PIC16F870-I/SP Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
PIC16F870-I/SP is an 8-bit PIC16 Flash microcontroller by Microchip running up to 20 MHz with 2 KB Flash, 10-bit ADC, and 28-pin SPDIP package for simple embedded control applications. Key specs: 8-bit core, 20 MHz, 8-channel 10-bit ADC. Available in stock worldwide at competitive pricing.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 28
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16F870-I/SP Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $3.8200(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-bit PIC16 RISC core operating up to 20 MHz for efficient low-cost control applications
- 2 KB in-circuit reprogrammable Flash memory enabling firmware updates without device removal
- 8-channel 10-bit ADC for direct acquisition of temperature, pressure, and position sensors
- 28-pin SPDIP through-hole package ideal for prototyping and low-volume production boards
- Wide supply voltage range of 2 V to 5.5 V supporting 3.3 V and 5 V logic systems
- Integrated USART, SPI, and I2C for flexible host and peripheral communication
Applications
The PIC16F870-I/SP is a versatile entry-level microcontroller suited for low-cost control applications including sensor data acquisition, simple user interface controllers, and relay-based automation panels. Its 8-channel 10-bit ADC and 28-pin through-hole DIP package make it popular in educational prototypes, hobbyist projects, and low-volume industrial timers where breadboard compatibility and ease of hand-soldering are priorities. The combination of in-circuit programmable Flash and multiple serial interfaces also enables use in smart display drivers and building automation edge nodes.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SPDIP-28 |
| 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-PDIP-T28 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of External Interrupts | 1 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 22 |
| Number of Serial I/Os | 1 |
| 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 | DIP28,.6 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 128 |
| RAM (words) | 128 |
| ROM (words) | 2048 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Speed | 20MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 15mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 4V |
| 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) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16F870-I/SP:
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDIP28
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDIP28
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDIP28
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDIP28
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDIP28
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ADC channels does PIC16F870-I/SP provide and at what resolution?
The PIC16F870-I/SP integrates an 8-channel multiplexed ADC with 10-bit resolution, enabling simultaneous connection of up to 8 analog sensors such as thermistors, LDRs, and potentiometers without external analog switches. The 10-bit resolution provides 1,024 discrete levels, giving approximately 4.9 mV per count on a 5 V reference, which is sufficient for most environmental monitoring and process control sensing tasks.
For a prototype board built on a solderless breadboard, how does the 28-pin SPDIP package of PIC16F870-I/SP compare to surface-mount alternatives?
The 28-pin SPDIP through-hole package inserts directly into standard 0.1-inch pitch breadboard sockets, allowing rapid prototyping without soldering or adapter boards, which surface-mount SOIC or QFN devices require. This makes PIC16F870-I/SP the preferred choice for educational labs, proof-of-concept builds, and repair situations where a replacement must be installed quickly without SMT rework equipment.
What serial communication interfaces are available on PIC16F870-I/SP for connecting to external modules?
The PIC16F870-I/SP includes a hardware USART for asynchronous serial at standard baud rates up to 115,200 bps, plus MSSP supporting both SPI up to 5 MHz and I2C up to 400 kHz. This combination allows simultaneous connection to an RS-232 host interface, an SPI display driver, and an I2C sensor or EEPROM on the same 28-pin device, covering the most common embedded communication requirements in a single low-cost 8-bit microcontroller.
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