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PIC10F206T-I/OT

MCHPPIC10F206T-I/OT

Microchip Technology
Same small-package family with a similar footprint but different feature/configuration options if you need alternate pin functions.
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Overview

The Microchip PIC10F206T-I/OT is an 8-bit PIC microcontroller housed in a compact SOT-23-6 package. It features an internal 4MHz oscillator, 768B of program memory, and 24 bytes of RAM. This MCU is designed for cost-sensitive applications requiring minimal I/O and low power consumption.

Why Choose This Part

Engineers choose this part for its extremely small footprint (SOT-23-6) and integrated internal oscillator, reducing external component count and board space. Its low current consumption in sleep mode (0.35 uA typical) makes it suitable for battery-powered applications. The 8-bit PIC architecture provides a familiar development environment for many embedded engineers.

Applications

Simple Sensor Interfaces
Interfacing with basic digital or analog sensors where minimal processing and I/O are required, such as reading a switch or a simple voltage level.
LED Control
Directly driving a few LEDs for status indication, simple lighting effects, or user feedback, leveraging its limited I/O capabilities.
Small Appliance Control
Controlling basic functions in small consumer appliances like blenders, toasters, or coffee makers, where only a few buttons and outputs are needed.
Timing and Sequencing Tasks
Implementing simple timing sequences or event-driven logic in applications that do not require complex algorithms or extensive memory.
Power Management Peripherals
Acting as a supervisory controller for power-up/down sequencing or simple power state management in larger systems.

Key Specifications

Speed 4MHz
RAM Size 24 x 8
Core Size 8-Bit
Peripherals POR, WDT
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Number of I/O 3
Core Processor PIC
Package / Case SOT-23-6
Oscillator Type Internal
Program Memory Size 768B (512 x 12)
Program Memory Type FLASH
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package SOT-23-6
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 2V ~ 5.5V

Getting Started

To get started with the PIC10F206T-I/OT, engineers can use Microchip's MPLAB X IDE and the MPLAB XC8 C Compiler. A PICkit 3 or PICkit 4 in-circuit debugger/programmer is recommended for flashing and debugging. Evaluation boards are available for similar PIC10F series parts to aid in initial prototyping.

Also Consider

PIC10F200T-I/OT MCHPMicrochip Technology - This is a similar small-package family device offering alternative feature/configuration options for designs requiring different pin functions.
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