PIC16F88-I/SO Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
PIC16F88-I/SO is an 8-bit PIC microcontroller operating at up to 20 MHz with 7 KB flash memory, 368 bytes SRAM, and 256 bytes EEPROM. It integrates a 7-channel 10-bit ADC, ECCP PWM module, SPI, I2C, and USART interfaces for versatile embedded control. Packaged in an 18-pin SOIC, it is suited for sensor interfacing, motor control, and general-purpose embedded designs.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 18
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16F88-I/SO Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $3.8581(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 PIC16F88-I/SO?
- 8-bit PIC16 CPU running at up to 20 MHz clock frequency
- 7 KB flash program memory with 256 bytes EEPROM data storage
- 7-channel 10-bit ADC for multi-input analog signal acquisition
- Enhanced CCP module supporting PWM output for motor and dimmer control
- USART, SPI, and I2C hardware serial communication interfaces
- 18-pin SOIC package for surface-mount embedded designs
What is PIC16F88-I/SO used for?
The PIC16F88-I/SO is used in embedded control applications including temperature controllers, motor speed regulators, and industrial sensor nodes that require multiple ADC channels alongside serial communication. Its enhanced PWM capability makes it effective for LED dimming, DC motor speed control, and switching regulator feedback circuits. The device also fits home automation, consumer appliance control, and robotics projects where an 18-pin SOIC with 20 MHz performance and onboard EEPROM simplifies firmware-based parameter storage.
What are the specifications of PIC16F88-I/SO?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOIC-18 |
| Factory Lead Time | 7Weeks |
| YTEOL | 8 |
| 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-PDSO-G18 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of External Interrupts | 1 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 16 |
| Number of Serial I/Os | 1 |
| Number of Timers | 5 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 8 |
| PWM Channels | YES |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP18,.4 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 368 |
| ROM (words) | 7168 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Speed | 20MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 4.2mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 4V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | MICROCONTROLLER, RISC |
| ## PIC16F88-I/SO Alternates Showing results | Image |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 2 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Where can I find the PIC16F88-I/SO datasheet?
PIC16F88-I/SO Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for PIC16F88-I/SO?
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16F88-I/SO:
suggested
suggested
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDSO18
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ADC channels does the PIC16F88-I/SO provide, and what resolution do they offer for sensor measurements?
The PIC16F88-I/SO integrates 7 analog input channels connected to a shared 10-bit ADC, delivering 1024 quantization levels across the reference voltage span. This channel count supports simultaneous connection to temperature sensors, potentiometers, and current-sense resistors in a single-IC design, sufficient for light-duty data acquisition and process control applications at 20 MHz clock frequency.
For a battery-powered sensor node, what is the minimum supply voltage this microcontroller accepts?
The PIC16F88-I/SO operates from a supply voltage as low as 2.0 V, allowing use with partially discharged alkaline or lithium cells. At reduced supply voltages the maximum clock frequency decreases from 20 MHz to 4 MHz, which is adequate for low-duty-cycle sensing tasks. This wide supply range from 2.0 V to 5.5 V makes it versatile across battery chemistries and regulated supply designs.
When is the enhanced CCP PWM module on this device preferred over a simple software-toggled GPIO for motor control?
The enhanced CCP module generates hardware PWM signals at frequencies up to several hundred kHz without CPU intervention, enabling precise motor speed control or LED dimming with 10-bit duty cycle resolution. Software-toggled GPIO requires the CPU to handle every edge, consuming nearly 100% of cycles at high frequencies. The hardware PWM frees the 20 MHz CPU to simultaneously process ADC readings, serial communication, and control algorithms.
Does the 18-pin SOIC package of the PIC16F88-I/SO offer sufficient I/O pins for designs requiring both serial interfaces and analog inputs?
The 18-pin package provides up to 16 general-purpose I/O pins, of which 7 double as ADC inputs and others as SPI, I2C, and USART pins. In a typical design using I2C for one sensor and USART for a debug interface, 12 to 13 GPIO pins remain available, which is sufficient for controlling relays, reading discrete sensors, and driving indicator LEDs without additional I/O expanders.
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