PIC16C73B-20I/SP - Microchip Technology

Manufacturer Part Number

PIC16C73B-20I/SP

Manufacturer

Microchip Technology

Introduction

An 8-bit CMOS microcontroller with high-performance RISC architecture

Product Features and Performance

8-Bit Core Processor

Speed of 20MHz

22 Programmable I/O Lines

7KB OTP Program Memory

192 Bytes of RAM

I2C, SPI, and UART/USART Connectivity Interfaces

Brown-out Detect/Reset, Power-on Reset (POR)

Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) Control

Watchdog Timer (WDT) for system reliability

5-Channel 8-Bit Analog-to-Digital Converter

Product Advantages

Low power consumption

Wide operating voltage range (4V to 5.5V)

Supports complex peripherals integration

High integration to reduce system BOM cost

Key Technical Parameters

Core Size: 8-Bit

Program Memory Size: 7KB (4K x 14)

RAM Size: 192 x 8

Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Data Converters: 5 x 8-bit A/D

Number of I/O: 22

Quality and Safety Features

Extended operating temperature range

Robust Watchdog Timer

Power-on Reset and Brown-out Reset for safe operation

Compatibility

Compatible with a broad range of external oscillators

Interoperable with Microchip's extensive product offerings

Application Areas

Automation Systems

Consumer Electronics

Automotive industry

Telecommunications

Industrial Controls

Product Lifecycle

Active status

Not nearing discontinuation

Replacements or future upgrades may become available

Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product

High performance with an 8-bit processor and 20MHz speed

Flexible input/output options with 22 lines

Robust peripheral feature set for advanced control

Reliability ensured with safety features

Supports industry-standard communication protocols

Suitable for a wide range of applications and industries

Long-term active lifecycle status ensures product availability