PIC16F876-20/SP Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
The PIC16F876-20/SP is an 8-bit PIC16 microcontroller from Microchip with 14 KB flash, 368 bytes RAM, and 22 I/O pins in a 28-pin SPDIP package. It operates at up to 20 MHz and includes a built-in 10-bit ADC and SPI/I2C interfaces. In stock worldwide with fast shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 28
- Lifecycle
- NOT RECOMMENDED
- Datasheet
- PIC16F876-20/SP Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $6.6827(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 PIC16F876-20/SP?
- 14 KB of self-programmable flash memory and 368 bytes RAM support medium-complexity firmware with in-field code updates
- 10-bit ADC with up to 5 channels enables direct sensor signal acquisition without external ADC ICs
- SPI and I2C hardware peripherals (MSSP) and USART allow simultaneous multi-protocol communication from a single 8-bit core
- 20 MHz maximum clock frequency in a through-hole 28-pin SPDIP package simplifies prototyping and field-service replacement
- ICSP and ICD support via 2-wire interface enables in-circuit debugging without removing the MCU from the target board
What is PIC16F876-20/SP used for?
The PIC16F876-20/SP is a workhorse 8-bit MCU for simple to medium-complexity control tasks including motor speed control, HVAC thermostat logic, and sensor data acquisition in industrial equipment. Its through-hole 28-pin DIP package makes it popular for educational platforms, prototype breadboards, and legacy system retrofits where socket-based replacement is required. The built-in 10-bit ADC and serial interfaces cover most sensor interfacing needs without external peripheral ICs.
What are the specifications of PIC16F876-20/SP?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SPDIP-28 |
| Date Of Intro | 1998-12-01 |
| 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 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 | DIP28,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 368 |
| RAM (words) | 368 |
| ROM (words) | 8192 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Speed | 20MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 20mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | COMMERCIAL |
| 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 |
Where can I find the PIC16F876-20/SP datasheet?
PIC16F876-20/SP Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for PIC16F876-20/SP?
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16F876-20/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
Frequently Asked Questions
How much flash and RAM does the PIC16F876-20/SP provide, and is it enough for a PID motor control loop?
The PIC16F876-20/SP includes 14 KB of program flash and 368 bytes of data RAM. A compact PID control loop in C typically requires 2-4 KB of flash and 50-100 bytes of RAM for coefficients and state variables, leaving ample space for sensor drivers, UART logging, and a watchdog safety routine. At 20 MHz, the 8-bit core executes one instruction per 200 ns, providing sufficient throughput for 1 kHz PID update rates.
Can the PIC16F876-20/SP read an analog sensor directly, and how many ADC channels does it have?
Yes. The PIC16F876-20/SP integrates a 10-bit successive approximation ADC with up to 5 input channels multiplexed from its I/O pins. At 20 MHz, the ADC achieves a sample rate of approximately 100 ksps, sufficient for audio-frequency signal sampling up to 40 kHz. The 10-bit resolution provides 1024 counts over the reference range, yielding 4.88 mV resolution on a 5V reference for industrial 4-20 mA loop applications.
How does PIC16F876-20/SP differ from PIC16F876A-20/SP for a production board replacement?
The PIC16F876A is the enhanced successor with identical pinout in the same 28-pin DIP package, adding 256 bytes of data EEPROM and improved BOR reset circuits. Both run at 20 MHz with 14 KB flash and 22 I/O pins, making the A-variant a drop-in upgrade. For a production board replacement, the PIC16F876-20/SP is a lower-cost option when EEPROM retention is managed in external serial memory, and both variants support in-circuit serial programming via 2-wire ICSP.
What communication interfaces are built into the PIC16F876-20/SP for connecting to sensors and external memory?
The PIC16F876-20/SP includes a USART for RS-232 or RS-485 serial communication up to 1.25 Mbps at 20 MHz, and an MSSP module configurable as either SPI at up to 5 Mbps or I2C at 100 kHz or 400 kHz. These 3 hardware interfaces allow simultaneous connection to an I2C temperature sensor, a SPI EEPROM, and a UART GPS module without bit-banging, freeing the CPU for control logic.
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