8 MBIT (1MB X8, UNIFORM BLOCK) 3V SUPPLY FIRMWARE HUB FLASH MEMORY The **M50FW080** is a Flash memory device manufactured by **STMicroelectronics (ST)**. Here are its key specifications, descriptions, and features:
### **Specifications:**
- **Memory Type:** Flash (Non-Volatile)
- **Density:** 8 Mbit (1 MB)
- **Organization:**
- 1M x 8-bit
- 256K x 32-bit (for burst mode)
- **Supply Voltage:** 2.7V to 3.6V
- **Access Time:** 70 ns (maximum)
- **Operating Temperature Range:**
- Commercial (0°C to +70°C)
- Industrial (-40°C to +85°C)
- **Package Options:**
- 44-pin PLCC (Plastic Leaded Chip Carrier)
- 48-pin TSOP (Thin Small Outline Package)
### **Descriptions:**
- The **M50FW080** is a **3V-only Flash memory** designed for embedded systems requiring high-speed read operations.
- It supports **burst mode** for faster sequential data access.
- Features **asynchronous and synchronous read modes** for compatibility with different system architectures.
- Includes **sector erase and chip erase** functionality for flexible memory management.
### **Features:**
- **Low Power Consumption:**
- Active current: 20 mA (typical)
- Standby current: 100 µA (typical)
- **High-Speed Performance:**
- Page mode access: 25 ns (for burst mode)
- Asynchronous random access: 70 ns
- **Reliability & Endurance:**
- 100,000 erase/program cycles per sector
- 20-year data retention
- **Software Data Protection:**
- Prevents accidental writes/erases
- **Hardware Reset (RESET# Pin):**
- Ensures controlled initialization
- **Compatibility:**
- JEDEC-standard pinout for easy replacement
This device is commonly used in **automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics** applications requiring reliable non-volatile storage.
(Note: For detailed timing diagrams and programming algorithms, refer to the official **STMicroelectronics datasheet**.)
