PIC16C74BT-04E/PT - 8-bit PIC MCU, 7KB OTP, 4MHz, 44-TQFP | Microchip
MPN: PIC16C74BT-04E/PT ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $9.5 | $9.50 |
| 10 | $8.55 | $85.50 |
| 100 | $7.6 | $760.00 |
| 500 | $6.84 | $3,420.00 |
| 1,000 | $6.08 | $6,080.00 |
PIC16C74BT-04E/PT Overview
An 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU, memory, and peripherals on one die, and the PIC16CXX mid-range family uses a RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computer) architecture with 35 single-cycle instructions to deliver predictable deterministic execution. The PIC16C74B specifically sits in the mid-range tier between baseline PIC16C5x and enhanced PIC16C6x/7x parts, balancing peripheral integration with code density for embedded control designs.
Key features include 33 digital I/O lines multiplexed with on-chip peripherals, three timer modules, a USART for asynchronous/synchronous serial communication, an MSSP module for SPI and I2C, an 8-channel 8-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC), and capture/compare/PWM (CCP) capability. The OTP program memory uses EPROM cells, which the "T" suffix indicates an industrial/automotive temperature window. Power consumption is reduced through the SLEEP mode with wake-up on interrupt or watchdog timeout, and the architecture supports in-circuit serial programming via two pins.
The PIC16C74B uses a Harvard architecture with separate program and data buses, allowing instruction fetch and operand access in a single cycle. The RISC CPU contains an 8-bit ALU, 8-bit working register (W), and a hardware multiply assist. Brown-out Reset (BOR), Power-on Reset (POR), and Watchdog Timer (WDT) with its own on-chip RC oscillator protect against code runaway and unstable supply ramps.
Typical applications include industrial control nodes, automotive body and chassis ECUs, sensor signal conditioning, low-speed motor drivers, HVAC damper controllers, and consumer appliance user interfaces. The 8-bit ADC is well matched to thermistor, potentiometer, and battery monitoring tasks. The PIC16C74BT-04E/PT specifically suits automotive under-hood modules where the extended temperature grade and proven OTP one-time-programmable memory are required. When selecting this part, verify that OTP is acceptable for your production volume - high-volume programs typically migrate to the Flash-based PIC16F74 or PIC16F877A for reprogrammability during board bring-up.
Drop-in alternatives for PIC16C74BT-04E/PT — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
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Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with PIC16C74BT-04E/PT (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Core Architecture, Operating Temperature, RoHS Status, Mounting Type, Program Memory Size.
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PIC16C74BT-04E/PT Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | 8-bit PIC RISC (mid-range PIC16CXX family) |
| Program Memory Type | OTP EPROM |
| Program Memory Size | 7 KB (4K x 14) |
| RAM Size | 192 x 8 bytes |
| Number of I/O Pins | 33 |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 4 MHz |
| Supply Voltage (Vcc/Vdd) | 4.0 V to 5.5 V |
| Oscillator Type | External |
| Package / Case | 44-TQFP (10x10 mm) |
| Packaging | Tape & Reel (TR) |
| Temperature Grade | Automotive (Extended -40C to +125C) |
| Terminal Form | Gull Wing |
| Number of Terminals | 44 |
| Package Code | TQFP |
| Package Shape | Square |
| Series | PIC 16C |
PIC16C74BT-04E/PT Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | MCLR/Vpp — Master Clear (reset) input / Programming voltage |
| Pin 2 | RA0/AN0 — Port A bit 0 / Analog input channel 0 |
| Pin 3 | RA1/AN1 — Port A bit 1 / Analog input channel 1 |
| Pin 4 | RA2/AN2 — Port A bit 2 / Analog input channel 2 |
| Pin 5 | RA3/AN3/Vref+ — Port A bit 3 / Analog input channel 3 / ADC Vref+ |
| Pin 6 | RA4/T0CKI — Port A bit 4 / Timer 0 clock input |
| Pin 7 | RA5/AN4/SS — Port A bit 5 / Analog input channel 4 / SPI slave select |
| Pin 8 | RE0/RD/AN5 — Port E bit 0 / Parallel slave port read / Analog input channel 5 |
