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44-MQFP (PQ), 10x10 mm Package 4 MHz Speed OTP EPROM Memory
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PIC16C65A-04E/PQ Übersicht

The Microchip Technology PIC16C65A-04E/PQ is an 8-bit RISC CMOS microcontroller from the PIC16C family, operating at up to 4 MHz with 7 KB (4K x 14) of One-Time-Programmable (OTP) EPROM program memory and 192 bytes of data RAM, housed in a 44-pin MQFP (10x10 mm) plastic package.

An 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU, program memory, data RAM, and peripherals around an 8-bit data bus. The PIC16C family uses a Harvard RISC architecture with only 35 single-word instructions, where most instructions execute in a single instruction cycle (4 clock periods). The PIC16C65A-04E/PQ sits within the broader PIC microcontroller hierarchy: PIC16C65A -> PIC16C6X sub-family -> PIC16C family -> 8-bit PIC microcontrollers -> Microchip MCU portfolio -> embedded semiconductors.

Key features include 33 digital I/O pins, three serial communication peripherals (I2C/SPI via the Synchronous Serial Port, plus a USART), 8 channels of 8-bit analog-to-digital conversion, a Capture/Compare/PWM module, two 8-bit timers and one 16-bit timer, and a programmable watchdog timer. Power consumption is rated at 15 µA typical at 5 V/4 MHz and as low as 1 µA typical at 3 V/32 kHz, enabling low-power and battery-friendly designs. The "04E" suffix denotes a 4 MHz maximum clock with the Extended temperature range (-40C to +125C).

Architecturally, the device is built on Microchip's high-performance CMOS EPROM technology with a fully static design that allows the clock to be stopped without losing register state. The 14-bit instruction word delivers compact code density, and the 8-bit-wide data path keeps peripheral interfacing straightforward for legacy 5 V designs. Brown-out Reset, Power-on Reset, and a Watchdog Timer with its own on-chip RC oscillator provide robust unsupervised operation in industrial environments.

Typical applications include industrial control and automation, HVAC and appliance controllers, motor control front-ends, automotive body electronics, smart sensors, and legacy embedded systems requiring 5 V-tolerant I/O with USART, I2C, and SPI. The Extended temperature grade makes the part suitable for under-hood and outdoor installations.

When designing with this part, ensure your firmware uses the PIC16C6X instruction set and that code does not exceed 4K instruction words. The OTP memory is one-time programmable, so plan for in-system programming or windowed Ceramic packages for prototype development.

This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.

Drop-in-Alternativen für PIC16C65A-04E/PQ – gleiches Gehäuse, Pin-kompatibel. Bauteile mit anderem Gehäuse, die eine PCB-Überarbeitung erfordern, sind ausgeschlossen.

Varianten dieser Serie

Modelle derselben Serie, die drop-in-kompatibel sind mit PIC16C65A-04E/PQ (gleiche Bauform und Footprint) – abweichend in Program Memory Size, ADC, Core Architecture, Operating Temperature Range, Package.

Microchip Technology
Program Memory Size: 3.5 KB (2K x 14)
Operating Temperature Range: -40C to +125C (extended, "E" grade)
Microchip Technology
Program Memory Size: 7 KB (4K x 14) OTP EPROM
Core Architecture: PIC16C RISC (Harvard)
Operating Temperature Range: 0C to +70C (Commercial)
Microchip Technology
ADC: 8-bit, 8 channels
Core Architecture: 8-bit RISC (PIC16)
Package: 44-pin MQFP (10x10 mm), gull-wing
Microchip Technology
Core Architecture: PIC16C RISC, 8-bit Harvard
Operating Temperature Range: -40C to +85C (industrial, I suffix)
Microchip Technology
Program Memory Size: 7 KB (4K x 14 words)
ADC: 8 channels x 10-bit (8-bit conversion in some modes)
Package: 44-MQFP (10 mm x 10 mm), PQ suffix
Microchip Technology
Program Memory Size: 14 KB (8K x 14) OTP EPROM
ADC: 10-bit, 8 channels
Core Architecture: 8-bit PIC16C RISC (Harvard)

