AN323 Migrating from Grade 1 version of FM25C160 to Grade 1 version of FM25C160B Author: Girija Chougala Associated Project: No Associated Part Family: FM25C160-GA, FM25C160B-GA Software Version: None Related Documents: For a complete list, click here AN323 discusses the key differences that need to be considered when migrating from Grade 1 version of FM25C160 to Grade 1 version of FM25C160B. FM25C160 is now obsolete and this application note explains how FM25C160B is a replacement for FM25C160. Table 1. Compatibility Chart Introduction FM25C160B-GA, a 16-Kbit SPI Grade 1 F-RAM™, is a replacement device for FM25C160-GA, which is now obsolete. The two devices are identical in terms of package, pinout, DC / AC parameters, and read / write functionality. This application note discusses the key differences between the two devices that need to be considered when migrating from FM25C160-GA to FM25C160B-GA. FM25C160-GA Feature or Spec Drop-In Replacement or Not? From a software point of view, the two devices are identical. Both the devices are read / write compatible and use the same two-byte address. From a hardware point of view, the key difference between the two devices is the FM25160B-GA’s lower operating current. Additionally, FM25160B-GA datasheet adds a power-up ramp rate, power-down ramp rate and first-access time specification. Is FM25C160B-GA compatible? Package Yes Pinout Yes Temperature Range Yes Operating Voltage Yes Operating Current Yes Standby Current Yes Read / Write Function Yes Timing / Frequency Yes Data Retention Yes Endurance Yes Table 1 shows the compatibility chart of FM25C160-GA and FM25C160B-GA. For a detailed comparison, see Table 3. Ordering Part Numbers Table 2 gives the recommended FM25C160B-GA ordering part numbers that correspond to the now obsolete FM25C160-GA ordering part numbers. Table 2. Recommended Ordering Part Numbers for Migration FM25C160-GA Ordering Part Number FM25C160-GA FM25C160-GATR www.cypress.com FM25C160B-GA Status Obsolete Ordering Part Number FM25C160B-GA Comments Status In production FM25C160B-GATR Document No. 001-86846 Rev. *B No hardware or software change is required 1 Migrating from Grade 1 version of FM25C160 to Grade 1 version of FM25C160B Comparison of FM25C160 and FM25C160B Table 3 gives a detailed comparison of the two devices. Table 3. Detailed Comparison Package Types Package Outlines Pinout Temperature Range Operating Voltage Range Active Supply Current FM25C160-GA FM25C160B-GA -GA -GA SOIC-8 SOIC-8 - - Identical –40 ºC to +125 ºC –40 ºC to +125 ºC Identical 4.5 V to 5.5 V 4.5 V to 5.5 V Identical 500 µA @ 1 MHz 300 µA @ 1 MHz 6.5 mA @ 15 MHz 3.0 mA @ 15 MHz Comments Identical “green” SOIC package Identical outline and board footprint FM25C160B-GA offers lower active current 10 µA (+85 ºC) 10 µA (+85 ºC) 30 µA (+125 ºC) 30 µA (+125 ºC) - - 15 MHz 15 MHz - - 9000 hours (+125 ºC) 11000 hours (+125 ºC) after 11 years (+105 ºC) 17 years (+55 ºC) 121 years (+85 ºC) 1E+12 1E+13 VDD Power-Up Ramp Rate (tVR) - 30 µs / V Power-up ramp rate should be slower than 30 µs / V for FM25C160B-GA VDD Power-Down Ramp Rate (tVF) - 20 µs / V Power-down ramp rate should be slower than 20 µs / V for FM25C160B-GA Power-Up to First Access (tPU) - 1 ms Standby Current Read / Write Function Clock Frequency AC Timing Parameters Data Retention Endurance (Write/Read Cycles) Identical Identical 2-byte addressing, Identical opcodes Identical All specification limits are the Identical FM25C160B-GA retention offers FM25C160B-GA endurance offers better data improved After power-up, the first access FM25C160B-GA should be after 1 ms of Critical Considerations You should consider all the parameter differences mentioned in Table 3 during the migration to FM25C160B-GA. This section discusses the critical differences. System designers should also review the datasheet when migrating to the new part. VDD Ramp Rate VDD power-up and power-down ramp rate specifications are added in FM25C160B-GA device. Ensure that the power-up ramp rate is slower than 30 µs / V and power-down ramp rate is slower than 20 µs / V in your system. Power-Up to First Access Power-up to first access specification is added in FM25C160B-GA device. Ensure that the FM25C160B-GA device is accessed only after 1 ms from power-up. Summary AN323 discussed the differences between the Grade 1 versions of FM25C160 and FM25C160B that need to be considered during migration to the FM25C160B. www.cypress.com Document No. 001-86846 Rev. *B 2 Migrating from Grade 1 version of FM25C160 to Grade 1 version of FM25C160B Related Documents Datasheet FM25C160B: 16-Kbit (2 K × 8) Serial (SPI) Automotive F-RAM datasheet Application Note AN304 – SPI GUIDE FOR F-RAM www.cypress.com Document No. 001-86846 Rev. *B 3 Migrating from Grade 1 version of FM25C160 to Grade 1 version of FM25C160B Document History Document Title: Migrating from Grade 1 version of FM25C160 to Grade 1 version of FM25C160B - AN323 Document Number: 001-86846 Revision ECN Orig. of Change Submission Date Description of Change ** 3944550 GVCH 03/26/2013 New Spec. *A 4279208 MEDU 03/05/2014 Updated to Cypress Template. Updated “Active Supply Current” from “6.0 mA @ 14 MHz” to “6.5 mA @ 15 MHz”. Updated Clock Frequency from 14 MHz to 15 MHz. Updated data retention for FM25C160B-GA. Updated “VDD Power-Down Ramp Rate” for FM25C160B-GA from 100 µs / V to 20 µs / V. Updated “Power-Up to First Access” for FM25C160B-GA from 10 ms to 1 ms. *B 4498656 GVCH 09/23/2014 Changed title from “Differences between Grade 1 versions of FM25C160 and FM25C160B” to “Migrating from Grade 1 version of FM25C160 to Grade 1 version of FM25C160B.” Updated abstract. Added “Ordering Part Numbers” section. Added title for Table 3. Added “Related Documents” section. www.cypress.com Document No. 001-86846 Rev. *B 4 Migrating from Grade 1 version of FM25C160 to Grade 1 version of FM25C160B Worldwide Sales and Design Support Cypress maintains a worldwide network of offices, solution centers, manufacturer’s representatives, and distributors. To find the office closest to you, visit us at Cypress Locations. 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