Memory integrated circuits (I/Cs) underlie virtually all modern electronics, allowing systems to efficiently store data for the short or long-term. At NetSource Technology, Inc., we help companies identify and procure the exact memory I/Cs that they need for their applications. As one of the world’s foremost independent stocking distributors for electronic components, NetSource offers comprehensive procurement and supply chain services to manufacturers worldwide.
Since 1997, NetSource has partnered with OEMs and contract manufacturers to locate even the most obscure electronic components, including obsolete, end-of-life, and highly-allocated I/Cs. We draw on an extensive global network to locate necessary components, no matter how niche. We also maintain a vast inventory of new components from top electronics suppliers, allowing us to rapidly fulfill orders for new and in-demand I/Cs.
Whether you’re seeking brand-new tech or a component that has been discontinued for a decade, NetSource’s industry experts can track it down faster than anyone else. With hundreds of memory I/Cs in stock and a team of dedicated search professionals, we are fully equipped to meet supply chain challenges of all kinds.
What Is a Memory Integrated Circuit?
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Integrated circuits (I/Cs), also referred to as microchips, are integral computing components consisting of miniature resistors, capacitors, and transistors arranged on a semiconductor. These chips may be either analog or digital, and they may be used for any number of computing functions. Memory I/Cs use changes in voltage to store data in a computer, including not only files and programs but also temporary information about processing states.
Digital memory I/Cs accomplish all of these functions via logic gates, which can read and express only binary input. The surface of a memory chip is covered in arrays of memory cells, each of which contains a capacitor and one or more transistors. Each cell stores a single bit of binary data based on the state of its circuitry. A group of these cells defines a memory address, also called a word line, which the computer accesses together to either store or receive a chunk of data.
Modern memory I/Cs can store immense amounts of data thanks to the microscopic size of their circuitry. A digital I/C the size of a pea can fit hundreds of thousands of transistors on its surface, so a standard-sized memory chip can easily boast millions of parallel circuits.
How Does an Integrated Circuit Work?
The capacitors in a memory cell store data while transistors activate data. A capacitor can store only two values depending on whether it is charged (1) or discharged (0). In dynamic memory chips such as random access memory (RAM) I/Cs, these values can easily be altered, but the data is typically lost when the device is powered off. The data on read-only memory (ROM) chips is much more stable and more difficult to change.
To alter the value of a bit of data, electrical signals can target a cell and change the charge state of its capacitor, thereby changing the value held within the memory address. Electrical signals can also read out the data along a particular word line based on the state of the capacitors. If a capacitor contains charge, the electrical signal will trigger the associated transistors to conduct a voltage change. The sequence of activations creates a series of 0s and 1s that communicate data to the computer.
Memory I/Cs From NetSource Technology
Choosing the right memory I/C can drastically increase a product’s efficiency and help keep size and weight down. NetSource carries a wide range of high-performance memory I/Cs to suit OEMs and contract manufacturers from all sectors of industry. Our catalog includes recognized lines such as:
- Elpida Memory I/Cs. A subsidiary of Micron, Elpida Memory is a leading manufacturer of Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) chips. Elpida products are known throughout industry to offer excellent speed and performance within low power-consumption, slim-profile packages. Applications include personal computers, mobile devices, and consumer electronic goods, as well as servers and industrial electronics.
- SK hynix Mobile Memory. Ideal for mobile applications, SK hynix Mobile Memory chips boast superior memory density and high bandwidth with efficient multibank operation. SK hynix is a global leader in DRAM and semiconductor manufacture, offering innovative chips for the global computing market.
- Micron Mobile Memory Chips. Micron Mobile Memory Chips are designed to meet the ever-increasing demands of the ultra-thin mobile device market. Micron specializes in low-power DRAM (LPDRAM) chips, which offer a combination of low power consumption and high performance across various operating environments.
- Winbond Memory I/Cs. Winbond is a Taiwan-based specialty DRAM manufacturer with a global reach. Winbond Memory I/Cs are especially flexible, with high densities and options for devices with limited space, pins, and power.
- Samsung DRAM Mobile Memory Chips. Themselves a powerhouse in mobile manufacturing, Samsung also supplies cutting-edge mobile memory chips for manufacturers worldwide. They recently became the first company to distribute a 16-GB Low-Power Double Data-Rate (LPDDR5) mobile DRAM unit, which promises ultimate performance for mobile gaming and video calling.
In addition to vending stock memory chips, we also employ a dedicated procurement team to help clients who need rare or obsolete memory I/Cs.
Trust NetSource For Memory I/Cs
For over two decades, clients have trusted NetSource for modern and legacy electronic components. As an ISO 9001:2015-certified and ITAR-registered provider, we take pride in our quality management protocols, and we employ the most rigorous product authentication procedures to protect clients from counterfeits. In addition, we set ourselves apart as critical shortage experts with a global reach, so you can trust NetSource to acquire exactly the components you need, when you need them. NetSource clients benefit from emergency response and remediation, alleviation of long-lead times and product shortages, and completely personalized attention across the entire product lifecycle.
We understand the crucial role that memory I/Cs play in electronic performance, which is why we go to such lengths to monitor the industry for both innovations and supply chain disruptions. Our diligent teams keep the most advanced products in stock while maintaining close relationships with international memory chip suppliers, giving us the edge in both new and obsolete chip procurement. To learn more about our full-service business model, or to inquire about your specific project, contact NetSource Technology, Inc. today.