PIC16C72-04/SO Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
PIC16C72-04/SO is an 8-bit PIC16 microcontroller from Microchip operating at up to 4 MHz with integrated ADC and SRAM, housed in a 28-pin SOIC surface-mount package. It offers versatile I/O peripherals for embedded control and measurement tasks. Available from global distributors with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 28
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16C72-04/SO Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $4.5600(MOQ 1)
- 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 PIC16C72-04/SO?
- 8-bit PIC16 RISC architecture with up to 4 MHz clock frequency
- Integrated multi-channel ADC for direct analog signal acquisition
- On-chip SRAM data memory for efficient variable storage
- 28-pin SOIC package enabling compact surface-mount PCB designs
- Broad PIC16 family software and hardware ecosystem for rapid development
What is PIC16C72-04/SO used for?
The PIC16C72-04/SO is suited for low-speed embedded control applications such as home appliance logic controllers, small HVAC systems, and sensor interface modules that require 8-bit processing with analog input capability. Its integrated ADC eliminates the need for external converters in systems measuring temperature, pressure, or light levels. The 28-pin SOIC package is compatible with standard SMT assembly and widely supported by development tools across the PIC16 ecosystem.
What are the specifications of PIC16C72-04/SO?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOIC-28 |
| 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 | 4MHz |
| DAC Channels | NO |
| DMA Channels | NO |
| Format | FIXED POINT |
| Integrated Cache | NO |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G28 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of External Interrupts | 1 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 22 |
| Number of Timers | 5 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 14 |
| PWM Channels | YES |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP28,.4 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 128 |
| ROM (words) | 2048 |
| ROM Programmability | OTPROM |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Speed | 4MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 5mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 6V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 4V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | COMMERCIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| 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 PIC16C72-04/SO datasheet?
PIC16C72-04/SO Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for PIC16C72-04/SO?
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16C72-04/SO:
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, OTPROM, PIC16 CPU, 4MHz, CMOS, PDSO28
Frequently Asked Questions
What clock frequency and memory resources does the PIC16C72-04/SO provide?
The PIC16C72-04/SO runs at up to 4 MHz and includes on-chip SRAM for data memory, supporting the full PIC16 instruction set with 8-bit data processing. At 4 MHz, single-cycle instructions complete in 1 us, providing deterministic timing for basic control tasks in appliance and sensor designs.
How does the integrated ADC in PIC16C72-04/SO simplify analog sensor interfacing?
The built-in ADC on the PIC16C72-04/SO allows direct connection of analog sensors such as thermistors, photoresistors, or pressure transducers to the microcontroller input pins, removing the cost and complexity of external ADC chips. This integration is valuable in cost-sensitive 8-bit embedded designs running from a 5 V supply with limited BOM budgets.
In what legacy embedded control scenarios is the PIC16C72-04/SO still a practical choice?
The PIC16C72-04/SO remains practical for maintaining existing designs that originally used the PIC16 architecture with 28 pins, where rewriting firmware for a modern MCU would be costly. Its 4 MHz operation is sufficient for simple state-machine controllers in appliances or instrumentation with 8-bit data paths.
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