PIC16C505-04/P Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
PIC16C505-04/P is an 8-bit CMOS microcontroller from Microchip in the PIC16 family, featuring a 4 MHz maximum clock, on-chip ADC, and boundary scan support. It comes in a 14-pin PDIP package, making it suitable for low-cost, compact embedded control applications.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 14
- Lifecycle
- NOT RECOMMENDED
- Datasheet
- PIC16C505-04/P Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $1.3716(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- ?°C to 70.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 8-bit PIC16 CMOS architecture with up to 4 MHz clock frequency for low-speed embedded control tasks
- Integrated ADC enabling direct analog sensor signal acquisition without external conversion circuitry
- Boundary scan (JTAG) support for in-circuit testing and production board verification
- 14-pin PDIP package offering easy prototyping, hand-soldering, and through-hole assembly for small embedded designs
Applications
The PIC16C505-04/P is suited for low-complexity embedded control tasks such as appliance control, simple sensor interfaces, LED drivers, and remote control receivers where low pin count and low cost are priorities. Its integrated ADC and 14-pin PDIP form factor make it accessible for prototyping and small-volume production in hobbyist and industrial control applications. The 4 MHz clock and compact 8-bit PIC16 core also make it a reliable choice for battery-powered devices needing minimal processing power with straightforward firmware development.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | PDIP-14 |
| Factory Lead Time | 6Weeks |
| YTEOL | 3 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Bit Size | 8 |
| Boundary Scan | YES |
| CPU Family | PIC16 |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 4MHz |
| DAC Channels | NO |
| DMA Channels | NO |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDIP-T14 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 11 |
| Number of Timers | 1 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 12 |
| PWM Channels | NO |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | DIP14,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 72 |
| RAM (words) | 72 |
| ROM (words) | 1024 |
| ROM Programmability | OTPROM |
| Speed | 4MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 1.4mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | COMMERCIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | MICROCONTROLLER, RISC |
| Package | Dual-In-Line Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16C505-04/P:
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, OTPROM, PIC16 CPU, 4MHz, CMOS, PDIP14
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum operating frequency of PIC16C505-04/P and what types of control tasks does it handle well?
The PIC16C505-04/P runs at a maximum clock frequency of 4 MHz, providing sufficient processing speed for simple sequential control tasks such as button debouncing, LED blinking, relay timing, and serial communication protocols like bit-banged UART at baud rates up to 9600 bps. Its 8-bit PIC16 architecture executes most instructions in a single cycle, delivering efficient real-time response for low-complexity embedded control applications.
Does the PIC16C505-04/P include an ADC and how many analog input channels are available for sensor acquisition?
Yes, the PIC16C505-04/P features an integrated ADC, allowing it to directly digitize analog sensor signals such as temperature, light, or voltage levels without requiring an external ADC chip. The ADC is accessible across available I/O pins, enabling low-cost analog acquisition in designs with limited pin count on the 14-pin PDIP package, which reduces total system BOM cost and simplifies board layout.
How does the 14-pin PDIP package of PIC16C505-04/P facilitate prototyping and production for small-volume projects?
The 14-pin PDIP (Dual Inline Package) of the PIC16C505-04/P uses 2.54 mm through-hole pitch, making it directly compatible with standard breadboards, solderless prototyping boards, and hand-soldered PCBs. This through-hole format eliminates the need for fine-pitch SMD soldering equipment, lowering the barrier to entry for small-volume production runs, educational projects, and field-serviceable industrial designs where component replacement needs to be simple.
In what type of applications is PIC16C505-04/P a cost-effective alternative to 32-bit microcontrollers?
For applications requiring only simple on/off control, threshold comparisons, or basic ADC measurements at speeds below 4 MHz, the PIC16C505-04/P is significantly more cost-effective than a 32-bit MCU. Typical use cases include household appliance control panels, simple motor speed regulators, IR remote decoders, and low-frequency sensor nodes where 8-bit resolution and a few hundred bytes of program space are entirely sufficient, and where the added cost of a 32-bit processor with megabytes of Flash would be unjustified.
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