N25Q128A13EF8A0F - 128Mb SPI NOR Flash 108MHz | Micron
MPN: N25Q128A13EF8A0F β Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $3.1 | $3.10 |
| 10 | $2.8 | $28.00 |
| 100 | $2.45 | $245.00 |
| 500 | $2.15 | $1,075.00 |
| 1,000 | $1.9 | $1,900.00 |
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N25Q128A13EF8A0F Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Memory Type | NOR Flash, Serial SPI |
| Density | 128 Mbit (16 MB) |
| Organization | 16M x 8 (32M x 4 SLC mode per Mouser listing) |
| Supply Voltage | 3V / 3.3V (2.7 V to 3.6 V) |
| Max Clock Frequency | 108 MHz |
| Interface | SPI, Dual SPI, Quad SPI (XiP enabled) |
| Erase Granularity | 4-Kbyte subsector erase |
| Access Time / Output Timing | 7 ns |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C |
| Package | 8-VDFPN (MLP8, 8x6 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Packaging | Tape & Reel (TR) |
| Original Manufacturer Lineage | Numonyx B.V. -> Micron Technology |
N25Q128A13EF8A0F Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | S# β Chip select, active low SPI slave select |
| Pin 2 | VCC β Power supply, 2.7 V to 3.6 V |
| Pin 3 | NC/DQ3 β No connect in SPI mode; data line DQ3 in quad I/O mode |
| Pin 4 | VSS β Ground |
| Pin 5 | SI/DQ0 β Serial data input; DQ0 in dual/quad I/O mode |
| Pin 6 | SCK β Serial clock, up to 108 MHz |
| Pin 7 | SO/DQ1 β Serial data output; DQ1 in dual/quad I/O mode |
| Pin 8 | HOLD#/DQ2 β Hold in SPI mode; DQ2 in quad I/O mode |
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
N25Q128A13EF8A0F is suitable for 6 applications: FPGA Configuration Storage, Embedded Processor Code Storage (XiP), Industrial Networking and Communication Modules, Automotive-Adjacent Infotainment and Telematics Boards, Test and Measurement Instruments, Set-Top Box and Smart Home Hub Firmware Storage.
FPGA Configuration Storage
The N25Q128A13EF8A0F is a validated configuration flash for Xilinx 7-series and AMD/Xilinx reference designs, as evidenced by the AMD adaptive support discussion recommending N25Q128A/MT25QU128 for FPGA boot. Its 128 Mbit (16 MB) density comfortably holds multiple configuration bitstreams, while the 108 MHz quad SPI read mode shortens FPGA power-on configuration time to milliseconds even for large devices. The XiP-enabled architecture also supports direct code execution for soft-processor firmware stored in flash. Designers connect DQ0-DQ3, SCK, and S# directly to the FPGA's SPI master pins with 22-33 ohm series resistors for signal integrity at 108 MHz. The -40C to +125C rating covers industrial floor environments where the FPGA system must reconfigure reliably.
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Embedded Processor Code Storage (XiP)
For ARM Cortex-based embedded processors that boot from SPI NOR, the N25Q128A13EF8A0F provides 16 MB of code space with XiP (execute-in-place) read capability over quad SPI. The 108 MHz clock with 7 ns output timing allows processors to fetch code directly from flash with minimal shadow-RAM copying, reducing boot time and RAM requirements. The 4-Kbyte subsector erase granularity lets firmware updates modify small parameter or configuration blocks without erasing the entire code array, extending effective flash lifetime in field-updatable products. The 3V (2.7V-3.6V) supply integrates directly with standard 3.3V MCU rails, and the compact 8x6 mm MLP8 package fits dense embedded boards.
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Industrial Networking and Communication Modules
Industrial Ethernet switches, gateways, and wireless modules store firmware, MAC/device parameters, and web-server assets in serial NOR flash. The N25Q128A13EF8A0F's -40C to +125C operating range withstands uncontrolled factory and cabinet environments, while the 128 Mbit capacity holds dual firmware banks for fail-safe OTA updates. Quad SPI at 108 MHz enables fast bootloader decompression, and the SLC architecture listed by Mouser (SERIAL NOR SLC) offers the deterministic program/erase behavior required for reliability-focused industrial designs. The VDFPN exposed-pad package improves thermal dissipation and ground integrity on multi-layer industrial PCBs.
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Automotive-Adjacent Infotainment and Telematics Boards
The +125C upper operating limit of the N25Q128A13EF8A0F supports under-dash and engine-bay-adjacent electronics that see elevated temperatures, making it suitable for telematics, dashboard boot code, and diagnostic-module storage. Its 16 MB capacity holds large GUI asset images and dual firmware images for A/B fail-safe updates over CAN or cellular links. Quad I/O bandwidth at 108 MHz keeps boot splash and map-tile load times short. Designers should implement software sector management using the 4-Kbyte subsector erase to wear-level frequently updated trip and diagnostic logs, maximizing field service life in extended-temperature automotive environments.
