PIC16LC72A-04I/ML - 8-bit 4MHz OTP MCU, 28-QFN | Microchip
Teilenummer: PIC16LC72A-04I/ML ✗ Abgekündigt| Menge | Stückpreis | Gesamt |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $4.43 | $4,43 |
| 10 | $3.98 | $39,80 |
| 100 | $3.55 | $355,00 |
| 500 | $3.2 | $1.600,00 |
| 1.000 | $2.88 | $2.880,00 |
PIC16LC72A-04I/ML Übersicht
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU, program memory, RAM, and peripheral I/O. PIC16C-series parts use a Harvard-architecture RISC core with a 14-bit instruction word, distinguishing them from later PIC16F flash parts. The 'LC' suffix denotes the low-voltage CMOS operating range (2.5V-5.5V), and 'A' denotes the second silicon revision. The 'C' token historically signals OTP/EPROM program memory rather than Flash, so designers must program the device before board assembly using a device programmer; field updates are not possible. PIC microcontrollers sit within the taxonomy: PIC16C -> PIC16 family -> PIC MCU -> 8-bit microcontroller -> embedded processor -> semiconductor.
Key features include 22 general-purpose digital I/O pins, multiple timer/counter modules, a 5-channel 8-bit ADC, capture/compare/PWM peripherals, an asynchronous serial port (USART), and a watchdog timer. The Harvard RISC core executes most instructions in a single 200ns instruction cycle at 4MHz oscillator frequency, delivering deterministic interrupt response that is well-suited to real-time control loops.
Typical applications include low-cost consumer appliances, sensor signal conditioning, industrial control panels, automotive interior modules, white-goods motor control, and battery-powered instrumentation where low-voltage operation (down to 2.5V) extends battery life.
Designers should note that this part uses OTP program memory, so firmware must be fully validated before programming; for in-application reprogrammability the PIC16F72 Flash equivalent (PIC16F72-I/ML) is preferred. Pin compatible QFN-28 layout allows PCB reuse when migrating to flash parts.
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PIC16LC72A-04I/ML Grenzwerte & elektrische Eigenschaften
| Core Architecture | PIC16C Harvard RISC, 8-bit |
| Instruction Set Width | 14-bit |
| Program Memory Type | OTP (One-Time-Programmable) |
| Program Memory Size | 3.5 KB (2K x 14) |
| RAM Size | 128 bytes |
| Maximale Taktfrequenz | 4 MHz |
| Instruction Cycle Time | 200 ns @ 4 MHz |
| Supply Voltage (Vdd) | 2.5 V to 5.5 V |
| Number of I/O Pins | 22 |
| Gehäuse | 28-QFN (6x6 mm) |
| Montageart | Surface Mount |
| Betriebstemperatur | -40 C to +85 C (Industrial) |
| ADC | 5-channel, 8-bit |
| Communication | USART (SCI), SPI, I2C |
| Watchdog Timer | Yes |
PIC16LC72A-04I/ML Pin-Konfiguration
| Pin 1 | RA0/AN0 — Port A bit 0 / ADC channel 0 |
| Pin 2 | RA1/AN1 — Port A bit 1 / ADC channel 1 |
| Pin 3 | RA2/AN2 — Port A bit 2 / ADC channel 2 |
| Pin 4 | RA3/AN3 — Port A bit 3 / ADC channel 3 |
| Pin 5 | RA4/T0CKI — Port A bit 4 / Timer 0 clock input |
| Pin 6 | RA5/AN4 — Port A bit 5 / ADC channel 4 |
| Pin 7 | Vss — Ground |
| Pin 8 | OSC1/CLKIN — Oscillator input / external clock |
| Pin 9 | OSC2/CLKOUT — Oscillator output |
| Pin 10 | RC0/T1OSO/T1CKI — Port C bit 0 / Timer 1 oscillator |
| Pin 11 | RC1/T1OSI — Port C bit 1 / Timer 1 oscillator input |
| Pin 12 | RC2/CCP1 — Port C bit 2 / Capture-Compare-PWM 1 |
| Pin 13 | RC3 — Port C bit 3 |
| Pin 14 | RC4 — Port C bit 4 |
| Pin 15 | RC5 — Port C bit 5 |
| Pin 16 | RC6 — Port C bit 6 |
| Pin 17 | RC7 — Port C bit 7 |
| Pin 18 | Vss — Ground (duplicate for QFN) |
| Pin 19 | RB0/INT — Port B bit 0 / External interrupt |
| Pin 20 | RB1 — Port B bit 1 |
| Pin 21 | RB2 — Port B bit 2 |
| Pin 22 | RB3 — Port B bit 3 |
| Pin 23 | RB4 — Port B bit 4 |
| Pin 24 | RB5 — Port B bit 5 |
| Pin 25 | RB6 — Port B bit 6 |
| Pin 26 | RB7 — Port B bit 7 |
| Pin 27 | Vdd — Positive supply |
| Pin 28 | Vdd — Positive supply (duplicate for QFN) |
Typische Anwendungen
PIC16LC72A-04I/ML ist geeignet für 6 Anwendungs: Low-Cost Consumer Appliance Control, Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning, Automotive Interior Modules, Battery-Powered Instrumentation, White Goods Motor Control, Low-Voltage IoT Sensor Nodes.
