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24LCS21A/SN
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IC EEPROM 1KBIT I2C 400KHZ 8SOIC
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EEPROM Memory IC 1Kbit I2C 400 kHz 900 ns 8-SOIC
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24LCS21A/SN

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24LCS21A/SN-DG
24LCS21A/SN

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IC EEPROM 1KBIT I2C 400KHZ 8SOIC

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EEPROM Memory IC 1Kbit I2C 400 kHz 900 ns 8-SOIC
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24LCS21A/SN Technical Specifications

Category Memory, Memory

Manufacturer Microchip Technology

Packaging Tube

Series -

Product Status Active

DiGi-Electronics Programmable Verified

Memory Type Non-Volatile

Memory Format EEPROM

Technology EEPROM

Memory Size 1Kbit

Memory Organization 128 x 8

Memory Interface I2C

Clock Frequency 400 kHz

Write Cycle Time - Word, Page 10ms

Access Time 900 ns

Voltage - Supply 2.5V ~ 5.5V

Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 70°C (TA)

Mounting Type Surface Mount

Package / Case 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)

Supplier Device Package 8-SOIC

Base Product Number 24LCS21A

Datasheet & Documents

HTML Datasheet

24LCS21A/SN-DG

Environmental & Export Classification

RoHS Status ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) 1 (Unlimited)
REACH Status REACH Unaffected
ECCN EAR99
HTSUS 8542.32.0051

Additional Information

Other Names
24LCS21A/SN-NDR
Standard Package
100

Alternative Parts

PART NUMBER
MANUFACTURER
QUANTITY AVAILABLE
DiGi PART NUMBER
UNIT PRICE
SUBSTITUTE TYPE
24LC21/SN
Microchip Technology
2412
24LC21/SN-DG
0.4700
Parametric Equivalent
AT24C01-10SC-2.5
Microchip Technology
20996
AT24C01-10SC-2.5-DG
0.4700
Parametric Equivalent
24LCS21AT/SN
Microchip Technology
4534
24LCS21AT/SN-DG
0.4700
Direct

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the key reliability risks when using the 24LCS21A/SN EEPROM in industrial environments with temperature cycling beyond 70°C, and how can I mitigate them?

The 24LCS21A/SN is rated for an operating temperature range of 0°C to 70°C (TA), and exceeding this—especially in industrial applications with frequent thermal cycling—can accelerate data retention degradation and increase bit error rates due to oxide stress in the EEPROM cells. To mitigate risk, avoid direct placement near heat sources, implement thermal management (e.g., spacing, airflow), and consider derating the write frequency under elevated ambient conditions. For applications requiring extended temperature ranges, evaluate alternatives like the Microchip 24AA128-I/SN (industrial grade, –40°C to +85°C) instead of pushing the 24LCS21A/SN beyond its specified limits.

Can I replace a legacy 24LC01B/SN with the 24LCS21A/SN in an existing I2C design without firmware changes, and what hidden compatibility issues should I watch for?

While both the 24LC01B/SN and 24LCS21A/SN are 1Kbit I2C EEPROMs in 8-SOIC packages, direct replacement isn't always seamless. The 24LCS21A/SN supports only 400 kHz I2C clock speed (vs. 100 kHz on older 24LC01B variants), so ensure your master controller can operate at 400 kHz. More critically, the 24LCS21A/SN uses a fixed I2C address (1010xxx), whereas some 24LC01B versions allow address pin configuration—verify address conflicts on your bus. Additionally, the 24LCS21A/SN has a 10 ms write cycle time per page; if your firmware assumes faster writes, add proper delay or poll the ACK status to prevent data corruption.

How does the 24LCS21A/SN handle bus contention and power-up sequencing in multi-master I2C systems, and what design practices reduce communication failure risk?

The 24LCS21A/SN lacks built-in bus arbitration logic and is vulnerable to glitches during power-up if VCC ramps slowly or if other I2C devices drive the SDA/SCL lines before the EEPROM is fully powered. This can cause false start conditions or lockups. To reduce risk, implement a power-on reset (POR) circuit or ensure your microcontroller holds the I2C lines idle until VCC of the 24LCS21A/SN stabilizes above 2.5V. Use pull-up resistors sized for your bus capacitance (typically 2.2–10 kΩ) and avoid long trace lengths. In multi-master setups, add timeout handling in firmware and consider using a dedicated I2C buffer like the PCA9515A if bus integrity is critical.

Is the 24LCS21A/SN suitable for high-write-cycle applications like logging sensor data every few seconds, and what endurance limitations should I account for in my design?

The 24LCS21A/SN guarantees 1 million write/erase cycles per byte, which may seem sufficient, but frequent writes to the same memory location (e.g., a status flag or counter) can wear out that cell prematurely. For logging applications, implement wear leveling by rotating write addresses across the 128-byte array or use a circular buffer strategy. Avoid writing on every sensor read—buffer data in RAM and batch writes. If your application exceeds ~100 writes per minute long-term, consider migrating to FRAM (e.g., Fujitsu MB85RC16) or a larger EEPROM with better endurance characteristics, as the 24LCS21A/SN is optimized for configuration storage, not high-frequency data logging.

What are the layout and PCB design best practices for ensuring signal integrity with the 24LCS21A/SN in a noisy automotive or motor control environment?

In electrically noisy environments, the 24LCS21A/SN’s I2C interface is susceptible to EMI-induced communication errors due to its open-drain signaling. Keep SDA and SCL traces as short as possible, route them away from high-current paths or switching nodes (e.g., motor drivers), and use ground planes beneath the signal lines. Place a 0.1 µF ceramic decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of the VCC pin to suppress transient noise. Avoid daisy-chaining multiple I2C devices over long distances; instead, use star topology with local buffering. If noise persists, consider adding small series resistors (100–470 Ω) near the 24LCS21A/SN’s SDA/SCL pins to dampen ringing, but verify timing margins remain within I2C 400 kHz specs.

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