PIC16F873T-20/SO - Microchip

Manufacturer Part Number

PIC16F873T-20/SO

Manufacturer

microchip-technology

Introduction

The PIC16F873T-20/SO is a high-performance, low-power 8-bit microcontroller from Microchip Technology. It features a compact SOIC package and is part of the PIC® 16F series, offering a versatile platform for a wide range of embedded applications.

Product Features and Performance

Core Processor: PIC 8-bit core

Speed: 20 MHz

Memory: 7 KB FLASH program memory, 192 x 8 bytes RAM, 128 x 8 bytes EEPROM

Peripherals: I2C, SPI, UART/USART, Brown-out Detect/Reset, POR, PWM, WDT

22 I/O pins

5 x 10-bit A/D converters

External oscillator support

Product Advantages

Compact SOIC package for space-constrained designs

Versatile peripheral set for communication and control

Low-power operation for battery-powered applications

Robust safety features like Brown-out Detect/Reset and POR

Key Reasons to Choose This Product

Proven PIC® 8-bit architecture with extensive ecosystem support

Flexible peripheral set for a wide range of embedded applications

Low-power design for efficient battery-powered operation

Reliable safety features for mission-critical applications

Quality and Safety Features

Brown-out Detect/Reset for reliable operation

Power-on Reset (POR) for safe startup

Watchdog Timer (WDT) for system monitoring

Compatibility

The PIC16F873T-20/SO is compatible with other PIC® 16F series microcontrollers, allowing easy migration and code reuse.

Application Areas

Industrial automation and control

Home automation and appliances

Automotive and transportation systems

Medical devices and instrumentation

Wireless and IoT applications

Product Lifecycle

The PIC16F873T-20/SO is an active product, and Microchip Technology continues to support it. There are equivalent and alternative models available in the PIC® 16F series, such as the PIC16F874, PIC16F876, and PIC16F877. Customers are advised to contact our website's sales team for more information on the latest product offerings and availability.