Microchip Technology, Inc. Embedded - Embedded - Microcontrollers - PIC16F873A-I/SO PIC16F873A-I/SO

The PIC16F873A-I/SO is an 8-bit microcontroller featuring 7.2 KB of Flash program memory and 368 bytes of RAM. It supports up to 8 channels of 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Conversion (ADC) and includes two analog comparators with a programmable voltage reference. The device operates within a voltage range of 2.0V to 5.5V and is designed for low power consumption, making it suitable for battery-operated applications. This microcontroller is equipped with a variety of peripherals, including multiple timers (8-bit and 16-bit), a Universal Synchronous Asynchronous Receiver Transmitter (USART), and a Synchronous Serial Port (SSP) supporting both SPI and I2C protocols. It also features In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP) and In-Circuit Debug (ICD) capabilities for ease of development and debugging. The PIC16F873A-I/SO is built using CMOS technology, ensuring a fully static design and high-speed performance with a maximum instruction cycle time of 200 ns at a 20 MHz clock frequency. It is available in a 28-pin SOIC package, making it compatible with various applications requiring compact form factors. The device is suitable for both commercial and industrial temperature ranges, providing versatility for different project requirements.