Microchip PIC16F73-I/SS 8-Bit PIC Microcontroller 20 MHz 7kB Flash 28-Pin SSOP

Microchip PIC16F73-I/SS is an 8-bit PIC microcontroller featuring a maximum clock frequency of 20 MHz and 7 kB of FLASH program memory in a compact 28-pin SSOP surface mount package. Designed for embedded and industrial control applications, this microcontroller utilizes Microchip's proven mid-range PIC architecture, delivering up to 5 million instructions per second (MIPS).

The device offers 22 programmable input/output pins enabling versatile interface options with external sensors, actuators, and other devices. It integrates 192 bits of RAM and features 5 analog-to-digital converter (ADC) channels with 8-bit resolution, suitable for precise analog signal processing.

Key peripherals include three timers, dual capture/compare/PWM modules, a synchronous serial port supporting SPI and I2C protocols, and a universal asynchronous receiver-transmitter (USART) serial communication interface. The PIC16F73-I/SS supports in-circuit serial programming (ICSP) and in-circuit debugging (ICD), facilitating efficient design and development cycles.

This microcontroller operates over a supply voltage range of 2 V to 5.5 V with a maximum power dissipation of 1 W, suitable for low-power embedded applications. The device reliably functions across a wide operating temperature range from -40°C to 85°C, making it apt for automotive and industrial environments.

Physically, the SSOP package measures 10.34 mm in length, 5.38 mm in width, and a height of 1.83 mm, suitable for high-density PCB layouts with surface mount technology (SMT).

The product is RoHS compliant, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards. Common use cases include embedded control, data acquisition, consumer electronics, IoT devices, and industrial automation.

Based on Microchip's mid-range PIC architecture with a hardware stack depth of 8 and 35 instructions. Offers 22 general-purpose I/O ports configurable by software. Incorporates 5 ADC inputs enabling analog sensor interfacing.

Supports multiple timers and serial communication interfaces for complex control schemes. Operating temperature and voltage ranges support harsh industrial conditions. Facilitates in-circuit serial programming and debugging for rapid prototyping.

Compact SSOP package suitable for space-constrained designs. High performance combined with low power dissipation of 1 W. RoHS compliant ensuring reduced environmental impact. Explore Microchip Microcontrollers and related semiconductor products on EnvMart for diverse industrial and electronic design needs.