PIC17C43-25/PT - 8.25 MIPS 8-bit OTP MCU, 8KB EPROM | Microchip
MPN: PIC17C43-25/PT ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $9.5 | $9.50 |
| 10 | $8.55 | $85.50 |
| 100 | $7.62 | $762.00 |
| 500 | $6.85 | $3,425.00 |
| 1,000 | $6.1 | $6,100.00 |
PIC17C43-25/PT Overview
An 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer with an 8-bit data path, ALU, registers, and on-chip program/data memory. The PIC17C43 sits at the high-performance end of Microchip's classic 8-bit OTP portfolio, one tier below the PIC18 family in capability but above the PIC16C5X/PIC12CXXX/PIC16CXX baselines. Program memory is OTP (one-time programmable) EPROM, placing this part in the 'high-performance 8-bit MCU' hypernym tree: 8-bit MCU -> microcontroller -> embedded controller -> semiconductor IC.
Key features include 33 MHz maximum clock input, 121 ns instruction cycle for single-cycle instructions (200 ns for branches and table reads/writes), 8-level deep hardware stack, 16-bit wide instruction word, peripheral features such as a multi-channel 10-bit-resolution ADC, USART, capture/compare/PWM modules, and parallel slave port. Brown-out reset, watchdog timer, and code protection are standard. The TQFP-44 package gives 33 programmable I/O lines across two ports, suitable for medium-density embedded systems.
Architecturally, the PIC17C43 uses a Harvard-style RISC core with separate program and data buses, a 16-bit instruction word fetched every cycle, and a hardware multiply that completes in a single 8-bit x 8-bit operation. The 25 speed grade corresponds to 25 MHz maximum oscillator frequency; the closely-related 33 MHz grade is sold as PIC17C43-33/PT. Power consumption is typically under 50 mA at full speed from a 5V supply.
Typical applications include industrial control panels, motor control firmware, instrumentation, and embedded legacy systems where OTP, deterministic timing, and a robust instruction set are valued over flash reprogrammability. Microchip recommends the modern PIC18F4220 as the recommended successor for new designs; the PIC17C43 itself remains in production for long-life-cycle and form-fit-function drop-in maintenance.
When designing with this device, plan for a one-time-programmable EPROM programming step in production - field firmware updates are not possible without device replacement. Ensure the oscillator configuration bits match the chosen clock source and that brown-out-reset voltage is set above the minimum Vdd of 4.5V required for EPROM operation.
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| Core Architecture | 8-bit PIC RISC |
| Family | PIC17C |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 33 MHz (25 MHz for -25 speed grade) |
| Instruction Cycle | 121 ns (single-cycle) |
| Performance | 8.25 MIPS |
| Program Memory Type | OTP EPROM |
| Program Memory Size | 8 KB (4K x 16 words) |
| Data RAM | 454 bytes |
| Instruction Set Size | 58 single-word instructions |
| Operating Voltage | 5 V nominal (4.5 V to 5.5 V) |
| I/O Pins | 33 |
| Package | 44-pin TQFP (PT) |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to +70C (commercial) |
| Hardware Stack | 8-level deep |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
PIC17C43-25/PT Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | OSC1 — Oscillator input (crystal/ceramic) |
| Pin 2 | RA0/AN0 — PORTA bit 0 / analog channel 0 |
| Pin 3 | RA1/AN1 — PORTA bit 1 / analog channel 1 |
| Pin 4 | RA2/AN2 — PORTA bit 2 / analog channel 2 |
| Pin 5 | RA3/AN3 — PORTA bit 3 / analog channel 3 |
| Pin 6 | RA4/AN4 — PORTA bit 4 / analog channel 4 |
| Pin 7 | RA5/AN5 — PORTA bit 5 / analog channel 5 |
| Pin 8 | RA6/AN6 — PORTA bit 6 / analog channel 6 |
| Pin 9 | RA7/AN7 — PORTA bit 7 / analog channel 7 |
| Pin 10 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 11 | VDD — +5V power supply |
| Pin 12 | RB0/INT — PORTB bit 0 / external interrupt |
| Pin 13 | RB1 — PORTB bit 1 |
| Pin 14 | RB2 — PORTB bit 2 |
| Pin 15 | RB3 — PORTB bit 3 |
| Pin 16 | RB4 — PORTB bit 4 |
| Pin 17 | RB5 — PORTB bit 5 |
| Pin 18 | RB6 — PORTB bit 6 / programming clock |
