24C02N EEPROM IC 2Kbits 1MHz I2C DIP-8
The 24C02N is a tiny, non-volatile serial EEPROM providing 2K-bit storage arranged as 256 × 8-bit words. It is implemented as a two-wire (I²C) memory device and is built to be compact and easy to integrate with microcontrollers. The device is optimized for low-power operation and is offered in common space-saving packages so it can be added to small boards or legacy through-hole designs.
Memory is accessed through a two-wire serial protocol with standard start/stop, acknowledge and sequential read/write procedures. The device retains the last addressed location between operations, supports page writes, and implements acknowledge-polling to signal internal write completion. A hardware write-protect pin provides a simple way to prevent unwanted memory writes. The interface is designed to be interoperable with typical microcontroller I²C peripherals.
The 24C02N is available in several package styles including an 8-lead DIP suitable for through-hole mounting, making it convenient for prototyping and repairable designs. Its small footprint, nonvolatile data retention, and simple serial interface make it suitable as a configuration, calibration or user-settings store on a wide range of electronic products. Ordering and packaging options are provided for both tube and reel shipment.
Features:
- Wide voltage operation (VCC = 1.7V to 5.5V).
- Operating ambient temperature: −40°C to +85°C.
- Internally organized (24C02 = 256 × 8).
- Two-wire serial interface (I²C).
- Schmitt trigger, filtered inputs for noise suppression.
- Bidirectional data transfer protocol.
- 1 MHz (at 5V) and 400 kHz compatibility (at lower voltages).
- Write Protect pin for hardware data protection.
- 8-byte page write mode (for 2K device).
- Partial page writes allowed.
- Self-timed write cycle (max 5 ms).
- High reliability: 1 million write cycles; 100 years data retention.
Specifications:
| Parameter (condition) | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory organization: | 256 × 8 (2 Kbits) |
| Supply voltage (recommended): | 1.7 V to 5.5 V |
| Absolute max VCC: | −0.3 V to +6.5 V |
| Operating ambient temperature: | −40°C to +85°C |
| Storage temperature: | −65°C to +150°C |
| Clock frequency (SCL): | Up to 1.0 MHz (at 5.0 V) 400 kHz (at lower voltages) |
| Supply current (Read @100 kHz, VCC=5.0V): | 0.4 mA, Max 1.0 mA |
| Supply current (Write @100 kHz, VCC=5.0V): | 2.0 mA, Max 3.0 mA |
| Standby current: | Min 0.1 µA Max 1.0 µA |
| Output low level VOL (VCC=5.0 V): | Max 0.4 V (IOL = 3.0 mA) |
| Pin capacitance (SDA): | CI/O max 8 pF (TA=25°C, f=1 MHz) |
| Write cycle time (tWR): | Max 5 ms |
| Endurance (byte mode, 5.0 V, 25°C): | 1,000,000 write cycles |
| Data retention: | 100 years |
| Page write size (24C02): | 8 bytes per page |
| Package: | DIP-8 |
Pinout:
Applications:
- Consumer Electronics.
- Industrial Automation.
- Automotive Systems.
- Medical Devices.
- Telecommunication Equipment.
- Parameter Storage.
- Smart Cards and Identification Systems.
- Battery Management Systems.
- Printers and Office Automation.
- IoT Devices.
Package contents:
- 1x 24C02N EEPROM IC 2Kbits 1MHz I2C DIP-8