| Pin 9 | RE1/WR/AN6 — Port E bit 1 / Parallel slave port write / Analog input channel 6 |
| Pin 10 | RE2/CS/AN7 — Port E bit 2 / Parallel slave port chip select / Analog input channel 7 |
| Pin 11 | Vdd — Positive supply voltage (4.0 V to 5.5 V) |
| Pin 12 | Vss — Ground reference |
| Pin 13 | OSC1/CLKIN — Crystal oscillator input / External clock input |
| Pin 14 | OSC2/CLKOUT — Crystal oscillator output / Clock output (Fosc/4) |
| Pin 15 | RC0/T1OSO/T1CKI — Port C bit 0 / Timer 1 oscillator output / Timer 1 clock input |
| Pin 16 | RC1/T1OSI/CCP2 — Port C bit 1 / Timer 1 oscillator input / Capture-Compare-PWM 2 |
| Pin 17 | RC2/CCP1 — Port C bit 2 / Capture-Compare-PWM 1 |
| Pin 18 | RC3/SCK/SCL — Port C bit 3 / SPI clock / I2C clock |
| Pin 19 | RD0/PSP0 — Port D bit 0 / Parallel slave port data bit 0 |
| Pin 20 | RD1/PSP1 — Port D bit 1 / Parallel slave port data bit 1 |
| Pin 21 | RD2/PSP2 — Port D bit 2 / Parallel slave port data bit 2 |
| Pin 22 | RD3/PSP3 — Port D bit 3 / Parallel slave port data bit 3 |
| Pin 23 | RC4/SDI/SDA — Port C bit 4 / SPI data in / I2C data |
| Pin 24 | RC5/SDO — Port C bit 5 / SPI data out |
| Pin 25 | RC6/TX/CK — Port C bit 6 / USART async transmit / USART sync clock |
| Pin 26 | RC7/RX/DT — Port C bit 7 / USART async receive / USART sync data |
| Pin 27 | RD4/PSP4 — Port D bit 4 / Parallel slave port data bit 4 |
| Pin 28 | RD5/PSP5 — Port D bit 5 / Parallel slave port data bit 5 |
| Pin 29 | RD6/PSP6 — Port D bit 6 / Parallel slave port data bit 6 |
| Pin 30 | RD7/PSP7 — Port D bit 7 / Parallel slave port data bit 7 |
| Pin 31 | Vss — Ground reference |
| Pin 32 | Vdd — Positive supply voltage (4.0 V to 5.5 V) |
| Pin 33 | RB0/INT — Port B bit 0 / External interrupt input |
| Pin 34 | RB1 — Port B bit 1 |
| Pin 35 | RB2 — Port B bit 2 |
| Pin 36 | RB3/PGM — Port B bit 3 / Low-voltage programming input |
| Pin 37 | RB4 — Port B bit 4 |
| Pin 38 | RB5 — Port B bit 5 |
| Pin 39 | RB6/PGC — Port B bit 6 / In-circuit serial programming clock |
| Pin 40 | RB7/PGD — Port B bit 7 / In-circuit serial programming data |
| Pin 41 | Vss — Ground reference |
| Pin 42 | Vdd — Positive supply voltage (4.0 V to 5.5 V) |
| Pin 43 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 44 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
Typical Applications
PIC16C74BT-04E/PT is suitable for 6 applications: Automotive Body Control Modules, Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning, HVAC Damper and Valve Controllers, Low-Speed DC Motor Drivers, Consumer Appliance User Interfaces, Battery-Powered Telemetry Nodes.
Automotive Body Control Modules
The PIC16C74BT-04E/PT's automotive E-grade (-40C to +125C) and 33 digital I/O make it a strong fit for body-control ECUs that switch lighting, wipers, and accessory relays. Its 4 MHz RISC core handles 1 MIPS, which is more than enough for body-domain state machines and PWM dimming. The on-chip 8-channel 8-bit ADC reads thermistor, potentiometer, and battery-sense inputs directly, eliminating external signal conditioning.
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Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning
The 8-channel 8-bit ADC and USART peripherals enable the PIC16C74BT-04E/PT to act as a multi-channel sensor front-end, digitizing thermocouple bridges, pressure transducers, and 4-20 mA loops into serial data for a host PLC. With 192 bytes of RAM and 7 KB of OTP, it can host calibration tables and linearization routines on-chip. The 4.0-5.5 V supply matches industrial 5 V rails directly.
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HVAC Damper and Valve Controllers
For HVAC damper actuators and proportional valves, the PIC16C74BT-04E/PT combines the capture/compare/PWM module with the 33 I/O lines to drive multiple servo outputs and read position feedback. The PIC16 RISC core delivers deterministic interrupt latency, critical for closed-loop valve control where jitter would translate into actuator hunting. Brown-out Reset and Watchdog Timer protect against supply sag during compressor inrush.
