SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 3, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Cypress
Semiconductor Corp. (NASDAQ: CY) today introduced a 1Mb nonvolatile
static random access memory (nvSRAM) with a Quad serial peripheral
interface (SPI). The Quad SPI interface enables the new nvSRAM to
exceed the data throughput of larger parallel interface devices
with a smaller footprint. The nvSRAM ensures high-throughput data
capture in event of a power loss without batteries for RAID
storage, industrial automation, computing and networking
applications.
The CY14V101QS 1Mb nvSRAM with Quad SPI interface works at a
clock speed of up to 108 MHz and offers performance exceeding that
of a parallel interface (x8 IO width, 45-ns access time) device.
The nvSRAM provides 24MBps random read/write access time with
unlimited write endurance, and 20-year data retention. With its
reduced I/O width, it offers reduced pin count and board footprint
in a 16-pin SOIC package and 24-ball BGA package. The device also
includes an optional integrated real-time clock (RTC) with +/-
50ppm uncalibrated accuracy. The nvSRAM offers lower power
consumption by a factor of 5.8 (active) and a factor of 10 (sleep)
compared to competitive devices. A video on the device is available
at www.cypress.com/video-library/Memory/quad-spi-nvsram/307986.
Cypress nvSRAMs are RoHS-compliant and directly replace SRAM,
battery-backed SRAM, EPROM and EEPROM devices, offering reliable
nonvolatile data storage without batteries. Data transfers from the
SRAM to the device's nonvolatile elements take place automatically
at power down. On power up, data is restored to the SRAM from the
nonvolatile memory. Both operations are also available under
software control.
"Mission-critical systems require high-performance memories that
can capture data instantly and reliably on power loss," said
Sonal Chandrasekhar, Director of the
Nonvolatile Products Business Unit at Cypress. "Cypress's new 1Mb
Quad SPI nvSRAM delivers fail-safe data security with the
throughput performance of parallel devices in a small form factor
with low power consumption."
Cypress's nvSRAMs are manufactured on its SONOS (Silicon Oxide
Nitride Oxide Silicon) embedded nonvolatile memory technology,
enabling greater densities and improved access times and
performance. nvSRAMs are ideal solutions for applications requiring
high performance and absolute nonvolatile data security such as
RAID systems, PLCs, industrial data loggers, computing and
networking systems, motor drives, routers and switches, avionics,
defense systems, and gaming systems.
A leader in SONOS process technology, Cypress is using the
technology in its flagship PSoC® mixed-signal arrays,
programmable clocks and other products. SONOS is compatible with
standard CMOS technologies and offers numerous advantages including
high endurance, low power, and radiation hardness. The SONOS
technology is qualified to run in Cypress's internal fab and in
multiple foundry partner locations. The technology provides a
superior solution in terms of scalability and manufacturability
compared to other magnetic based nonvolatile memory technologies.
Cypress has shipped more than two billion units that employ the
SONOS process technology utilized in the nvSRAMs.
Availability
The CY14V101QS 1Mb nvSRAM is sampling
today with production expected in the third quarter of 2015.
About Cypress nvSRAMs
Cypress's nvSRAMs use
charge stored on an external capacitor instead of a battery, making
the devices compatible with standard PCB assembly processes.
Cypress's nvSRAMs are ROHS-compliant and directly replace SRAM and
battery-backed SRAM (BBSRAM) products, offering fast non-volatile
data storage. Data transfers from the SRAM to the device's
nonvolatile elements take place automatically at power down. On
power up, data is restored to the SRAM from the nonvolatile memory.
In networking, industrial, computing and RAID applications, nvSRAMs
offer high-speed data transfer while ensuring data integrity in
case of power outages, without the need for a battery. More
information about Cypress's portfolio of nvSRAM products is
available at www.cypress.com/nonvolatile.
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About Cypress
Cypress (NASDAQ: CY) delivers
high-performance, high-quality solutions at the heart of today's
most advanced embedded systems, from automotive, industrial and
networking platforms to highly interactive consumer and mobile
devices. With a broad, differentiated product portfolio that
includes NOR flash memories, F-RAM™ and SRAM, Traveo™
microcontrollers, the industry's only PSoC programmable
system-on-chip solutions, analog and PMIC Power Management ICs,
CapSense® capacitive touch-sensing controllers, and
Wireless BLE Bluetooth® Low-Energy and USB connectivity
solutions, Cypress is committed to providing its customers
worldwide with consistent innovation, best-in-class support and
exceptional system value. To learn more, go to www.cypress.com.
Cypress, the Cypress logo, PSoC and CapSense are registered
trademarks and F-RAM and Traveo are trademarks of Cypress
Semiconductor Corp. All other trademarks are property of their
owners.
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