How to Replace a DS1216 SmartSocket with an Equivalent-Density Phantom Clock Module

With the diminishing availability of plastic dual-in-line package (PDIP) static random access memory (SRAMs), the DS1216 SmartWatch products are rapidly approaching end-of-life. Populating new sockets with low-power memory devices has already become a procurement challenge that can be easily avoided.

As shown in Table 1, most of the SmartWatch products can be replaced using a pin-compatible, equivalent-density 5V Phantom clock module. This provides the customer with a drop-in, one-piece solution that is guaranteed to at least 10 years of data retention life.¹

In existing applications, a DS1216 SmartWatch and some version of a customer-procured SRAM provide the nonvolatile memory functionality for data storage in the absence of external power. The SRAM is the load that eventually consumes the internal battery’s charge capacity. Without knowing how much current that SRAM is actually consuming, when you arbitrarily move that SRAM to the new socket, the life expectancy of that new socket becomes unknown. The dead battery in the old DS1216 socket was merely a symptom of the problem, but the root cause (SRAM) is now transferred to a new socket to fail again in time.

The SRAM specification is a good reference for identification of the memory density, as well as the memory performance-based information to determine which speed grade of module to purchase. The customer should initially research the presently installed memory component and refer to Table 1 to select an appropriate replacement. ROM-based products (DS1216E and DS1216F) have no known replacements.

DS1216 SmartWatch components are rated for 0°C to +70°C operation, which is matched by the DS12xx-family of commercial-temperature products. If desired, industrial temperature range (-40°C to +85°C) module products, designated as “IND”, are also available in any Phantom clock module density. Refer to the ordering information for that specific module product.

DS1216 SmartWatch products are manufactured using TinLead solder (SnPb 63/37) to attach the internal components. If desired, Pb-free/RoHS-compliant (100% Matte Tin) module products, designated by a plus sign (“+”), are also available in every memory density except 16kb. Refer to the ordering information for that specific module product.

Due to the internal battery, neither the DS1216 SmartWatch, nor any listed DS12xx-family of Phantom clock modules can tolerate convection reflow soldering. Wave or hand soldering is acceptable. Or, alternatively, install the module component into a socket.

For additional technical literature see Analog’s SmartWatch or Phantom Clock Module products.

Notes:

¹ DS1216 t_DR (Timekeeping and Memory Data Retention Life) may achieve up to 10 years if the customer’s SRAM load is below 0.5µA

DS1243Y-120+ t_DR (Timekeeping and Memory Data Retention Life) will achieve at least 10 years.