PIC16LF721-I/SS - Microchip Technology

Manufacturer Part Number

PIC16LF721-I/SS

Manufacturer

Microchip Technology

Introduction

The PIC16LF721-I/SS is a robust 8-bit microcontroller from Microchip's PIC® 16F series designed for low power and high-performance applications within a wide range of operating temperatures.

Product Features and Performance

8-bit core processor with a speed of 16MHz

Integrated connectivity features including I2C, SPI, and UART/USART

Contains peripherals like Brown-out Detect/Reset, Power-On Reset (POR), Pulse Width Modulation (PWM), and Watchdog Timer (WDT)

17 programmable input/output pins

7KB of FLASH program memory

256 x 8 bytes of RAM

Internal oscillator

Analog-to-Digital Converter with 12 channels, 8 bits each

Product Advantages

Low power consumption suitable for battery-powered applications

Robust set of peripherals enhances functionality without additional components

Small package size suitable for space-constrained applications

Key Technical Parameters

Core Size: 8-Bit

Speed: 16MHz

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

RAM Size: 256 x 8

Operating Voltage: 1.8V to 3.6V

Number of I/O: 17

Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C

Quality and Safety Features

Brown-out Detect/Reset and Power-On Reset for improved system reliability

Watchdog Timer to prevent system lock-ups

Compatibility

Compatible with various standard communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, and UART enabling easy integration with other digital systems.

Application Areas

Industrial automation

Consumer electronics

Automotive systems

Internet of Things devices

Product Lifecycle

Currently marked as active, not nearing discontinuation

Long product lifecycle with support and replacements available

Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product

High integration leads to reduced external component count and system costs

Broad operating voltage range ensures adaptability to different power supply conditions

High temperature operational capability perfect for demanding environments