PIC16HV540-04/SO Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
PIC16HV540-04/SO is an 8-bit PIC microcontroller from Microchip with up to 4 MHz clock and EPROM program memory, packaged in an 18-pin SOIC for easy SMT assembly. It supports voltages high enough to suit industrial and automotive edge applications. Available in stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 18
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16HV540-04/SO Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $1.7550(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 PIC16HV540-04/SO?
- 8-bit PIC16 core running at up to 4 MHz with EPROM program memory for field-reprogrammable firmware updates
- High-voltage (HV) capable supply range extends operation beyond standard 5 V CMOS logic for industrial sensor interfaces
- 18-pin SOIC-18 package enables SMT pick-and-place assembly on compact control boards without through-hole tooling
- No ADC overhead keeps die area and price minimal for pure digital or comparator-based control tasks
What is PIC16HV540-04/SO used for?
PIC16HV540-04/SO targets low-complexity digital control tasks such as relay sequencers, motor commutation timers, and industrial keypad decoders that benefit from EPROM re-programmability during prototyping. Its high-voltage supply tolerance makes it suitable for 12 V or 15 V powered embedded controllers where a regulated 5 V rail is unavailable. The SOIC-18 footprint integrates cleanly into cost-sensitive consumer appliance and building automation PCBs.
What are the specifications of PIC16HV540-04/SO?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOIC-18 |
| Factory Lead Time | 5Weeks |
| YTEOL | 8 |
| Has ADC | NO |
| Bit Size | 8 |
| Boundary Scan | NO |
| CPU Family | PIC16 |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 4MHz |
| 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 I/O Lines | 12 |
| Number of Timers | 3 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 8 |
| PWM Channels | NO |
| 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) | 25 |
| ROM (words) | 1536 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Speed | 4MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 20mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 15V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 9V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 9V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | COMMERCIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | MICROCONTROLLER, RISC |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
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 PIC16HV540-04/SO datasheet?
PIC16HV540-04/SO Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for PIC16HV540-04/SO?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What maximum clock frequency does PIC16HV540-04/SO support, and how does that affect instruction throughput?
PIC16HV540-04/SO operates at a maximum clock of 4 MHz. Because the PIC16 architecture executes most instructions in a single 4-cycle machine cycle, this yields a peak throughput of 1 MIPS, sufficient for low-speed control loops, debounce routines, and timer-based PWM on 8-bit data paths.
For which industrial supply voltages is the HV designation in PIC16HV540-04/SO significant?
The 'HV' designation indicates the device tolerates supply voltages above the standard 5 V range, enabling direct operation from unregulated 12 V or higher rails that are common in automotive body electronics, HVAC controllers, and industrial sensor boards, eliminating the need for a dedicated low-dropout regulator in some designs.
How does the 18-pin SOIC-18 package of PIC16HV540-04/SO compare to a DIP-18 for a new SMT design?
The SOIC-18 package has a body of approximately 11.6 mm × 7.5 mm with 1.27 mm pitch leads, occupying roughly 40% less board area than the DIP-18 at 2.54 mm pitch. SMT placement eliminates the need for through-hole drilling, reducing PCB fabrication cost and enabling double-sided component placement on high-density boards.
Is PIC16HV540-04/SO a suitable lower-cost alternative to PIC16F628A for a simple relay-control application?
PIC16HV540-04/SO uses EPROM memory and lacks the internal RC oscillator and comparator peripherals found in PIC16F628A. For a relay-control design that only needs 8-bit I/O, a few timers, and a 4 MHz crystal, PIC16HV540-04/SO can be a lower-cost option, though its EPROM requires UV erasure rather than in-circuit flash reprogramming, which increases re-flash cycle time.
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