DS1312 - Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated

Manufacturer Part Number

DS1312

Manufacturer

Analog Devices

Introduction

The DS1312 is a nonvolatile RAM (NVRAM) controller that provides an easy-to-use interface between a microprocessor and a standard RAM chip. It combines the features of a real-time clock, battery-backed RAM, and a watchdog timer in a single chip. The DS1312 can be used in a wide range of applications, including industrial control systems, data collection devices, and embedded systems.

Product Features and Performance

Combines a real-time clock, battery-backed RAM, and a watchdog timer in a single chip

Provides an easy-to-use interface between a microprocessor and a standard RAM chip

Supports a wide range of operating voltages (4.75V to 5.5V) and operating temperatures (-40°C to 85°C)

Features a built-in 32.768 kHz crystal oscillator for accurate timekeeping

Includes a lithium energy cell that can maintain the clock and RAM for up to 10 years in the absence of system power

Offers a programmable watchdog timer that can reset the system if the software fails to periodically update it

Product Advantages

Simplifies the design and reduces the component count in systems that require a real-time clock, battery-backed RAM, and a watchdog timer

Provides a reliable and robust solution for mission-critical applications that require data retention and system monitoring

Allows for easy integration with a wide range of microprocessors and embedded systems

Key Reasons to Choose This Product

Comprehensive feature set that addresses the needs of industrial and embedded systems

Proven reliability and performance in a wide range of applications

Easy integration and programming, reducing development time and costs

Long-term data retention and system monitoring capabilities

Quality and Safety Features

Rigorously tested and qualified to meet industry standards for reliability and safety

Designed and manufactured to ensure consistent quality and performance

Compatibility

The DS1312 is compatible with a wide range of microprocessors and embedded systems that require a real-time clock, battery-backed RAM, and a watchdog timer.

Application Areas

Industrial control systems

Data collection and monitoring devices

Embedded systems

Instrumentation and test equipment

Automotive and transportation systems

Product Lifecycle

The DS1312 is an obsolete product, meaning it is no longer in active production. However, there are several equivalent or alternative models available from Analog Devices that offer similar functionality and performance. Customers are advised to contact our website's sales team for more information on the available options and to discuss the best solution for their specific application requirements.