PIC12F508-I/MS Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
The PIC12F508-I/MS is an 8-bit PIC12 family microcontroller from Microchip with a 4 MHz maximum clock, on-chip ADC, and boundary scan support in a compact MSOP-8 package. It suits cost-sensitive, space-constrained control and sensing applications in consumer and industrial products.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC12F508-I/MS Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.6200(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 8-bit PIC12 CPU running up to 4 MHz providing sufficient processing power for simple sensor reading, timing, and I/O control tasks
- Integrated ADC enabling direct analog sensor interface without external conversion components in space-constrained designs
- Compact lead-free MSOP-8 package with boundary scan support, simplifying PCB test and debugging in production environments
Applications
The PIC12F508-I/MS is used in low-cost embedded control applications such as appliance controllers, LED dimmer modules, temperature sensors, and simple actuator drivers where an 8-bit microcontroller with ADC and up to 4 MHz clock is sufficient. Its MSOP-8 form factor makes it ideal for compact consumer products, remote control accessories, and industrial sensor nodes with tight board space constraints.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | MSOP-8 |
| Factory Lead Time | 6Weeks |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Bit Size | 8 |
| Boundary Scan | YES |
| CPU Family | PIC12 |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 4MHz |
| DAC Channels | NO |
| DMA Channels | NO |
| JESD-30 Code | S-PDSO-G8 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 6 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 8 |
| PWM Channels | NO |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP8,.19 |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 25 |
| ROM (words) | 768 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Speed | 4MHz |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.65mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | MICROCONTROLLER, RISC |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC12F508-I/MS:
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC12 CPU, 4MHz, CMOS, PDSO8
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC12 CPU, 4MHz, CMOS, PDSO8
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum clock frequency and core architecture of the PIC12F508-I/MS microcontroller?
The PIC12F508-I/MS is an 8-bit PIC12 family microcontroller with a maximum clock frequency of 4 MHz, providing adequate processing throughput for straightforward control tasks such as sensor polling, PWM generation, and simple state machine execution in low-power embedded applications.
Does the PIC12F508-I/MS include an on-chip ADC, and how does this simplify analog sensor interfacing?
Yes, the PIC12F508-I/MS includes an on-chip ADC, eliminating the need for an external analog-to-digital converter in designs that read resistive sensors, thermistors, or light-dependent resistors, reducing component count and board space in simple 8-bit sensing and control applications.
What PCB testing advantages does boundary scan support provide for the PIC12F508-I/MS in production?
Boundary scan (JTAG-compatible test access) on the PIC12F508-I/MS allows automated in-circuit testing of digital I/O pin states and interconnects without physical test probes, reducing production test fixture cost and enabling defect detection on densely packed MSOP-8 boards where physical access to individual pins is difficult.
For a compact consumer appliance, when is the PIC12F508-I/MS in MSOP-8 a better choice than a DIP-8 PIC variant?
The PIC12F508-I/MS in MSOP-8 occupies roughly 60% less PCB area than a comparable DIP-8 package, making it the preferred choice for slim consumer appliances, handheld remotes, and wearable controllers where board dimensions are fixed and surface-mount assembly is already part of the production process, at the same 4 MHz 8-bit performance level.
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