FoBE Breakout BM8563
A real time clock/calendar module.ā

Introductionā
The FoBE Breakout BM8563 integrates the GATEMODE BM8563 real-time clock/calendar IC, providing complete date and time information with automatic calendar calculations including leap years. The clock operates in both 12-hour and 24-hour modes with full binary-coded decimal (BCD) format. Multiple connectivity options are provided for easy integration into various applications.
Applicationsā
- Security access controllers and door controllers
- Time recorders and attendance systems
- IC water-flow meters and gas meters
Key Featuresā
BM8563
- Provides year, month, day, weekday, hours, minutes and seconds information
- Century flag for extended date range
- Ultra-low power consumption: 0.25μA at VDD = 3.0V
- I²C interface with slave address: Read A3H and Write A2H
- Programmable clock output (32.768kHz, 1024Hz, 32Hz and 1Hz)
- Alarm and timer functions
- Built-in power voltage detecting circuit
- Open-drain interrupt pin
- Automatic leap year compensation
Connectivity
- Dual 4-Pin JST SH1.0 Connectors (IIC)
- 6-Pin 2.54mm Header Holes (IIC + Clock Output + Interrupt)
Packing Listā
Part | Quantity |
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FoBE Breakout BM8563 board | 1 |
JST SH1.0 4-Pin IIC Cable | 2 |