PIC16LF72-I/SP

Product Overview

Category

The PIC16LF72-I/SP belongs to the category of microcontrollers.

Use

This microcontroller is widely used in various electronic devices and systems for controlling and processing data.

Characteristics

• Low power consumption
• High performance
• Small form factor
• Wide operating voltage range
• Enhanced peripheral integration

Package

The PIC16LF72-I/SP is available in a 28-pin plastic dual inline package (DIP).

Essence

The essence of the PIC16LF72-I/SP lies in its ability to provide efficient control and processing capabilities in a compact package, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.

Packaging/Quantity

The PIC16LF72-I/SP is typically packaged in reels or tubes, with a quantity of 25 units per tube.

Specifications

• Architecture: 8-bit
• CPU Speed: 20 MHz
• Program Memory Size: 3.5 KB
• RAM Size: 128 bytes
• Number of I/O Pins: 22
• ADC Channels: 5
• Timers: 2
• Communication Interfaces: USART, SPI, I2C
• Operating Voltage Range: 2.0V to 5.5V
• Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The PIC16LF72-I/SP has a total of 28 pins, each serving a specific purpose. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. VDD - Power supply voltage
2. RA0 - General-purpose I/O pin
3. RA1 - General-purpose I/O pin
4. RA2 - General-purpose I/O pin
5. RA3 - General-purpose I/O pin
6. RA4 - General-purpose I/O pin
7. RA5 - General-purpose I/O pin
8. VSS - Ground
9. OSC1/CLKIN - Oscillator input
10. OSC2/CLKOUT - Oscillator output
11. RC0 - General-purpose I/O pin
12. RC1 - General-purpose I/O pin
13. RC2 - General-purpose I/O pin
14. RC3 - General-purpose I/O pin
15. RC4 - General-purpose I/O pin
16. RC5 - General-purpose I/O pin
17. RB0/INT - General-purpose I/O pin / External interrupt input
18. RB1 - General-purpose I/O pin
19. RB2 - General-purpose I/O pin
20. RB3 - General-purpose I/O pin
21. RB4 - General-purpose I/O pin
22. RB5 - General-purpose I/O pin
23. RB6 - General-purpose I/O pin
24. RB7 - General-purpose I/O pin
25. VPP/MCLR - Programming voltage / Master clear input
26. RD0 - General-purpose I/O pin
27. RD1 - General-purpose I/O pin
28. RD2 - General-purpose I/O pin

Functional Features

The PIC16LF72-I/SP offers the following functional features:

• Enhanced core with 35 instructions
• Flash program memory for easy reprogramming
• EEPROM data memory for non-volatile storage
• Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) for analog signal processing
• Timers and counters for precise timing operations
• Communication interfaces for data exchange with other devices
• Interrupt capability for handling real-time events
• Low-power modes for energy-efficient operation

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Low power consumption extends battery life in portable applications.
• High-performance architecture enables fast and efficient processing.
• Small form factor allows for compact designs.
• Wide operating voltage range provides flexibility in various power supply scenarios.
• Enhanced peripheral integration simplifies system design and reduces component count.

Disadvantages

• Limited program memory size may restrict the complexity of applications.
• Limited RAM size may impose constraints on data storage and manipulation.
• Lack of advanced features found in higher-end microcontrollers.

Working Principles

The PIC16LF72-I/SP operates based on an 8-bit architecture. It executes instructions stored in its program memory to perform various tasks. The microcontroller interacts with external devices through its I/O pins and communication interfaces. It can process analog signals using its built-in ADC and generate precise timing using timers and counters. The microcontroller can be programmed using a suitable development environment and connected to other components to create a complete electronic system.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The PIC16LF72-I/SP finds applications in various fields, including but not limited to:

1. Home automation systems
2. Industrial control systems
3. Automotive electronics
4. Medical devices
5. Consumer electronics
6. Internet of Things (IoT) devices
7. Robotics
8. Security systems 9