PIC16LC620-04/P - 4MHz 8-Bit OTP MCU, 13 I/O, 18-PDIP | Microchip
N.º de pieza: PIC16LC620-04/P ✗ Fin de vida| Cant. | Precio unitario | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2.39 | $2,39 |
| 10 | $2.21 | $22,10 |
| 100 | $1.99 | $199,00 |
| 500 | $1.85 | $925,00 |
| 1.000 | $1.92 | $1.920,00 |
PIC16LC620-04/P Descripción general
An 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU, RAM, non-volatile program memory, and I/O peripherals on one die. The PIC16C family uses a RISC-like Harvard architecture with 35 single-word instructions, an 8-bit data path, and a 14-bit instruction word, placing it in the broader taxonomy of microcontroller -> embedded controller -> semiconductor. PIC16C parts preceded the flash-based PIC16F series and were widely deployed in low-cost appliance, industrial, and consumer products before flash erased OTP as the dominant technology.
Key features include a 20 MHz maximum clock input (the '-04' speed grade limits operation to 4 MHz), an internal RC oscillator option, a 5-bit comparator with reference, a Capture/Compare/PWM (CCP) module, an 8-bit timer/counter, and a Watchdog Timer with its own on-chip RC oscillator for reliable recovery. Programmable code protection and an ICD-friendly in-circuit debug option simplify field updates and brown-out protection preserves memory integrity during power events.
Architecturally, the PIC16LC620 separates program and data buses (Harvard), uses a 14-bit instruction word for compact code density, and offers two hardware stack levels for subroutine nesting. The LC process node targets ultra-low quiescent current (typically under 1 mA at 5 V/4 MHz), enabling applications where idle power matters more than peak throughput.
Typical applications include low-cost remote controls, IR receivers, battery chargers, smoke detectors, fan controllers, small appliance user interfaces, security keypads, and stand-alone sensor signal-conditioning blocks. The 18-PDIP package is well suited to hand-soldered prototypes and educational kits.
When designing with this device, place a 100 nF decoupling capacitor as close as possible to VDD/VSS, ensure MCLR is pulled high through a resistor for normal operation, and respect the 4 MHz oscillator ceiling for the '-04' speed grade. The OTP memory requires a device programmer; for prototyping or in-field updates, choose a flash-based PIC16F equivalent in the same 18-pin footprint.
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Modelos de la misma serie compatibles directamente con PIC16LC620-04/P (mismo factor de forma y huella) — difiere en Instruction Cycle Time, Core Architecture, Program Memory Size, Program Memory Type, Stack Depth.
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| Core Architecture | PIC16C (8-bit RISC Harvard) |
| Core Size | 8-Bit |
| Instruction Set Width | 14-bit |
| Program Memory Type | OTP EPROM |
| Program Memory Size | 896 B (512 x 14 words) |
| Data RAM | 80 B |
| Frecuencia de reloj máxima | 4 MHz (-04 speed grade) |
| Instruction Cycle Time | 200 ns |
| Operating Voltage Range | 2.5 V to 6.0 V |
| I/O Pins | 13 |
| Timers | 1 x 8-bit + Watchdog Timer |
| Capture/Compare/PWM | 1 x CCP module |
| Analog Comparators | 2 |
| Encapsulado | 18-pin PDIP (P) |
| Tipo de montaje | Through Hole |
Configuración de pines de PIC16LC620-04/P
| Pin 1 | RA2 — Digital I/O port A bit 2 |
| Pin 2 | RA3 — Digital I/O port A bit 3 |
| Pin 3 | RA4/T0CKI — Digital I/O port A bit 4 / Timer0 clock input |
| Pin 4 | MCLR/VPP — Master Clear (reset) / programming voltage input |
| Pin 5 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 6 | RB0/INT — Digital I/O port B bit 0 / external interrupt |
| Pin 7 | RB1 — Digital I/O port B bit 1 |
| Pin 8 | RB2 — Digital I/O port B bit 2 |
| Pin 9 | RB3 — Digital I/O port B bit 3 |
| Pin 10 | RB4 — Digital I/O port B bit 4 |
| Pin 11 | RB5 — Digital I/O port B bit 5 |
| Pin 12 | RB6 — Digital I/O port B bit 6 |
| Pin 13 | RB7 — Digital I/O port B bit 7 |
| Pin 14 | VDD — Positive supply (2.5 V to 6.0 V) |
| Pin 15 | OSC2/CLKOUT — Oscillator output / clock out |
| Pin 16 | OSC1/CLKIN — Oscillator input / external clock in |
| Pin 17 | RC0 — Digital I/O port C bit 0 |
| Pin 18 | RC1 — Digital I/O port C bit 1 |
Aplicaciones típicas
PIC16LC620-04/P es adecuado para 6 aplicacións: Remote Control and IR Receiver, Battery Charger Control, Smoke and Heat Detector, Small Appliance User Interface, Security Keypad and Access Controller, Educational MCU Trainer and Prototyping.
