PIC16C56A-04/P - Microchip Technology

Manufacturer Part Number

PIC16C56A-04/P

Manufacturer

Microchip Technology

Introduction

The PIC16C56A-04/P is a member of the popular PIC® microcontrollers, an 8-bit family designed for a wide range of applications.

Product Features and Performance

PIC architecture with 1.5KB of One-Time Programmable (OTP) memory

Supports speeds up to 4MHz

12 general purpose I/O pins

Power-on Reset (POR)

Watchdog Timer (WDT) for system reliability

Operates on a voltage supply range of 3V to 5.5V

Product Advantages

Highly reliable under a wide range of operating conditions

Simple, easy-to-use programming model

Efficient power consumption suitable for battery-operated devices

Key Technical Parameters

Core Processor: PIC

Core Size: 8-Bit

Speed: 4MHz

Program Memory Size: 1.5KB (1K x 12)

Program Memory Type: OTP

RAM Size: 25 x 8

Number of I/O: 12

Operating Temperature: 0°C ~ 70°C

Mounting Type: Through Hole

Quality and Safety Features

Built-in Watchdog Timer helps prevent software lockup

Stable operation with Power-on Reset feature

Compatibility

Compatible with external oscillators for clock generation

Through-hole 18-PDIP packaging allows for compatibility with standard breadboards and sockets

Application Areas

Consumer electronics

Automotive industry

Industrial control systems

Home automation

Hobbyist electronics projects

Product Lifecycle

Status: Active

The PIC16C56A-04/P is widely used and supported and is not near discontinuation at this time

Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product

Proven reliability, with thousands of applications worldwide

Microchip Technology provides extensive support and documentation

Wide operating voltage range suitable for diverse use cases

Simple instruction set for ease of programming

Cost-effective for both small and large volume applications

Easy integration into different systems with through-hole mounting

The 8-bit architecture provides a balance between performance and power consumption