PIC16C622-20E/SS
PIC16C622-20E/SS - 8-bit CMOS MCU 3.5KB EPROM | Microchip
The Microchip Technology PIC16C622-20E/SS is an 8-bit RISC CMOS microcontroller featuring 3.5KB (2K x 14) of one-time programmable EPROM program memory, 128 bytes of RAM, and 13 digital I/O pins, housed in a 20-pin SSOP package. It is a member of the PIC16C62X family, operates at up to 20 MHz, and supports wide 2.5V-5.5V supply voltage with dual 3.3V and 5V operation.
An 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a small, self-contained computing device integrating a CPU, program memory, RAM, and peripherals (timers, I/O, ADC) on a single silicon die. It belongs to the broader class of embedded microcontrollers, sitting beneath microprocessors in system complexity but offering higher integration and lower cost for control-oriented tasks. Microcontrollers such as the PIC16C62X series are widely deployed in appliance control, automotive subsystems, and industrial instrumentation, where deterministic instruction execution and minimal external component count are essential.
Key features of the PIC16C622-20E/SS include 35 single-cycle instructions (all single-word except branches), a 14-bit instruction word, an internal/external oscillator option, an 8-bit timer/counter with 8-bit prescaler, a watchdog timer with on-chip RC oscillator, and a power-on reset (POR). The device also integrates a comparator module and supports in-circuit serial programming (ICSP) via two pins, enabling firmware updates without removing the part from the board.
Architecturally, the PIC16C622 uses a Harvard RISC architecture with separate program and data buses, an 8-level deep hardware stack, and direct, indirect, and relative addressing modes. The 'E' suffix indicates the Extended industrial temperature grade (-40C to +125C), while the '20' indicates a 20 MHz maximum clock. The SS package (SSOP-20) is a 0.300-inch wide shrink-SOIC footprint. The device is OTP (one-time programmable) rather than flash, making it suitable for volume production where code stability is achieved.
Typical applications include automotive body controllers, appliance control boards, sensor signal conditioning, low-power remote control transmitters, and industrial actuator drivers. The wide operating temperature and dual-voltage support also make it suitable for HVAC and white-goods applications. When designing with this part, ensure the EPROM window is covered in production, use proper decoupling on VDD, and account for the OTP programming overhead by verifying code in prototype windowed packages first. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet.
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