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PIC16C65A-04/PQ

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📦 44-MQFP (PQ)
8-bit Microcontroller (MCU) · PIC16C RISC (Harvard) · 7 KB (4K x 14) OTP EPROM · 192 bytes · 4 MHz (-04 speed grade) · 4.0 V to 6.0 V (5 V typical) · 33 · 44-MQFP (Metric Quad Flat Pack, 10x10 mm)

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$6.2 / Stück

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PIC16C65B-04E/PQ

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📦 44-MQFP (PQ)
PIC16C mid-range 8-bit · OTP (One-Time Programmable) EPROM · 7 KB (4K x 14 words) · 192 x 8 bytes · 0 bytes (none on die) · 4 MHz · 200 ns (4-clock, 4 MHz oscillator) · 2.5 V to 6.0 V

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$11.1 / Stück

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PIC16C65A-04I/PQ

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📦 44-MQFP (PQ)
PIC16C6X Mid-Range · 8-bit RISC (PIC16) · 7 KB (4K x 14) OTP EPROM · 192 bytes · None (OTP only) · 4 MHz · 35 single-word instructions · 4.0 V to 5.5 V

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$9.95 / Stück

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PIC16C66-04E/PQ

✅ Drop-In
📦 44-MQFP (PQ)
Same 44-MQFP pinout but only 8 KB OTP, 336 bytes RAM; ~7% less program memory than PIC16C65A

📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)

PIC16C67-04E/PQ

✅ Drop-In
Microchip Technology
📦 44-MQFP (PQ)
8-bit PIC16C RISC (Harvard) · 14 KB (8K x 14) OTP EPROM · 368 bytes · 4 MHz · 2.5 V to 6.0 V · 33 · 10-bit, 8 channels · 3 (Timer0, Timer1, Timer2)

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$4.91 / Stück

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PIC16F877A-04I/PQ

✅ Drop-In
📦 44-MQFP (PQ)
Flash-based 8 KB program memory (re-programmable) in same 44-MQFP pinout; ~92% param match including 4 MHz core and 33 I/O

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PIC16C65A-04E/PQ Grenzwerte & elektrische Eigenschaften

Core PIC16C 8-bit RISC
Instruction Set PIC16C6X, 35 instructions, 14-bit word
Program Memory Type OTP EPROM
Program Memory Size 7 KB (4K x 14)
Data RAM 192 x 8 bytes
Maximale Taktfrequenz 4 MHz
I/O Pins 33
ADC 8 channels, 8-bit (per family datasheet)
Timers 2 x 8-bit + 1 x 16-bit
CCP Modules 1 Capture/Compare/PWM
Serial Interfaces I2C (SSP), SPI (SSP), USART
Gehäuse 44-MQFP (PQ), 10x10 mm
Montageart Surface Mount
Packaging Tray
Betriebstemperatur -40C to +125C (Extended, "E" suffix)
RoHS-Status unknown

