Manufacturer Part Number
PIC16F876A-E/SS
Manufacturer
Microchip Technology
Introduction
The PIC16F876A-E/SS is part of Microchip's PIC® 16F series of embedded microcontrollers designed for a range of applications requiring efficient, low-power processing.
Product Features and Performance
Core Processor: PIC
Core Size: 8-Bit
Maximum Clock Speed: 20MHz
Connectivity Options: I2C, SPI, UART/USART
Peripherals: Brown-out Detect/Reset, Power-on Reset, PWM, Watchdog Timer
Program Memory Size: 14KB (8K x 14)
Program Memory Type: FLASH
RAM: 368 bytes
EEPROM: 256 bytes
A/D Converters: 5 channels x 10-bit
Volatage Supply Range: 4V to 5.5V
22 programmable input/output (I/O) pins
Maximum Operating Temperature: 125°C
External Oscillator support
Product Advantages
High integration of features helps in reducing system component count.
Low power consumption suitable for battery-driven applications.
Rugged operating temperature range makes it ideal for harsh environments.
Adequate program and data memory accommodating complex algorithms and data sets.
Key Technical Parameters
Core Processor: PIC, 8-Bit
Clock Speed: 20MHz
Connectivity: I2C, SPI, UART/USART
I/O Count: 22
FLASH Memory: 14KB
RAM: 368 bytes
Operating Voltage: 4V ~ 5.5V
A/D Converters: 5x10b
Operating Temperature: -40°C ~ 125°C
Quality and Safety Features
Brown-out detect/reset ensures stability during voltage dips.
Power-on reset maintains system reliability after power cycles.
Compatibility
Compatible with the MPLAB IDE for easy development and testing.
Can interface with most common protocols and peripherals due to flexible connectivity options.
Application Areas
Industrial automation
Consumer electronics
Automotive systems
Internet of Things devices
Remote monitoring and control systems
Product Lifecycle
Currently marked as Active.
Not nearing discontinuation; long-term availability.
Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product
Robust peripheral set supporting complex functionalities.
High reliability and stability ensured by comprehensive safety features.
Ease of use with support from the MPLAB IDE.
Meets various protocol standards facilitating easier system integration.
Competitively priced with long-term availability ensuring support through product maturity.