EN25QE16A-104GIP(2PC)

The EN25QE16A-104GIP(2PC) is a 16 Mbit non-volatile SPI NOR flash memory from ESMT designed for embedded code and data storage in industrial systems. It implements a serial SPI architecture with support for standard, dual and quad SPI modes, delivering up to 104 MHz operation for high-speed read performance.

Built for reliable field use, the device combines a uniform sector architecture with write protection and security features, making it suitable for firmware storage, factory calibration data and other persistent storage needs in industrial applications.

Key Features

• Memory Density & Organization — 16 Mbit capacity organized as 2M × 8 with 256-byte programmable pages and 8,192 pages total.
• High-Speed SPI Interface — Supports Standard, Dual and Quad SPI with a 104 MHz clock rate for standard, 2-bit and 4-bit modes for fast data transfer.
• Program / Erase Performance — Typical program/erase timings from the device datasheet: page program time 1 ms (typical); sector erase 100 ms (typical); half-block erase 300 ms (typical); block erase 500 ms (typical); chip erase 15 s (typical).
• Uniform Sector Architecture — 512 × 4-Kbyte sectors, 64 × 32-Kbyte blocks and 32 × 64-Kbyte blocks; any sector or block can be erased individually for flexible in-field updates.
• Write Protection & Security — Software and hardware write protection mechanisms, lockable 3 × 1024-byte OTP security sector, and support for Serial Flash Discoverable Parameters (SFDP).
• Low Power — Typical active current ≈10 mA and typical power-down current ≈1 µA as specified in the datasheet.
• Voltage & Supply — Single power-supply operation; datasheet lists full voltage range 2.3–3.6 V. Typical supply value shown in product specifications: 2.5 V.
• Industrial Grade & Temperature Range — Industrial operating temperature range −40 °C to 85 °C, suitable for extended-temperature environments.
• Package & Mounting — Surface-mount 8-pin SOP (150 mil) package option; additional package choices exist in the series.
• Reliability — Minimum 100K program/erase cycles per sector and 20 years data retention as specified in the datasheet.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Firmware Storage — Stores boot code and system firmware for microcontroller-based designs requiring non-volatile, field-updateable storage.
• Industrial Control — Retains configuration, calibration and runtime parameters in industrial controllers and automation equipment across −40 °C to 85 °C.
• Consumer & IoT Devices — Holds application code, configuration files and assets in connected devices that benefit from high-speed SPI access and low power standby.
• Boot & Security Data — Uses lockable OTP sector and read-unique ID support for secure storage of device identifiers and critical boot data.

Unique Advantages

• Flexible SPI Modes — Standard, Dual and Quad SPI support enables designers to trade off interface complexity and throughput to meet system requirements.
• Fast Read Throughput — 104 MHz clocking in multiple SPI modes provides higher read bandwidth for quicker boot and data access times.
• Granular Erase Control — Uniform 4-Kbyte sectors and multiple block sizes allow targeted updates without full-chip erase, reducing update time and wear.
• Industrial Temperature Support — Specified −40 °C to 85 °C operation for deployment in harsher environments common in industrial systems.
• On-Device Protection & Security — Software/hardware write protection and an OTP security sector help safeguard critical code and data.
• Low Power Standby — Microamp-class power-down current minimizes standby energy use for battery-backed or low-power systems.

Why Choose EN25QE16A-104GIP(2PC)?

The EN25QE16A-104GIP(2PC) positions itself as a practical SPI NOR flash option for designers who need a balance of capacity, performance and industrial reliability. With 16 Mbit density, 104 MHz SPI operation, and a flexible uniform-sector architecture, it supports common firmware and data storage patterns while enabling efficient in-field updates and protection strategies.

Its industrial temperature rating, robust program/erase endurance, and security features make it suitable for embedded systems in industrial automation, IoT devices, and consumer products that require stable long-term storage and predictable behavior across the supply and temperature ranges specified by the manufacturer.

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