PIC16LF874A-I/PT Microchip Integrated Circuit (Quad Flat Packages) In Stock
The PIC16LF874A is an 8-bit low-voltage CMOS microcontroller from Microchip's PIC16 family with 7.2 KB Flash, 128 bytes EEPROM, and 192 bytes RAM. It operates from 2V to 5.5V at up to 20 MHz and ships in a surface-mount 44-pin TQFP package with a 10-bit ADC and multiple serial interfaces.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Quad Flat Packages
- Pin Count
- 44
- Lifecycle
- NOT RECOMMENDED
- Datasheet
- PIC16LF874A-I/PT Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $6.4300(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 PIC16LF874A-I/PT?
- Low-voltage 2V to 5.5V operation enables direct 3.3V CMOS and 2xAA battery-powered designs
- 7.2 KB self-programmable Flash with 128-byte on-chip EEPROM for non-volatile parameter storage
- 10-bit ADC with 8 input channels for precision analog measurement without external converters
- Hardware USART, SPI, and I2C (MSSP) interfaces for comprehensive sensor and peripheral connectivity
- 44-pin TQFP SMD package providing 33 I/O lines in a compact 10 mm x 10 mm footprint
What is PIC16LF874A-I/PT used for?
The PIC16LF874A-I/PT is widely used in battery-operated industrial sensors, data loggers, and home automation controllers where its 2V minimum supply and 20 MHz maximum clock provide a flexible power-performance tradeoff. The combination of 10-bit ADC, EEPROM, and serial communication peripherals suits temperature transmitters, pressure sensors, and smart metering devices that require autonomous data acquisition and RS-485 reporting. The 44-pin TQFP package is common in mid-complexity PCB designs where SMD assembly is available and higher I/O count than DIP alternatives is needed.
What are the specifications of PIC16LF874A-I/PT?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | TQFP-44 |
| Factory Lead Time | 6Weeks |
| Date Of Intro | 1998-12-01 |
| YTEOL | 3 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Additional Feature | OPERATES AT 2 V MINIMUM SUPPLY |
| Bit Size | 8 |
| Boundary Scan | NO |
| CPU Family | PIC16 |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 10MHz |
| DAC Channels | NO |
| DMA Channels | NO |
| Format | FIXED POINT |
| Integrated Cache | NO |
| JESD-30 Code | S-PQFP-G44 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of External Interrupts | 1 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 33 |
| 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 | TQFP44,.47SQ,32 |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | FLATPACK, THIN PROFILE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 192 |
| RAM (words) | 192 |
| ROM (words) | 4096 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Speed | 10MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 2mA |
| 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 | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.8mm |
| Terminal Position | QUAD |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | MICROCONTROLLER, RISC |
| Package | Quad Flat 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 | Philippines, Thailand |
Where can I find the PIC16LF874A-I/PT datasheet?
PIC16LF874A-I/PT Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for PIC16LF874A-I/PT?
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16LF874A-I/PT:
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 10MHz, CMOS, PQFP44
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the PIC16LF874A-I/PT run from a 3.3V supply, and what clock frequency does it support at that voltage?
Yes, the PIC16LF874A is rated for operation from 2V to 5.5V, so a 3.3V supply is within spec. At 3.3V the device runs at its full 20 MHz maximum clock frequency, delivering up to 5 MIPS of instruction throughput for real-time control tasks.
What analog signal-chain capability does the PIC16LF874A provide for sensor measurement applications?
The PIC16LF874A integrates a 10-bit successive-approximation ADC with 8 multiplexed input channels, covering standard voltage measurements from 0V to VDD. This 10-bit resolution (1 in 1024 codes) suits 4–20 mA industrial sensor inputs, NTC thermistor bridges, and resistive gas sensors without external ADC devices.
How does the 128-byte on-chip EEPROM of the PIC16LF874A benefit embedded applications requiring non-volatile storage?
The 128-byte EEPROM on the PIC16LF874A retains calibration coefficients, configuration flags, and event counters across power cycles without external serial EEPROM ICs. A typical 8-byte floating-point calibration record leaves 120 bytes free for additional parameters, reducing BOM cost and PCB area in sensor transmitter designs.
For a surface-mount industrial sensor PCB, what does the PIC16LF874A-I/PT 44-pin TQFP package offer compared to a DIP variant?
The 44-pin TQFP measures 10 mm x 10 mm with 0.8 mm pin pitch, occupying roughly 4x less PCB area than an equivalent 40-pin DIP package. It provides 33 I/O lines versus 22 on a 28-pin DIP, enabling additional sensor channels, status LEDs, and communication interfaces within the same chip.
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