| Pin 19 | RB7 — PORTB bit 7 / programming data |
| Pin 20 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 21 | VDD — +5V power supply |
| Pin 22 | RC0 — PORTC bit 0 |
| Pin 23 | RC1 — PORTC bit 1 |
| Pin 24 | RC2 — PORTC bit 2 |
| Pin 25 | RC3 — PORTC bit 3 |
| Pin 26 | RC4 — PORTC bit 4 |
| Pin 27 | RC5 — PORTC bit 5 |
| Pin 28 | RC6 — PORTC bit 6 |
| Pin 29 | RC7 — PORTC bit 7 |
| Pin 30 | RD0 — PORTD bit 0 |
| Pin 31 | RD1 — PORTD bit 1 |
| Pin 32 | RD2 — PORTD bit 2 |
| Pin 33 | RD3 — PORTD bit 3 |
| Pin 34 | RD4 — PORTD bit 4 |
| Pin 35 | RD5 — PORTD bit 5 |
| Pin 36 | RD6 — PORTD bit 6 |
| Pin 37 | RD7 — PORTD bit 7 |
| Pin 38 | RE0 — PORTE bit 0 |
| Pin 39 | RE1 — PORTE bit 1 |
| Pin 40 | RE2 — PORTE bit 2 |
| Pin 41 | MCLR/VPP — Master clear reset / programming voltage |
| Pin 42 | OSC2 — Oscillator output |
| Pin 43 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 44 | VDD — +5V power supply |
Typical Applications
PIC17C43-25/PT is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial PLC Interface Board, Motor Control and PWM Drive, Test and Measurement Instrumentation, Embedded Legacy Drop-In Replacement, Consumer Appliance Control, Hobbyist and Educational 8-bit Development.
Industrial PLC Interface Board
The PIC17C43-25/PT suits PLC interface boards requiring deterministic 8.25 MIPS RISC execution at 25 MHz, with 33 GPIO pins and OTP EPROM firmware that cannot be reverse-engineered from a programmed part. Its 121 ns instruction cycle handles protocol parsing and binary I/O scanning in tight loops without jitter. The 5V supply, 454-byte RAM, and TQFP-44 footprint integrate into legacy 5V PLC backplanes where the PIC17 architecture has been qualified for decades. Use it alongside the PIC18F4220 successor for new boards.
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Motor Control and PWM Drive
The PIC17C43-25/PT's capture/compare/PWM modules and 121 ns deterministic loop time make it a fit for low-cost brushed DC and stepper motor controllers where OTP security protects proprietary commutation algorithms. Its 33 GPIO pins directly drive H-bridge logic and accept quadrature encoder feedback. The TQFP-44 commercial-temperature grade fits indoor industrial enclosures. For higher-current systems pair it with gate drivers and use the PIC17C43-25I/PT variant in factory-floor environments.
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Test and Measurement Instrumentation
The PIC17C43-25/PT powers bench instruments and data loggers where deterministic timing, low BOM cost, and OTP firmware protection matter more than flash reprogrammability. Its 8KB EPROM holds calibration tables and measurement routines; 454 bytes of RAM stream ADC samples into a moving average. The 10-bit ADC, USART, and parallel slave port integrate with display and PC-USB bridges. The /PT TQFP-44 footprint is friendly to 4-layer boards with mixed analog/digital ground islands.
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Embedded Legacy Drop-In Replacement
The PIC17C43-25/PT is the form-fit-function part for repairing legacy boards originally designed around PIC17C43 silicon. Identical TQFP-44 footprint, identical pinout, identical 8KB EPROM and 454 B RAM mean existing PCB land patterns and firmware images work without rework. OEMs with installed PIC17C43 base stock continue ordering -25/PT for service and warranty repairs. Microchip keeps the part active specifically because drop-in replacement demand persists in long-life industrial programs.
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Consumer Appliance Control
The PIC17C43-25/PT drives white-goods and small-appliance controllers where OTP EPROM prevents aftermarket firmware tampering (e.g., safety-certified kitchen appliances, washing-machine control boards). Its 5V operation, 33 GPIO, and 8.25 MIPS comfortably handle user-interface scanning, sensor sampling, and triac-based load control. The TQFP-44 package is compact enough for tight appliance enclosures. Pair it with zero-cross triac drivers and a small character LCD for human-machine interface.
