PCF8563BS/4,118 - 1mA I2C RTC | 400kHz | HVSON-10 | NXP
N.º de pieza: PCF8563BS/4,118 ✓ Activo| Cant. | Precio unitario | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1.2 | $1,20 |
| 10 | $1.08 | $10,80 |
| 100 | $0.95 | $95,00 |
| 500 | $0.85 | $425,00 |
| 1.000 | $0.76 | $760,00 |
PCF8563BS/4,118 Descripción general
What is an RTC? A Real-Time Clock is a dedicated integrated circuit that maintains accurate wall-clock time (date and time) independent of the main system processor, typically referenced to a 32.768 kHz quartz crystal. RTCs sit hierarchically as follows: RTC -> clock/calendar IC -> timing device -> mixed-signal IC -> semiconductor. Unlike software-based timekeeping derived from a microcontroller's oscillator, an RTC continues counting while the host MCU is in deep sleep or powered down, making it the standard solution for battery-backed time-of-day tracking.
Key features of the PCF8563BS/4,118 include a maximum clock supply current of 1 mA typical at 32 kHz, an integrated I2C slave interface running up to 400 kHz, a programmable square-wave clock output (32.768 kHz, 1024 Hz, 32 Hz, 1 Hz), an open-drain interrupt output, and an on-chip power-on reset plus voltage-low detector. These features let the host MCU wake only on calendar or alarm events, which minimizes total system energy use.
The device uses a low-power CMOS architecture with separate oscillator and timing registers, achieving the typical sub-1 microampere backup current needed for coin-cell battery operation. All 16 RTC registers and the 32.768 kHz trimming circuit are accessed over the standard I2C bus at slave address 0x51 (101 0001b), enabling easy drop-in replacement into designs that already use the PCF8563 footprint.
Typical applications include battery-backed wall-clock modules for metering and data loggers, timekeeping in IoT sensor nodes, alarm and timer functions in white goods, point-of-sale terminals, and any embedded system requiring calendar accuracy during MCU sleep or power loss. The wide 1.8 V to 5.5 V supply range also makes it suitable for 3.3 V and 5 V microcontroller rails.
When designing with the PCF8563, ensure the 32.768 kHz crystal load capacitance matches the oscillator's specified CL (typically 12.5 pF) and add a small decoupling capacitor on VCC. The exposed thermal pad of the HVSON-10 package should be soldered to the ground plane for mechanical stability and improved thermal dissipation.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone, giving engineers a single source for sourcing, selecting, and implementing the PCF8563BS/4,118.
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| Función | Real-Time Clock / Calendar |
| Bus Interface | I2C (2-wire serial), up to 400 kHz |
| I2C Slave Address | 0x51 (101 0001b) |
| Supply Voltage (VCC) | 1.8 V to 5.5 V |
| Backup Battery Voltage | 1.8 V to 5.5 V (separate supply domain) |
| Typical Clock Current (32 kHz) | 1 mA (maximum, per datasheet) |
| Time Format | HH:MM:SS and DD/MM/YYYY (BCD) |
| Calendar Functions | Year, month, day, weekday, hours, minutes, seconds |
| Programmable Clock Output | 32.768 kHz, 1024 Hz, 32 Hz, 1 Hz |
| Interrupt Output | Open-drain, programmable |
| Voltage-Low Detector | Integrated |
| Power-On Reset | Integrated (automatic) |
| External Crystal | 32.768 kHz quartz (customer supplied) |
| Encapsulado | HVSON-10 (3x3 mm, SOT650-1) with exposed pad |
| Tipo de montaje | Surface Mount |
| Temperatura de funcionamiento | -40 C to +85 C |
| Nivel MSL | 1 (per JEDEC J-STD-020) |
| Estado RoHS | Compliant |
Configuración de pines de PCF8563BS/4,118
| Pin 1 | OSCI — Oscillator input (32.768 kHz crystal) |
| Pin 2 | OSCO — Oscillator output (32.768 kHz crystal) |
| Pin 3 | INT — Interrupt output (open-drain) |
| Pin 4 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 5 | SDA — I2C serial data |
| Pin 6 | SCL — I2C serial clock |
| Pin 7 | CLKOUT — Programmable clock output |
| Pin 8 | VDD — Supply voltage |
| Pin 9 | NC — Not connected |
| Pin 10 | EP — Exposed thermal pad (tie to VSS) |
Aplicaciones típicas
PCF8563BS/4,118 es adecuado para 6 aplicacións: Battery-Backed Wall-Clock Module, IoT Sensor Node Timekeeping, Data Logger Timestamp Source, White Goods and Appliance Timers, Point-of-Sale Terminal Time Reference, Embedded Metering (Electricity / Water / Gas).
Battery-Backed Wall-Clock Module
The PCF8563BS/4,118 provides continuous timekeeping for wall-clock modules that must keep accurate time across power cycles. The HVSON-10 package and 1.8 V to 5.5 V supply range allow a single CR2032 backup coin cell to maintain time for years while the main system is unpowered. Combined with the integrated voltage-low detector, the host MCU can read a low-battery flag and warn the user before the cell is fully depleted. The 1 mA maximum clock current is comfortably below the self-discharge rate of most lithium coin cells, ensuring multi-year calendar accuracy.
