PIC16C54-XT/P Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
The PIC16C54-XT/P is an 8-bit CMOS EPROM-based microcontroller from Microchip's PIC16C5x family, running up to 4 MHz, housed in an 18-pin DIP package, offering 512 words of program memory and 25 bytes of RAM for simple control tasks.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 18
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16C54-XT/P Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $2.8705(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 RISC PIC16 CPU core running up to 4 MHz XT oscillator
- 512 words of one-time-programmable EPROM program memory
- 25 bytes of on-chip data RAM for variable storage
- 12 bidirectional I/O pins organized across two ports
- 18-pin 0.300 inch PDIP package for through-hole assembly
- Low-power CMOS technology with power-down sleep mode
Applications
The PIC16C54-XT/P is well suited for simple dedicated control tasks such as appliance timers, toy controllers, remote control decoders, and sensor signal conditioning circuits. Its compact 18-pin DIP form factor and low-cost EPROM architecture make it a popular choice for cost-sensitive, fixed-function products in consumer electronics and industrial automation. Designers use it in applications where a small number of I/O lines and minimal code size are sufficient, such as keypad scanning, relay driving, and LED display control.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | PDIP-18 |
| Reach Compliance Code | Compliant |
| YTEOL | 3 |
| Has ADC | NO |
| Bit Size | 8 |
| Boundary Scan | NO |
| CPU Family | PIC16 |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 4MHz |
| DAC Channels | NO |
| DMA Channels | NO |
| Format | FIXED POINT |
| Integrated Cache | NO |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDIP-T18 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of I/O Lines | 12 |
| 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 | DIP18,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 25 |
| RAM (words) | 25 |
| ROM (words) | 512 |
| ROM Programmability | OTPROM |
| Speed | 4MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 3.3mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 6.25V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 3.25V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 3.25V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | COMMERCIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 40 |
| 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 PIC16C54-XT/P:
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, OTPROM, PIC16 CPU, 4MHz, CMOS, PDIP18
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum clock frequency of the PIC16C54-XT/P and how does it affect instruction throughput?
The PIC16C54-XT/P operates at a maximum clock frequency of 4 MHz using an XT crystal, yielding a 1 MHz instruction rate because the PIC architecture executes one instruction per 4 clock cycles. This makes it suitable for timing-sensitive applications like debouncing and simple PWM generation.
How much program memory and RAM does the PIC16C54-XT/P provide for embedded control code?
The PIC16C54-XT/P contains 512 words of 12-bit EPROM program memory and 25 bytes of data RAM. These resources are sufficient for small dedicated-function firmware such as appliance sequencers, LED chasers, and keypad controllers where code rarely exceeds a few hundred instructions.
When would a designer choose the PIC16C54-XT/P over a flash-based PIC microcontroller?
A designer selects the PIC16C54-XT/P for legacy designs already based on the PIC16C5x family or for high-volume production where one-time-programmable parts reduce per-unit cost versus flash variants. The 18-pin PDIP package and 4 MHz XT operation suit prototyping environments where in-circuit serial programming is not required.
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