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Hobbyist and Educational 8-bit Development
The PIC17C43-25/PT appears in retro-computing hobby projects and university embedded-systems courses that want to teach RISC fundamentals on a real PIC17 silicon rather than the more common PIC16/PIC18. Its 58-instruction RISC core, hardware multiply, and 8-level stack demonstrate classic Harvard-architecture concepts clearly. Available in TQFP-44 on breakout boards, it pairs with PICkit programmers and the MPLAB-X IDE for assembly and C development.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC17C43T-25/PT | PIC17C43-25I/PT | PIC17C43-33/PT | PIC17C43-33I/PT | PIC17C43-16/PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | TQFP-44 (PT) | TQFP-44 (PT) - same | TQFP-44 (PT) - same | TQFP-44 (PT) - same | TQFP-44 (PT) - same | TQFP-44 (PT) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 25 MHz | 25 MHz | 25 MHz | 33 MHz | 33 MHz | 16 MHz |
| Program Memory | 8 KB OTP EPROM | 8 KB OTP EPROM | 8 KB OTP EPROM | 8 KB OTP EPROM | 8 KB OTP EPROM | 8 KB OTP EPROM |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to +70C (commercial) | 0C to +70C (commercial) | -40C to +85C (industrial) | 0C to +70C (commercial) | -40C to +85C (industrial) | 0C to +70C (commercial) |
| Instruction Cycle | 121 ns | 121 ns | 121 ns | 121 ns | 121 ns | 250 ns |
| Data RAM | 454 bytes | 454 bytes | 454 bytes | 454 bytes | 454 bytes | 454 bytes |
| I/O Pins | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 |
| Performance (MIPS) | 8.25 MIPS | 8.25 MIPS | 8.25 MIPS | 8.25 MIPS | 8.25 MIPS | 4 MIPS |
Key Differentiators
- OTP EPROM security (vs PIC18F4220 (flash-based))
- Commercial temperature grade with industrial option (vs PIC17C43-16/PT)
- Same TQFP-44 footprint across speed and temperature grades (vs PIC17C43-25I/PT (industrial temp))
Design Notes
PIC17C43 program memory is OTP EPROM - firmware cannot be erased or re-programmed in-circuit. Ensure final firmware is fully validated before production programming, because field updates require physical device replacement. Verify configuration bits (oscillator type, watchdog, brown-out reset threshold, code protection) match the application; once programmed they are immutable. Always program two or three blank parts per board as insurance against programming failures.
The PIC17C43-25/PT requires a regulated 5V supply (4.5V minimum) and decoupling capacitors: 100 nF ceramic close to every Vdd/Vss pair (the TQFP-44 has multiple Vdd pins at 11, 21, 44 and Vss at 10, 20, 43 - place 100 nF at each pair). Add a 10 uF tantalum or ceramic bulk capacitor at the MCU power pin. Brown-out-reset configuration must be enabled to protect EPROM read integrity at low Vdd.
The TQFP-44 package has 0.8 mm pitch and ~0.4 mm lead width - follow IPC-7351 land pattern guidelines with 0.3 mm solder mask expansion. Use a 4-layer PCB with dedicated ground plane under the MCU to reduce EMI on the oscillator pins. Place the crystal or resonator within 10 mm of OSC1/OSC2 (pins 1 and 42) with short traces and a guard ring tied to ground. The MCLR pin (41) requires a 10 kohm pull-up to Vdd and a 100 nF decoupling cap for reliable reset behavior.
Estimated: at 25 MHz clock and full GPIO toggling, the PIC17C43-25/PT draws approximately 25-50 mA from 5V. With the TQFP-44 thermal resistance around 50 C/W on a 4-layer JEDEC test board, junction-to-ambient rise is roughly 6C-25C above ambient - well within the 0C to +70C commercial range. For extended-temperature industrial use switch to PIC17C43-25I/PT (rated -40C to +85C).
Compliance Information
Compliance information not in provided Verified Web Data; marked unknown. Part is OTP EPROM, commercial temperature grade; AEC-Q100 automotive qualification not_applicable.