PIC16C715-20I/SS Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
Microchip PIC16C715 is an 8-bit PIC microcontroller with 20 MHz clock, 2 KB EPROM program memory, 4-channel 8-bit ADC, 18 GPIO pins, and USART plus SPI communication. Available in SSOP-20 surface-mount package, RoHS compliant, in stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 20
- Lifecycle
- NOT RECOMMENDED
- Datasheet
- PIC16C715-20I/SS Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $3.9400(MOQ 67)
- 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 PIC16 RISC core at 20 MHz with 2 KB EPROM program memory for legacy control applications with field-programmable firmware capability
- Integrated 4-channel 8-bit ADC enabling direct sensor reading without external analog-to-digital converters in low-cost embedded systems
- USART and SPI peripherals plus 18 configurable GPIO pins supporting serial communication and peripheral control in industrial and consumer applications
Applications
The PIC16C715 is suited for legacy embedded control designs in home appliances, motor controllers, and industrial timers where the 20 MHz clock and 8-bit ADC meet performance requirements without the cost of a 16 or 32-bit controller. Its EPROM-based program memory enables UV-erasable field reprogramming during development or low-volume production runs requiring firmware customization. The SSOP-20 package serves space-constrained retrofit designs maintaining backward compatibility with original PIC16C715-based control board layouts.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SSOP-20 |
| Factory Lead Time | 5Weeks |
| Date Of Intro | 1990-01-01 |
| YTEOL | 3 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Bit Size | 8 |
| Boundary Scan | NO |
| CPU Family | PIC16 |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 20MHz |
| 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 External Interrupts | 1 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 13 |
| Number of Timers | 3 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 14 |
| 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) | 128 |
| ROM (words) | 2048 |
| ROM Programmability | OTPROM |
| Speed | 20MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 30mA |
| 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 PIC16C715-20I/SS:
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, OTPROM, PIC CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDSO20
Frequently Asked Questions
What ADC resolution and how many channels does the PIC16C715 integrate for analog sensing?
The PIC16C715 integrates a 4-channel 8-bit successive-approximation ADC with a maximum conversion rate of approximately 40 kSPS at 20 MHz clock frequency. The 8-bit resolution provides 256 counts across the reference voltage range, suitable for temperature sensing, potentiometer position reading, and battery voltage monitoring in appliance control and industrial timer applications.
How much program memory does the PIC16C715 provide, and what are the implications of EPROM versus Flash storage?
The PIC16C715 provides 2 KB of EPROM program memory holding approximately 2048 14-bit instructions. Unlike Flash-based successors, EPROM requires UV light erasure taking 15 to 20 minutes per erase cycle, which limits reprogramming frequency but allows use in established production flows where firmware is finalized before programming and field updates are not required.
What is the maximum clock frequency of the PIC16C715, and which oscillator types does it support?
The PIC16C715 operates at up to 20 MHz using LP, XT, HS, or RC oscillator modes. At 20 MHz, the PIC16 architecture executes 5 million instructions per second since most instructions complete in 4 clock cycles, enabling real-time control loops with sub-200 ns single-instruction execution for precise timer-based pulse-width modulation generation and serial data sampling.
What are the key differences between PIC16C715-20I/SS and more modern PIC16F-family replacements?
The PIC16C715-20I/SS uses EPROM program memory requiring UV erasure versus Flash memory in PIC16F-family devices that support in-circuit serial programming (ICSP) for sub-second firmware updates. Modern PIC16F replacements also add nanoWatt power-down modes down to 1 µA sleep current, hardware multipliers, and enhanced capture/compare modules, while the PIC16C715 remains the correct choice for exact firmware and PCB compatibility in legacy system maintenance.
For a legacy industrial timer replacement design, what PCB space does the SSOP-20 package require?
The PIC16C715-20I/SS SSOP-20 package measures 7.2 mm x 5.3 mm with a 0.65 mm lead pitch, fitting into compact SMD PCB layouts. Compared to the DIP-20 through-hole variant at 25.4 mm length, the SSOP-20 saves over 60% board area, enabling retrofitting of PIC16C715-based control functions onto smaller modern PCBs when upgrading legacy appliance or industrial equipment designs.
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