PIC16F873A-I/ML Microchip Integrated Circuit (Quad Flat No-Lead) In Stock
Microchip PIC16F873A-I/ML is an 8-bit PIC microcontroller featuring 7KB Flash, 128B EEPROM, and 192B RAM in a compact QFN-28 package. It operates at up to 20 MHz with 5-channel 10-bit ADC and two CCP modules. Available with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Quad Flat No-Lead
- Pin Count
- 28
- Lifecycle
- NOT RECOMMENDED
- Datasheet
- PIC16F873A-I/ML Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $5.0000(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of PIC16F873A-I/ML?
- 8-bit PIC16 core running at up to 20 MHz with 7KB Flash program memory and 128B EEPROM for non-volatile data storage
- 5-channel 10-bit ADC plus two Capture/Compare/PWM (CCP) modules enabling versatile analog and timing control
- Compact QFN-28 (VQFN-28) package with industrial-range operation from 4 V minimum supply voltage
What is PIC16F873A-I/ML used for?
The PIC16F873A-I/ML suits embedded control applications such as motor-drive sequencers, industrial sensor nodes, and home-automation controllers where a compact 28-pin footprint is critical. Its dual CCP modules and 5-channel ADC make it well-suited for PWM-driven actuator boards operating from 4 V to 5.5 V rails. The on-chip EEPROM retains calibration data across power cycles, benefiting metering and data-logging designs.
What are the specifications of PIC16F873A-I/ML?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | VQFN-28 |
| Factory Lead Time | 6Weeks |
| Date Of Intro | 1998-12-01 |
| YTEOL | 3 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Additional Feature | OPERATES AT 4 V MINIMUM SUPPLY |
| 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 | S-PQCC-N28 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of External Interrupts | 1 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 22 |
| Number of Timers | 3 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 14 |
| PWM Channels | YES |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | LCC28,.24SQ,25 |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | CHIP CARRIER, VERY THIN PROFILE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 192 |
| RAM (words) | 192 |
| ROM (words) | 4096 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Speed | 20MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 15mA |
| 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 | NO LEAD |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.65mm |
| Terminal Position | QUAD |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | MICROCONTROLLER, RISC |
| Package | Quad Flat No-Lead |
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 PIC16F873A-I/ML datasheet?
PIC16F873A-I/ML Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for PIC16F873A-I/ML?
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16F873A-I/ML:
Microchip Technology Inc No description available
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum clock frequency and how much Flash memory does the PIC16F873A-I/ML provide?
The PIC16F873A-I/ML runs at up to 20 MHz and provides 7 KB of Flash program memory along with 128 bytes of EEPROM and 192 bytes of RAM, making it suitable for moderately complex embedded firmware in a 28-pin QFN package.
Which analog front-end capabilities does the PIC16F873A-I/ML offer for sensor-interface designs?
It includes a 5-channel 10-bit ADC capable of sampling analog inputs with up to 1024 discrete steps, plus a synchronous serial port (SSP) supporting SPI and I2C at up to 400 kHz, enabling direct interfacing with pressure sensors, temperature ICs, and other analog peripherals.
When would a designer choose the PIC16F873A-I/ML over the larger PIC16F876A?
The PIC16F873A-I/ML is preferable when the application fits within 7 KB Flash and 192 bytes RAM and PCB space is constrained, as the QFN-28 package occupies significantly less board area than the 28-pin SPDIP of the PIC16F876A while sharing the same 20 MHz core and 10-bit ADC channels.
What supply voltage range and temperature grade apply to the PIC16F873A-I/ML?
The PIC16F873A-I/ML operates from a 4 V minimum to 5.5 V maximum supply voltage and is rated for the industrial temperature range of -40 °C to +85 °C, making it appropriate for control boards in harsh factory or outdoor environments.
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