CY8C26233-24PI

Overview

The CY8C26233-24PI is an 8-bit Programmable System-on-Chip (PSoC) microcontroller from the PSoC1 family, manufactured by Infineon Technologies. It features an M8C processor core operating at a maximum frequency of 24 MHz. The device includes 8 KB of Flash program memory and 256 bytes of SRAM data storage. Connectivity options include SPI and UART/USART interfaces. Power supply ranges from 3 V to 5.25 V, with operation down to 1.0 V using the on-chip switch mode voltage pump. It supports up to 16 I/O pins in a 20-DIP package.

Feature Summary

• Configurable mixed-signal array with user-programmable analog and digital peripheral blocks
• Integrated M8C Harvard architecture processor with fast multiply/accumulate capabilities
• Flexible on-chip memory with Flash program storage and EEPROM emulation support
• Precision programmable clocking with internal oscillator and external crystal options

Applications

• Consumer electronics systems requiring mixed-signal processing
• Industrial equipment control and monitoring
• Communications interface modules
• Computation devices with low pin-count requirements

Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized distributors or official manufacturer channels. Confirm datasheet revision matches silicon specifications. Check for RoHS compliance status as indicated in product documentation. Ensure ordering suffix corresponds to required package type. Validate end-of-life status before integration into new designs.

Selection Notes

Select this component when design requires configurable analog peripherals combined with digital logic in a single chip. Suitable for applications needing flexible I/O configurations and mixed-signal functionality. Consider power consumption characteristics and operating temperature range. Evaluate memory requirements against available Flash and SRAM capacities.

Part Context

Part of the PSoC1 family designed to replace multiple MCU-based system components. Combines programmable analog and digital blocks with an embedded controller. Targets markets including consumer, computation, communications, automotive, and industrial equipment. Provides design flexibility through graphical configuration tools.

Replacement Considerations

Officially recommended replacement is the CY8C27xxx series. Verify pin compatibility and functional equivalence before substitution. Review updated feature sets and performance improvements in newer generations.