PIC16HV540-04I/SO - 4MHz 8-bit MCU w/ Voltage Regulator | Microchip
N.º de pieza: PIC16HV540-04I/SO ✓ Activo| Cant. | Precio unitario | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2.95 | $2,95 |
| 10 | $2.65 | $26,50 |
| 100 | $2.3 | $230,00 |
| 500 | $1.99 | $995,00 |
| 1.000 | $1.78 | $1.780,00 |
PIC16HV540-04I/SO Descripción general
An 8-bit PIC microcontroller is a Harvard-architecture CMOS device using a reduced instruction set (RISC) tuned for embedded control. It belongs to the broader category of microcontrollers -> microcontrollers and microprocessors -> semiconductors -> integrated circuits. The "HV" prefix in the part number denotes the integrated high-voltage shunt regulator, eliminating the need for an external 5V LDO when powered from a 9V or 12V rail - a unique feature compared with most PIC16C5x siblings.
Key features include 4MHz maximum clock, 200ns instruction cycle, 12-bit wide opcodes for 2:1 code compression, 8-bit data path, 12 configurable I/O pins sharing bidirectional ports, and an industrial temperature range of -40C to +85C. The integrated voltage regulator also simplifies designs that previously required external Zener or LDO networks.
The PIC16HV540 architecture pairs an EPROM-based program memory with a 7-stage instruction pipeline visible only to the developer through its single-cycle execution model. The 12-bit instruction width combined with full orthogonal addressing eliminates special-purpose accumulator constraints, making the device unusually easy to program given its 33-instruction set.
Typical applications include battery chargers, automotive subsystems, industrial control logic, simple timer/counter replacements, and any embedded node previously built around discrete 555-style circuitry. The wide supply tolerance supports direct 9V or 12V battery operation.
Designers should budget EPROM programming time and ensure the OTP windowless package suits their production volume - the PIC16F equivalent is recommended for prototype or low-volume runs. The PIC16HV540-04I/SO variant ships in industrial temperature grade.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in same-package alternatives (including PIC16HV540-04/SO and PIC16HV540T-04/SO), cross-references and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
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Modelos de la misma serie compatibles directamente con PIC16HV540-04I/SO (mismo factor de forma y huella) — difiere en Core Architecture, Package, Watchdog Timer, Operating Temperature, On-chip Voltage Regulator.
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PIC16HV540-04/SO
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$2.1 / unidad
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Ver hoja de datos →PIC16HV540-04I/SO Valores máximos y características eléctricas
| Core Architecture | Enhanced PIC16C54 (8-bit RISC) |
| Program Memory Type | OTP (One-Time Programmable EPROM) |
| Program Memory Size | 768B (512 x 12) |
| RAM Size | 25 B |
| Frecuencia de reloj máxima | 4 MHz |
| Instruction Cycle | 200 ns |
| Number of Instructions | 33 single-word |
| I/O Pins | 12 |
| Supply Voltage Range | 3.5 V to 15 V |
| On-chip Voltage Regulator | Yes (shunt type) |
| Rango de temperatura de funcionamiento | -40 C to +85 C (Industrial) |
| Encapsulado | 18-pin SOIC (SO) |
| Tipo de montaje | Surface Mount |
| Data EEPROM | None (OTP only) |
| Estado RoHS | Compliant |
Configuración de pines de PIC16HV540-04I/SO
| Pin 1 | RA2 — Bidirectional I/O pin / analog input |
| Pin 2 | RA3 — Bidirectional I/O pin / analog input |
| Pin 3 | T0CKI — Timer0 clock input |
| Pin 4 | MCLR — Master Clear (reset) input, active low |
| Pin 5 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 6 | RB0 — Bidirectional I/O pin |
| Pin 7 | RB1 — Bidirectional I/O pin |
| Pin 8 | RB2 — Bidirectional I/O pin |
| Pin 9 | RB3 — Bidirectional I/O pin |
| Pin 10 | RB4 — Bidirectional I/O pin |
| Pin 11 | RB5 — Bidirectional I/O pin |
| Pin 12 | RB6 — Bidirectional I/O pin |
| Pin 13 | RB7 — Bidirectional I/O pin |
| Pin 14 | VDD — Positive supply (regulated internally) |
| Pin 15 | OSC2 — Oscillator output / clock out |
| Pin 16 | OSC1 — Oscillator input / external clock |
| Pin 17 | RA0 — Bidirectional I/O pin / analog input |
| Pin 18 | RA1 — Bidirectional I/O pin / analog input |
Aplicaciones típicas
PIC16HV540-04I/SO es adecuado para 6 aplicacións: Battery-Powered Industrial Sensors, Automotive 12V Accessory Controllers, Smart Home Wireless Sensor Nodes, Appliance Timer and Control Logic, Replacement of Discrete 555 Timer Circuits, Educational and Hobby Electronics.
Battery-Powered Industrial Sensors
The PIC16HV540-04I/SO is well-suited for battery-powered industrial sensor nodes because its integrated on-chip shunt voltage regulator accepts a wide 3.5V to 15V input range. This lets a 9V or 12V battery feed the MCU directly without an external LDO. The 4MHz core and 200ns instruction cycle handle periodic sensor sampling, threshold comparisons and sleep-mode wakeups efficiently, while the 12 I/O pins interface directly to analog front-ends, comparators and digital sensor buses. The 25B RAM and 768B OTP are sufficient for state-machine logic, calibration tables and tiny protocol stacks.
