PIC10F200-E/P - 8-bit Flash MCU, 384B, 4MHz | Microchip
MPN: PIC10F200-E/P ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $0.95 | $0.95 |
| 10 | $0.85 | $8.50 |
| 100 | $0.72 | $72.00 |
| 500 | $0.61 | $305.00 |
| 1,000 | $0.52 | $520.00 |
PIC10F200-E/P Overview
What is a PIC10F microcontroller? The PIC10F family is Microchip's smallest 8-bit PIC microcontroller line, positioned at the bottom of the 8-bit MCU hierarchy: 8-bit MCU -> microcontroller -> embedded controller -> semiconductor. These parts use a RISC architecture with only 33 single-word, single-cycle instructions, which makes them ideal for cost-sensitive, space-constrained applications where a few pins of digital logic are needed in place of discrete glue logic or small ASICs. The PIC10F200 is the most basic member of the family, deliberately stripped down to the smallest possible memory and pin count to minimize cost.
Key features include an internal 4 MHz oscillator (no external crystal required), a 4-channel 8-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) on most family members, an 8-bit timer/counter with prescaler, and a watchdog timer with its own on-chip RC oscillator for reliable operation. The Flash program memory supports in-circuit serial programming (ICSP) and in-circuit debugging, enabling rapid prototyping and field firmware updates without removing the part from the board.
The PIC10F200 is fabricated in CMOS technology with a wide 2.0V to 5.5V operating voltage range, allowing direct battery operation. Its ultra-low power consumption makes it well-suited for battery-powered and energy-harvesting designs. The device consumes only a few hundred microamps active and supports a sleep mode with nanoamp-level standby current for power-critical applications.
Typical applications include LED lighting control, simple sensor signal conditioning, battery chargers, low-end consumer appliances, and replacement of discrete logic in space-constrained boards. The 8-pin PDIP (P) package is favored for prototype and hobbyist work because it accepts standard through-hole tooling and breadboards.
When designing with this device, ensure that all unused I/O pins are configured as outputs and tied low (or high, depending on application), because floating inputs can draw excessive supply current and inject noise into adjacent analog pins. The MCLR pin (pin 4) is shared with the programming voltage input and should be pulled up to VDD through a 10 kohm resistor for normal operation.
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Drop-in alternatives for PIC10F200-E/P — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with PIC10F200-E/P (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Package, Timers, Operating Temperature, ADC, I/O Pins.
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PIC10F200-I/P
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PIC10F204-E/P
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PIC10F200-E/P Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Architecture | 8-bit RISC |
| Instruction Set | 33 single-word, single-cycle instructions |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 384 bytes (256 x 12 words) |
| Data RAM | 16 bytes |
| I/O Pins | 4 |
| Maximum Clock Speed | 4 MHz |
| Internal Oscillator | 4 MHz (factory calibrated) |
| Operating Voltage | 2.0 V to 5.5 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (Extended, "E") |
| Package | 8-pin PDIP (P), 0.300" / 7.62 mm row spacing, through-hole |
| Timers | 1 x 8-bit timer/counter with prescaler |
| Watchdog Timer | Yes, dedicated on-chip RC oscillator |
| ADC | Not present on PIC10F200 (variant-specific; 200 has no ADC) |
| In-Circuit Programming | ICSP supported |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free / Halogen-Free | Lead-free per Microchip packaging marking; halogen-free status: unknown |
PIC10F200-E/P Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | GP0 — General-purpose bidirectional I/O (ICSP data) |
| Pin 2 | GP1 — General-purpose bidirectional I/O (ICSP clock) |
| Pin 3 | GP2 — General-purpose bidirectional I/O (T0CKI timer0 clock input) |
| Pin 4 | GP3/MCLR/VPP — Input-only GPIO shared with Master Clear reset and ICSP programming voltage |
| Pin 5 | VSS — Ground reference (0 V) |
| Pin 6 | GP4 — General-purpose bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 7 | GP5/OSC1 — General-purpose bidirectional I/O or crystal oscillator input |
| Pin 8 | VDD — Positive supply voltage (2.0 V to 5.5 V) |
Typical Applications
PIC10F200-E/P is suitable for 6 applications: LED Lighting and Indicator Control, Battery Charger and Power Management, Replacement of Discrete Logic and 555 Timers, Simple Sensor Signal Conditioning, Low-End Consumer Appliance Controllers, Automotive and Industrial Accessory Modules.
