FoBE Breakout BM8563 

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.

Applications

• Security access controllers and door controllers
• Time recorders and attendance systems
• IC water-flow meters and gas meters

Key Features

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

• MFP-IIC interface (JST-SH1.0 4-Pin)
  
• 6 x 2.54mm Pin Header

Hardware diagram

Mechanical dimensions

Resources

PDF] FoBE Breakout BM8563 Datasheet

[PDF] FoBE Breakout BM8563 Schematic

[PDF] FoBE Breakout BM8563 Dimension

[OBJ] FoBE Breakout BM8563 3D Model

[PDF] GATEMODE BM8563 Datasheet

Packing List

To keep the RTC running after power is removed, this module uses a CR1220 battery. Please note that the battery is not included — you will need to purchase and install one yourself if required.