PIC16LC63-04/SP - 8-bit PIC MCU, 7KB OTP, 22 I/O | Microchip
Teilenummer: PIC16LC63-04/SP ✗ Abgekündigt| Menge | Stückpreis | Gesamt |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $4.5 | $4,50 |
| 10 | $4.05 | $40,50 |
| 100 | $3.62 | $362,00 |
| 500 | $3.21 | $1.605,00 |
| 1.000 | $2.88 | $2.880,00 |
PIC16LC63-04/SP Übersicht
An 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a small computer-on-a-chip that integrates a CPU, memory (program + RAM), and peripherals on a single silicon die. Within the broader taxonomy, the PIC16LC63 sits in the PIC16 mid-range family -> 8-bit MCU -> microcontroller -> embedded processor -> semiconductor. The LC prefix designates the low-power CMOS process, which trades absolute speed for lower quiescent current and a wider operating voltage range, making it well-suited to battery-powered or wide-input industrial designs where the standard PIC16C (CMOS EPROM) variant would otherwise draw too much current.
Key features include 35 single-word instructions (most single-cycle except branches that take two cycles), a Harvard architecture with separate program and data buses, programmable code protection, power-saving SLEEP mode, an 8-bit timer/counter (TMR0), a 16-bit timer/counter (TMR1), an 8-bit timer/counter (TMR2) with 8-bit period register, a synchronous serial port (SSP) supporting SPI and I2C, a USART with addressable 9-bit mode, an 8-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with up to 8 channels, and a watchdog timer (WDT) with its own on-chip RC oscillator.
Architecturally, the PIC16LC63 uses a RISC instruction set with a fixed 14-bit instruction width. With a 4 MHz oscillator, instruction cycles execute at 1 MHz (each instruction takes 4 oscillator cycles), delivering 1 MIPS of processing throughput. The Harvard bus keeps instruction fetches and data accesses simultaneous, which is one reason PIC mid-range devices typically outperform apparent clock-frequency competitors on real code.
Typical applications include industrial control panels, low-end remote keyless entry, small appliance controllers, security-system keypads, simple sensor interfaces, and battery-backed instrumentation where the LC variant's 3.0V minimum supply enables direct Li-ion or 3xAA operation. The wide 22-I/O count in a 28-pin SPDIC package provides headroom for matrix keypads and 7-segment displays.
When designing with this device, ensure the in-circuit serial programming (ICSP) clock (RB6/ICSPCLK) and data (RB7/ICSPDAT) pins are accessible via a header, since OTP parts cannot be erased and re-flashed during development - typically a PIC16F equivalent is used for bring-up and the LC OTP version is fitted only for production.
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Datenblatt ansehen →PIC16LC63-04/SP Grenzwerte & elektrische Eigenschaften
| Product Type | 8-bit Microcontroller (MCU) |
| Family | PIC16C6x (mid-range) |
| Program Memory | 7 KB OTP |
| RAM | 192 bytes |
| I/O Pins | 22 |
| Maximum Clock Speed | 4 MHz (-04 speed grade) |
| Supply Voltage Range | 3.0 V to 6.0 V |
| Betriebstemperaturbereich | 0 C to +70 C (commercial, no "I" suffix) |
| Gehäuse | 28-pin SPDIP (Skinny Plastic DIP, tube) |
| Instruction Set | 35 single-word instructions (RISC) |
| Instruction Width | 14-bit |
| Architecture | Harvard (separate program/data buses) |
| Timers | TMR0 (8-bit), TMR1 (16-bit), TMR2 (8-bit with period register), WDT |
| Communication Peripherals | USART (9-bit addressable), SSP (SPI / I2C) |
| ADC | 8-bit, up to 8 channels |
| Program Memory Type | OTP (One-Time Programmable) |
| Montageart | Through-Hole (SPDIP) |
PIC16LC63-04/SP Pin-Konfiguration
| Pin 1 | MCLR/VPP — Master Clear (reset) input / programming voltage |
| Pin 2 | RA0/AN0 — Port A bit 0 / analog input 0 |
| Pin 3 | RA1/AN1 — Port A bit 1 / analog input 1 |
| Pin 4 | RA2/AN2 — Port A bit 2 / analog input 2 |
| Pin 5 | RA3/AN3/VREF — Port A bit 3 / analog input 3 / ADC reference |
| Pin 6 | RA4/TOCKI — Port A bit 4 / TMR0 clock input |
| Pin 7 | RA5/AN4/SS — Port A bit 5 / analog input 4 / SSP slave-select |
| Pin 8 | OSC2/CLKOUT — Oscillator output / clock output |
| Pin 9 | OSC1/CLKIN — Oscillator input / external clock input |
| Pin 10 | RC0/T1OSO/T1CKI — Port C bit 0 / TMR1 oscillator output / TMR1 clock |
| Pin 11 | RC1/T1OSI/CCP2 — Port C bit 1 / TMR1 oscillator input / CCP2 |
