MT25QU02GCBB8E12-0AUT - 2Gbit SPI NOR Flash 166MHz | Micron
MPN: MT25QU02GCBB8E12-0AUT ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $14.88 | $14.88 |
| 10 | $14.1 | $141.00 |
| 100 | $12.9 | $1,290.00 |
| 500 | $11.75 | $5,875.00 |
| 1,000 | $10.9 | $10,900.00 |
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View Datasheet →MT25QU02GCBB8E12-0AUT Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Memory Type | NOR Flash, Serial (SPI / Dual SPI / Quad SPI) |
| Density | 2 Gbit (256 MB) |
| Organization | 2G x 1 / 1G x 2 / 512M x 4 |
| Max Clock Frequency | 166 MHz |
| Supply Voltage | 1.8 V |
| Access Time | 7 ns |
| Interface | SPI - Quad I/O |
| Package | 24-T-PBGA (6 x 8 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (BGA) |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C |
| Automotive Qualification | AEC-Q100 qualified |
| XIP (Execute-In-Place) | Yes |
| Write Protection | Software, hardware, power-on, write-enable latch |
| Cell Type | SLC NOR |
| Features | Extended address access, advanced write protection |
MT25QU02GCBB8E12-0AUT 24-t-pbga (6 x 8 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for MT25QU02GCBB8E12-0AUT (24-t-pbga (6 x 8 mm) package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for MT25QU02GCBB8E12-0AUT.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Safe Operating Area (SOA) & Thermal Characteristics
No official SOA curve available for this digital IC. Always operate within absolute maximum ratings specified in the datasheet. Ensure adequate cooling and derate as needed.
Typical Applications
MT25QU02GCBB8E12-0AUT is suitable for 6 applications: Automotive ECU Boot Code Storage, ADAS and Instrument Cluster Firmware, Industrial PLC and Automation Boot Storage, Networking and Telecom Equipment, FPGA Configuration Storage, Telematics and Connected Vehicle Gateways.
Automotive ECU Boot Code Storage
The MT25QU02GCBB8E12-0AUT is purpose-built for storing boot code and application firmware in automotive electronic control units. Its AEC-Q100 qualification and -40C to +125C operating range cover under-hood and body-domain controller environments, while the 2Gbit density accommodates large AUTOSAR images plus dual-bank A/B update slots for OTA firmware updates. The 166 MHz quad SPI interface delivers boot times fast enough to meet CAN and automotive Ethernet wake-up budgets, and execute-in-place (XIP) mode lets the MCU run code directly from flash, reducing RAM requirements and boot copy time. Its 1.8V supply matches modern automotive SoC I/O banks directly.
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ADAS and Instrument Cluster Firmware
Advanced driver assistance systems and digital instrument clusters store graphics assets, neural-network weights, and safety-certified firmware that routinely exceed 128 Mbit, making the MT25QU02GCBB8E12-0AUT's full 2Gbit (256 MB) capacity a strong fit. The 166 MHz quad SPI bus provides the read bandwidth needed for fast cluster boot and asset streaming, while XIP execution reduces latency versus load-to-RAM schemes. The automotive temperature grade and write protection features (software, hardware, and power-on) protect safety-relevant images against corruption, supporting functional-safety firmware integrity concepts. Cluster suppliers commonly pair it with graphics SoCs that expose native QSPI memory controllers.
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Industrial PLC and Automation Boot Storage
Industrial programmable logic controllers and automation nodes require reliable, wide-temperature code storage, and the MT25QU02GCBB8E12-0AUT's -40C to +125C range exceeds typical factory floor requirements, providing margin near motors and drives. The 2Gbit density holds ladder-logic runtimes, protocol stacks (PROFINET, EtherCAT), and web server assets, while the multi-level write protection secures the golden image against errant writes during field updates. Quad SPI at 166 MHz shortens power-on-to-running time, important for deterministic line restart. Its SLC NOR cell structure guarantees fast random access and high endurance compared with data NAND.
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Networking and Telecom Equipment
Routers, switches, and base-station line cards boot large firmware images that frequently exceed 64 MB, which is why high-density QSPI NOR like the MT25QU02GCBB8E12-0AUT is the de facto boot medium in networking hardware. The 166 MHz quad I/O interface minimizes boot time for high-availability platforms with short reset budgets, and extended address access handles the full 256 MB array without bank switching complexity. The device's XIP mode supports fast failover code execution in redundant CPU designs, while hardware and software write protection guard the golden image during remote, unattended firmware upgrades in field-deployed equipment.
