SC402 is an SC400 series memory module for the I2C bus.

This module supports 8-pin, 5 volt, I2C memory devices, typically the 24LC256.

The I2C device address is selected with three jumpers, allowing 8 of these modules to be connected at the same time.

A write protect / write enable jumper is provided.

The device slave address (7-bit) is: 0b1010AAA, where AAA = three address jumpers.

The recommended (default) slave address (7-bit) for sc402 is: 0b1010000, 0x50 (address jumpers: A2=0, A1=0, A0=0)
The address bytes are: 0xA0 write, A1 read

Downloads

• SC402 – Kit contents sheet (PDF)
• SC402 – Printed circuit board Gerber files
• SC402 – Schematic v1.0 (PDF)
• Example code: see SC400 series details

Suppliers

• SC402 – Kit (Tindie)
• SC402 – PCB (Tindie)

Parts List

Reference	Qty	Component
PCB	1	SC402, v1.0, PCB Design at OSHWLab
C1	1	Capacitor, ceramic, 100 nF
JP1 to JP4	4	Header, male , 1 row x 3 pin, straight
Jumper shunts	4	Jumper shunt
P1	1	Header, male, 2 row x 6 pin, angled The second row of pins needs to be removed
P2	1	Header, male, 1 row x 6 pin, straight
R1 and R2	2	Resistor, 10k, 0.25W Optional
S1	1	Header, female, 1 row x 6 pin, angled
U1	1	I2C memory, typically 24LC256
U1 socket	1	8-pin DIL socket

Assembly

This design is so simple it does not justify a detailed assembly guide. Just assemble according to the photo above.

In order for the daisy-chained PCBs to be a consistent level, header pins (P1) need to have a profile that matches the socket (S1). By far the most common angled header pins do not match. A suitable profile header can be created by removing the second row of pins from a double row header. The pins can easily be pulled out of the plastic guide with a small pair of pliers.

The two resistors, R1 and R2, are not normally required. These are pull up resistors for the I2C bus signals, serial clock and serial data. The pull up resistors typically found on I2C bus masters are usually all that is required. However, should you require additional resistors for any reason, they can be fitted here. The most likely reason to add resistors is to terminate a long bus with many devices connected.

Notes

• This product is designed for hobby use and is not suitable for industrial, commercial or safety-critical applications.
• The product contains small parts and is not suitable for young children.