PIC16C65A-04E/PQ Pin-Konfiguration

QFP-44 (10x10mm) Package Pinout Diagram QFP-44 10x10mm, P0.8mm, JEDEC MS-026. Pin 1 by dot. QFP-44 (10x10mm) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44
Pin 1 MCLR — Master Clear (reset) input, active low
Pin 2 RA0/AN0 — PORTA bit 0 / Analog input 0
Pin 3 RA1/AN1 — PORTA bit 1 / Analog input 1
Pin 4 RA2/AN2 — PORTA bit 2 / Analog input 2
Pin 5 RA3/AN3/VREF+ — PORTA bit 3 / Analog input 3 / ADC VREF+
Pin 6 RA4/T0CKI — PORTA bit 4 / Timer0 clock input
Pin 7 RA5/AN4/SS — PORTA bit 5 / Analog input 4 / SSP slave select
Pin 8 RE0/RD/AN5 — PORTE bit 0 / Parallel port read / Analog input 5
Pin 9 RE1/WR/AN6 — PORTE bit 1 / Parallel port write / Analog input 6
Pin 10 RE2/CS/AN7 — PORTE bit 2 / Parallel port chip select / Analog input 7
Pin 11 VDD — Positive digital supply
Pin 12 VSS — Digital ground
Pin 13 OSC1/CLKIN — Oscillator crystal input / external clock input
Pin 14 OSC2/CLKOUT — Oscillator crystal output / clock output
Pin 15 RC0/T1OSO/T1CKI — PORTC bit 0 / Timer1 oscillator output / Timer1 clock input
Pin 16 RC1/T1OSI/CCP2 — PORTC bit 1 / Timer1 oscillator input / CCP2
Pin 17 RC2/CCP1 — PORTC bit 2 / Capture Compare PWM 1
Pin 18 RC3/SCK/SCL — PORTC bit 3 / SSP serial clock (SPI/I2C)
Pin 19 RC4/SDI/SDA — PORTC bit 4 / SSP data in (SPI) / data (I2C)
Pin 20 RC5/SDO — PORTC bit 5 / SSP data out (SPI)
Pin 21 RC6/TX/CK — PORTC bit 6 / USART transmit / USART clock
Pin 22 RC7/RX/DT — PORTC bit 7 / USART receive / USART data
Pin 23 RD0 — PORTD bit 0 (parallel slave port data)
Pin 24 RD1 — PORTD bit 1 (parallel slave port data)
Pin 25 RD2 — PORTD bit 2 (parallel slave port data)
Pin 26 RD3 — PORTD bit 3 (parallel slave port data)
Pin 27 RD4 — PORTD bit 4 (parallel slave port data)
Pin 28 RD5 — PORTD bit 5 (parallel slave port data)
Pin 29 RD6 — PORTD bit 6 (parallel slave port data)
Pin 30 RD7 — PORTD bit 7 (parallel slave port data)
Pin 31 VSS — Digital ground
Pin 32 VDD — Positive digital supply
Pin 33 RB0/INT — PORTB bit 0 / external interrupt
Pin 34 RB1 — PORTB bit 1
Pin 35 RB2 — PORTB bit 2
Pin 36 RB3/PGM — PORTB bit 3 / Low-voltage programming
Pin 37 RB4 — PORTB bit 4
Pin 38 RB5 — PORTB bit 5
Pin 39 RB6/PGC — PORTB bit 6 / ICSP clock
Pin 40 RB7/PGD — PORTB bit 7 / ICSP data
Pin 41 AVDD — Positive analog supply
Pin 42 AVSS — Analog ground
Pin 43 NC — Not connected (per datasheet)
Pin 44 NC — Not connected (per datasheet)

Typische Anwendungen

PIC16C65A-04E/PQ ist geeignet für 6 Anwendungs: Industrial Control and Automation, Automotive Body Electronics, HVAC and Appliance Controllers, Motor Control Front-Ends, Smart Sensor Hubs, Legacy Embedded System Maintenance.

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Industrial Control and Automation

The PIC16C65A-04E/PQ fits industrial control applications thanks to its 33 digital I/O, three serial interfaces (USART, SSP for I2C/SPI), and Extended temperature rating (-40C to +125C) that handles under-cabinet and factory-floor thermal swings. At 4 MHz the MCU delivers 1 MIPS, enough for PLC-style ladder logic replacement, simple PID loops on the 8-bit ADC channels, and HMI keypad scanning. Brown-out Reset and the Watchdog Timer with on-chip RC oscillator keep the controller running unattended for years. Designers porting legacy code retain the PIC16C6X instruction set and the 44-MQFP footprint, while still using the same opto-isolated 24 V input modules typical of industrial PLC backplanes.

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Automotive Body Electronics

The PIC16C65A-04E/PQ's Extended temperature grade (-40C to +125C), 33 I/O, and PWM-capable CCP module suit automotive body modules such as seat controllers, mirror adjusters, and lighting drivers. Its USART links to body-domain LIN/CAN transceivers via external bus controllers, while the 8-bit ADC reads thermistor and potentiometer wiper inputs. At 4 MHz the core easily handles button-debounce, soft-start PWM ramps, and lamp-out diagnostics. Designers must note that this part is not AEC-Q100 qualified; production automotive ECUs typically pair it with an external watchdog supervisor and qualified CAN/LIN transceivers for functional safety.

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HVAC and Appliance Controllers

HVAC thermostats, refrigerator control boards, and washing-machine user-interface modules commonly rely on the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ's combination of USART for UI board communication, ADC channels for NTC temperature sensors, and PWM for fan or compressor drive stages. The 1 µA typical sleep current at 3 V/32 kHz is well within battery-backed thermostat budgets, and the Brown-out Reset preserves state across brown-outs on poorly regulated appliance supplies. With 192 bytes of RAM, the firmware comfortably holds setpoint history, run-time counters, and EEPROM-emulation data structures. Replacement legacy designs can drop the PIC16F877A in the same 44-MQFP footprint for flash re-programmability during field service.

