Overview
The PIC16F676-I/SL is an 8-bit CMOS PIC microcontroller from Microchip Technology's PIC16F series. This microcontroller is designed with a high-performance RISC CPU and features a 14-pin interface, making it suitable for a wide range of electronic applications, including embedded systems and industrial automation. Despite its limited memory space and pin count compared to other PIC controllers, the PIC16F676-I/SL is popular among amateurs and engineers due to its low cost, compact size, and robust features.
Key Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Microchip Technology |
| Type of integrated circuit | PIC microcontroller |
| Program memory | 1.75kB (1K x 14) FLASH |
| Clock frequency | 20MHz |
| Interface | ICSP |
| Mounting | SMD |
| Case | 14-SOIC |
| Number of inputs/outputs | 12 |
| Number of 8-bit timers | 1 |
| Number of 16-bit timers | 1 |
| Kind of architecture | Harvard 8-bit |
| Family | PIC16 |
| Number of capacitive channels | 8 |
| Kind of package | tube |
| Memory | 64B SRAM, 128B EEPROM, 1750B FLASH |
| Operating temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Number of comparators | 1 |
| Terminal pitch | 1.27mm |
| Operating frequency | 0...20MHz |
| Built-in generator | 4MHz |
| Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) | 2.0V - 5.5V |
| Analog to Digital Channels | 8x10b |
Key Features
- High-Performance RISC CPU: Only 35 instructions to learn, all single-cycle instructions except branches, operating speed up to 20 MHz, and 200 ns instruction cycle.
- Special Microcontroller Features: Internal and external oscillator options, precision internal 4 MHz oscillator, power-saving sleep mode, wide operating voltage range (2.0V to 5.5V), and industrial and extended temperature range.
- Low-Power Features: Standby current as low as 1 nA, operating current of 8.5 μA at 32 kHz, and watchdog timer current of 300 nA.
- Peripheral Features: 12 I/O pins with individual direction control, high current sink/source for direct LED drive, analog comparator module, 10-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with 8-channel input, and timer modules (Timer0 and Enhanced Timer1).
- In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP): Via two pins.
- Power Management: Low-Power Power-on Reset (POR), Power-up Timer (PWRT), Oscillator Start-up Timer (OST), Brown-out Detect (BOD), and Watchdog Timer (WDT) with independent oscillator.
- Memory Endurance: 100,000 write Flash endurance, 1,000,000 write EEPROM endurance, and flash/data EEPROM retention of > 40 years.
Applications
- Embedded Systems: Suitable for various embedded system applications due to its compact size and robust features.
- Industrial Automation: Used in industrial automation projects requiring precise control and low power consumption.
- Student Projects: Popular among students for creating customized projects due to its ease of use and low cost.
- Analog and Digital Projects: Ideal for projects involving analog-to-digital conversion, timer applications, and other digital control tasks.
Q & A
- What is the PIC16F676-I/SL microcontroller?
The PIC16F676-I/SL is an 8-bit CMOS PIC microcontroller from Microchip Technology's PIC16F series, designed for various electronic applications.
- What is the program memory size of the PIC16F676-I/SL?
The program memory size is 1.75kB (1K x 14) FLASH.
- What is the maximum clock frequency of the PIC16F676-I/SL?
The maximum clock frequency is 20MHz.
- What type of package does the PIC16F676-I/SL come in?
The PIC16F676-I/SL comes in a 14-SOIC package.
- How many I/O pins does the PIC16F676-I/SL have?
The PIC16F676-I/SL has 12 I/O pins.
- What is the operating voltage range of the PIC16F676-I/SL?
The operating voltage range is 2.0V to 5.5V.
- Does the PIC16F676-I/SL support in-circuit serial programming?
Yes, it supports in-circuit serial programming (ICSP) via two pins.
- What are the key features of the PIC16F676-I/SL's CPU?
The CPU features a high-performance RISC architecture with only 35 instructions to learn, all single-cycle instructions except branches, and an operating speed up to 20 MHz.
- What are the power-saving features of the PIC16F676-I/SL?
The PIC16F676-I/SL includes power-saving sleep mode, low-power power-on reset (POR), and low standby current.
- What are the applications of the PIC16F676-I/SL?
The PIC16F676-I/SL is suitable for embedded systems, industrial automation, student projects, and various analog and digital projects.