Low-Cost Consumer Appliance Control
The PIC16LC72A-04I/ML fits appliance control boards where its 22 I/O pins drive relays, triacs, and seven-segment displays while the 5-channel 8-bit ADC reads temperature sensors and potentiometers. Its 4 MHz Harvard RISC core delivers 200ns deterministic instruction cycles, so AC-zero-crossing detection and triac phase-angle control run with predictable jitter important for dimmer and motor-speed loops. The 2.5V-5.5V supply range lets designers power the MCU directly from rectified mains after a small regulator, and OTP memory keeps per-unit cost low in high-volume appliance production.
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Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning
In 4-20 mA loop-powered sensor transmitters, the PIC16LC72A-04I/ML operates down to 2.5V from a low-dropout regulator, then samples the loop current with its 8-bit ADC and drives a 4-20 mA output through a DAC or PWM-filtered driver. Its 22 I/O handle HART modem carrier detect, calibration pushbuttons, and status LEDs, while the USART links to external configuration EEPROMs. The 28-QFN (6x6 mm) footprint keeps board area small enough for in-head transmitter housings, and OTP memory prevents accidental firmware tamper in field-deployed instrumentation.
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Automotive Interior Modules
Within dash-board lighting controllers and HVAC damper actuators, the PIC16LC72A-04I/ML provides the 22 digital I/O needed to drive multiple LED backlights and bipolar stepper motors simultaneously. Its 5-channel ADC reads panel-button resistance ladders and ambient light sensors without external multiplexers. The -40 C to +85 C industrial temperature range handles under-dash environments, while OTP memory locks the body-control firmware to prevent end-user modification. Note: automotive AEC-Q100 qualification status is [DATA_NEEDED] - confirm before use in safety-critical body ECUs.
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Battery-Powered Instrumentation
The PIC16LC72A-04I/ML is well suited to handheld meters, remote sensors, and wireless remote controls where 2.5V minimum supply supports two AA alkaline cells in series down to end-of-life. Its Harvard RISC core enters sleep modes between ADC samples, drawing minimal current between interrupts. The 22 I/O drive segmented LCDs via external charge-pump drivers, while the 5-channel ADC multiplexes voltage, current, and temperature measurements. OTP memory reduces die cost in volume consumer products, and the 28-QFN package keeps PCB height below 1 mm for slim-form-factor handheld enclosures.
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White Goods Motor Control
Washing machine motor controllers and refrigerator compressor inverters use the PIC16LC72A-04I/ML for supervisory control: reading door-switch inputs, driving triac-based pump relays, and timing start sequences through the 8-bit timer. Its 4 MHz instruction rate simplifies zero-crossing detection for 50/60 Hz mains, and the 5-channel ADC monitors motor current via shunt resistors. The 28-QFN (6x6 mm) package fits on crowded inverter PCBs alongside power devices. Designers should validate OTP-programmed firmware against worst-case motor stall conditions before lock-down.