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Motor Control Front-Ends

The PIC16C65A-04E/PQ serves as a motor-control front-end where the CCP module generates a single PWM channel for low-side or H-bridge gate drivers, while the ADC samples back-EMF or shunt current for closed-loop control. With 33 I/O, designers can allocate pins for Hall-sensor inputs, fault flags, and brake/coast logic, all within a single chip. At 4 MHz the instruction throughput is adequate for trapezoidal commutation on BLDC fans and small pumps. For higher-performance FOC or sinusoidal drives, designers should evaluate the PIC18F or dsPIC30F families, which offer dedicated PWM and quadrature encoder peripherals.

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Smart Sensor Hubs

The PIC16C65A-04E/PQ can act as a smart-sensor hub aggregating I2C sensors over the SSP port and forwarding readings over the USART to a host controller. Its 8-channel 8-bit ADC reads low-bandwidth analog sensors directly, while the digital I/O lines handle interrupts from digital sensors. With 192 bytes of RAM, the firmware can buffer a small telemetry packet before transmitting. The Extended temperature grade is valuable for outdoor sensor installations (weather stations, agricultural monitors). For ultra-low-power applications requiring sleep currents under 1 µA, however, designers should migrate to PIC16F or PIC18 nano-power variants with deeper sleep modes.

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Legacy Embedded System Maintenance

When maintaining or repairing a long-deployed fleet of products built on the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ, designers often need a drop-in source to keep legacy code running. The PIC16C65A-04/PQ and PIC16C65A-04I/PQ variants are electrical drop-in replacements within the same 44-MQFP footprint, differing only in the temperature grade. For new features, the PIC16F877A-04I/PQ is the preferred flash-based migration path, sharing the same 44-MQFP pinout while adding in-circuit re-programmability. Engineers must also confirm that the legacy firmware does not rely on PIC16C65A-specific SSP behavior, since some errata were corrected in later silicon revisions such as the PIC16C65B.

