PIC16F720-E/SS - Microchip

Manufacturer Part Number

PIC16F720-E/SS

Manufacturer

microchip-technology

Introduction

The PIC16F720-E/SS is an 8-bit microcontroller from Microchip Technology's PIC® 16F series. It features a PIC core, 3.5KB of FLASH program memory, 128 bytes of RAM, and various on-chip peripherals like I2C, SPI, UART/USART, PWM, and more. This microcontroller is designed for embedded applications requiring low power consumption and a compact footprint.

Product Features and Performance

8-bit PIC core with 16MHz operating speed

5KB FLASH program memory

128 bytes of RAM

I2C, SPI, UART/USART communication interfaces

Brown-out detect/reset, power-on reset, PWM, and watchdog timer peripherals

12-channel 8-bit analog-to-digital converter

Internal oscillator

Wide operating voltage range of 1.8V to 5.5V

Operating temperature range of -40°C to 125°C

Product Advantages

Compact 20-pin SSOP package for space-constrained designs

Low power consumption for battery-powered applications

Comprehensive peripheral set for versatile embedded control

Proven PIC architecture with extensive third-party software support

Key Reasons to Choose This Product

Highly integrated 8-bit microcontroller solution

Excellent balance of performance, peripherals, and power efficiency

Cost-effective and easily accessible through Microchip's global distribution network

Reliable and well-supported by Microchip's extensive ecosystem

Quality and Safety Features

Robust design for industrial and automotive applications

Integrated brown-out detect/reset and power-on reset for reliable operation

Watchdog timer for increased system reliability

Compatibility

The PIC16F720-E/SS is compatible with other PIC® 16F series microcontrollers, allowing for easy migration and code reuse across projects.

Application Areas

Industrial automation and control

Household appliances

Automotive electronics

Metering and monitoring systems

General-purpose embedded applications

Product Lifecycle

The PIC16F720-E/SS is currently in the Obsolete product status, meaning it is no longer actively manufactured by Microchip Technology. However, there are several equivalent and alternative models available, including the PIC16F723-E/SS, PIC16F726-E/SS, and PIC16F727-E/SS. Customers are advised to contact our website's sales team for more information on available options and product lifecycle details.