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Automotive 12V Accessory Controllers
The PIC16HV540-04I/SO integrates cleanly into automotive 12V accessory controllers where raw battery voltage can swing from 9V cranking transients to 16V load-dump spikes. The on-chip shunt regulator absorbs this wide range without an external pre-regulator, reducing BOM cost and PCB area. With 12 I/O pins, the MCU can directly drive relay coils, MOSFET gates, status LEDs and switch inputs. The industrial -40C to +85C temperature grade handles under-dash thermal environments.
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Smart Home Wireless Sensor Nodes
For smart-home sensor endpoints, the PIC16HV540-04I/SO provides a low-cost deterministic control core that wakes on interrupt, reads a sensor, applies threshold logic and returns to sleep. With 25B of RAM and 768B of OTP, it accommodates compact state-machine firmware for occupancy, door/window or environmental sensors. The integrated regulator simplifies direct 9V battery packs, while 12 I/O pins reserve budget for an SPI-attached RF transceiver (such as the Microchip MRF24J40 family) or a sub-GHz transmitter.
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Appliance Timer and Control Logic
The PIC16HV540-04I/SO is ideal for white-goods timer and control applications such as dishwasher cycle controllers, washing-machine front panels, and microwave user-interface logic. Its 33-instruction RISC core is simple enough for firmware engineers to develop and maintain without complex toolchains, and the 12 I/O pins comfortably drive 7-segment displays, keypads, buzzer drivers and triac control lines. The on-chip shunt regulator eliminates the external 5V LDO normally required when tapping a 12V or 15V appliance rail.
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Replacement of Discrete 555 Timer Circuits
The PIC16HV540-04I/SO is frequently used to replace legacy 555-timer-based discrete circuits where multiple timing channels or programmable behaviour is needed. With its 4MHz core and deterministic single-cycle execution, it can synthesize multiple software timers, PWM outputs and event counters that would otherwise require a forest of resistors, capacitors and comparators. The 12 I/O pins support multiple output channels and trigger inputs, while the wide 3.5V to 15V supply tolerance matches existing 555 designs without modification.
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Educational and Hobby Electronics
For educational and hobbyist projects, the PIC16HV540-04I/SO offers an approachable entry point to the PIC microcontroller family. The 33-instruction RISC core is one of the easiest to learn, and the 18-SOIC package is breadboard-friendly with an SOIC-to-DIP adapter. With its integrated voltage regulator, students can power the part from a 9V battery without any extra regulation, simplifying lab exercises in embedded programming, I/O control and timer/counter concepts. The PIC16HV540/JW windowed CERDIP variant is often used for development and erase/reprogram cycles.
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Comparación con alternativas
| Parámetro | Este producto | PIC16HV540-04/SO | PIC16HV540T-04/SO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 18-SOIC | 18-SOIC - same | 18-SOIC - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 4 MHz | 4 MHz | 4 MHz |
| Program Memory | 768B (512x12) OTP | 768B (512x12) OTP | 768B (512x12) OTP |
| RAM | 25 B | 25 B | 25 B |
| I/O Pins | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Supply Voltage Range | 3.5 V to 15 V | 3.5 V to 15 V | 3.5 V to 15 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +85 C (Industrial) | 0 C to +70 C (Commercial) | -40 C to +85 C (Industrial) |
| Packaging | Tube | Tube | Tape & Reel |
| On-chip Voltage Regulator | Yes (shunt) | Yes (shunt) | Yes (shunt) |
Diferenciadores clave
- Integrated on-chip shunt voltage regulator (frente a PIC16C54-I/SO)
- Industrial -40C to +85C temperature range (frente a PIC16HV540-04/SO)
- 33 single-cycle instructions (frente a PIC16F54-I/SO)
Notas de diseño
Estimated: The PIC16HV540-04I/SO internal shunt regulator must be supplied through a current-limiting resistor when VIN exceeds the internal regulated VDD. Per Microchip datasheet DS40197B, use a resistor sized so that the regulator bias current stays within the recommended range (typically 1-10mA through the regulator) at the minimum expected VIN. At VIN = 12V and 5mA bias current, a series resistor of approximately 1.4kohm is typical; verify against the application's minimum supply voltage.
Place the 0.1uF VDD decoupling capacitor as close as possible to pin 14 of the SOIC-18 package, with the ground return tied directly to pin 5 (VSS) through a short trace. Per Microchip layout guidelines, keep oscillator traces (OSC1/OSC2, pins 15-16) short and shielded, and route the MCLR pull-up (pin 4) away from high-noise switching nodes. Avoid running digital signal traces directly under the SOIC package to minimize crosstalk on the analog-capable RA pins.
The PIC16HV540-04I/SO uses OTP (One-Time Programmable) memory - once programmed it cannot be erased. For prototype or development cycles, use the PIC16HV540/JW windowed CERDIP variant or migrate to the PIC16F54 (Flash) family. Also note that all 12 I/O pins are bidirectional with weak internal pull-ups; high-current loads (above the per-pin source/sink ratings in the datasheet) require external drivers such as the ULN2003 or TC4420.
The SOIC-18 package has a thermal resistance theta_JA of approximately 100 C/W on a standard 4-layer JEDEC test board. At an ambient of +85C industrial maximum, the maximum allowable internal dissipation is roughly 400mW before the junction temperature reaches +125C. The PIC16HV540's typical 4MHz operating current is only a few mA, so thermal concerns are minimal for normal digital-only operation.
Información de cumplimiento
RoHS and REACH compliant per Microchip product page; lead-free matte-tin plating. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - the PIC16HV540 family targets industrial and consumer applications, not automotive.