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IoT Sensor Node Timekeeping
In IoT sensor nodes, the PCF8563BS/4,118 serves as the always-on time reference that timestamps measurements and wakes the host MCU only on scheduled events. Its sub-microampere backup current enables a coin cell to keep time while the wireless SoC is in deep sleep for months. The open-drain interrupt output can directly drive a wake-up GPIO on the MCU, eliminating the need for the host to poll the RTC over I2C. The wide 1.8 V to 5.5 V supply also simplifies direct connection to a single-cell Li-ion or 2xAA alkaline battery pack.
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Data Logger Timestamp Source
Industrial and scientific data loggers rely on the PCF8563BS/4,118 to stamp every measurement sample with wall-clock time even when the main logger board is disconnected from line power. The HVSON-10 footprint saves PCB area versus SOIC-8 alternatives, allowing more channels or memory in the same enclosure. The I2C bus at 400 kHz lets the host read the full BCD register set in a single burst transaction, minimizing time spent in active mode. The integrated voltage-low detector flags when battery backup is failing so the user can service the unit before timestamps become invalid.
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White Goods and Appliance Timers
Washing machines, ovens, and dishwashers use the PCF8563BS/4,118 to schedule delayed-start cycles and maintain accurate time across brief power interruptions. The -40 C to +85 C operating range is well suited to kitchen appliance environments, and the HVSON-10 package withstands standard reflow profiles. The programmable CLKOUT pin can drive a 1 Hz or 32 Hz square wave to a sub-controller without consuming the I2C bus. Its low cost and high reliability make it a popular choice in mid-volume consumer appliances.
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Point-of-Sale Terminal Time Reference
POS terminals use the PCF8563BS/4,118 to time-stamp transactions for audit trails and end-of-day reporting, where regulatory compliance requires accurate time-of-day records. The 1 mA maximum clock supply current keeps power budgets low in battery-backed POS designs, and the integrated voltage-low detector can flag backup battery degradation to service technicians. The I2C address 0x51 is well documented in many existing POS firmware bases, allowing easy integration into legacy code.
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Embedded Metering (Electricity / Water / Gas)
Smart meters for electricity, water, and gas use the PCF8563BS/4,118 to maintain accurate calendar time for time-of-use billing and event logging during multi-year deployment. The sub-microampere backup current is critical for sealed meters that cannot be opened to replace the battery during the design lifetime. The HVSON-10 footprint accommodates dense meter PCBs, and the integrated power-on reset ensures reliable startup after battery replacement in the field.
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Comparación con alternativas
| Parámetro | Este producto | PCF8563BS/4 | PCF8563BS/4,118 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Package | HVSON-10 (SOT650-1) 3x3 mm | HVSON-10 (SOT650-1) 3x3 mm - same | HVSON-10 (SOT650-1) 3x3 mm - same |
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Function | RTC / Calendar | RTC / Calendar | RTC / Calendar |
| Supply Voltage | 1.8 V to 5.5 V | 1.8 V to 5.5 V | 1.8 V to 5.5 V |
| I2C Address | 0x51 | 0x51 | 0x51 |
| I2C Max Speed | 400 kHz | 400 kHz | 400 kHz |
| Max Clock Current | 1 mA | 1 mA | 1 mA |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +85 C | -40 C to +85 C | -40 C to +85 C |
Diferenciadores clave
- Lowest-cost NXP RTC in HVSON-10 (frente a PCF85263AT/AX)
- Lower backup current than DS1307 (frente a DS1307)
- Faster I2C bus than DS1307 (frente a DS1307)
Notas de diseño
Place the 32.768 kHz crystal as close as possible to the OSCI (pin 1) and OSCO (pin 2) traces, and keep the trace lengths under 5 mm to minimize parasitic capacitance. Route the SDA and SCL traces away from switching nodes and add 4.7 kohm pull-up resistors on both lines to VCC. The exposed pad (pin 10) must be soldered to the ground plane for mechanical stability and thermal dissipation.
Use a low-Iq LDO such as the MCP1700 for the main VDD rail, and connect the backup battery (CR2032) directly to the VDD pin through a Schottky diode OR-ing circuit so the RTC keeps time when main power is removed. Add a 100 nF decoupling capacitor close to VDD and a 10 microfarad bulk capacitor on the backup supply to handle the inrush during battery insertion.
Do not skip the external 32.768 kHz crystal - the PCF8563 has no internal oscillator. Use a crystal with 12.5 pF load capacitance and check the datasheet's oscillator startup time (typically 1 to 2 seconds). Avoid reading the time registers during a register rollover (typically around 1 second past each minute) without reading multiple times or using the chain-pointer technique to avoid invalid data.
Información de cumplimiento
RoHS and REACH compliant per NXP product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - this part targets consumer/industrial segments, not automotive.
