Microchip 8-bit PIC16F Microcontroller 7kB FLASH 20 MHz 40-Pin PDIP PIC16F74-I/P

Microchip PIC16F74-I/P is a robust 8-bit PIC microcontroller designed for diverse embedded applications, featuring a 20 MHz FLASH memory and housed in a 40-pin dual in-line package (PDIP) suitable for through-hole PCB mounting.

This device runs on Microchip’s RISC CPU core with a hardware stack depth of 8 and an instruction set consisting of 35 instructions, providing efficient processing with up to 5 MIPS performance. It contains 7kB of FLASH program memory, 192 bits of RAM, and up to 33 programmable input/output pins, facilitating flexibility for complex embedded control tasks.

Operating voltage ranges from 2V to 5.5V with a maximum power dissipation of 1 watt, making it suitable for power-constrained applications. The microcontroller supports industrial temperature ranges, from -40°C to 85°C, ensuring reliability under harsh environmental conditions.

The built-in peripherals include three timers, two capture/compare/PWM modules, an 8-channel 8-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC), synchronous serial ports supporting SPI and I2C, and a USART for serial communication, allowing it to interface with a wide range of devices and sensors.

Key features such as Power-On Reset (POR), Power-Up Timer (PWRT), Oscillator Start-Up Timer (OST), Brown-Out Reset (BOR), and Watchdog Timer (WDT) enhance system stability and facilitate in-circuit serial programming (ICSP) and debugging (ICD).

The device dimensions are well suited for prototyping and production devices: 52.45 mm length, 14.22 mm width, and 4.06 mm height in a PDIP package. This packaging assures easy manual handling and soldering. The microcontroller does not carry automotive certifications but is ideally suited for a broad range of consumer, industrial, and educational applications.

Microchip PIC16F74-I/P microcontrollers are widely used in industrial control, instrumentation, embedded systems development, automation, HVAC systems, and consumer electronics requiring reliable low-power microcontroller solutions.

This microcontroller operates at a maximum supply voltage of 5.5V and has a minimum supply voltage of 2V. It features 33 programmable I/O pins and supports 3 timers for complex timing operations. The device includes an 8-bit RISC architecture CPU with 35 instructions and an 8 level deep hardware stack.

Provides 192 bits of RAM and uses FLASH type program memory for reliable and fast operation. It includes an 8-channel 8-bit ADC for analog signal processing within embedded systems. The temperature operating range spans from -40°C to +85°C, suitable for industrial applications.

The 40-pin PDIP package dimensions are 52.45mm length, 14.22mm width, and 4.06mm height. This microcontroller supports Power-On Reset, Watchdog Timer, Brown-Out Reset, and In-Circuit Programming capabilities. It can communicate via SPI, I2C, and USART protocols through its synchronous serial ports.

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