TI has flash memory device for harsh environments

Texas Instruments has introduced what it claims to be the industry's first high temperature, nonvolatile flash memory device for harsh environments.

With an operational capacity of 4MB, the SM28VLT32-HT is designed to eliminate the need for expensive up screening and qualification testing of industrial grade components for temperature ranges outside data sheet specifications. It allows data logging at extreme temperatures from -55 to 210°C, and is guaranteed for at least 1,000 hours of operating life in harsh environment applications, such as oil and gas exploration, heavy industrial and avionics.