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FPGA Configuration Storage
Mid-to-large FPGAs require configuration bitstreams that can span tens to hundreds of megabits, and the MT25QU02GCBB8E12-0AUT's 2Gbit capacity supports multiple configuration images plus user data in a single 24-ball BGA. Its quad SPI read mode is compatible with FPGA configuration controllers that support 166 MHz QSPI readback, cutting configuration time versus x1 SPI boots by up to 4x. The industrial-reliable write protection and power-on reset behavior ensure the FPGA always loads a valid bitstream, which is critical in test, medical, and aerospace-adjacent instruments where an aborted configuration is a system fault.
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Telematics and Connected Vehicle Gateways
Connected vehicle gateways combine secure boot, OTA update staging, and large protocol stacks, all of which fit comfortably in the MT25QU02GCBB8E12-0AUT's 256 MB array with dual-bank redundancy. The AEC-Q100 qualification and -40C to +125C rating satisfy telematics mounting locations behind the windshield or in the trunk, and the 1.8V interface connects directly to automotive SoC QSPI controllers without level shifting. Software and hardware write protection underpin secure-boot schemes by locking the immutable bootloader region, while the 166 MHz quad SPI bus keeps OTA validation and code shadowing fast enough to avoid noticeable vehicle feature delays.
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Engineering reference data for MT25QU02GCBB8E12-0AUT — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MT25QU02GCBB8E12-0AAT | MT25QU02GCBB8E12-0SIT | MT25QU01GBBB8E12-0AUT | MT25QL512ABB8E12-0AUT | MT25QU256ABA8E12-0AUT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 24-T-PBGA (6x8 mm) | 24-T-PBGA (6x8 mm) - same | 24-T-PBGA (6x8 mm) - same | 24-T-PBGA (6x8 mm) - same | 24-T-PBGA (6x8 mm) - same | 24-T-PBGA (6x8 mm) - same |
| Brand | Micron Technology | Micron Technology | Micron Technology | Micron Technology | Micron Technology | Micron Technology |
| Density | 2 Gbit (256 MB) | 2 Gbit | 2 Gbit | 1 Gbit | 512 Mbit | 256 Mbit |
| Max Clock Frequency | 166 MHz | 133 MHz | 166 MHz class | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] |
| Supply Voltage | 1.8 V | 1.8 V | 1.8 V | 1.8 V (QU family) | 3 V (QL family) | 1.8 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C | -40C to +125C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +125C | -40C to +125C | -40C to +125C |
| Automotive Qualification | AEC-Q100 (0AUT) | Automotive (0AAT) | Industrial grade (0SIT) | Automotive (0AUT) | Automotive (0AUT) | Automotive (0AUT) |
| Interface | SPI / Dual SPI / Quad SPI, XIP | SPI / Dual SPI / Quad SPI, XIP | SPI / Dual SPI / Quad SPI, XIP | SPI / Dual SPI / Quad SPI, XIP | SPI / Dual SPI / Quad SPI, XIP | SPI / Dual SPI / Quad SPI, XIP |
Key Differentiators
- Highest speed grade in the 2 Gbit BBA family (vs MT25QU02GCBB8E12-0AAT)
- Automotive AEC-Q100 temperature range (vs MT25QU02GCBB8E12-0SIT)
- Maximum density in the same 24-ball footprint (vs MT25QU01GBBB8E12-0AUT)
Design Notes
At the 166 MHz maximum quad SPI clock, keep the four data lines (IO0-IO3), SCLK, and CS# as short and length-matched as practical. Maintain series termination near the host controller if stubs exceed a few centimeters, and verify setup/hold against the Micron MT25Q electrical addendum, which specifically documents input timing characteristics at high speed. If your board cannot meet 166 MHz timing margins, the -0AAT variant at 133 MHz offers an easy downgrade within the same footprint.
The device operates from a 1.8V supply. Decouple VCC with at least 100 nF ceramic placed within 2 mm of the ball-side via, plus a 4.7 uF bulk capacitor per device. Confirm your host SoC QSPI I/O bank is 1.8V-rated; applying 3.3V logic levels risks exceeding absolute maximum ratings. Do not connect the QL-family 3V parts into this socket without re-verifying the rail, since MT25QL variants use a 3V supply.
BGA rework is costly: before layout, lock the 24-ball (6x8) land pattern to the Micron datasheet and confirm the ball map with the official PDF rather than third-party summaries. Enable power-on write protection and reserve the protected region for the bootloader so a buggy field update cannot corrupt the golden image. For automotive builds, specify the -0AUT suffix explicitly - the -0SIT industrial variant shares the die but lacks the -40C to +125C automotive rating.
Compliance Information
AEC-Q100 automotive qualification confirmed by datasheets.com part data (automotive aec-q100). RoHS/REACH/lead-free status not stated in provided web data - verify on Micron's part-detail page.
