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M27C256B-10F1 compared against its qualified second sources
M27C256B-10F1STMicroelectronicsAT27C256R-70PUMicrochip TechnologyAT28C256-15PUMicrochip Technology+1more
FFF CompatibilityUtilizes a plastic 28-pin PDIP package instead of the windowed ceramic FDIP package, but retains exact pin assignment compatibility.Standard 28-pin DIP form factor with matching lead pitch, but uses a solid plastic body without a quartz erasure window.Meets all critical voltage (4.5V to 5.5V), organization (32K x 8), and speed requirements.Pinout is incompatible due to different assignments on Pin 1 (A14 vs VPP) and Pin 27 (~WE vs A14).Employs a standard 28-pin plastic DIP package with identical footprint spacing.Slower read access time of 150 ns compared to the original 100 ns, though it functions as a 32K x 8 parallel non-volatile memory.
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M27C256B-10F1 by STMicroelectronics: EPROM - UV Memory IC 256Kbit Parallel 100 ns 28-CDIP Frit Seal with Window.

The AT27C256R-70PU is an active, modern OTP (One-Time Programmable) EPROM variant that matches the pinout and electrical parameters of the original part. It features a faster 70 ns access time but cannot be erased under UV light due to its windowless plastic package.

  • Active lifecycle and readily available from major distributors
  • Faster read access time of 70 ns compared to the original 100 ns
  • Identical electrical interface and identical parallel EPROM logical behavior
  • One-Time Programmable (OTP) only; cannot be erased and reprogrammed since there is no quartz window.

The AT28C256-15PU is an active parallel EEPROM that serves as an electrical-upgrade alternative. It requires wiring or socket modifications because of pinout differences (specifically Pins 1 and 27) but allows direct electrical write/erase cycles.

  • Electrically erasable and reprogrammable (EEPROM) without requiring ultraviolet light equipment
  • Active lifecycle status from a reputable manufacturer
  • Requires PCB trace rerouting or a hardware adapter due to pinout differences on Pins 1 and 27.
  • Slower read access speed of 150 ns compared to the original 100 ns.
Lifecycle StatusObsoleteActiveActive
Market AvailabilityNon-stockIn stockIn stock
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DescriptionEPROM - UV Memory IC 256Kbit Parallel 100 ns 28-CDIP Frit Seal with WindowEPROM - OTP Memory IC 256Kbit Parallel 70 ns 28-PDIPEEPROM Memory IC 256Kbit Parallel 150 ns 28-PDIP
ManufacturerSTMicroelectronicsMicrochip TechnologyMicrochip Technology
TypeMemoryMemoryMemory
DatasheetOpenOpenOpen
Lead Time17 weeks6 weeks7 weeks
Country of OriginFR--
Export Control Class NumberOBSOLETEEAR99EAR99
HTSUS Code8542.32.0061--
Moisture Sensitivity Level1 (Unlimited)--
TechnologyEPROM - UV--
Access Time100 ns--
Memory Size256Kbit--
Memory TypeNon-Volatile--
Memory FormatEPROM--
Mounting TypeThrough Hole--
Package / Case28-CDIP (0.600", 15.24mm) Window--
Memory InterfaceParallel--

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