Remote Control and IR Receiver
The PIC16LC620-04/P's 4 MHz PIC16C core, 13 I/O pins and 2.5-6.0 V supply range make it well suited to low-cost IR remote controls and receiver front-ends. The LC variant's sub-1 mA quiescent current at 5 V extends coin-cell battery life, while the 8-bit timer and 2 analog comparators simplify carrier-frequency detection (typically 38 kHz) and demodulation without external op-amps. The 896 B OTP holds decoding tables for several protocols (RC5, NEC, Sony SIRC) with 80 B RAM for transient buffers, and the 18-PDIP package is ideal for hand-soldered consumer products.
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Battery Charger Control
The PIC16LC620-04/P's low quiescent current (<1 mA at 5 V/4 MHz) and on-chip analog comparators make it a natural fit for NiMH / NiCd and small Li-ion charger controllers. The comparators monitor Vdd, battery voltage and charge current via external resistor dividers, while the 8-bit timer drives PWM charge-phase control. The 13 I/O accommodate charge status LEDs, thermistor input and enable signals, and the 18-PDIP package supports through-hole charger boards for power-tool and consumer battery packs.
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Smoke and Heat Detector
Smoke and heat detectors demand low standby current and reliable Watchdog Timer operation, both delivered by the PIC16LC620-04/P. The LC variant draws under 1 mA in active mode at 5 V and far less in sleep, enabling multi-year battery life on a 9 V cell. The on-chip Watchdog Timer with dedicated RC oscillator recovers from brown-outs without external components, and the 2 analog comparators interface directly to ionization-chamber or photoelectric smoke sensor front-ends. The 896 B OTP holds alarm-discrimination algorithms and beep-pattern tables.
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Small Appliance User Interface
Small appliances such as toaster ovens, fans and coffee makers rely on the PIC16LC620-04/P for keypad scanning, seven-segment LED multiplexing and triac/SCR phase control. The 13 I/O drive up to 13 segment or button lines without a driver, the 8-bit timer generates the multiplex refresh, and the analog comparators sense zero-cross for triac firing. The 18-PDIP package is well suited to hand-assembly and field service, and 896 B OTP provides ample code space for menu logic, timer profiles and safety interlocks.
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Security Keypad and Access Controller
Security keypads require 4x4 matrix scanning, EEPROM-based PIN storage (handled in firmware via external 24LC01) and Watchdog-protected lock control - all within the PIC16LC620-04/P's capabilities. The 13 I/O support a 4x4 matrix with one spare for buzzer or relay drive, the LC variant's low quiescent current extends backup-battery life, and the on-chip Watchdog recovers from code lockups during attempted tampering. The 80 B RAM buffers PIN entry and the 896 B OTP holds the verification and lock-actuation logic.