LED Lighting and Indicator Control
The PIC10F200-E/P is ideally matched to single-LED or small-LED-cluster lighting applications, where its 4 user I/O pins can each source or sink up to 25 mA directly. Place the MCU with a series resistor (220-1k ohm) on each LED line, and use the internal 4 MHz oscillator to drive blinking patterns, PWM dimming via the 8-bit timer/counter with prescaler, or on/off sequencing from a single pushbutton. The 2.0-5.5 V supply range lets the same firmware run from a CR2032 coin cell (3 V), a 5 V USB rail, or two AA cells, eliminating any need for a buck/boost stage. Unlike a 555 timer or discrete logic, the PIC10F200 lets you change behavior in firmware without re-spinning the PCB.
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Battery Charger and Power Management
The PIC10F200-E/P fits single-cell NiMH, Li-ion, or LiFePO4 charger designs where its 4 MHz internal oscillator and 4 I/O pins are sufficient to implement CC/CV (constant-current / constant-voltage) charging loops using a single external pass transistor. Monitor battery voltage through a resistor divider into one GP pin used as a comparator input (via internal CVref), and drive the charge FET through another GP pin. The 2.0 V minimum supply is below most Li-ion cutoff voltages, and the 16-byte RAM is enough to track charge state and timer counts. The extended -40C to +125C grade means the same part works in outdoor solar chargers, industrial battery packs, and under-hood automotive accessory chargers.
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Replacement of Discrete Logic and 555 Timers
Use the PIC10F200-E/P to replace legacy 555-timer or discrete-logic boards where you need programmability, lower quiescent current (sub-1 uA in sleep), and fewer parts on the BOM. A single PIC10F200 in an 8-pin PDIP replaces the timing capacitor, timing resistor, discharge transistor, and comparator of a 555-based circuit, while adding pushbutton de-bounce, mode select, and fault handling in firmware. The internal 4 MHz oscillator is accurate to within a few percent, adequate for blink-rate, debounce-time, and monostable-pulse applications. This swap typically cuts the BOM by 30-50% and shrinks the PCB by a similar margin.
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Simple Sensor Signal Conditioning
The PIC10F200 can be used to debounce mechanical switches, filter noisy digital sensors, and provide timed gating of sensor outputs. Pair it with an external op-amp or comparator for analog signals; the PIC10F200 supplies the digital intelligence (hysteresis, time-window filtering, latched output) that an analog-only circuit cannot provide as compactly. The 8-pin PDIP format keeps the total sensor-module PCB under 10 mm x 15 mm, and the 16-byte RAM is sufficient for shift-register-based averaging of up to 16 samples. Industrial customers benefit from the -40C to +125C extended temperature grade, which is uncommon in this price tier.
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Low-End Consumer Appliance Controllers
In small kitchen, personal-care, and hobby appliances (toothbrushes, massagers, LED desk lamps, plug-in night lights), the PIC10F200-E/P provides one-button operation, automatic timeout, and LED status with a part count as low as 1 MCU + 1 voltage regulator + 1 FET. The 384-byte Flash is plenty for state-machine firmware with 3-5 modes, and the watchdog timer with its own dedicated RC oscillator ensures the appliance recovers from any firmware lockup without external reset hardware. Operating from a single 3 V or 5 V supply keeps the power supply simple and inexpensive.
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Automotive and Industrial Accessory Modules
The PIC10F200-E/P's extended -40C to +125C temperature grade suits under-hood automotive accessories, HVAC accessories, and industrial sensor modules where lesser-grade MCUs would fail. Its wide 2.0-5.5 V supply tolerates 12 V battery transients when fed through a simple LDO or series resistor/zener pre-regulator, and its small 8-pin PDIP footprint enables integration into cable-harness modules and inline connectors. Use it for door-lock indicators, courtesy-light timers, water-pump run-on controllers, or simple threshold-switch controllers. The Flash memory supports ICSP field updates via the MCLR pin.
