SPECIAL FEATURES
1024 bits or 16Kb Electrically Programmable
Unique, factory lasered and tested 64-bit
EPROM partitioned into 256-bit pages for
Each memory page can be permanently
Device is an “add only” memory where
Reduces control, address, data, power and
8-bit family code specifies device
Presence detector acknowledges when reader
Reads over a wide voltage range of 2.8V to
DESCRIPTION
UniqueWare iButtons are factory-programmed versions of the DS1982 (1024 bit) and the DS1985 (16Kb)
Add-Only iButtons, respectively. They differ from the regular devices in their custom ROM family codes
(see the Ordering Information) and the UniqueWare Identifier 5E7h in place of the upper 12 bits of the
standard serialization field. For technical details on the devices, refer to the DS1982 and DS1985 data
sheets.
UniqueWare Add-Only iButtons are only available preprogrammed with customer-specific and write-
protected data. UniqueWare data fills at least one but no more than the first two pages of a device,
depending on the length of the customer-supplied data.
UniqueWare devices are only available to existing customers. New data patterns are no longer accepted.
The minimum order quantity (MOQ) is 34,000 pieces with higher quantities available in multiples of
17,000 pieces. UniqueWare iButtons can only be purchased in bulk form, delivered in bags. The shipment
quantity can be plus or minus 10% of the order quantity. Only the quantity shipped will be billed.
UniqueWare is a trademark of Maxim Integrated Products, Inc.
iButton and 1-Wire are registered trademarks of Maxim Integrated Products, Inc.
Read Only Memory (EPROM)
communicates with the economy of one
signal plus ground
registration number (8-bit family code, 3-bit
serialization, 12-bit UniqueWare Identifier
5E7h, 8-bit CRC tester) assures absolute
traceability because no two parts are alike
randomly accessing packetized data records
write-protected to prevent tampering
additional data can be programmed into
EPROM without disturbing existing data
programming signals to a single pin
communications requirements to reader
first applies voltage
6.0V from -40°C to +85°C
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COMMON iButton FEATURES
Multidrop controller for 1-Wire network
Digital identification and information by
Chip-based data carrier compactly stores
Data can be accessed while affixed to object
Economically communicates to bus master
Standard 16mm diameter and 1-Wire®
Button shape is self-aligning with cup-
Durable stainless steel case engraved with
Easily affixed with self-stick adhesive
Presence detector acknowledges when reader
Meets UL#913 (4th edit.); Intrinsically Safe
momentary contact
information
with a single digital signal at 16.3kbps
protocol ensure compatibility with iButton®
family
shaped probes
registration number withstands harsh
environments
backing, latched by its flange, or locked with
a ring pressed onto its rim
first applies voltage
Apparatus, Approved under Entity Concept
for use in Class I, Division 1, Group A, B, C
and D Locations (application pending)
UniqueWare™ iButton®
DS1982U/DS1985U
19-5070; Rev 12/09