| Pin 12 | RC2/CCP1 — Port C bit 2 / CCP1 PWM/capture/compare |
| Pin 13 | RC3/SCK/SCL — Port C bit 3 / SPI clock / I2C clock |
| Pin 14 | RC4/SDI/SDA — Port C bit 4 / SPI data in / I2C data |
| Pin 15 | RC5/SDO — Port C bit 5 / SPI data out |
| Pin 16 | RC6/TX/CK — Port C bit 6 / USART TX / clock |
| Pin 17 | RC7/RX/DT — Port C bit 7 / USART RX / data |
| Pin 18 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 19 | VDD — Positive supply |
| Pin 20 | RB0/INT — Port B bit 0 / external interrupt |
| Pin 21 | RB1 — Port B bit 1 |
| Pin 22 | RB2 — Port B bit 2 |
| Pin 23 | RB3 — Port B bit 3 |
| Pin 24 | RB4 — Port B bit 4 |
| Pin 25 | RB5 — Port B bit 5 |
| Pin 26 | RB6/ICSPCLK — Port B bit 6 / ICSP clock |
| Pin 27 | RB7/ICSPDAT — Port B bit 7 / ICSP data |
| Pin 28 | VSS — Ground (second VSS pin) |
Typische Anwendungen
PIC16LC63-04/SP ist geeignet für 6 Anwendungs: Industrial Control Panel MCU, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) and Access Control, Small Appliance and White-Goods Controller, Battery-Backed Sensor Hub, Security System Keypad and PIR Panel, Educational and Hobbyist Development Platform.
Industrial Control Panel MCU
The PIC16LC63-04/SP suits industrial control panels where 22 I/O pins drive matrix keypads and 7-segment displays. Its 3.0V-6.0V VDD range accepts 24V-derived industrial rails after regulation, and its 8-bit ADC reads up to 8 sensor channels (temperature, pressure, current sense) at up to 4 MHz oscillator. The USART with 9-bit addressable mode connects to RS-485 multi-drop networks, and the SSP block supports I2C or SPI sensors. The 35-instruction RISC core compiles ladder-logic-style code with predictable 1-cycle execution, simplifying deterministic control loops in factory-automation HMIs.
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) and Access Control
The PIC16LC63-04/SP fits RKE fobs and keypad access controllers because the LC process draws minimal quiescent current for battery operation at 3.0V. The 4 MHz oscillator and 35-instruction set handle rolling-code encryption and keypad scanning efficiently, while 192 bytes RAM buffer incoming RF payloads and 22 I/O drive LED indicators, piezo buzzers, and relay coils. Wide 3.0V-6.0V input allows 2xAA or 3xAA direct connection, and the SSP block decodes incoming Manchester-coded ASK/FSK receiver data streams from companion RF receivers.
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Small Appliance and White-Goods Controller
The PIC16LC63-04/SP serves in washing-machine, dishwasher, and microwave user-interface boards where 22 I/O lines scan membrane keypads and drive 7-segment or LCD character displays. Its USART provides diagnostic logging to factory test fixtures, while TMR2 generates PWM for solenoid drivers and buzzer tones. The 7 KB OTP memory holds fixed-function appliance firmware with one-time code protection to lock in production firmware. The -04 speed grade delivers 1 MIPS, sufficient for user-interface event loops and triac-based heater control at 50/60 Hz.
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Battery-Backed Sensor Hub
The PIC16LC63-04/SP operates as a battery-backed sensor hub collecting data from SPI or I2C sensors and forwarding over the USART to a host. Its wide 3.0V-6.0V supply accepts Li-ion or 4xAA battery packs directly, and the 8-bit ADC reads up to 8 analog channels for thermistor, photodiode, or 4-20 mA sensor inputs. SLEEP mode plus WDT draws microamp-level standby current, making the LC process suited to multi-year battery deployments. The 7 KB OTP code space accommodates pre-tested sensor-fusion routines with no field firmware updates required.
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Security System Keypad and PIR Panel
The PIC16LC63-04/SP anchors security-system keypads and PIR motion-detector panels where 22 I/O scan matrix keypads, drive piezo sirens, and read multiple passive-infrared sensors via ADC. Its 3.0V-6.0V operation allows direct connection to backup-battery stacks, and the on-chip USART reports alarm events to central panels over RS-485. The OTP program memory with code protection prevents firmware cloning, while the WDT guards against firmware lockups in unattended installations. Programmable code protection also resists unauthorized code extraction.
