PIC16F873A-E/SO - Microchip

Manufacturer Part Number

PIC16F873A-E/SO

Manufacturer

microchip-technology

Introduction

The PIC16F873A-E/SO is a high-performance 8-bit microcontroller from Microchip Technology. It features a PIC core, 7KB of FLASH program memory, 192 bytes of RAM, and 128 bytes of EEPROM. The device offers a variety of built-in peripherals, including I2C, SPI, UART/USART, PWM, and more, making it a versatile choice for embedded system design.

Product Features and Performance

8-bit PIC core running at up to 20MHz

7KB (4K x 14) of FLASH program memory

192 bytes (192 x 8) of RAM

128 bytes (128 x 8) of EEPROM

5 channels of 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (A/D)

I2C, SPI, and UART/USART communication interfaces

Brown-out Detection/Reset, Power-on Reset (POR), and Watchdog Timer (WDT)

22 I/O pins

Product Advantages

Extensive peripheral set for versatile embedded applications

Low power consumption modes for energy-efficient design

Wide operating temperature range of -40°C to 125°C

Small 28-SOIC package for space-constrained designs

Key Reasons to Choose This Product

Proven reliability and performance of the PIC microcontroller architecture

Broad ecosystem of development tools and resources available

Excellent value proposition for cost-sensitive embedded projects

Long-term product availability and support from Microchip Technology

Quality and Safety Features

Robust Brown-out Detection and Power-on Reset for reliable operation

Watchdog Timer for improved system reliability and integrity

Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM) for data retention

Compatibility

The PIC16F873A-E/SO is compatible with other devices in the PIC16F87XA series, allowing for easy migration and system scalability.

Application Areas

Industrial control and automation

Building and home automation

Household appliances

Automotive electronics

General-purpose embedded systems

Product Lifecycle

The PIC16F873A-E/SO is an active product, with no immediate plans for discontinuation. Customers can contact our website's sales team for information on any updated or replacement models that may become available in the future.