PIC16C63A-04E/SS

Product Overview

Category

The PIC16C63A-04E/SS belongs to the category of microcontrollers.

Use

This microcontroller is commonly used in various electronic applications that require embedded control and processing capabilities.

Characteristics

• Low power consumption
• High-performance RISC CPU
• Wide operating voltage range
• On-chip program memory
• Multiple I/O ports
• Timers and counters
• Analog-to-digital converter (ADC)
• Serial communication interface

Package

The PIC16C63A-04E/SS is available in a SSOP package, which stands for Shrink Small Outline Package. This package offers a compact size and surface-mount capability, making it suitable for space-constrained applications.

Essence

The essence of the PIC16C63A-04E/SS lies in its ability to provide efficient control and processing capabilities within a small form factor.

Packaging/Quantity

The PIC16C63A-04E/SS is typically packaged in reels or tubes, with a quantity of 250 units per reel/tube.

Specifications

• Operating Voltage: 2.5V to 5.5V
• Maximum Clock Frequency: 20 MHz
• Program Memory Size: 7.5 KB
• RAM Size: 192 bytes
• I/O Pins: 22
• ADC Resolution: 8 bits
• Communication Interfaces: USART, SPI, I2C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The PIC16C63A-04E/SS 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. MCLR/VPP - Master Clear input or programming voltage supply
8. OSC1/CLKIN - Oscillator input
9. OSC2/CLKOUT - Oscillator output
10. RC0 - General-purpose I/O pin
11. RC1 - General-purpose I/O pin
12. RC2 - General-purpose I/O pin
13. RC3 - General-purpose I/O pin
14. RC4 - General-purpose I/O pin
15. RC5 - General-purpose I/O pin
16. VSS - Ground
17. RB0/INT - General-purpose I/O pin or 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. RB8 - General-purpose I/O pin
26. RB9 - General-purpose I/O pin
27. RB10 - General-purpose I/O pin
28. RB11 - General-purpose I/O pin

Functional Features

The PIC16C63A-04E/SS offers several functional features that enhance its usability and performance:

1. High-performance RISC CPU: The microcontroller is equipped with a powerful RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computer) CPU, allowing for efficient execution of instructions.
2. On-chip program memory: It has a built-in program memory that can store up to 7.5 KB of code, enabling the execution of complex algorithms.
3. Multiple I/O ports: The microcontroller provides a sufficient number of I/O pins for interfacing with external devices and sensors.
4. Timers and counters: It includes timers and counters that can be used for various timing and counting applications.
5. Analog-to-digital converter (ADC): The integrated ADC allows the microcontroller to convert analog signals into digital values, enabling precise measurements and sensor interfacing.
6. Serial communication interface: The microcontroller supports various serial communication protocols such as USART, SPI, and I2C, facilitating data exchange with other devices.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Low power consumption makes it suitable for battery-powered applications.
• Compact size and surface-mount capability enable integration into space-constrained designs.
• Wide operating voltage range provides flexibility in different power supply scenarios.
• High-performance RISC CPU ensures efficient execution of instructions.
• On-chip program memory eliminates the need for external storage devices.

Disadvantages

• Limited program memory size may restrict the complexity of applications.
• 8-bit ADC resolution may not be sufficient for high-precision analog measurements.
• Lack of advanced peripherals compared to more modern microcontrollers.

Working Principles

The PIC