applications demand performance, and Spansion delivers with 104MHz performance for the 128Mb device and 50MHz across 4Mb to 64Mb. Fast clock speed allows product users to enjoy faster boot times, a key differentiating feature for end customers in highly competitive embedded product markets.

Ultra-Slim Packages

Spansion takes efficient SPI packaging a step further with ultra-slim 0.5mm height USON packages. These advanced packages have no leads, making them ideal for micro hard disk drives in popular portables devices such as MP3 players and cellular handsets. Spansion is promoting an industry standard package, command set, and pinout with multiple second sources. Packaging options include 8-pin SOIC (4 – 16Mb), 16-pin SOIC (16 – 128Mb) and 8-contact SON (4 –16Mb, 128Mb). To help reduce lead in our environment, Spansion offers lead-free* materials for all packages with RoHS compliance.

The Facts speak for themselves: MirrorBit^® SPI Flash Memory is the smart choice

> 50MHz clock speed across all densities from 4Mb to 64Mb, 104MHz for 128Mb
> Low power with Deep Power Down mode (1.5µA typical)
> Industry-standard SPI command set and pinout
> Ultra-slim 0.50mm height USON Packages (at some densities)
> Superior hardware and software support with world-class systems engineering expertise
> World-class Spansion quality and product availability

For more information please contact your local SPOERLE Branch Office.

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