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Educational MCU Trainer and Prototyping
Universities and makers favor the PIC16LC620-04/P for embedded-systems courses because the 18-PDIP package fits every breadboard and the PIC16C instruction set (35 single-word instructions) is ideal for teaching RISC fundamentals. The 4 MHz oscillator ceiling allows predictable timing demonstrations, and the on-chip peripherals (CCP, comparator, Watchdog) introduce students to real silicon features without external parts. The 896 B OTP is sufficient for term-project firmware, and the LC variant's low power simplifies battery-powered labs.
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Comparación con alternativas
| Parámetro | Este producto | PIC16LC620A-04I/P | PIC16LC620-04I/P | PIC16C620-04/P | PIC16LC620A-04/P | PIC16F628A-I/P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 18-pin PDIP | 18-pin PDIP - same | 18-pin PDIP - same | 18-pin PDIP - same | 18-pin PDIP - same | 18-pin PDIP - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Program Memory Type | OTP EPROM (896 B / 512 x 14) | OTP EPROM (896 B) | OTP EPROM (896 B) | OTP EPROM (896 B) | OTP EPROM (896 B) | Flash (2K x 14) |
| Data RAM | 80 B | 80 B | 80 B | 80 B | 80 B | 224 B |
| Max Clock Frequency | 4 MHz (-04 grade) | 4 MHz (-04 grade) | 4 MHz (-04 grade) | 4 MHz (-04 grade) | 4 MHz (-04 grade) | 20 MHz |
| Operating Voltage | 2.5 V to 6.0 V | 2.5 V to 6.0 V | 2.5 V to 6.0 V | 3.0 V to 6.0 V | 2.5 V to 6.0 V | 2.0 V to 5.5 V |
| Temperature Grade | Commercial | Industrial (-40C to +85C) | Industrial (-40C to +85C) | Commercial | Commercial | Industrial (-40C to +85C) |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Active |
Diferenciadores clave
- Low-power LC silicon variant (frente a PIC16C620-04/P)
- Industrial temperature option in same footprint (frente a PIC16LC620-04I/P)
- Flash-based modern equivalent with full backwards compatibility (frente a PIC16F628A-I/P)
Notas de diseño
The PIC16LC620-04/P draws typically under 1 mA at 5 V and 4 MHz in active mode, and significantly less in sleep, per the manufacturer datasheet. Place a 100 nF decoupling capacitor as close as possible to VDD (pin 14) and VSS (pin 5), with a bulk 10 uF electrolytic nearby to suppress supply transients caused by I/O switching. Brown-out detection is enabled via configuration fuses to protect OTP integrity during power dips.
In the 18-pin PDIP layout, route the OSC1/OSC2 traces short and shield them from high-current traces to avoid coupling noise into the system clock. MCLR (pin 4) must be pulled high through a 10 kohm resistor for normal operation, and a 100 nF cap to VSS on MCLR improves reset noise immunity. Keep RA4 (open-drain) trace short if used as T0CKI to minimize parasitic capacitance affecting Timer0 accuracy.
The '-04' speed grade limits maximum clock input to 4 MHz - exceeding this with an external clock or resonator violates the AC electrical spec and is a common pitfall when re-using the PIC16LC620-20 design. OTP memory cannot be erased in-circuit; firmware revisions require new parts. Configuration fuses must be programmed correctly or the device will not execute user code (especially the watchdog and oscillator selections).
At 4 MHz / 5 V, the PIC16LC620-04/P dissipates well under 50 mW, so thermal management is not a concern in typical designs. However, sustained high I/O sink currents (up to 25 mA per pin, 100 mA total per port) combined with elevated ambient temperatures in enclosed appliances can push the junction toward the 125C commercial limit; derate I/O loading or use port-current-limiting resistors if the enclosure exceeds 70C.
Información de cumplimiento
RoHS and lead-free status not confirmed in current data sources; PIC16LC620 was introduced before RoHS deadlines so early production was lead-bearing. AEC-Q100 not applicable (consumer/industrial MCU). Cross-check lot-specific certificate of conformance before shipping to RoHS-regulated markets.