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Test and Measurement Instruments
Bench instruments, oscilloscopes, and data loggers require nonvolatile storage for calibration constants, user settings, and application firmware. The N25Q128A13EF8A0F's fine 4-Kbyte subsector erase allows calibration tables to be updated independently of the main firmware array, avoiding multi-second full-chip erase cycles during factory calibration. The 108 MHz quad SPI interface accelerates instrument boot into an operational state, improving perceived responsiveness, while 16 MB of storage accommodates feature-rich firmware images and localization assets. Its industrial temperature rating and SLC NOR reliability make it a dependable choice in rack-mounted and portable test equipment alike.
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Set-Top Box and Smart Home Hub Firmware Storage
Consumer smart-home hubs and set-top boxes store large Linux-based firmware images that exceed 8 MB, fitting the N25Q128A13EF8A0F's 16 MB capacity with room for recovery partitions. The XiP-enabled quad SPI interface at 108 MHz lets bootloaders run directly from flash before copying the kernel to DDR, cutting power-on-to-UI time. Dual-image A/B layouts implemented with 64-Kbyte sectors support seamless OTA updates with rollback. The 3.3V supply and compact MLP8 package integrate cleanly with mainstream SoC reference designs, and the N25Q command set is supported by common bootloader and flashing toolchains used in consumer electronics manufacturing.
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Engineering reference data for N25Q128A13EF8A0F β comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | N25Q128A13EF840E | N25Q064A13EF8A0F | MT25QU128ABB8E12-0A9T |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 8-VDFPN (MLP8, 8x6 mm) | 8-VDFPN (MLP8, 8x6 mm) - same | 8-VDFPN (MLP8, 8x6 mm) - same | 8-VDFPN (MLP8, 8x6 mm) - same |
| Brand | Micron Technology | Micron Technology | Micron Technology | Micron Technology |
| Density | 128 Mbit (16 MB) | 128 Mbit | 64 Mbit (8 MB) | 128 Mbit |
| Supply Voltage | 2.7 V to 3.6 V (3V class) | 2.7 V to 3.6 V | 2.7 V to 3.6 V | 2.7 V to 3.6 V |
| Max SPI Clock | 108 MHz | 108 MHz | 108 MHz | 133 MHz (MT25Q generation, [DATA_NEEDED] verify) |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C | -40C to +85C (E-code, [DATA_NEEDED] verify) | -40C to +85C ([DATA_NEEDED] verify) | -40C to +85C ([DATA_NEEDED] verify) |
| Erase Granularity | 4-Kbyte subsector | 4-Kbyte subsector | 4-Kbyte subsector | 4-Kbyte subsector |
| XiP / Quad SPI | Yes (SPI/DIO/QIO, XiP enabled) | Yes | Yes | Yes (MT25Q generation) |
| Generation / Lifecycle | N25Q (Numonyx lineage), active | N25Q, active | N25Q, active | MT25Q successor, recommended for new designs |
Key Differentiators
- Full 128 Mbit density in compact MLP8 footprint (vs N25Q064A13EF8A0F)
- Industrial -40C to +125C temperature rating (vs N25Q128A13EF840E)
- Original-generation command-set stability (vs MT25QU128ABB8E12-0A9T)
Design Notes
At 108 MHz SCK, quad SPI traces need controlled impedance routing: keep DQ0-DQ3, SCK, and S# under 100 mm on the PCB and add 22-33 ohm series resistors at the driver side if trace stubs or connectors exist. The 7 ns output timing of the N25Q128A13EF8A0F leaves limited margin at full clock, so if the host controller is more than a few centimeters away, consider running quad reads at 80 MHz or enabling read dummy-cycle tuning per the Micron volatile configuration register to safely meet setup/hold windows.
The exposed pad of the 8-VDFPN (MLP8, 8x6 mm) package must connect to VSS with a soldered thermal land pattern; relying on the pin-4 VSS alone increases ground impedance and risks data corruption during erase operations that draw current pulses. Place a 100 nF X7R ceramic capacitor within 3 mm of VCC pin 2 plus a 4.7 uF bulk capacitor per power rail. Follow IPC-compliant MLP8 stencil apertures (approximately 50-60% coverage on the pad) to avoid voiding under the die paddle.
Migration within the N25Q family is command-set compatible, but verify three items before a BOM swap: (1) erase/granularity and status-register flag differences between N25Q and MT25Q generations, since MT25Q adds enhanced volatile configuration registers; (2) the HOLD#/DQ2 pin must not be driven low in quad mode or reads stall; and (3) programmer support for the exact ordering code - some production programmers key on the full N25Q128A13EF8A0F ID string. Always run a full read-verify of a programmed golden image after any alternative is introduced.
Compliance Information
Compliance data not present in the verified web data retrieved; consult Micron's official product page or the distributor compliance certificate for RoHS/REACH declarations.
