PIC16LC621T-04E/SS

Microcontrollers Overview

The PIC16LC621T-04E/SS is an EPROM-based 8-bit microcontroller from the PIC16C62X family, manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features a high-performance RISC CPU with 35 instructions and operates at a maximum clock frequency of 4 MHz. The device includes 1K x 14 words of EPROM program memory and 96 bytes of data RAM. It provides 13 I/O pins, two analog comparators, and a programmable voltage reference module. Operating within a supply voltage range of 2.7V to 5.5V, it supports commercial, industrial, and extended temperature ranges.

Microcontrollers Feature Summary

• Features a high-performance 8-bit RISC architecture with single-cycle instruction execution for efficient processing.
• Includes two analog comparators with a programmable on-chip voltage reference module for low-cost analog interfaces.
• Supports serial in-circuit programming via two pins for flexible development and production.
• Integrates special microcontroller features such as Power-on Reset, Brown-out Reset, and a Watchdog Timer.

Microcontrollers Applications

• Battery chargers
• Threshold detectors
• White goods controllers

Microcontrollers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix 'T' indicates tape and reel packaging and 'E' denotes extended temperature range when sourcing. Confirm the '04' speed grade corresponds to the 4 MHz maximum operating frequency required for your design. Ensure compatibility with existing EPROM programming equipment if utilizing the UV-erasable nature of this component variant.

Microcontrollers Selection Notes

Select this part for applications requiring EPROM flexibility during development or small-volume production. Compare against PIC16C620A for smaller memory needs or PIC16C622A for larger capacity. Verify that the 2.7V minimum supply voltage meets system requirements, as lower voltages require LC variants.

Microcontrollers Part Context

This component belongs to the PIC16C62X series, which serves as an enhanced version of the PIC16C5X architecture. It bridges the gap for users migrating from older families without needing complex mid-range peripherals. The series offers code compression and speed improvements over standard 8-bit microcontrollers in its class.

Microcontrollers Replacement Considerations

PIC16C621A-04E/SS