PIC16F73-I/SO Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock

The PIC16F73-I/SO is an 8-bit PIC16 microcontroller from Microchip with 4 KB flash, 192 bytes RAM, and 22 I/O pins in a 28-pin SOIC package. It operates at up to 20 MHz and features a built-in 8-channel 8-bit ADC with SPI, I2C, and USART peripherals. In stock worldwide with fast shipping.

ACTIVEIntegrated CircuitVerified Jun 2026
Package / Visual Reference
PIC16F73-I/SOSmall Outline Packages
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
Microchip
Package
Small Outline Packages
Pin Count
28
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Integrated Circuit
Price
From $4.5250(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

  • 8-channel 8-bit ADC with multiplexed inputs enables direct connection of up to 8 analog sensors without external ADC ICs
  • Integrated MSSP (SPI and I2C) and USART peripherals support multi-protocol sensor and display communication from a single 8-bit MCU
  • 20 MHz maximum clock at 200 ns instruction cycle provides sufficient throughput for real-time sensor polling at 10 kHz update rates
  • 28-pin SOIC surface-mount package reduces PCB area versus DIP variants while maintaining standard 1.27 mm pitch for ease of hand soldering
  • In-circuit serial programming via 2-wire ICSP enables firmware updates without removing the MCU from the target board

Applications

The PIC16F73-I/SO targets simple to moderate embedded control applications such as appliance control panels, agricultural sensor loggers, and motor speed controllers that benefit from an 8-channel ADC in a compact SOIC footprint. Its combination of SPI, I2C, and USART makes it suitable for multi-sensor node designs that read temperature, humidity, and pressure from different protocol sensors simultaneously. The 28-pin SOIC package integrates well into cost-sensitive consumer electronics and industrial control PCBs with standard SMT assembly.

Specifications

Pbfree CodeYes
Manufacturer Package CodeSOIC-28
Factory Lead Time5Weeks
YTEOL8
Has ADCYES
Bit Size8
Boundary ScanNO
CPU FamilyPIC16
Clock Frequency-Max20MHz
DAC ChannelsNO
DMA ChannelsNO
FormatFIXED POINT
Integrated CacheNO
JESD-30 CodeR-PDSO-G28
JESD-609 Codee3
Low Power ModeYES
Number of External Interrupts1
Number of I/O Lines22
Number of Serial I/Os1
Number of Timers5
On Chip Data RAM Width8
On Chip Program ROM Width8
PWM ChannelsYES
Package Body MaterialPLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence CodeSOP28,.4
Package ShapeRECTANGULAR
Package StyleSMALL OUTLINE
Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel)260
Qualification StatusNot Qualified
RAM (bytes)192
ROM (words)7168
ROM ProgrammabilityFLASH
Speed20MHz
Supply Current-Max15mA
Supply Voltage-Max5.5V
Supply Voltage-Min5V
Supply Voltage-Nom5V
Surface MountYES
TechnologyCMOS
Temperature GradeINDUSTRIAL
Terminal FinishMatte Tin (Sn)
Terminal FormGULL WING
Terminal Pitch1.27mm
Terminal PositionDUAL
Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s)40
uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs TypeMICROCONTROLLER, RISC
PackageSmall Outline Packages

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
Moisture Sensitivity LevelMSL 1
ECCNEAR99
HTS Code8542.31.00.01
Country of OriginThailand

Datasheet

PIC16F73-I/SO Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Microchip

Alternate & Equivalent Parts

Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16F73-I/SO:

PIC16F72-I/SOMicrochip Technology Inc

MCU CMOS 28 LD 20MHZ 4K FLASH

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PIC16F76-I/SOMicrochip Technology Inc

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many analog input channels does the PIC16F73-I/SO have and what ADC resolution does it provide?

The PIC16F73-I/SO includes an 8-channel, 8-bit successive-approximation ADC multiplexed from its I/O pins. The 8-bit resolution provides 256 counts over the reference voltage range, yielding approximately 19.5 mV per LSB on a 5V reference. At 20 MHz clock, the ADC achieves conversion times of approximately 20 µs per channel, enabling sequential 8-channel scans at roughly 6 kHz aggregate sample rate for multi-sensor monitoring.

How does the PIC16F73-I/SO compare to PIC16F876-20/SP for a new design requiring SOIC packaging?

Both devices run at 20 MHz in 28-pin packages and share the same PIC16 core, but the PIC16F876 offers 14 KB of flash and 368 bytes of RAM versus the PIC16F73's 4 KB flash and 192 bytes of RAM. The PIC16F876 also adds a 10-bit ADC versus 8-bit on the PIC16F73. For simpler firmware under 4 KB with 8-bit ADC accuracy sufficient, the PIC16F73-I/SO in SOIC-28 is the lower-cost option with a 5-week lead time.

Can the PIC16F73-I/SO run from a single 3.3V supply in a battery-powered wireless sensor node?

The PIC16F73-I/SO operates from 2.0V to 5.5V supply voltage, making it compatible with a 3V lithium coin cell or 3.3V regulated LDO output. At 3.3V and 4 MHz, current consumption drops to approximately 1 mA in active mode and under 15 µA in sleep mode, allowing a 1,000 mAh AA-cell pack to sustain the MCU in low-duty-cycle sleep-and-wake sensor sampling for over 3 years.

What serial communication peripherals are built into the PIC16F73-I/SO for connecting to displays and radio modules?

The PIC16F73-I/SO integrates an MSSP module configurable as SPI Master at up to 5 Mbps or I2C at 100 kHz or 400 kHz, plus a USART supporting asynchronous RS-232 at baud rates from 300 bps to 115 kbps at 20 MHz. This allows simultaneous connection to an SPI LCD display, an I2C sensor, and a UART Bluetooth module using all 3 hardware serial peripherals without GPIO bit-banging.

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