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Low-Voltage IoT Sensor Nodes
Wireless sensor endpoints powered by coin cells or energy harvesting benefit from the PIC16LC72A-04I/ML's 2.5V minimum supply and RISC sleep-friendly architecture. The MCU reads environmental sensors through its 5-channel ADC, formats data via the USART or SPI for an attached radio module, and returns to sleep between transmissions. The 22 I/O accommodate multiple sensor buses plus a calibration LED. For designs requiring over-the-air firmware updates, PIC16F1829-I/ML is a 28-QFN-compatible Flash alternative; verify pin mapping before migrating designs.
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Zusammenfassung der empfohlenen Produkte
Technische Referenzdaten für PIC16LC72A-04I/ML – Vergleich, Designhinweise und Compliance-Informationen.
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Vergleich mit Alternativen
| Parameter | Dieses Produkt | PIC16F72-I/ML | PIC16F1829-I/ML | PIC16F690-I/ML | PIC16LC72AT-04I/ML |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 28-QFN (6x6 mm) | 28-QFN (6x6 mm) | 28-QFN (ML) | 28-QFN (ML) | 28-QFN (6x6 mm) |
| Program Memory Type | OTP (3.5KB / 2K x 14) | Flash (3.5KB) | Flash (14KB) | Flash (7KB) | OTP (3.5KB) |
| RAM Size | 128 bytes | 128 bytes | 1024 bytes | 256 bytes | 128 bytes |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 4 MHz | 20 MHz | 32 MHz | 20 MHz | 4 MHz |
| Operating Voltage | 2.5V to 5.5V | 2.0V to 5.5V | 1.8V to 5.5V | 2.0V to 5.5V | 2.5V to 5.5V |
| I/O Pins | 22 | 22 | 17 (mux) | 18 (mux) | 22 |
| ADC | 5-ch / 8-bit | 5-ch / 8-bit | 12-ch / 10-bit | 12-ch / 8-bit | 5-ch / 8-bit |
| Lifecycle Status | NRND | Active | Active | Active | NRND |
Wichtigste Unterscheidungsmerkmale
- Drop-in Flash replacement available in same package (vs. PIC16F72-I/ML)
- Cost-optimized OTP for high-volume programs (vs. PIC16F1829-I/ML)
- Industrial temperature range from a mature silicon revision (vs. PIC16LC72A-04I/SO)
Designhinweise
The PIC16LC72A-04I/ML uses One-Time-Programmable (OTP) program memory - firmware must be fully validated and verified before device programming, because OTP cannot be erased or rewritten. Per Microchip datasheet DS35008B, blank parts ship with all bits erased; once programmed, they cannot return to a blank state. Plan a device-programmer step in production (e.g. MPLAB PM3 or equivalent), and consider the PIC16F72-I/ML Flash equivalent for any design that may need field firmware updates.
Power the PIC16LC72A-04I/ML from a stable 2.5V-5.5V rail with a decoupling capacitor of at least 0.1 uF placed within 5 mm of the Vdd pins (pin 27/28 of the 28-QFN). The QFN package has duplicate Vdd and Vss pins internally bonded - both must be connected for correct I/O operation. Estimated supply current during 4 MHz operation is typically 1-2 mA depending on peripheral activity; ensure the regulator has adequate headroom during ADC conversions to maintain ADC accuracy.
Lay out the 28-QFN (6x6 mm) land pattern per IPC-7351 and connect the exposed thermal pad (EP) directly to a solid Vss copper pour for thermal dissipation. Route the OSC1/OSC2 crystal traces with short, parallel lengths and a grounded guard ring to suppress EMI. Keep analog ADC inputs (AN0-AN4) away from digital switching traces; an analog ground island connected back at a single point to the MCU Vss pin helps preserve 8-bit ADC accuracy.
The 28-QFN 'ML' suffix is a thermally enhanced package that uses a central exposed pad - this pad must be soldered to the board for mechanical reliability and thermal performance. Per Microchip packaging guidelines, the EP via array should use 0.3 mm via holes on a 1.0 mm pitch in a grid that wicks heat into internal ground planes. Without proper EP soldering, thermal stress and board flex can crack the package during temperature cycling.
Compliance-Informationen
RoHS and REACH compliance per Microchip product declaration; PIC16LC72A-04I/ML is not AEC-Q100 qualified for automotive safety-critical applications - confirm qualification status with Microchip for automotive deployments