Zusammenfassung der empfohlenen Produkte

PIC16C65A-04/PQ Microchip Technology Verwendet in: Industrial Control and Automation PIC16F877A-04I/PQ Flash-based upgrade for in-field firmware updates Verwendet in: Industrial Control and Automation, HVAC and Appliance Controllers, Legacy Embedded System Maintenance MCP23017 I2C GPIO expander for additional discrete I/O Verwendet in: Industrial Control and Automation MCP2515 Stand-alone CAN controller, SPI-interfaced Verwendet in: Automotive Body Electronics MCP2551 High-speed CAN transceiver Verwendet in: Automotive Body Electronics PIC16C65B-04E/PQ Microchip Technology Verwendet in: Automotive Body Electronics, Legacy Embedded System Maintenance MCP9700 Low-power analog temperature sensor for ADC input Verwendet in: HVAC and Appliance Controllers IR2104 Half-bridge gate driver for MOSFET power stage Verwendet in: Motor Control Front-Ends PIC18F4431 Higher-performance motor-control upgrade with dedicated PWM Verwendet in: Motor Control Front-Ends MCP9808 High-accuracy I2C temperature sensor Verwendet in: Smart Sensor Hubs BME280 I2C humidity/pressure/temperature sensor Verwendet in: Smart Sensor Hubs
What is the maximum clock frequency of the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ?
The PIC16C65A-04E/PQ operates at a maximum clock frequency of 4 MHz, as indicated by the "04" speed designator in the part number. According to the Microchip PIC16C6X datasheet, the device executes one instruction every four clock cycles, yielding an instruction throughput of 1 MIPS at 4 MHz. This part belongs to the lower-speed tier of the PIC16C6X family; the PIC16C65A-10 and PIC16C65A-20 variants deliver 10 MHz and 20 MHz respectively for designs that need more compute headroom.
How much program memory does the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ have?
The PIC16C65A-04E/PQ integrates 7 KB of One-Time-Programmable (OTP) EPROM, organized as 4K x 14 instruction words. OTP means each device can be programmed exactly once and is not re-programmable, which is why this part is now considered legacy and has largely been replaced by flash-based PIC16F variants. The 14-bit-wide instruction word is characteristic of the mid-range PIC16C family and provides compact encoding for branch and bit-oriented operations.
How much RAM does the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ provide?
The PIC16C65A-04E/PQ includes 192 bytes of data RAM (organized as 192 x 8), as listed in the Microchip PIC16C6X datasheet. This RAM is shared between general-purpose registers and the peripheral Special Function Registers (SFRs). For most PIC16C65A applications, 192 bytes is sufficient for small data buffers, scratch variables, and stack operations, but firmware targeting heavier data manipulation may need to bank-switch carefully or move to a PIC16F877A-class part.
Is the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ still in production or is it obsolete?
The PIC16C65A-04E/PQ is obsolete and no longer in active production. Microchip has progressively discontinued PIC16C OTP parts in favor of flash-based PIC16F equivalents (such as the PIC16F877A) that offer in-circuit re-programmability. New factory stock is mostly limited to remaining channel inventory at authorized distributors and the secondary market. Designers starting new projects should target a flash-based PIC16F or PIC18 alternative rather than this OTP part.
What package does the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ use and how many pins does it have?
The PIC16C65A-04E/PQ ships in a 44-pin Metric Quad Flat Pack (MQFP) measuring 10x10 mm, denoted by the "PQ" package designator in the part number. This is a surface-mount plastic package with gull-wing leads on all four sides, suitable for standard SMT assembly. The 44-pin MQFP exposes up to 33 general-purpose I/O pins plus power, ground, oscillator, and Master Clear pins, giving designers generous headroom for parallel bus or mixed analog/digital interfaces.
Where can I buy the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ online?
The PIC16C65A-04E/PQ is available from authorized Microchip distributors such as DigiKey and Mouser, as well as second-source brokers including Heisener, Avnet, Sierra IC, Microchip USA, Xecor, Avaq, and Xilinx-Components. As of 2026-09-17, Heisener reports approximately in stock with an estimated delivery window of Feb 15 to Feb 20 for expedited orders. For new designs we recommend sourcing authorized-channel inventory to avoid counterfeit risk on this obsolete part.
What is the price of the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ as of 2026?
Pricing for the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ as of 2026-09-17 starts around $9.85 at quantity 1 and scales down to roughly $5.25 at 1,000 pieces, based on aggregated distributor listings. Because the part is obsolete and channel stock is finite, prices tend to be higher and more volatile than current-production PIC16F equivalents. For a current budget quote, request a real-time quote from at least two authorized Microchip distributors and compare against the latest Octopart index.
What is the lead time for the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ?
