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GD25Q128EWIGR GigaDevice 128Mbit SPI NOR Flash Memory IC Chip WSON-8
GD25Q128EWIGR Product Overview
The GD25Q128EWIGR is a 128M-bit Serial NOR Flash memory from GigaDevice, supporting Standard SPI, Dual SPI, and Quad SPI modes. Housed in a compact WSON-8-EP(5x6mm) package, the GD25Q128EWIGR delivers exceptional performance with a 133MHz maximum clock frequency and Quad I/O data transfer rates up to 532Mbit/s. With at least 100,000 program/erase cycles, 20-year data retention, and a standby current of only 14μA, the GD25Q128EWIGR is an ideal storage solution for industrial control, IoT devices, and consumer electronics.
GD25Q128EWIGR Key Features
Large Storage Capacity: The GD25Q128EWIGR provides 128M-bit (16M × 8) memory capacity for firmware storage, parameter saving, and data logging applications.
High-Speed SPI Interface: The GD25Q128EWIGR supports Standard SPI, Dual SPI, and Quad SPI modes with clock frequency up to 133MHz. Quad I/O mode delivers 532Mbit/s data transfer rate; Dual I/O mode delivers 266Mbit/s.
Ultra-Compact WSON-8 Package: The GD25Q128EWIGR comes in a WSON-8-EP(5x6mm) package, ideal for space-constrained PCB designs.
Wide Voltage & Temperature Range: The GD25Q128EWIGR operates from a single 2.7V to 3.6V power supply, industrial temperature range -40℃ to +85℃.
Flexible Erase Architecture: The GD25Q128EWIGR supports uniform 4KB sectors and 32/64KB blocks, with sector erase time of 45ms and 32KB block erase time of 150ms.
Excellent Reliability: The GD25Q128EWIGR delivers at least 100,000 program/erase cycles and 20-year data retention.
Ultra-Low Power Consumption: The GD25Q128EWIGR has a typical standby current of only 14μA, ideal for battery-powered portable devices.
Comprehensive Protection: The GD25Q128EWIGR supports software write protection and hardware write protection. Integrated Write Enable Latch and Absolute Write Protection. The GD25Q128EWIGR supports WP# and HOLD#/RESET# functions.
Fast Page Programming: The GD25Q128EWIGR achieves a typical page program time of 500μs.
GD25Q128EWIGR Applications
With its high speed, low power consumption, and high reliability, the GD25Q128EWIGR is widely used in:
Industrial Control: The GD25Q128EWIGR is ideal for PLCs, industrial automation equipment, industrial motherboards
IoT Devices: The GD25Q128EWIGR suits smart home devices, IoT sensor nodes, data acquisition terminals
Consumer Electronics: The GD25Q128EWIGR can be used in smart watches, TWS earphones, set-top boxes, gaming peripherals
Networking & Communications: The GD25Q128EWIGR is deployed in routers, network modules, optical communication equipment
Automotive Electronics: The GD25Q128EWIGR is suitable for in-vehicle infotainment, automotive instrument clusters
Smart Metering: The GD25Q128EWIGR is used in smart electricity meters, water meters, gas meters
Boot Storage: The GD25Q128EWIGR serves as code storage and boot memory for MCU/MPU systems
GD25Q128EWIGR Key Advantages
High-Speed Quad SPI Performance: The GD25Q128EWIGR offers 133MHz clock with Quad I/O mode delivering up to 532Mbit/s data transfer rate, significantly improving system boot speed and firmware upgrade efficiency.
Exceptional Reliability & Endurance: The GD25Q128EWIGR provides 100,000 program/erase cycles with 20-year data retention ensuring secure data storage in long-lifecycle products.
Ultra-Low Standby Power: The GD25Q128EWIGR draws only 14μA standby current – ideal for battery-powered IoT devices and portable products.
Comprehensive Protection Mechanisms: The GD25Q128EWIGR features software write protection, hardware write protection, absolute write protection, and write enable latch – effectively preventing data tampering and unauthorized writing.
Flexible Erase Granularity: The GD25Q128EWIGR supports 4KB sector erase and 32/64KB block erase, allowing flexible optimization based on application requirements.
Ultra-Compact Package Saves Space: The GD25Q128EWIGR's WSON-8-EP(5x6mm) small footprint is ideal for space-constrained portable and wearable designs.
Mature Domestic Supply Chain: GigaDevice, as a leading domestic NOR Flash supplier for the GD25Q128EWIGR, ensures stable and reliable supply.
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FAQ
1 What is the GD25Q128EWIGR chip
The GD25Q128EWIGR is a 128 megabit high capacity serial flash memory chip from GigaDevice featuring a WSON 8 EP package with an exposed pad and is commonly used for firmware storage in embedded systems.
2 What is the storage capacity of this chip
The GD25Q128EWIGR has a storage capacity of 128 megabits which translates to 16 megabytes sufficient for most embedded Linux systems RTOS firmware and large configuration data storage.
3 What package and dimensions does it use
The GD25Q128EWIGR uses a WSON 8 EP package with 8 pins and an exposed thermal pad on the bottom which is an ultra thin small outline no lead surface mount package ideal for compact PCB designs.
4 What are the operating voltage and temperature ranges
The GD25Q128EWIGR operates at 2 point 7 volts to 3 point 6 volts and the industrial grade temperature range is from minus 40 degrees Celsius to plus 85 degrees Celsius ensuring excellent environmental tolerance.
5 What data interfaces and transfer modes are supported
The GD25Q128EWIGR supports the standard SPI serial interface and in addition to single bit transmission it also fully supports Dual SPI and Quad SPI fast read modes significantly boosting system data throughput.
6 What application scenarios is this chip suitable for
The GD25Q128EWIGR is widely used in IoT smart gateways industrial automation control boards smart security monitoring devices wireless communication modules and various consumer electronics requiring large code storage.
7 What are the maximum operating frequency and read write speeds
The GD25Q128EWIGR reaches a maximum clock frequency of 104 megahertz with some high speed versions supporting 133 megahertz enabling high speed data reads in Quad SPI mode to improve system boot and execution efficiency.
8 Which mainstream models is it compatible with for replacement
The GD25Q128EWIGR is highly compatible with the Winbond W25Q128 series and Macronix MX25L128 series in both hardware pins and software instructions allowing for seamless cross platform replacement.
9 What data security and write protection features does it have
The GD25Q128EWIGR supports a hardware write protect pin software write protection commands and independent 4KB sector erase and 64KB block erase functions effectively protecting critical firmware from accidental or malicious modifications.
10 What design considerations are there for the WSON package
The exposed thermal pad on the bottom of the GD25Q128EWIGR must be reliably grounded on the PCB to significantly enhance heat dissipation and reduce operating temperature rise. Additionally decoupling capacitors should be placed near the power supply pins of the GD25Q128EWIGR to ensure power integrity.
- Model:
- GD25Q128EWIGR
- Brand:
- GigaDevice
- Memory Type:
- NOR Flash
- Memory Size:
- 128Mbit
- Interface:
- SPI - Quad I/O
- Max Clock Frequency:
- 133MHz
- Max Data Transfer Rate:
- 532Mbit/s
- Standby Current:
- 14μA
- Operating Temperature:
- -40℃ ~ +85℃
- Package:
- WSON-8-EP