PIC16F72
The PIC16F72 is an 8-bit microcontroller from Microchip's PIC family, featuring a 14-bit instruction set architecture and a range of peripherals designed for embedded applications. It includes a 13-bit program counter, a variety of I/O ports, timers, and an integrated analog-to-digital converter (ADC), making it suitable for applications requiring basic processing and control functions.
Key Features:
- 14-bit instruction set architecture
- 4KB Flash program memory
- 192 bytes SRAM data memory
- 128 bytes Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM)
- 16-bit Timer0 and 8-bit Timer1
- 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC)
- 13 I/O pins with interrupt-on-change capability
- Enhanced PWM module
- Watchdog Timer (WDT) and Power-on Reset (POR)
- Low-power sleep mode
- Operating Voltage: 2.0V to 5.5V
- Operating Frequency: Up to 20MHz
- Program Memory Size: 4KB (Flash)
- Data Memory Size: 192 bytes SRAM
- EEPROM Size: 128 bytes
- Number of I/O Pins: 13
- Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): 10-bit, up to 8 channels
- Timers: 16-bit Timer0, 8-bit Timer1
- Package Type: 18-pin DIP, SOIC, SSOP
- Embedded systems
- Home automation
- Industrial control
- Consumer electronics
- Automotive applications
- Data acquisition systems
- Connect the microcontroller to a power supply within the operating voltage range.
- Program the microcontroller using the Flash program memory for storing application code.
- Utilize the I/O pins for interfacing with external devices and sensors.
- Configure the ADC and timers for data acquisition and timing functions as needed.
- Implement necessary peripheral configurations in the software.
- Ensure proper voltage levels are maintained to prevent damage.
- Avoid exceeding the maximum current ratings for I/O pins.
- Handle the device carefully to prevent static discharge damage.