PIC16LC63A-04I/SO Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
The PIC16LC63A-04I/SO is an 8-bit PIC16 CMOS microcontroller from Microchip operating at up to 4 MHz with 28 I/O pins in a 28-pin SOIC package. It includes 4 KB program memory, 192 B RAM, USART, SPI, and I2C interfaces, and runs from a low 2 V to 6 V supply range. Designed for cost-sensitive consumer and industrial control applications requiring reliable serial communication.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 28
- Lifecycle
- NOT RECOMMENDED
- Datasheet
- PIC16LC63A-04I/SO Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $4.6100(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 CMOS core running at up to 4 MHz for deterministic low-speed control
- 2 V to 6 V supply range enabling use with diverse power sources including 3-cell alkaline batteries
- Integrated USART, SPI, and I2C for multi-protocol serial communication without external chips
- 28 I/O pins in a 28-pin SOIC package for compact PCB layouts with ample connectivity
- 192 B RAM and 4 KB program Flash supporting modest embedded control firmware
Applications
The PIC16LC63A-04I/SO is suitable for cost-effective consumer appliances, remote controls, and simple industrial control panels that require USART or I2C communication at modest 4 MHz processing speed. Its 2 V to 6 V supply tolerance accommodates direct operation from 2-cell to 4-cell alkaline or NiMH battery packs without a voltage regulator. The device also fits legacy-compatible designs in HVAC controllers, smart card readers, and keypad interfaces where the well-established PIC16 instruction set simplifies migration from older production firmware.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOIC-28 |
| Factory Lead Time | 5Weeks |
| Date Of Intro | 1990-01-01 |
| YTEOL | 3 |
| 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-G28 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Number of External Interrupts | 1 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 22 |
| Number of Serial I/Os | 1 |
| Number of Timers | 7 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 14 |
| PWM Channels | YES |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP28,.4 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 192 |
| ROM (words) | 4096 |
| ROM Programmability | OTPROM |
| Speed | 4MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 3.8mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 3V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 3V |
| 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 |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.15 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum clock frequency of the PIC16LC63A-04I/SO, and how does it affect real-time control responsiveness?
The PIC16LC63A-04I/SO runs at a maximum clock frequency of 4 MHz, executing instructions at 1 MIPS since the PIC16 architecture uses a 4-clock instruction cycle. This throughput is sufficient for deterministic control tasks such as keypad scanning, serial framing at 9600 baud USART communication, and simple state-machine logic, while keeping active current consumption well below 5 mA from a 5 V supply.
Which serial communication interfaces are built into the PIC16LC63A-04I/SO, and what protocols can they support?
The PIC16LC63A-04I/SO integrates a hardware USART for RS-232 or RS-485 communication, an MSSP module that supports both SPI (up to 1 Mbps at 4 MHz) and I2C (100 kHz standard mode), and a Parallel Slave Port for direct 8-bit data bus connections. This combination lets a single 28-pin device act as a USART gateway, an I2C sensor hub, or an SPI peripheral controller without any external serial bridge IC.
For a legacy maintenance project still using PIC16LC63A-04I/SO, what supply voltage flexibility does the LC-grade device offer compared to the standard C-grade?
The LC-grade PIC16LC63A-04I/SO operates from 2 V to 6 V, wider than the standard PIC16C63A's typical 4.0 V to 6.0 V range, making it easier to source from 3-cell NiMH packs at roughly 3.6 V or from 2-AA alkaline stacks at 2.4 V to 3 V near end of discharge. This broader tolerance allows the same firmware to run in battery-primary designs without adding a boost regulator, reducing BOM cost by one to two components.
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