IS43R16160F-6TL

The IS43R16160F-6TL is a 256-megabit DDR SDRAM from ISSI, organized as 16M x 16, delivering reliable parallel memory performance for commercial applications. Built on proven SDRAM technology with a 166MHz clock frequency, this memory component provides the balanced combination of density, speed, and cost-effectiveness needed for consumer electronics, computing peripherals, and networking equipment operating in standard temperature environments.

Key Features

• Memory Architecture - 256Mbit capacity organized as 16M x 16, providing efficient data organization for 16-bit bus systems with 7ns access time for responsive read operations.
• DDR SDRAM Technology - Double data rate architecture transfers data on both rising and falling clock edges, maximizing bandwidth efficiency at 166MHz operation with a 15ns write cycle time.
• Power and Voltage - Operates on a standard 2.3V to 2.7V supply range, compatible with typical 2.5V digital logic systems common in commercial electronics.
• Package and Form Factor - Available in a space-efficient 66-TSOP II package (10.16mm width) that balances footprint with thermal performance for surface-mount designs.
• Operating Temperature Range - Rated for 0°C to 70°C operation, suitable for commercial-grade applications in controlled environments.

Typical Applications

• Consumer Electronics - This DDR SDRAM serves as main memory in set-top boxes, digital TVs, and multimedia devices where 256Mbit density and 166MHz performance support video buffering and user interface operations at commercial temperature ranges.
• Networking Equipment - The parallel interface and 16M x 16 organization make this component suitable for packet buffering in routers and switches operating in climate-controlled network closets and data centers.
• Computing Peripherals - Printers, scanners, and multi-function devices utilize this SDRAM for image processing buffers and firmware execution, benefiting from the balance of capacity and access speed.
• Industrial Controllers - Commercial-grade automation systems and process controllers leverage this memory for data logging and HMI applications in temperature-controlled industrial environments.

Unique Advantages

• Proven DDR Technology: Mature SDRAM architecture reduces design risk and ensures stable supply availability for volume production.
• Standard Voltage Operation: 2.5V nominal supply simplifies power delivery design and integrates seamlessly with common digital logic families.
• Parallel Interface Simplicity: Direct memory bus connection eliminates protocol overhead and simplifies firmware development compared to serial memory alternatives.
• Optimized Density Point: 256Mbit capacity hits the sweet spot for applications requiring more than basic SRAM but not requiring gigabit-scale DRAM, reducing BOM cost.
• Compact TSOP II Packaging: Industry-standard package enables automated assembly and provides thermal performance suitable for commercial operating conditions.
• Active Lifecycle Status: Current production availability ensures long-term supply continuity for product lifecycles extending into the coming years.

Why Choose IS43R16160F-6TL?

The IS43R16160F-6TL addresses the requirements of commercial electronic systems that need reliable, cost-effective volatile memory with proven DDR SDRAM technology. With its 166MHz operation and 256Mbit density, this component serves designs where SRAM capacity is insufficient but gigabit-scale DRAM would be overspecified. ISSI's established position in the memory market provides supply chain stability for production programs.

This component is particularly well-suited for commercial products with controlled operating environments, where the 0°C to 70°C range aligns with typical commercial specifications. Design teams benefit from straightforward parallel interface integration and standard 2.5V power rails common in modern digital systems.

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