N25Q032A13ESFA0F - 32Mb, 3V, 108MHz SPI NOR Flash | Micron
MPN: N25Q032A13ESFA0F β Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $1.85 | $1.85 |
| 10 | $1.66 | $16.60 |
| 100 | $1.45 | $145.00 |
| 500 | $1.28 | $640.00 |
| 1,000 | $1.1 | $1,100.00 |
| 3,000 | $1.02 | $3,060.00 |
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View Datasheet βN25Q032A13ESFA0F Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Memory Type | NOR Flash, Serial (SPI), Multiple I/O |
| Density | 32 Mbit (4 MB) |
| Supply Voltage | 3 V (2.7 V to 3.6 V class) |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 108 MHz |
| Interface | SPI-compatible serial bus |
| I/O Modes | Single, Dual, Quad I/O |
| XIP (Execute-In-Place) | Supported (confirmation bit activate/terminate) |
| Program/Erase Suspend | Supported |
| Power-Loss Rescue Sequence | Documented in datasheet |
| Process Technology | 65 nm NOR |
| Package | 16-pin SOIC Wide (16-SOP2) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Packaging | Tape & Reel (T&R) |
| Automotive Qualification | Automotive (per distributor listing) |
N25Q032A13ESFA0F 16-pin soic wide (16-sop2) Pin Configuration Guide
Complete pinout information for N25Q032A13ESFA0F (16-pin soic wide (16-sop2) 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 N25Q032A13ESFA0F.
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
N25Q032A13ESFA0F is suitable for 6 applications: Automotive Embedded Code Storage, FPGA Configuration Storage, Networking and Telecom Equipment, Industrial Control and Automation, Set-Top Box and Consumer Electronics, Medical Device Firmware Storage.
Automotive Embedded Code Storage
The N25Q032A13ESFA0F is explicitly listed as automotive-grade in Mouser's product description ('32Mb, 3V, 108Mhz, Multiple IO, Automotive, 16pin SOIC Wide, T&R'), making it a fit for ECU boot code, calibration data, and firmware storage. Its 108 MHz quad-I/O interface shortens cold-start boot time because a 4MB image loads over four data lines instead of one; at 108 MHz this is roughly four times the single-bit throughput. The device's documented power-up/power-down requirements and AC reset specifications address the abrupt supply transients typical of automotive power networks. Program/erase suspend lets the ECU read parameters while a background update completes, avoiding missed real-time deadlines during field firmware updates.
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FPGA Configuration Storage
FPGAs and SoC FPGAs such as the Intel Arria 10 family load their bitstream from serial NOR flash at power-up. The N25Q032A13ESFA0F's 32Mb density covers typical Arria 10 GX configuration images, and its 108 MHz quad-SPI clock minimizes configuration latency, which matters for systems with strict power-up-to-operational timing budgets. The XIP mode with its defined confirmation-bit activation sequence lets the hard processor system run initial boot code directly from the flash, reducing external RAM requirements. Because the device is offered on tape and reel in the 16-SOIC wide footprint, high-volume production lines can use automated pick-and-place without package-handling constraints.
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Networking and Telecom Equipment
Routers, switches, and line cards store boot loaders, firmware images, and MAC/PHY configuration data in serial NOR flash. The N25Q032A13ESFA0F's 32Mb (4MB) capacity accommodates compressed firmware images plus dual-bank update schemes, while its 108 MHz multiple-I/O interface keeps image-verification CRC passes short during redundant-controller switchover. The power-loss rescue sequence is directly relevant in telecom racks where -48V-derived rails can glitch; the datasheet defines the exact host-side recovery flow after a brownout. Program/erase suspend ensures log reads proceed while a background image write completes, preventing management-plane stalls during upgrades.
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Industrial Control and Automation
PLC I/O modules, motor drives, and sensor heads need nonvolatile code and parameter storage that survives harsh electrical environments. The N25Q032A13ESFA0F's 3V class supply integrates cleanly with industrial 3.3V logic, and its automotive pedigree implies robust process control suitable for industrial temperature deployments (confirm the exact temperature range from the datasheet for your environment). The 108 MHz quad-I/O operation lets a microcontroller verify integrity of a full 4MB image in tens of milliseconds at boot, supporting fast plant-floor restarts. Sector erase granularity allows frequent parameter logging without erasing the code region, extending effective endurance of the 65nm NOR array.
