Fujitsu Introduces New FRAM Featuring Wide Voltage Ranges, Low Power, Maximum Read/Write Capacity

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct. 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Fujitsu Semiconductor America (FSA) today introduced a new Ferroelectric Random Access Memory (FRAM) device that operates from 2.7V to 5.5V, providing non-volatile data memory with high-speed read/write access times and low power consumption for products that require a wide voltage range.

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The MB85RC256V is the latest addition to the growing family of Fujitsu V Series FRAM ICs, which provide memory capacities of 4Kbit, 16Kbit, 64Kbit and 256Kbit. FRAM combines the non-volatile data memory characteristics of ROM with the speed advantages of RAM. The new MB85RC256V features memory capacity of 256Kb with configurations of 32k x 8 bits, 10¹² times read/write cycle capability, and 10 years of data retention at industrial temperature ranges. The IC supports a 2-wire serial bus transmission protocol (I²C) with frequencies up to 1MHz (when operating between 4.5V and 5.5V) and frequencies of 400kHz (when operating between 2.7V and 4.5V).

Optimal Read/Write Access, High Endurance, Low Power

The MB85RC256V and other Fujitsu FRAMs deliver much faster read/write access, higher endurance and lower power consumption than conventional EEPROM and Flash memory. These outstanding features make FRAM suitable for a variety of advanced applications such as metering, industrial control, medical and healthcare electronics, and financial point-of-sale systems. With in-house development and manufacturing, Fujitsu is able to deliver high-quality products with a stable supply chain.

Availability

The new FRAM is available now in two varieties of SOP-8 packages (3.9mm x 5.05mm and 5.30mm x 5.24mm) to support different layout design requirements. These two package options are pin-compatible with other common memories available today, making it easy to replace existing sockets.

For more details about Fujitsu's leading-edge FRAM ICs visit http://us.fujitsu.com/semi/fram.

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About Fujitsu Semiconductor America, Inc.

Fujitsu Semiconductor America, Inc. (FSA) is a leading designer and developer of innovative semiconductor products and solutions for new generations of consumer, communications, automotive and industrial products. FSA provides a comprehensive portfolio of high-quality, reliable semiconductor products and services throughout North and South America. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Fujitsu Semiconductor America (formerly Fujitsu Microelectronics America) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fujitsu Semiconductor Limited (FSL), Japan. 

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