PIC16C56A-04/SS Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
PIC16C56A-04/SS is an 8-bit PIC16 microcontroller from Microchip with 1.5 KB OTP program memory, 25 bytes RAM, 12 I/O pins, and a maximum 4 MHz clock in a 20-pin SSOP package. It suits simple legacy control tasks, appliance timers, and low-pin-count embedded applications.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 20
- Lifecycle
- NOT RECOMMENDED
- Datasheet
- PIC16C56A-04/SS Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $2.2600(MOQ 335)
- Temp Range
- ?°C to 70.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of PIC16C56A-04/SS?
- 8-bit PIC16 CPU core with 4 MHz maximum clock
- 1.5 KB OTP program memory and 25 bytes of RAM
- 12 general-purpose I/O pins in a 20-pin SSOP package
- Low-cost OTP architecture for high-volume production locking
- Simple instruction set with 33 single-word instructions
- Wide operating voltage range for flexible supply designs
What is PIC16C56A-04/SS used for?
The PIC16C56A-04/SS is designed for simple, cost-sensitive embedded control applications such as appliance timer circuits, remote control decoders, and low-pin-count sensor interfaces where minimal code complexity and one-time programmable memory suffice. Its 12 I/O pins and compact 20-pin SSOP package fit easily into small consumer product PCBs with tight space constraints. Legacy designs and high-volume productions benefit from its mature, well-characterized architecture running at up to 4 MHz.
What are the specifications of PIC16C56A-04/SS?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Factory Lead Time | 111Weeks |
| Date Of Intro | 1990-01-01 |
| 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-PDSO-G20 |
| 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 | SSOP20,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, SHRINK PITCH |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 25 |
| RAM (words) | 25 |
| ROM (words) | 1024 |
| ROM Programmability | OTPROM |
| Speed | 4MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 2.4mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | COMMERCIAL |
| 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 |
Where can I find the PIC16C56A-04/SS datasheet?
PIC16C56A-04/SS Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for PIC16C56A-04/SS?
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16C56A-04/SS:
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, EPROM, PIC16 CPU, 4MHz, CMOS, PDSO20
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, OTPROM, PIC16 CPU, 4MHz, CMOS, PDSO20
Frequently Asked Questions
How much program memory and RAM does the PIC16C56A-04/SS provide, and is it reprogrammable?
The PIC16C56A-04/SS provides 1.5 KB of OTP (one-time programmable) program memory and 25 bytes of RAM. OTP means the device is programmed once during production and cannot be erased or reprogrammed, making it cost-effective for finalized, high-volume firmware but unsuitable for field-updatable applications.
What is the maximum clock frequency of PIC16C56A-04/SS, and how does this affect throughput?
The PIC16C56A-04/SS operates at a maximum clock frequency of 4 MHz, executing most instructions in a single 250 ns instruction cycle (one instruction per 4 clock cycles). This throughput is sufficient for simple control loops, switch debouncing, and sequential output driving tasks common in appliance and timer circuits.
How does PIC16C56A-04/SS compare to later PIC16F devices for a new design?
For new designs, PIC16F devices such as PIC16F630 offer flash reprogrammability, more RAM, and additional peripherals like ADC and timers at similar or lower cost compared to the OTP PIC16C56A-04/SS. However, existing legacy boards using the 20-pin SSOP footprint with 4 MHz timing may continue sourcing PIC16C56A-04/SS to avoid re-qualification, despite 111-week lead times.
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