Manufacturer Part Number
MCP7940N-I/MS
Manufacturer
Microchip Technology
Introduction
Real-time clock (RTC) with alarm, SRAM, and square wave output
Product Features and Performance
Fully integrated real-time clock with alarm, leap year, and square wave output
64-byte of SRAM for data storage
Operates from 1.8V to 5.5V supply
Low current consumption of 1.2μA in timekeeping mode
Supports 12/24-hour time format with year-month-day-day-of-week calendar
Automatic leap year compensation
Product Advantages
Wide operating voltage range
Very low power consumption
Integrated SRAM for data storage
Robust features like alarm and square wave output
Key Technical Parameters
Operating voltage: 1.8V to 5.5V
Operating temperature: -40°C to 85°C
Time/date format: HH:MM:SS, YY-MM-DD-dd
Timekeeping current: 1.2μA max @ 3.3V
SRAM size: 64 bytes
Quality and Safety Features
Compliant with RoHS3 directive
Automotive-grade AEC-Q100 qualification
Compatibility
Surface mount 8-MSOP package
Compatible with I2C/2-wire serial interface
Application Areas
Automotive electronics
Industrial control systems
Consumer electronics
Embedded systems
Product Lifecycle
This product is an active, in-production part from Microchip Technology.
Replacement or upgrade options may be available from Microchip.
Key Reasons to Choose This Product
Highly integrated real-time clock with advanced features like alarm and SRAM
Excellent power efficiency with very low timekeeping current
Wide operating voltage and temperature range for versatile applications
Automotive-grade quality and safety certification
Widely compatible through standard I2C/2-wire interface