MICROCHIP PIC16F73 8-bit Flash Microcontroller, SOIC28

The MICROCHIP PIC16F73-I/SO is a powerful mid-range 8-bit CMOS flash microcontroller, combining high performance with ease of programming. It is based on the renowned PIC® (RISC) architecture, executing instructions in just 200 nanoseconds. With only 35 single-word instructions to learn, it offers a straightforward development path for embedded designs.

This device provides 7kB of addressable program memory and 192 bytes of data memory (RAM), supported by 22 versatile general-purpose I/O pins. Its integrated 5-channel, 8-bit analog-to-digital (A/D) converter makes it ideal for sensing and measurement applications. The microcontroller operates at a maximum frequency of 20MHz across a wide voltage range of 2.0V to 5.5V, offering excellent power flexibility.

Key Features

• High-Performance Core: 200ns instruction execution for responsive control.
• Ease of Use: Simple 35-instruction set and In-Circuit Serial Programming™ (ICSP™).
• Robust Memory: 7KB flash program memory and 192 bytes RAM.
• Rich I/O & Peripherals: 22 I/O pins, two 8-bit timers, one 16-bit timer, and hardware interrupt handling.
• Integrated Analog: 5-channel, 8-bit A/D converter.
• Reliability Features: Includes power-on reset (POR), brown-out reset (BOR), and a watchdog timer (WDT).
• Communication: Supports I2C, SPI, and USART interfaces for connectivity.

Applications

This versatile microcontroller is designed for demanding environments, making it suitable for a broad spectrum of applications including industrial control systems, automotive electronics, consumer appliances, motor drive control, smart lighting solutions, medical devices, and security systems. Its surface-mount SOIC package ensures a compact footprint for space-constrained PCB designs.