Product Overview
The M41T62Q6F from STMicroelectronics is a serial real-time clock (RTC) with I2C interface, featuring a built-in 32.768 kHz crystal oscillator. It provides time and calendar functions (seconds through century) with automatic leap year correction, two alarms, and a programmable square-wave output. Operating from 1.0V to 5.5V with 350 nA backup current, the QFN-16 (3x3mm) package minimizes board space.
Key Specifications
| Type | Serial RTC with Crystal |
| Interface | I2C (400 kHz) |
| Crystal | Built-in 32.768 kHz |
| Time/Calendar | Sec to Century, auto leap year |
| Alarms | 2 (alarm 1 with AF flag) |
| Supply Voltage | 1.0V – 5.5V |
| Backup Current | 350 nA (typical at 3.0V) |
| Square Wave Output | 1 Hz to 32.768 kHz (prog) |
| Package | QFN-16 (3 x 3 x 0.85 mm) |
| Operating Temp | -40 to 85 C |
Features
- Built-in 32.768 kHz crystal eliminates external component
- Ultra-low 350 nA backup current extends battery life
- Two programmable alarm functions with interrupt output
- I2C interface at 400 kHz for fast communication
- Automatic leap year correction through 2100
- Programmable square-wave output from 1 Hz to 32.768 kHz
- Under-voltage sense and switchover to backup supply
- Century bit for year 2000 rollover
Applications
- Battery-backed real-time clock for embedded systems
- Power metering and data logging timestamps
- Automotive infotainment clock
- Industrial PLC time stamping
- Medical device event logging