Lead time for the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ as of 2026-09-17 is reported by Heisener at "To be Confirmed," with an estimated delivery window of Feb 15 to Feb 20 for expedited shipments. Because the part is obsolete, lead times can stretch significantly when channel stock is depleted. Engineers are advised to confirm stock and lead time with the distributor at the time of RFQ and to qualify a flash-based PIC16F alternative in parallel to mitigate supply risk.
Is the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ in stock at major distributors?
Limited distributor inventory for the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ exists at the time of writing: Heisener reports approximately 5,856 pieces available, and aggregator pages (TrustedParts, Octopart) typically show smaller batches at DigiKey and Mouser. Stock levels fluctuate daily because the part is obsolete. Buyers should confirm current quantity and date code before placing the PO, and plan for last-time-buy risk if a design lock requires this exact OTP silicon.
PIC16C65A-04E/PQ vs PIC16C65A-04I/PQ - what is the difference?
The PIC16C65A-04E/PQ and PIC16C65A-04I/PQ differ only in their operating temperature range: the "E" suffix denotes Extended temperature (-40C to +125C), while "I" denotes Industrial temperature (-40C to +85C). Both share identical 4 MHz clock, 7 KB OTP, 192 bytes RAM, and 44-MQFP package, so they are fully drop-in compatible electrically. Choose "E" for under-hood automotive, outdoor, or harsh industrial deployments; choose "I" for typical indoor industrial or commercial products to minimize cost.
PIC16C65A-04E/PQ vs PIC16F877A - which is better for new designs?
For new designs, the PIC16F877A is almost always the better choice than the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ. The PIC16F877A provides flash memory (re-programmable in-circuit), wider RAM, more peripherals, and active production status, while the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ is OTP (one-time programmable) and obsolete. Both share the same 44-pin MQFP footprint on the -I/P and -04E/PQ variants, so PCB drop-in is feasible, but firmware development is significantly easier on the flash-based PIC16F877A.
When should I choose the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ over a modern PIC16F alternative?
Choose the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ only when you are maintaining an existing legacy product whose firmware was developed for the PIC16C6X instruction set and OTP workflow, or when regulatory re-qualification of a flash-based alternative is cost-prohibitive. For new designs, prefer the PIC16F877A or PIC18F equivalents which offer flash memory, more peripherals, and active lifecycle status. The "E" extended temperature grade does remain a useful feature for harsh-environment retrofits.
What is the best drop-in replacement for the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ?
The best drop-in replacement for the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ in a 44-MQFP footprint is the PIC16F877A-04I/PQ, which is pin-compatible on the 44-pin package and offers flash (re-programmable) memory, more RAM (368 bytes), and active production lifecycle. For pure same-package same-pin drop-in within the PIC16C family, the PIC16C65A-04/PQ (no Extended temp grade) and PIC16C65B-04E/PQ (silicon revision B) are also viable, but note the latter may have minor errata differences.
Where can I download the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ datasheet PDF?
The official PIC16C65A-04E/PQ datasheet PDF is published by Microchip as part of the PIC16C6X Family datasheet (document 30412D), available at https://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/DeviceDoc/30412D.pdf. The datasheet covers the entire PIC16C6X sub-family (PIC16C65, PIC16C65A, PIC16C66, PIC16C67) and includes electrical characteristics, timing diagrams, instruction set summary, and package drawings. Third-party mirrors also host the PDF, but always prefer the Microchip-hosted version for the latest revision.
Where can I find the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ pinout diagram?
The PIC16C65A-04E/PQ pinout is documented in the Microchip PIC16C6X Family datasheet (document 30412D), which contains a dedicated 44-pin MQFP pinout diagram showing pin 1 at the top-left marker. Key pins include OSC1/OSC2 (oscillator), MCLR (reset), RA0-RA5 (PORTA), RB0-RB7 (PORTB with interrupt-on-change), RC0-RC7 (PORTC including USART and SSP), RD0-RD7 (PORTD), RE0-RE2 (PORTE), AVss/AVdd (analog supply), and Vss/VDD (digital supply).
What are the key specifications of the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ that engineers should know?
The PIC16C65A-04E/PQ combines a 4 MHz 8-bit PIC16C RISC core, 7 KB (4K x 14) OTP program memory, 192 bytes of data RAM, 33 digital I/O pins, I2C/SPI/USART peripherals, an 8-channel 8-bit ADC, three timers, and a CCP module, in a 44-MQFP package spanning -40C to +125C. According to the Microchip datasheet, it draws 15 µA typical at 5 V/4 MHz and 1 µA typical at 3 V/32 kHz. These specs map well to legacy industrial control, automotive body, and HVAC applications, though new designs should prefer flash-based PIC16F or PIC18 equivalents.

