Microchip Technology

PIC16F720-I/P  

Microcontrollers

The Microchip Technology PIC16F720-I/P is a microcontroller unit (MCU) that belongs to the PIC16F series. It is a mid-range, 8-bit, flash-based microcontroller with enhanced features and improved performance. The PIC16F720-I/P is specifically designed for a wide range of applications, including industrial and consumer electronics.

Description:

The PIC16F720-I/P is a 28-pin microcontroller with a rich set of on-chip features and peripherals. It is based on the enhanced mid-range core (ENCORE) architecture, which provides high code efficiency and fast execution speed. The device features 8 KB of flash program memory, 368 bytes of RAM, and 256 bytes of EEPROM memory.

Features:

1. Enhanced mid-range core (ENCORE) for high code efficiency and fast execution speed.
2. 8 KB of flash program memory, 368 bytes of RAM, and 256 bytes of EEPROM memory.
3. 28-pin package (I/P - In-Package).
4. Three 16-bit timer/counters with capture/compare/PWM options.
5. USART for serial communication.
6. 13 single I/O lines, including five that can be configured as analog inputs.
7. On-chip debugging and programming support with ICD (In-Circuit Debugging) and ICSP (In-Circuit Serial Programming).
8. Low-power sleep modes to conserve energy.
9. Internal oscillator with PLL (Phase-Locked Loop) for improved clock accuracy.
10. Enhanced CCP (Extended Comparator with PWM) module for PWM generation and motor control applications.

Applications:

The PIC16F720-I/P is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its versatile features and capabilities. Some common applications include:

1. Industrial control systems and automation.
2. Consumer electronics, such as appliances and home automation.
3. Motor control and drive systems.
4. Battery-powered devices, thanks to its low-power sleep modes.
5. Data acquisition and signal processing systems.
6. Telecommunication equipment, such as modems and routers.
7. Automotive control systems, including engine management and body control modules.
8. Security systems, like access control and surveillance systems.
9. Medical equipment, such as monitoring devices and portable diagnostic tools.
10. Lighting control systems, including LED dimming and RGB color mixing.

The PIC16F720-I/P is a versatile and powerful microcontroller that can be used in various applications, thanks to its rich set of features and peripherals. Its enhanced performance and low-power capabilities make it an ideal choice for a wide range of embedded systems.

PIC16F720-I/P Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for PIC16F720-I/P

Errata :

PIC16(L)F720/721 Silicon Errata      

PCN Assembly/Origin :

Mult Dev 13/Apr/2020      

Datasheets :

PIC16F720, 721 Brief       PIC16(L)F720/721 Prog Spec       Next Generation Peripherals Brochure       PIC16(L)F720/721 Datasheet      

PCN Packaging :

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

Design Resources :

PIC16F720 Development Tool Selector      

HTML Datasheet :

PIC16F720, 721 Brief       PIC16(L)F720/721 Prog Spec       PIC16(L)F720/721 Datasheet      

PCN Design/Specification :

Copper Bond Wire 07/Apr/2015       PIC16(L)F720/721 Datasheet Rev 2/Dec/2015      

Environmental Information :

Microchip CA Prop65       Microchip RoHS       Microchip REACH