John Waters wrote:
> Hi All,
>
> I'm designing a data logger that needs about 32K of RAM to store the =

> acquired data. I'm thinking of using flash memory to replace the RAM, =

> as this has the benefit that the user can switch off the power while =

> the data will still retain. But my concern is, flash memory allows =

> only a limited number of write operations while that for RAM is =

> unlimited. As a data logger, there is always new data to write into =

> the memory. Does it make sense to use flash memory for data storage in =

> data logger?

Take a look  at RAMTRON devices. They have unlimited read/write cycles. =

I have used them extensively, and have never seen one fail. They work =

perfectly as a scratchpad, and they do NOT
have the flash "wait" delays or worries about the number of bytes in the =

write queue. Write all the bytes you want, instantly.

Look at www.ramtron.com.  BTW: Mouser now handles these devices.

--Bob
>
> Thanks in advance!
>
> John
>
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