MX35LF2GE4AD-Z4I: Safeguarding Data Transmission Without Interruption in Industrial Gateways

In the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) architecture, the industrial gateway serves as the critical hub connecting field devices to the cloud. It is responsible for collecting data from sensors, PLCs, and other equipment, performing protocol conversion and edge computing before uploading to the cloud, while also caching critical configurations and temporary data locally. This places specific demands on the memory device's reliability, environmental adaptability, and read/write efficiency. Macronix's MX35LF2GE4AD-Z4I 2Gb Serial NAND Flash, with its industrial-grade characteristics, emerges as the preferred choice, solidifying the storage foundation for the IIoT data link. Industrial gateways are often deployed in workshops, outdoor areas, and other challenging environments, requiring them to withstand harsh conditions such as a wide temperature range of -40°C to +85°C, vibration, and electromagnetic interference. This necessitates strong environmental tolerance from the storage chip. Furthermore, the demand for daily write volumes reaching hundreds of megabytes and the need for rapid firmware loading require storage devices that combine high read/write speeds with high Program/Erase (P/E) cycle endurance. Concurrently, requirements for critical data security and low power consumption call for storage devices with error correction, long-term data retention, and low energy consumption—precisely the areas where the MX35LF2GE4AD-Z4I NAND Flash is a perfect match.

Leveraging its core advantages, the Macronix MX35LF2GE4AD-Z4I Serial NAND Flash stands out. Backed by a 2Gb high capacity, it supports x1/x2/x4 multi-mode random and continuous read operations, with the x4 bus mode maximizing transfer efficiency. The 2Gb device features fast page/block erase times as low as 360µs/4ms, ensuring rapid read/write response. Its industrial-grade -40°C to +85°C wide-temperature compatibility, built-in 8-bit ECC error correction, 10-year data retention, and paired Bad Block Management (BBM) for automatic bad block replacement deliver stable and reliable performance with no concerns. Moreover, it is compatible with the SPI NOR protocol, supports interface mode switching, and easily adapts to various host controllers like SoCs and MCUs. Housed in a standard 8-WSON (8x6mm) package, it boasts excellent power control with a maximum standby current of 110µA and a maximum operating current of 40mA. It also offers rich features like OTP (One-Time Programmable) configuration, secure OTP storage, and block protection, simplifying software management and flexibly meeting diverse personalized requirements! Parameter List: 

· Capacity: 2Gb (256MB x8), SLC NAND architecture

· Operating Voltage (VCC): 2.7V ~ 3.6V

· Maximum Clock Frequency: 133MHz (Non-sequential Read); 80MHz (Sequential Read)

· Maximum Operating Current: 40mA (Read/Write/Program/Erase)

· Typical P/E Cycle Endurance: 60K cycles

· Maximum Standby Current: 110µA

· Data Retention Period: 10 years

· Operating Temperature Range: -40°C ~ +85°C

· Built-in ECC Capability: Detects 9-bit errors, corrects 8-bit errors

· Package Type: 8-WSON (8x6x0.8mm)

· Bus Mode: x4 (Quad I/O)

Against the backdrop of accelerating IIoT adoption, the role of industrial gateways as data hubs becomes increasingly critical, with storage chips serving as the core support for their stable operation. The MX35LF2GE4AD-Z4I, with its industrial-grade wide temperature range, high-speed read/write, high reliability, low power consumption, and flexible compatibility, precisely matches the storage needs of industrial gateways, providing customized solutions for gateways with different functions and deployment scenarios. Whether for workshop-level data acquisition, edge computing, or outdoor distributed monitoring, the MX35LF2GE4AD-Z4I empowers industrial gateways with its stable and efficient storage performance, helping the IIoT data link achieve the core objectives of "no data loss, uninterrupted transmission, and non-failing operation.

About Mandu Technology

Shenzhen Mandu Technology Co., Ltd. has steadfastly centered its operations on the distribution of high-performance, high-quality, and highly reliable integrated circuit products. Its portfolio encompasses memory chips, differential crystal oscillators, and MCU microcontrollers, while progressively integrating analog signal chain products. The company prides itself on delivering comprehensive and cost-effective solutions to its customers. Its products find applications across a broad spectrum of industries, including but not limited to network communication, industrial control, robotics, medical equipment, personal health, and numerous other fields.

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