2025-07-14 7:14 AM
Hello ST Community ,
I am currently using the EEPROM part M24128-BFDW6TP (TSSOP-8 package) in a design. However, I’m facing difficulty in locating the Pin 1 marking on the IC. There is no visible notch or dot on the top side of the package that would typically indicate Pin 1, as referenced in the datasheet.
The IC top surface only contains part marking text, but no discernible Pin 1 indicator (notch or laser dot).
We’ve verified this across multiple units.
This is making it difficult to confidently orient the IC for placement.
I’ve attached a clear screenshot for your reference.
Could you please confirm:
The official Pin 1 location with respect to the printed text on the IC?
Whether this is a known marking issue or within tolerance of ST's marking process?
Any additional guidance or recommendations for identification?
Thanks and Best regards,
Ananda
2025-07-14 7:21 AM
Pin 1 is on the chamfered side of the chip.
2025-07-14 7:25 AM
Hello,
Normally, this is the pin 1: