PIC16C65AT-20/PT
PIC16C65AT-20/PT - 8-bit OTP MCU 7KB Flash 20MHz 44-TQFP | Microchip
The Microchip Technology PIC16C65AT-20/PT is an 8-bit CMOS OTP microcontroller in the PIC16CXX family, delivering 20 MHz CPU performance with 7 KB (4K x 14) of One-Time Programmable program memory, 192 bytes of RAM, and 33 digital I/O pins, all housed in a 44-pin TQFP (PT) surface-mount package. As an 'A'-revision silicon part running at the 20 MHz speed grade, it brings the enhanced mid-range core, internal peripherals, and improved instruction timing over the original PIC16C65, while remaining fully static for low-power operation. The PIC16C65AT-20/PT is supplied on tape and reel in accordance with the Microchip ordering code '/PT' (TQFP). According to the Microchip datasheet DS30234D family, this device integrates peripheral modules that make it a self-contained embedded controller for industrial, consumer, and automotive subsystems.
A PIC microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, program memory, working RAM, and configurable peripherals on one piece of silicon. PIC MCUs sit within the broader taxonomy of microcontrollers -> microprocessors -> semiconductors -> integrated circuits. The 'C' suffix in PIC16C indicates One-Time Programmable (OTP) EPROM-based program memory, distinguishing it from the 'F' flash-based PIC16F family; OTP parts are favored in cost-sensitive, code-stable, high-volume production where in-field firmware updates are not required. Within the power-management and embedded hierarchy, the PIC16C65AT-20/PT is best understood as a mid-range 8-bit controller optimized for deterministic real-time control rather than raw throughput.
Key differentiating specifications of this part include: 33 I/O pins, an external oscillator interface, 4 MHz internal operation at the slowest speed grade (20 MHz at the '-20' speed grade as labeled), 192 bytes of data RAM, and an OTP program memory size of 7 KB. The PIC16CXX mid-range core supports 35 single-word instructions at 200 ns minimum instruction cycle at 20 MHz, allowing bit-level and byte-level control without complex firmware. Integrated peripherals typically include timers, a USART, capture/compare/PWM modules, and an analog comparator, which collectively allow the part to replace multiple discrete components in a design. The 44-lead TQFP package has a body size of 10 mm x 10 mm, making it compatible with standard SMT assembly lines and hand-rework-friendly prototypes.
Architecturally, the PIC16C65AT-20/PT uses a Harvard architecture with separate program and data buses, which lets the CPU fetch an instruction and read a data byte in a single cycle. OTP memory is programmed via Microchip's standard ICSP (In-Circuit Serial Programming) interface, allowing firmware to be loaded after PCB assembly. The fully-static CMOS design means the clock can be stopped and the device put into Sleep mode for low standby current, which is critical for battery- or line-powered always-on equipment.
Typical applications for this part include industrial control panels, HVAC and appliance controllers, automotive body electronics, sensor interfaces, motor control front-ends, and remote sensor data acquisition. In these roles, the combination of deterministic interrupt response, ample I/O, and an external oscillator for precision timing makes the PIC16C65AT-20/PT a long-standing industry workhorse. The wide range of peripheral options means a single chip can often replace several 8- and 16-bit logic devices, shrinking BOM cost and PCB area.
When designing with this device, pay attention to the maximum oscillator frequency at the chosen Vdd range (4 MHz at low voltage, 20 MHz across the full industrial range) and budget current per I/O when driving LED or relay loads. Always consult the device-specific silicon errata for the 'A' revision (referenced in DS30234D-family documentation) before committing to production. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives within the PIC16C6X family, and practical design notes that go beyond the manufacturer datasheet.
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