W25Q128JVPIQ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


What is the maximum number of erase cycles for the W25Q128JVPIQ?
The W25Q128JVPIQ has a minimum of 100,000 erase cycles per sector, and a maximum of 1,000,000 erase cycles per sector, depending on the operating conditions.


How do I handle the hold signal (HOLD#) during read and write operations?
The HOLD# signal should be kept low during read and write operations. If the HOLD# signal is asserted high, the device will enter a 'hold' state, and all operations will be paused until the HOLD# signal is de-asserted.


What is the purpose of the WP# (Write Protect) pin?
The WP# pin is used to enable or disable the write protection feature. When the WP# pin is tied low, the write protection is enabled, and the device will not allow any write operations. When the WP# pin is tied high, the write protection is disabled, and the device will allow write operations.


How do I determine the device density and organization?
The W25Q128JVPIQ has a density of 128 Mbits, organized as 16,384 x 8,192 bytes. The device is divided into 2,048 sectors, each containing 64 Kbytes.


What is the recommended power-up sequence for the W25Q128JVPIQ?
The recommended power-up sequence is to apply VCC first, followed by VPP (if used), and then the clock signal. The device should be powered up in the following order: VCC, VPP, and then clock.