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Engineering reference data for PIC10F200-E/P — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC10F200-I/P | PIC10F202-E/P | PIC10F200T-I/P | PIC10F204-E/P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | PDIP-8 (P) | PDIP-8 (P) - same | PDIP-8 (P) - same | PDIP-8 (P) - same | PDIP-8 (P) - same |
| Flash Program Memory | 384 bytes | 384 bytes - same | 384 bytes - same | 384 bytes - same | 384 bytes - same |
| Data RAM | 16 bytes | 16 bytes - same | 16 bytes - same | 16 bytes - same | 16 bytes - same |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (Extended "E") | -40C to +85C (Industrial "I") | -40C to +125C (Extended "E") | -40C to +85C (Industrial "I") | -40C to +125C (Extended "E") |
| ADC | None | None | 8-bit ADC present | None | 8-bit ADC + comparator present |
| Maximum Clock Speed | 4 MHz internal | 4 MHz internal - same | 4 MHz internal - same | 4 MHz internal - same | 4 MHz internal - same |
| Operating Voltage | 2.0 V to 5.5 V | 2.0 V to 5.5 V - same | 2.0 V to 5.5 V - same | 2.0 V to 5.5 V - same | 2.0 V to 5.5 V - same |
| Approximate Unit Price (qty 100, as of 2026-09-14) | $0.72 | $0.65 (lower temp grade = lower price) | $0.78 (slight premium for ADC) | $0.65 (lower temp grade = lower price) | $0.85 (premium for ADC + comparator) |
Key Differentiators
- Extended -40C to +125C temperature grade (vs PIC10F200-I/P)
- Through-hole PDIP-8 package for prototyping (vs PIC10F200-I/OT (SOT-23-6))
- No ADC peripheral, lowest-cost family member (vs PIC10F202-E/P (adds 8-bit ADC))
Design Notes
Estimated: When operating from a CR2032 coin cell (3 V, 220 mAh), the PIC10F200-E/P active current at 4 MHz is approximately 350 uA and sleep current is < 100 nA. Duty-cycling the MCU between active and sleep modes at a 1% active ratio yields an average current of roughly 4 uA and theoretical battery life exceeding 6 years. For 5 V USB-rail designs, add a 100 nF decoupling capacitor as close to VDD (pin 8) as possible, plus a 10 uF bulk capacitor on the rail side to handle inrush during MCU startup.
Configure the MCLR pin (pin 4) as either MCLR (reset) or GP3 (input-only) at configuration time - the choice is permanent for the programmed device. Most production designs use MCLR function and pull pin 4 high to VDD through a 10 kohm resistor for normal operation; this same pin is then used for ICSP programming voltage. Floating the MCLR pin causes spurious resets and is the most common bring-up failure on PIC10F200 designs.
Always place a 100 nF ceramic decoupling capacitor between VDD (pin 8) and VSS (pin 5) with trace lengths under 5 mm. If the design uses the internal 4 MHz oscillator, keep digital switching traces (especially GP2 if used as T0CKI) away from the VDD/VSS pins to avoid coupling noise into the supply. For PDIP through-hole layouts, use a ground plane on the bottom layer under the MCU body to provide a low-impedance return path; the PDIP package's through-hole leads provide additional mechanical stability that surface-mount variants lack.
When using ICSP (in-circuit serial programming), route the ICSPDAT (GP0), ICSPCLK (GP1), and MCLR/VPP signals to a 6-pin header with no series resistors in the signal path. Place the ICSP header at the board edge for probe access during production programming. The MCLR pull-up resistor (typically 10 kohm) must remain in place during programming; Microchip programmers drive VPP high during the programming pulse and read it back during verification.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per Microchip product page and datasheet document 40001239F. The "E" temperature grade (-40C to +125C) supports automotive under-hood applications but is NOT a substitute for AEC-Q100 qualification; for AEC-Q100-qualified automotive designs, Microchip recommends the PIC16F or dsPIC33 families.
