PIC16F87-I/SS
Product Overview
Category
The PIC16F87-I/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
- Flash program memory
- EEPROM data memory
- I/O ports with programmable pull-up resistors
- Timers and counters
- Analog-to-digital converter (ADC)
- Serial communication interfaces
Package
The PIC16F87-I/SS is available in a SSOP package, which stands for Shrink Small Outline Package. This package offers a compact size and allows for easy integration into electronic circuits.
Essence
The essence of the PIC16F87-I/SS lies in its ability to provide efficient and reliable control and processing capabilities in a small form factor.
Packaging/Quantity
The PIC16F87-I/SS is typically packaged in reels or tubes, depending on the manufacturer's specifications. The quantity per package varies but is usually in the range of 100 to 1000 units.
Specifications
- Microcontroller Family: PIC16F
- Operating Voltage Range: 2.0V to 5.5V
- Flash Program Memory: 8KB
- RAM Data Memory: 368 bytes
- Number of I/O Pins: 33
- ADC Resolution: 10-bit
- Maximum Clock Frequency: 20 MHz
- Communication Interfaces: USART, SPI, I2C
Detailed Pin Configuration
The PIC16F87-I/SS has a total of 33 pins, each serving a specific purpose. Here is a detailed pin configuration:
- VDD - Power supply voltage
- RA0 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RA1 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RA2 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RA3 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RA4/TOCKI - General-purpose I/O pin / Timer0 external clock input
- RA5/MCLR/VPP - Master Clear input / Programming voltage supply
- VSS - Ground
- RB0/INT - General-purpose I/O pin / External interrupt input
- RB1 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RB2 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RB3 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RB4 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RB5 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RB6/PGC - General-purpose I/O pin / Programming and debugging clock
- RB7/PGD - General-purpose I/O pin / Programming and debugging data
- VDD - Power supply voltage
- VSS - Ground
- RC0 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RC1 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RC2 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RC3 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RC4 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RC5 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RC6/TX/CK - General-purpose I/O pin / USART transmit / Clock output
- RC7/RX/DT - General-purpose I/O pin / USART receive / Data input
Functional Features
The PIC16F87-I/SS offers several functional features that enhance its usability in various applications:
- High-performance RISC CPU for efficient execution of instructions
- Flash program memory for storing the application code
- EEPROM data memory for non-volatile storage of critical data
- I/O ports with programmable pull-up resistors for easy interfacing with external devices
- Timers and counters for precise timing and event counting
- Analog-to-digital converter (ADC) for converting analog signals to digital values
- Serial communication interfaces (USART, SPI, I2C) for data exchange with other devices
Advantages and Disadvantages
Advantages
- Low power consumption makes it suitable for battery-powered applications
- Wide operating voltage range allows for flexibility in different power supply scenarios
- Compact package size enables integration into space-constrained designs
- Flash program memory allows for easy reprogramming of the microcontroller
- Rich set of peripherals and communication interfaces enhance its versatility
Disadvantages
- Limited RAM data memory may restrict the complexity of applications
- Lack of advanced features compared to more advanced microcontrollers
- Relatively lower clock frequency compared to some high-performance microcontrollers
Working Principles
The PIC16F87-I/SS operates based on the principles of a RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computer) architecture. It executes instructions stored in its flash program memory to perform various tasks. The microcontroller interacts with external devices through its I/O ports and communication interfaces. It can