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PIC12F629-I/P  

Microcontrollers

Microchip Technology's PIC12F629-I/P is a low-cost, 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) that belongs to the PIC12F series. It is designed for a wide range of applications, including simple control and monitoring tasks in industrial, consumer, and automotive markets. Here's a detailed description of the PIC12F629-I/P, its features, and potential applications:

Description:

The PIC12F629-I/P is a flash-based, 8-bit microcontroller with an enhanced mid-range core. It features a rich set of on-chip peripherals, including a Universal Synchronous/Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter (USART) for serial communication, an 8-bit Timer0, and an 8-bit Real-Time Clock (RTC). The device is available in an 8-pin PDIP (Plastic Dual In-line Package) package.

Features:

1. Core: Enhanced mid-range core with increased code execution speed and improved performance.
2. Memory: 1,024 bytes of EEPROM, 768 bytes of RAM, and 1,024 bytes of flash program memory.
3. I/O: 6 digital I/O lines, including 2 that can be used as analog inputs.
4. Timers: An 8-bit Timer0 with 8-bit period register and 8-bit prescaler.
5. Communication: A USART for full-duplex serial communication with auto-baud and IrDA capability.
6. Clock: An 8-bit Real-Time Clock (RTC) with clock output and calendar functions.
7. Power: Active (operational), power-down, and power-save modes for energy efficiency.
8. Security: In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP) and a programmable code protection feature.
9. Package: Available in an 8-pin PDIP package.

Applications:

1. Industrial Control: Simple machine control, monitoring, and automation tasks in industrial environments.
2. Consumer Electronics: Appliance control, battery management, and user interface management in consumer devices.
3. Automotive: Control and monitoring of various automotive systems, such as HVAC, lighting, and infotainment systems.
4. Telecommunications: Networking and communication in telecommunications equipment, such as modems and routers.
5. Sensors and Actuators: Data acquisition, signal processing, and control in sensor and actuator applications.
6. Medical Devices: Control and monitoring in simple medical devices, such as blood pressure monitors and infusion pumps.
7. Security Systems: Access control, intrusion detection, and alarm systems.

The PIC12F629-I/P is an affordable and versatile microcontroller suitable for a wide range of applications where low power consumption, compact form factor, and a simple yet powerful feature set are required.

PIC12F629-I/P Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for PIC12F629-I/P

Errata :

PIC12F629, 675 Revision A Errata      

PCN Assembly/Origin :

Qualification Copper Bond Wire 17/Jun/2014      

Datasheets :

PIC12F629,675, PIC16F630,676 Programming       PIC12F629, 675       MPLAB® ICE2000 Spec      

PCN Packaging :

Packing Changes 10/Oct/2016       Label and Packing Changes 23/Sep/2015      

Design Resources :

PIC12F629 Development Tool Selector      

Other Related Documents :

Tips N Tricks Guide      

HTML Datasheet :

PIC12F629,675, PIC16F630,676 Programming       Tips N Tricks Guide       MPLAB® ICE2000 Spec      

Environmental Information :

Microchip CA Prop65       Microchip RoHS       Microchip REACH