PIC16C77-20I/L Microchip Integrated Circuit (Plastic Leaded Chip Carrier) In Stock

Microchip PIC16C77-20I/L is an 8-bit PIC16 microcontroller with 14 KB program memory, 368 bytes RAM, 33 I/O lines, and integrated ADC running at up to 20 MHz. The PLCC-44 package supports legacy industrial and embedded control designs requiring substantial I/O and analog input capability.

NOT RECOMMENDEDIntegrated CircuitVerified Jun 2026
Package / Visual Reference
PIC16C77-20I/LPlastic Leaded Chip Carrier
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
Microchip
Package
Plastic Leaded Chip Carrier
Pin Count
44
Lifecycle
NOT RECOMMENDED
Category
Integrated Circuit
Price
From $10.1300(MOQ 1)
Temp Range
-40.0°C to 85.0°C
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

Key Features

  • 33 I/O lines with integrated ADC enabling multi-channel sensor acquisition and direct peripheral control in a single 8-bit PIC16 device
  • 14 KB on-chip program memory and 368 bytes RAM supporting moderately complex embedded firmware without external memory expansion
  • 20 MHz maximum clock frequency providing sufficient instruction throughput for real-time control loop applications in industrial and consumer embedded systems

Applications

The PIC16C77-20I/L is designed for legacy and sustaining production embedded control applications that rely on the PIC16 architecture with high I/O count and integrated ADC. Its 33 I/O lines and 20 MHz clock support multi-axis motor control, industrial panel interfaces, and data acquisition systems reading multiple analog sensors simultaneously. The PLCC-44 package suits existing PCB layouts from established product lines where redesign to a smaller footprint is not cost-effective.

Specifications

Pbfree CodeYes
Manufacturer Package CodePLCC-44
Date Of Intro1990-01-01
YTEOL3
Has ADCYES
Bit Size8
Boundary ScanNO
CPU FamilyPIC16
Clock Frequency-Max20MHz
DAC ChannelsNO
DMA ChannelsNO
FormatFIXED POINT
Integrated CacheNO
JESD-30 CodeS-PQCC-J44
JESD-609 Codee3
Low Power ModeYES
Number of External Interrupts1
Number of I/O Lines33
Number of Serial I/Os1
Number of Timers5
On Chip Data RAM Width8
On Chip Program ROM Width14
PWM ChannelsYES
Package Body MaterialPLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence CodeLDCC44,.7SQ
Package ShapeSQUARE
Package StyleCHIP CARRIER
Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel)260
Qualification StatusNot Qualified
RAM (bytes)368
ROM (words)8192
ROM ProgrammabilityOTPROM
Speed20MHz
Supply Current-Max20mA
Supply Voltage-Max5.5V
Supply Voltage-Min5V
Supply Voltage-Nom5V
Surface MountYES
TechnologyCMOS
Temperature GradeINDUSTRIAL
Terminal FinishMatte Tin (Sn)
Terminal FormJ BEND
Terminal Pitch1.27mm
Terminal PositionQUAD
Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s)40
uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs TypeMICROCONTROLLER, RISC
PackagePlastic Leaded Chip Carrier

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
Moisture Sensitivity LevelMSL 3
ECCNEAR99
HTS Code8542.31.00.01
Country of OriginThailand

Datasheet

PIC16C77-20I/L Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Microchip

Alternate & Equivalent Parts

Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16C77-20I/L:

PIC16C77-20/LMicrochip Technology Inc

RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, OTPROM, PIC16 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PQCC44

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PIC16C74B-20I/LMicrochip Technology Inc

RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, OTPROM, PIC16 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PQCC44

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PIC16C74A-20/LMicrochip Technology Inc

RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, OTPROM, PIC16 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PQCC44

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the PIC16C77-20I/L 33 I/O line count support multi-channel sensor acquisition in an industrial control panel?

With 33 I/O lines, the PIC16C77-20I/L can simultaneously manage digital inputs from push-buttons and limit switches, analog inputs routed to the integrated ADC, and digital outputs driving relays or indicator LEDs on an industrial control panel. This eliminates the need for external I/O expanders in designs requiring up to 33 concurrent signal paths, keeping hardware cost and PCB complexity low for panels monitoring 8 to 16 analog sensors alongside digital I/O.

For a legacy embedded design running at 20 MHz on 5 V, how many instructions per second does the PIC16C77-20I/L execute?

The PIC16C77-20I/L executes most single-cycle instructions in 4 clock periods, yielding an instruction throughput of 5 million instructions per second at the 20 MHz maximum clock frequency. This throughput is adequate for PID control loops updating at rates up to 50 kHz, UART communication at 115200 baud, and debouncing routines for 33 I/O lines running concurrently within the 8-bit PIC16 Harvard architecture.

What procurement considerations apply to sourcing PIC16C77-20I/L for a sustaining production line given its 1990 introduction date?

Introduced in January 1990 and now in a mature lifecycle phase (YTEOL 3), the PIC16C77-20I/L is a legacy device where supply availability may be limited to distributor stock and authorized secondary market channels rather than fresh factory production runs. Procurement teams should audit multi-year stock requirements, evaluate direct replacement with a pin-compatible PIC16F device that shares the 20 MHz, 33 I/O, and ADC feature set, and consider last-time-buy orders to buffer against eventual end-of-life discontinuation.

How does the PLCC-44 package of the PIC16C77-20I/L affect PCB rework and socketing options compared to a standard DIP or QFP package?

The PLCC-44 44-pin package supports ZIF (zero insertion force) sockets commonly used in prototype and low-volume production, allowing the device to be swapped without soldering, which simplifies firmware updates in the field on boards designed with a PLCC socket. Compared to a flat QFP-44, the PLCC footprint's J-lead configuration makes solder joint inspection easier and provides a modest resilience to PCB flexure, though the package occupies more board area than an equivalent LQFP at the same pin count.

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