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Educational and Hobbyist Development Platform
The PIC16LC63-04/SP and its SPDIP-28 form factor is a classic PIC microcontroller teaching platform on breadboards and trainers. Through-hole SPDIP leads make hand-soldering and IC-socket use practical in lab settings. The 35-instruction mid-range set introduces students to Harvard architecture, interrupts, and peripherals (USART, ADC, timers) without overwhelming complexity. The LC low-voltage process teaches safe 3.3V-5V dual-supply design, and PICkit programmers debug the device over ICSP using RB6/ICSPCLK and RB7/ICSPDAT.
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Zusammenfassung der empfohlenen Produkte
Technische Referenzdaten für PIC16LC63-04/SP – Vergleich, Designhinweise und Compliance-Informationen.
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Vergleich mit Alternativen
| Parameter | Dieses Produkt | PIC16LC63-04/SO | PIC16LC63-04I/SP | PIC16F873A-04/SP | PIC16F876A-04/SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | SPDIP-28 (through-hole) | SOIC-28 | SPDIP-28 - same | SPDIP-28 - same | SPDIP-28 - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Program Memory | 7 KB OTP | 7 KB OTP | 7 KB OTP | 7 KB Flash | 14 KB Flash |
| Max Clock Speed | 4 MHz (-04 grade) | 4 MHz | 4 MHz | 4 MHz (also available -20 at 20 MHz) | 4 MHz (also available -20 at 20 MHz) |
| Supply Voltage Range | 3.0 V to 6.0 V | 3.0 V to 6.0 V | 3.0 V to 6.0 V | 2.0 V to 5.5 V | 2.0 V to 5.5 V |
| Operating Temperature | 0 C to +70 C | 0 C to +70 C | -40 C to +85 C | 0 C to +70 C | 0 C to +70 C |
| ADC Resolution | 8-bit, 8 channels | 8-bit, 8 channels | 8-bit, 8 channels | 10-bit, 5 channels | 10-bit, 5 channels |
| In-Circuit Reprogrammable | No (OTP) | No (OTP) | No (OTP) | Yes (Flash) | Yes (Flash) |
| Lifecycle Status | NRND | NRND | Active | Active | Active |
Wichtigste Unterscheidungsmerkmale
- Wider 3.0 V to 6.0 V VDD vs PIC16C63-04/SP 4.0 V to 5.5 V (vs. PIC16C63-04/SP)
- Flash memory for in-circuit reprogramming (vs. PIC16F873A-04/SP)
- Same SPDIP-28 footprint and pinout as legacy PIC16C63 (vs. PIC16F876A-04/SP)
- Surface-mount SOIC-28 variant for SMD assembly (vs. PIC16LC63-04/SO)
Designhinweise
The PIC16LC63-04/SP's LC low-voltage CMOS process draws lower quiescent current than the original PIC16C63 EPROM process but still needs a 100 nF decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of VDD (pin 11) and a 10 uF bulk capacitor at the SPDIP socket. Brown-out voltage is not internally configured on -04 grade, but PIC16B-style variants are not offered in the LC family; if VDD brown-out protection is required, use the PIC16F873A which adds BOD. Estimated: VDD current at 4 MHz and 5 V is approximately 2 mA active / 1 uA SLEEP per the PIC16C6x datasheet family characteristic curves.
Critical pitfall: the PIC16LC63 uses OTP memory and cannot be electrically erased, so any firmware bug locked into production cannot be field-updated. Always develop on a PIC16F873A in the same 28-pin SPDIP and only fit the LC63 into production once firmware is locked. Also ensure RB6/ICSPCLK (pin 26) and RB7/ICSPDAT (pin 27) are accessible on the PCB - many LC63 designs wire these as general-purpose I/O and lose in-system-programming capability, which then forces socketed firmware replacement.
Layout consideration: place the 4 MHz crystal or resonator close to OSC1 (pin 9) and OSC2 (pin 8) with short traces to minimize parasitic capacitance. Add a 1 M-ohm parallel resistor across the crystal for stable oscillation. For through-hole SPDIP, keep analog traces (RA0-RA5) away from digital switching lines (RC0-RC7) to avoid ADC noise coupling; the 8-bit ADC has limited resolution and is easily corrupted by digital crosstalk on shared ground returns.
Compliance-Informationen
RoHS and REACH status for PIC16LC63-04/SP not explicitly stated in the verified web data; the older PIC16LC63 family predates many RoHS transition dates and some variants are non-compliant - check the specific lot with the manufacturer before use in RoHS-restricted products. AEC-Q100 not applicable (consumer-grade commercial temperature part).
