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CAT24C16WI-GT3 – EEPROM Memory IC | 16Kbit, I2C Interface, 400kHz | SOIC-8 Package
The CAT24C16WI-GT3 from onsemi is a high-performance 16Kbit (2048×8) Serial Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM) that utilizes an I2C-compatible interface supporting both Standard (100kHz) and Fast (400kHz) modes. Designed using advanced low-power CMOS technology, this device ensures reliable non-volatile data storage with high endurance and excellent data retention. It features a 16-byte page write buffer, hardware write protection, and robust noise suppression, making it ideal for industrial, consumer, and embedded applications requiring compact, efficient, and long-lasting memory solutions.
Key Features

Memory Organization: 16Kbit (2048×8 bits)

Interface Type: I2C-compatible 2-wire serial interface

Protocol Support: Standard (100kHz) and Fast (400kHz) I2C modes

Page Write Buffer: 16-byte buffer for optimized data throughput

Voltage Range: Wide operating voltage range from 1.7V to 5.5V

Hardware Write Protection: Dedicated write-protect pin for full memory protection

Input Signal Conditioning:

Schmitt Triggers for stable signal transitions

Noise suppression filters on SCL and SDA lines for reliability

Device Addressing: Supports addressing multiple devices on the same I2C bus

Performance & Reliability:

Over 1,000,000 program/erase cycles per byte

100-year data retention for long-term reliability

Low Power CMOS Technology: Reduced active and standby current for energy-efficient operation

Operating Temperature Range: Suitable for industrial and extended temperature environments

Package Type: Compact SOIC-8 package for easy integration