EEPROM Solutions
Looking to replace a specific obsolete component, such as AT28C256 or X28C010?
Force Technologies supplies a range of configurable standard components to replace obsolete originals in aerospace, defence, rail, industrial, and commercial applications. With a range of density, speed, voltage and package options, our EEPROMs are engineered to slot seamlessly into legacy designs, ensuring long-term system longevity, without the need for costly redesigns or recertification.
Features of EEPROM
Non-Volatile Memory
Data remains stored even when the device is unpowered
Easy to Reprogram
Can be rewritten multiple times, without needing to be removed from the system
Compact and Energy Efficient
Small form factor and low power consumption, ideal where space and energy are at a premium
Long-Term Data Storage
Often 10-20 years or more, providing reliable storage for critical system information
Know exactly what you need? Configure your EEPROM options
Select your required density, and the available speed, voltage and package options will appear.
Select density, speed, voltage and package to continue.
Package options key
The number shown before each package code is the pin count, for example 28SBDIL is a 28-pin SBDIL package.
Side Brazed Dual In Line
SBDIL
Dual in line package in which the metal leads are brazed to the sides of the ceramic body.
Ceramic Leadless Chip Carrier
CLCC
Surface mount device featuring no external leads.
Flatpack
FP
Package in which the IC is enclosed in a thin, flat body with leads extending from the sides for surface mounting.
Need a custom solution?
If you have specific legacy EEPROM requirements, send us your enquiry. We can provide tailored solutions based on your unique system needs.
Frequently asked questions
What is EEPROM?
Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM) is a type of non-volatile memory used to store small amounts of data that will be kept even when the device is unpowered. Unlike traditional ROM (read-only memory), EEPROM can be electrically erased and reprogrammed, byte by byte. This means they are not as fast for writing data as other types of memory chip, such as flash memory, but they are ideal for updating small amounts of data relatively frequently. This makes it a flexible and widely used type of memory for many applications, including aerospace, defence, industrial and commercial systems.
Why are EEPROMs important?
Unlike other memory types, EEPROM chips keep their data even when unpowered, which makes them ideal for critical applications where data integrity is vital, but power is not continuous. The EEPROM was developed to solve the problem of needing UV light for erasing data. Unlike UVEPROM, EEPROM can be updated in situ, without needing to remove or access the microchip, making it straightforward to update the stored data.
What is EEPROM used for?
EEPROMs are found in a wide range of electronic devices, including: - Microcontrollers in smart cards such as bank cards, SIM cards, library cards - Remote keyless systems in cars - User preferences or configuration settings in consumer electronics - Holding encryption keys or access control credentials in defence systems - Storing configuration and calibration data such as sensors or timing controls - Fault logging and monitoring