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Low-Speed DC Motor Drivers
The PIC16C74BT-04E/PT drives brushed DC motors up to a few hundred RPM through PWM control from its CCP module and discrete H-bridge FETs. The 33 I/O pins allow multi-axis control, with the USART relaying telemetry back to a higher-level controller. OTP memory locks the firmware against field tampering, which is useful in commercial appliance and vending machine applications.
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Consumer Appliance User Interfaces
In washing machines, dishwashers, and microwave ovens, the PIC16C74BT-04E/PT scans keypad matrices, drives LED/LCD displays, and times appliance cycles with its three on-chip timers. The USART interfaces to inverter boards or wireless modules, while the ADC monitors motor current and temperature sensors. OTP memory at qty-1k pricing below USD 7 supports cost-sensitive consumer SKUs.
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Battery-Powered Telemetry Nodes
Although the PIC16C74BT-04E/PT is not optimized for ultra-low-power designs, its SLEEP mode combined with Watchdog Timer wake-up allows duty-cycled telemetry in remote sensor installations. The ADC samples slow-changing analog inputs, and the USART transmits burst data before returning to sleep, dramatically extending battery life in remote solar-powered nodes.
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Engineering reference data for PIC16C74BT-04E/PT — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC16C74BT-04E/PQ | PIC16C74BT-04/PQ | PIC16C74B-04E/PQ | PIC16C65B-04I/PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 44-TQFP (PT) 10x10 mm | 44-MQFP (PQ) - equivalent SMT footprint | 44-MQFP (PQ) - equivalent SMT footprint | 44-MQFP (PQ) - equivalent SMT footprint | 44-TQFP (PT) - same package |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Program Memory | 7 KB (4K x 14) OTP EPROM | 7 KB OTP EPROM - same | 7 KB OTP EPROM - same | 7 KB OTP EPROM - same | Smaller OTP - check code fit |
| RAM Size | 192 x 8 bytes | 192 x 8 bytes - same | 192 x 8 bytes - same | 192 x 8 bytes - same | 192 x 8 bytes - same |
| Maximum Clock | 4 MHz | 4 MHz - same | 4 MHz - same | 4 MHz - same | 4 MHz - same |
| Temperature Grade | Automotive -40C to +125C (E-grade) | Automotive -40C to +125C - same | Commercial 0C to +70C | Automotive -40C to +125C - same | Industrial -40C to +85C |
| Number of I/O | 33 | 33 - same | 33 - same | 33 - same | 33 - same |
| Supply Voltage | 4.0 V to 5.5 V | 4.0 V to 5.5 V - same | 4.0 V to 5.5 V - same | 4.0 V to 5.5 V - same | 4.0 V to 5.5 V - same |
| Memory Type | OTP EPROM | OTP EPROM - same | OTP EPROM - same | OTP EPROM - same | OTP EPROM - same |
Key Differentiators
- Automotive E-grade temperature window (vs PIC16C74BT-04/PQ)
- Same TQFP-44 surface-mount footprint for modern reflow assembly (vs PIC16C74B-04E/L)
- Larger code space than mid-tier siblings (vs PIC16C65B-04I/PT)
Design Notes
Power the PIC16C74BT-04E/PT from a regulated 5 V rail with bulk decoupling of at least 10 uF tantalum plus a 100 nF ceramic placed within 5 mm of each Vdd pin. The part has three Vdd pins (11, 32, 42) and three Vss pins (12, 31, 41); each pair must be decoupled to ensure clean ADC and oscillator operation. Brown-out Reset should be enabled in the configuration word to prevent code execution during Vdd ramp-up below 4.0 V.
OTP EPROM memory can be programmed only once - there is no in-circuit erase. Use a socketed prototype or a PIC16F74 / PIC16F877A Flash equivalent for development, then migrate the verified firmware to the PIC16C74B OTP part for production. A failed or corrupted OTP programming leaves the part unusable, so always verify the device ID and blank-check before issuing the row-program command.
Route the 4 MHz crystal traces (OSC1/OSC2) as short as possible and guard them with a ground pour to avoid coupling noise into the ADC reference. Place the analog Vref+ trace (RA3) away from digital switching lines like RC6/RC7 (USART) to prevent ADC noise injection. The TQFP-44 package has a 10x10 mm body with 0.8 mm pitch leads, requiring 0.4 mm wide traces and 0.2 mm solder mask sliver.
Compliance Information
RoHS, REACH, lead-free, halogen-free, and conflict-mineral status were not stated in the Verified Web Data; users should request the latest material declaration from Microchip. The PIC16C OTP family is not formally AEC-Q100 qualified; designers requiring AEC-Q100 must select a Flash-based PIC16F/dsPIC equivalent.