PIC16C57-RCI/P Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
Microchip PIC16C57-RCI/P is an 8-bit PIC16 OTP microcontroller running up to RC-oscillator speeds with 24 I/O pins housed in a 28-pin PDIP package. No ADC, simple architecture for straightforward control tasks and legacy designs. Suited for appliance controls, toys, and OTP-based high-volume embedded applications.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 28
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16C57-RCI/P Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $5.9700(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of PIC16C57-RCI/P?
- 8-bit PIC16 RISC architecture with streamlined instruction set for cost-effective control tasks
- 24 available I/O pins in a 28-pin PDIP package for flexible signal interfacing
- OTP (One-Time Programmable) Flash enabling secure, tamper-resistant firmware in production
- RC oscillator option eliminating the need for an external crystal to reduce BOM cost
- Wide operating temperature range supporting industrial and consumer environments
- PDIP-28 through-hole package for prototyping and low-volume hand-assembly production
What is PIC16C57-RCI/P used for?
The PIC16C57-RCI/P is suitable for high-volume consumer products and industrial controls where a simple 8-bit OTP microcontroller with 24 I/O pins is sufficient, such as toy controllers, appliance timers, and remote control encoders. Its PDIP-28 package makes it accessible for prototype development and low-volume through-hole assembly without specialized SMT equipment. The OTP memory model provides a cost-effective, secure programming approach for production runs that do not require field firmware updates.
What are the specifications of PIC16C57-RCI/P?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | PDIP-28 |
| Reach Compliance Code | Compliant |
| Factory Lead Time | 6Weeks |
| Date Of Intro | 2017-12-19 |
| 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-T28 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of I/O Lines | 20 |
| Number of Timers | 2 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 12 |
| PWM Channels | NO |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | DIP28,.6 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| RAM (bytes) | 72 |
| RAM (words) | 72 |
| ROM (words) | 2048 |
| ROM Programmability | EPROM |
| Speed | 40MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 100mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 6.25V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| 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) |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.15 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Where can I find the PIC16C57-RCI/P datasheet?
PIC16C57-RCI/P Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for PIC16C57-RCI/P?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many I/O pins does the PIC16C57-RCI/P provide, and what communication interfaces can they implement?
The PIC16C57-RCI/P provides 24 general-purpose I/O pins across three 8-bit ports in the 28-pin PDIP package. These pins can be configured for bit-banged UART, I2C, and SPI protocols in software, as well as direct GPIO tasks such as driving LEDs, reading switches, and generating PWM signals for motor speed control.
What does the RC-oscillator configuration mean for the PIC16C57-RCI/P, and how does it reduce system cost?
The RC-oscillator mode allows the PIC16C57-RCI/P to use an external resistor-capacitor network instead of a crystal or ceramic resonator to generate its clock. This can save 10 to 50 cents per unit in BOM cost and reduces component count by 2 parts per board, which is significant in high-volume consumer products shipping millions of units per year.
In what scenarios is an OTP microcontroller like the PIC16C57-RCI/P preferable over Flash-based MCUs for high-volume production?
OTP microcontrollers are preferred when firmware is finalized before high-volume production, as OTP devices typically cost less per unit than Flash equivalents and offer inherent code protection without risk of accidental erasure. For toy and appliance productions exceeding 100,000 units per year, the cost savings from OTP silicon can outweigh the flexibility advantages of re-programmable Flash variants.
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