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PIC12F508-I/SN

MCHPPIC12F508-I/SN

Microchip Technology
PIC PIC® 12F Microcontroller IC 8-Bit 4MHz 768B (512 x 12) FLASH 8-SOIC
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Overview

The PIC12F508-I/SN is a cost-effective, 8-bit RISC microcontroller housed in a compact 8-SOIC package. It features an internal 4MHz oscillator, 768 bytes of flash memory, and 25 bytes of RAM, making it a staple for simple control logic in space-constrained applications. With a low-power sleep mode and wide operating voltage from 2V to 5.5V, it is well-suited for basic battery-powered devices.

Why Choose This Part

This MCU provides a highly predictable execution environment with its 12-bit wide instruction set and 4MHz fixed clock. Its primary strength lies in its extremely low 0.35 microamp sleep current and small 8-pin footprint, allowing for straightforward integration into existing PCB designs without external timing components.

Applications

Simple Timing Circuits
Replacing discrete logic or 555 timers in delay circuits and basic pulse generation.
Safety Interlocks
Managing Power-on Reset (POR) and watchdog monitoring for simple industrial safety cut-offs.
Interface Translation
Acting as a bridge for simple pin-change wake-up logic or mapping mechanical switch inputs to digital signals.
LED Status Indication
Controlling simple blink patterns or status indicators where a full-featured MCU would be overkill.

Key Specifications

Speed 4MHz
RAM Size 25 x 8
Core Size 8-Bit
Peripherals POR, WDT
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Number of I/O 5
Core Processor PIC
Package / Case 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
Oscillator Type Internal
Program Memory Size 768B (512 x 12)
Program Memory Type FLASH
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 8-SOIC
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 2V ~ 5.5V

Getting Started

Development typically requires the Microchip MPLAB X IDE and an XC8 compiler. Hardware programming is accomplished via In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP) using tools like the MPLAB PICkit 4 or ICD 4. For prototyping, the 8-SOIC package can be used with a standard SOIC-to-DIP adapter on a breadboard.

Also Consider

ATtiny13A MCHPMicrochip Technology - Offers 1KB of flash and an integrated ADC, providing more peripheral flexibility in the same 8-SOIC footprint.
PIC12F675 MCHPMicrochip Technology - A pin-compatible alternative that includes a 10-bit ADC and EEPROM for applications requiring analog sensing.
PIC10F200 MCHPMicrochip Technology - A more minimalist 6-pin SOT-23 option for even more space-constrained designs with very basic logic requirements.
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