APPLICATION NOTE Migrating MX29GL512E to MX29GL512F 1. Introduction This application note describes the major differences between MX29GL512F and MX29GL512E. All the information in this document is based on the latest datasheet of the MX29GL512F and it will be subject to change if there are any discrepancies occurred. 2. Feature Comparison Part Number MX29GL512E MX29GL512F Voltage 2.7~3.6 V 2.7~3.6 V Package 70-SSOP 2 56-TSOP (14x20mm ) 2 64-LFBGA (11x13mm ) 70-SSOP 2 56-TSOP (14x20mm ) 2 64-LFBGA (11x13mm ) 128KBx512 128KBx512 Configuration x8 / x16 x8 / x16 Boot Block Uniform Uniform Yes Yes 256 bytes 256 bytes Feature Sector Architecture CFI (Commom Flash Interface) Security Sector Parameter Typ. Max. Min. Typ. Max. 11 100 110 360 Access Time (Taa) 3.0~3.6V Access Time (Taa) 2.7~3.6V Word Program Time ns ns us 11 100 110 360 Chip Program Time sec 200 700 200 700 Sector Erase Time Chip Erase Time Total Write Buffer Time Erase/Program Cycle sec sec us cycle 0.6 256 200 100,000 5 600 0.6 256 120 5 600 100,000 3. DC Specifications Parameter MX29GL512E MX29GL512F Icr1, Read current (1MHz, mA) Icr1, Read current (5MHz,mA) 20 (Max.) 50 (Max.) 20 (Max.) 50 (Max.) Icr2, VCC Page Read current (10MHz, mA) Icw, Write current (mA) 10 (Max.) 30 (Max.) 10 (Max.) 30 (Max.) Isb, Standby current (uA ) 200 (Max.) 200 (Max.) Isbr, Reset current 200 (Max.) 200 (Max.) Publication Number: AN-104 1 REV. 1.0, MAR. 22, 2011 APPLICATION NOTE Migrating MX29GL512E to MX29GL512F 4. AC/DC Specifications Parameter MX29GL512E MX29GL512F Taa, Valid data output after address (ns) Tce, Valid data output after CE# low (ns) 100/110 (Max.) 100/110 (Max.) 100/110 (Max.) 100/110 (Max.) Toe, Valid data output after OE# low (ns) Tpa, Page access time (ns) 25 (Max.) 25 (Max.) 25 (Max.) 25 (Max.) Trc, Read period time (ns) Twc, Write period time (ns) 100/110 (Max.) 100/110 (Max.) 100/110 (Max.) 100/110 (Max.) Tcwc, Command period time (ns) 100/110 (Max.) 100/110 (Max.) 5. Manufacturer ID & Device ID Comparison Part Number MX29GL512E MX29GL512F Manufacturer ID 00C2h 00C2h Device ID (Cycle 1, 2, 3) 22AEh 2223h 2201h 22AEh 2223h 2201h 6. Software Notices The software commands of MX29GL512F are all the same as the ones of MX29GL512E. 7. References The following datasheets were applied for preparing this comparison notes: Datasheet Location Date Issued Versions MX29GL512E Macronix Website Jun. 16, 2011 1.2 MX29GL512F Macronix Website Jan. 19, 2012 1.2 For more functional and parametric specifications, please refer to the datasheet on the Macronix Website at http://www.macronix.com/ and go to: Products/Flash Memory/Parallel Flash. Publication Number: AN-104 2 REV. 1.0, MAR. 22, 2011 APPLICATION NOTE Except for customized products which have been expressly identified in the applicable agreement, Macronix's products are designed, developed, and/or manufactured for ordinary business, industrial, personal, and/or household applications only, and not for use in any applications which may, directly or indirectly, cause death, personal injury, or severe property damages. In the event Macronix products are used in contradicted to their target usage above, the buyer shall take any and all actions to ensure said Macronix's product qualified for its actual use in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations; and Macronix as well as it’s suppliers and/or distributors shall be released from any and all liability arisen therefrom. Copyright© Macronix International Co., Ltd. 2011~2012. All rights reserved, including the trademarks and tradename thereof, such as Macronix, MXIC, MXIC Logo, MX Logo, Integrated Solutions Provider, NBit, Nbit, NBiit, Macronix NBit, eLiteFlash, XtraROM, Phines, KH Logo, BE-SONOS, KSMC, Kingtech, MXSMIO, Macronix vEE, Macronix MAP, Rich Audio, Rich Book, Rich TV, and FitCAM. The names and brands of other companies are for identification purposes only and may be claimed as the property of the respective companies. For the contact and order information, please visit Macronix’s Web site at: http://www.macronix.com MACRONIX INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD. reserves the right to change product and specifications without notice. 3