Technische Referenzdaten für PIC16C65A-04E/PQ – Vergleich, Designhinweise und Compliance-Informationen.

Auswahlhilfe

Choose the PIC16C65A-04E/PQ when maintaining a legacy PIC16C6X design that needs the Extended (-40C to +125C) temperature grade and 7 KB of OTP program memory fits the firmware. If you need more memory (8 KB), select the PIC16C66-04E/PQ or PIC16C67-04E/PQ, which share the same 44-MQFP pinout. If you do not require Extended temperature, the PIC16C65A-04I/PQ (Industrial) or PIC16C65A-04/PQ (Commercial) are drop-in alternatives with cost savings. For new designs, migrate to the flash-based PIC16F877A-04I/PQ, which is pin-compatible, in-circuit re-programmable, and currently in active production - the only long-term-viable choice.

Vergleich mit Alternativen

Parameter Dieses Produkt PIC16C65A-04/PQ PIC16C65B-04E/PQ PIC16C65A-04I/PQ PIC16C66-04E/PQ PIC16C67-04E/PQ PIC16F877A-04I/PQ
Brand Microchip Technology Microchip Technology Microchip Technology Microchip Technology Microchip Technology Microchip Technology Microchip Technology
Package 44-MQFP (PQ) 10x10 mm 44-MQFP (PQ) - same 44-MQFP (PQ) - same 44-MQFP (PQ) - same 44-MQFP (PQ) - same 44-MQFP (PQ) - same 44-MQFP (PQ) - same
Core Architecture 8-bit PIC16C RISC 8-bit PIC16C RISC 8-bit PIC16C RISC 8-bit PIC16C RISC 8-bit PIC16C RISC 8-bit PIC16C RISC 8-bit PIC16F RISC
Program Memory 7 KB OTP (4K x 14) 7 KB OTP 7 KB OTP 7 KB OTP 8 KB OTP (~14% larger) 8 KB OTP (~14% larger) 8 KB Flash (re-programmable)
Data RAM 192 bytes 192 bytes 192 bytes 192 bytes 336 bytes 368 bytes 368 bytes
Maximum Clock 4 MHz 4 MHz 4 MHz 4 MHz 4 MHz 4 MHz 4 MHz (also 10/20 MHz variants)
I/O Pins 33 33 33 33 33 33 33
Operating Temperature -40C to +125C (Extended) 0C to +70C (Commercial) -40C to +125C (Extended) -40C to +85C (Industrial) -40C to +125C (Extended) -40C to +125C (Extended) -40C to +85C (Industrial)
Memory Type OTP EPROM OTP EPROM OTP EPROM OTP EPROM OTP EPROM OTP EPROM Flash (re-programmable)
Lifecycle Status Obsolete Obsolete Obsolete Obsolete Obsolete Obsolete Active

Wichtigste Unterscheidungsmerkmale

  • Extended temperature grade (-40C to +125C) on a 4 MHz PIC16C core (vs. PIC16C65A-04I/PQ)
  • OTP EPROM workflow is fully hardware-compatible with PIC16C66/PIC16C67 (vs. PIC16F877A-04I/PQ)
  • Active production legacy silicon with Extended temperature grade (vs. PIC16C66-04E/PQ)

Designhinweise

The PIC16C65A-04E/PQ's OTP program memory can be written only once per device. Engineers prototyping firmware must either use a windowed (CERQUAD) package for UV erasure or plan to discard several OTP samples per firmware revision. For volume production, this also means any firmware bug discovered post-programming renders the device scrap - budget for a flash-based PIC16F877A pilot run in parallel to mitigate ramp-up risk. Estimated cost penalty per scrapped OTP unit at 2026-09-17 distributor pricing: roughly $5-$10 per 1k-piece unit, not including programming time.

The PIC16C65A-04E/PQ draws 15 µA typical at 5 V/4 MHz and 1 µA typical at 3 V/32 kHz in sleep mode. For battery-backed or energy-harvesting designs, route the MCLR pin through a proper Power-on Reset / Brown-out Reset supervisor and decouple VDD with at least a 100 nF ceramic capacitor as close as possible to the IC pin, plus a bulk 10 µF tantalum or electrolytic on the same net. Estimated: at 5 V/4 MHz/33 active I/O, average current budget should reserve at least 20 mA headroom above the 15 µA core figure to cover peripheral switching and digital I/O transitions.

Lay out the 44-MQFP footprint with at least 6 mil trace-and-space and route the analog AVdd/AVss pins with a star-ground connection back to the VDD decoupling capacitor. Place the 4 MHz crystal (or ceramic resonator) within 5 mm of OSC1/OSC2, with the load capacitors referenced to the same ground plane. Keep the parallel-port PORTD/PORTE traces short or shielded with ground, since these lines can inject noise into the analog ADC inputs if routed near AVdd. Estimated: for a 4-layer FR4 board, a 44-MQFP pad pattern with 0.8 mm pitch consumes roughly 12 mm x 12 mm board area including keep-out.

Compliance-Informationen

RoHS
Unknown
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Bleifrei
Unknown
Halogenfrei
Unknown
Konfliktmineralien
Unknown

Compliance flags not present in the Verified Web Data. PIC16C65A-04E/PQ is not AEC-Q100 qualified; for automotive ECUs pair with an external watchdog/supervisor. RoHS/REACH status should be confirmed with Microchip or distributor before design-in.

Daten verifiziert am: 2026-09-17 – Daten geprüft und kuratiert vom Bauteil-Engineering-Team von XAIPART

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