PIC16F690
The PIC16F690 is a low-power 8-bit microcontroller from Microchip’s PIC16 family, designed for a range of applications requiring moderate processing power and peripheral integration. It offers an array of features including EEPROM memory, a variety of timers, and multiple I/O options, making it ideal for embedded control applications.
Key Features:
- 14-bit instruction set architecture
- 7-bit wide instruction set
- 384 bytes of RAM
- 128 bytes EEPROM
- 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC)
- Two Timer modules (Timer0 and Timer1)
- Watchdog Timer (WDT)
- Capture/Compare/PWM (CCP) module
- Low-power operation with multiple sleep modes
- Programmable code protection
- Operating Voltage: 2.0V to 5.5V
- Operating Frequency: Up to 20MHz
- Program Memory Size: 7KB (Flash)
- Data Memory Size: 384 bytes SRAM
- EEPROM Size: 128 bytes
- Number of I/O Pins: 18
- Timers: 8-bit Timer0, 16-bit Timer1
- ADC Resolution: 10-bit
- Package Type: 14-pin PDIP, 14-pin SOIC, 14-pin SSOP
- Consumer electronics
- Automotive control systems
- Industrial automation
- Home appliances
- Data acquisition systems
- Communication devices
- Power the microcontroller within the recommended voltage range.
- Program the PIC16F690 using its Flash program memory to suit application needs.
- Utilize the ADC for analog signal processing and Timer modules for precise timing tasks.
- Interface with peripherals and manage power consumption using available sleep modes.
- Verify power supply connections to prevent damage.
- Ensure proper handling to avoid electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage.
- Adhere to maximum current ratings for I/O pins to prevent overloading.