Data Sheet
MB3793-42_DS04-27402-6Ea, February 27, 2015
Notice On Data Sheet Designations
Spansion Inc. issues data sheets with Advance Information or Preliminary designations to advise
readers of product information or intended specifications throughout the product life cycle, includ-
ing development, qualification, initial production, and full production. In all cases, however, readers
are encouraged to verify that they have the latest information before finalizing their design. The
following descriptions of Spansion data sheet designations are presented here to highlight their
presence and definitions.
Advance Information
The Advance Information designation indicates that Spansion Inc. is developing one or more specific
products, but has not committed any design to production. Information presented in a document with
this designation is likely to change, and in some cases, development on the product may discontin-
ue. Spansion Inc. therefore places the following conditions upon Advance Information content:
"This document contains information on one or more products under development at Span-
sion Inc. The information is intended to help you evaluate this product. Do not design in this
product without contacting the factory. Spansion Inc. reserves the right to change or discon-
tinue work on this proposed product without notice."
Preliminary
The Preliminary designation indicates that the product development has progressed such that a
commitment to production has taken place. This designation covers several aspects of the product
life cycle, including product qualification, initial production, and the subsequent phases in the man-
ufacturing process that occur before full production is achieved. Changes to the technical specifica-
tions presented in a Preliminary document should be expected while keeping these aspects of
production under consideration. Spansion places the following conditions upon Preliminary content:
"This document states the current technical specifications regarding the Spansion prod-
uct(s) described herein. The Preliminary status of this document indicates that product
qualification has been completed, and that initial production has begun. Due to the phases
of the manufacturing process that require maintaining efficiency and quality, this document
may be revised by subsequent versions or modifications due to changes in technical spec-
ifications."
Combination
Some data sheets contain a combination of products with different designations (Advance Infor-
mation, Preliminary, or Full Production). This type of document distinguishes these products and
their designations wherever necessary, typically on the first page, the ordering information page,
and pages with the DC Characteristics table and the AC Erase and Program table (in the table
notes). The disclaimer on the first page refers the reader to the notice on this page.
Full Production (No Designation on Document)
When a product has been in production for a period of time such that no changes or only nominal
changes are expected, the Preliminary designation is removed from the data sheet. Nominal
changes may include those affecting the number of ordering part numbers available, such as the
addition or deletion of a speed option, temperature range, package type, or VIO range. Changes
may also include those needed to clarify a description or to correct a typographical error or incor-
rect specification. Spansion Inc. applies the following conditions to documents in this category:
"This document states the current technical specifications regarding the Spansion prod-
uct(s) described herein. Spansion Inc. deems the products to have been in sufficient pro-
duction volume such that subsequent versions of this document are not expected to
change. However, typographical or specification corrections, or modifications to the valid
combinations offered may occur."
Questions regarding these document designations may be directed to your local sales office.