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PIC16F874A-I/L  

Microcontrollers

Microchip Technology's PIC16F874A-I/L is a microcontroller unit (MCU) that is part of the PIC16F series. Here is a brief description of the model, its features, and potential applications:

Description:

The PIC16F874A-I/L is a mid-range, 8-bit CMOS microcontroller with enhanced EEPROM memory. It is designed for a wide range of applications, offering a balance between performance, power consumption, and cost-effectiveness.

Features:

1. 8-bit Architecture: It features an 8-bit data bus and 14-bit program counter, suitable for a variety of embedded control applications.
2. Enhanced EEPROM Memory: It includes EEPROM memory for non-volatile data storage, which retains data even when the power is off.
3. Flash Memory: The device comes with Flash program memory that allows for in-system reprogramming.
4. I/O Ports: It has multiple I/O ports that can be configured for various functions.
5. Timers and Counters: It includes built-in timers and counters that can be used for time-based operations and event counting.
6. A/D Converter: It features an analog-to-digital converter for interfacing with analog signals.
7. Serial Communications: It supports serial communication protocols like SPI, I2C, and USART for data transfer.
8. Low-Power Modes: The device offers several low-power sleep modes to conserve energy during periods of inactivity.
9. Watchdog Timer: It includes a watchdog timer for system reset in case of software failure.
10. Interrupts: It supports multiple interrupt sources to handle events quickly and efficiently.

Applications:

1. Industrial Control: Used in control systems for machinery and equipment due to its robustness and reliable I/O capabilities.
2. Automotive Systems: Suitable for simple automotive applications like window control, lighting, and HVAC systems.
3. Appliances: Can be used in home appliances like washing machines, refrigerators, and microwaves for control and monitoring.
4. Telecommunications: Ideal for modems and other communication devices that require serial communication capabilities.
5. Medical Equipment: Employed in simple medical devices for monitoring and control functions.
6. Consumer Electronics: Used in toys, remote controls, and other consumer electronics for embedded control.
7. Data Acquisition Systems: The A/D converter makes it suitable for simple data acquisition and signal processing tasks.

The PIC16F874A-I/L is a versatile microcontroller that can be adapted to a wide range of applications where a balance between performance, memory, and cost is required. Its enhanced EEPROM and Flash memory make it particularly useful for applications that require non-volatile data storage and in-system reprogramming capabilities.

PIC16F874A-I/L Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for PIC16F874A-I/L

Errata :

PIC16F87xA Revision B2 Errata      

PCN Assembly/Origin :

Lead Frame 22/Dec/2021      

Datasheets :

PIC16F87xA Programming Spec       MPLAB® ICE2000 Spec       PIC16F87xA Datasheet      

PCN Packaging :

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

Manuals :

PICmicro™ Reference Manual      

Design Resources :

PIC16F874 Development Tool Selector      

Other Related Documents :

Tips N Tricks Guide      

HTML Datasheet :

Tips N Tricks Guide       MPLAB® ICE2000 Spec       PIC16F87xA Datasheet      

Environmental Information :

Microchip CA Prop65       Microchip RoHS       Microchip REACH