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Set-Top Box and Consumer Electronics
Set-top boxes, smart TVs, and streaming devices store boot ROM extensions, DRM keys, and firmware in serial NOR flash. The N25Q032A13ESFA0F's execute-in-place capability is valuable here: the SoC can execute the initial loader directly from the flash array using the documented XIP confirmation-bit protocol, trimming boot latency perceived at power-on. Quad I/O at 108 MHz accelerates firmware integrity checks and OTA image staging into the 4MB array. The 16-SOIC wide package provides robust leads for wave or reflow assembly in high-volume consumer lines, and tape-and-reel packaging suits automated placement of hundreds of thousands of units.
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Medical Device Firmware Storage
Diagnostic and monitoring instruments require code storage with verifiable integrity and deterministic startup. The N25Q032A13ESFA0F provides 4MB for layered firmware (bootloader, application, and rollback image), and its documented power-up/power-down requirements plus AC reset specifications support the controlled power-fail behavior demanded by medical electrical equipment. Quad-I/O at 108 MHz permits full-image signature verification within a few hundred milliseconds, enabling the self-test routines regulators expect at every power cycle. Program/erase suspend allows patient-data acquisition to continue uninterrupted while a supervised field update writes a new image in the background.
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Engineering reference data for N25Q032A13ESFA0F β comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | N25Q032A11ESFA0F | MT25QL032ABB1ESF-0F | N25Q032A13ESCA0F |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 16-pin SOIC Wide (16-SOP2) | 16-pin SOIC Wide - same | 16-pin SOIC Wide - same | 16-pin SOIC Wide - same |
| Brand | Micron Technology | Micron Technology | Micron Technology | Micron Technology |
| Density | 32 Mbit (4 MB) | 32 Mbit | 32 Mbit | 32 Mbit |
| Supply Voltage | 3 V (2.7 V to 3.6 V class) | Extended low-voltage (2.3 V class) | 3 V (2.7 V to 3.6 V class) | 3 V class |
| Max Clock Frequency | 108 MHz | 108 MHz | [DATA_NEEDED] | [DATA_NEEDED] |
| I/O Modes | Single / Dual / Quad I/O | Single / Dual / Quad I/O | Single / Dual / Quad I/O | [DATA_NEEDED] |
| XIP Support | Yes (confirmation-bit protocol) | Yes | Yes (MT25Q XIP) | Yes |
| Program/Erase Suspend | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
Key Differentiators
- Extended low-voltage supply option in same footprint (vs N25Q032A11ESFA0F)
- Automotive-grade position vs consumer SPI NOR alternatives (vs MT25QL032ABB1ESF-0F)
- 16-pin wide SOIC vs 8-pin competitors (vs MT25QL032ABB1ESF-0F)
Design Notes
At 108 MHz quad-I/O operation, the SPI bus is a fast source-synchronous interface. Keep CLK-to-DQ0..DQ3 trace length skew under a few millimeters, route over a solid ground plane, and add 22-33 ohm series resistors near the host controller if traces exceed ~50 mm. Hold#/RESET# and WP# must not float - tie them per the datasheet even if unused, otherwise the device may enter unexpected states during power ramp.
Observe the datasheet 'Power-Up and Power-Down Requirements' before issuing the first command: hold S# low only after VCC crosses the valid threshold and completes the specified ramp delay. The device defines a power-loss rescue sequence - implement it in the host bootloader so a brownout during erase cannot leave a sector in an indeterminate state. Decouple VCC with 100 nF ceramic placed within 5 mm of pin 8 plus a 4.7-10 uF bulk capacitor per flash rail.
XIP mode entry and exit require specific confirmation bits; a controller reset without the documented 'Terminating XIP After a Controller and Memory Reset' sequence leaves the device waiting in XIP and the host interpreting data bytes as commands. Also remember program/erase suspend must be resumed or the sector stays locked to other operations. Always verify the exact VCC code ('13' = 2.7-3.6V class) when second-sourcing within the N25Q family - the '11' code has a different minimum supply.
Compliance Information
Distributor listings describe the part as automotive and the 'F' suffix in the ordering code typically denotes lead-free/RoHS flow, but explicit RoHS/REACH/AEC-Q100 statements were not present in the verified web data. Request compliance certificates from Micron or Alliance Memory before formal qualification.
