PIC16F737-I/P 8-Bit Flash Microcontroller with NanoWatt Technology DIP-28 (PIC16F737-I/P DIP IC)
The PIC16F737-I/P is a high-performance, 8-bit Flash-based microcontroller from Microchip's mid-range family, specifically designed for low-power and mixed-signal applications. It features a powerful RISC architecture with 35 single-word instructions and 7KB of Flash program memory. A key highlight is its "NanoWatt" technology, which provides industry-leading power management and ultra-low power consumption. This IC is packed with peripherals, including an 11-channel 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC), three hardware timers, and a Synchronous Serial Port (SSP) supporting SPI and I2C. Its versatile internal oscillator and robust feature set make it an excellent choice for complex embedded designs in a standard 28-pin DIP package.
This IC is primarily used in battery-operated medical devices, remote environmental sensors, and industrial low-power controllers. It is an ideal component for Arduino electronics projects in India for building high-precision multi-channel data loggers, smart battery management systems, and DIY handheld instruments that require advanced power-saving features and high-resolution analog sensing.
Key Features
- High-performance RISC CPU with 35 single-word instructions
- 11-channel 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC)
- NanoWatt Technology for ultra-low power consumption and power management
- Internal oscillator block with 8 selectable frequencies (31kHz to 8MHz)
- Three hardware timers (2 x 8-bit, 1 x 16-bit)
- Capture/Compare/PWM (CCP) module
- Synchronous Serial Port (SSP) with SPI and I2C modes
- Addressable Universal Synchronous Asynchronous Receiver Transmitter (AUSART)
- In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP) and In-Circuit Debug (ICD) via two pins
- Wide operating voltage range (2.0V to 5.5V)
Specifications
- IC Type = 8-Bit Flash Microcontroller
- Program Memory = 7KB (4096 Words)
- Data RAM = 368 Bytes
- ADC Resolution = 10-Bit (11 Channels)
- Maximum Speed = 20MHz (External) / 8MHz (Internal)
- I/O Pins = 25 (Each programmable for direction)
- Supply Voltage = 2.0V to 5.5V
- Current Sink/Source = 25mA
- Package Type = PDIP-28
- Number of Pins = 28
- Mounting Type = Through-Hole
- Operating Temperature = -40 to 85 degrees Celsius
Interfaces
- PIN 1 (MCLR/VPP) = Master Clear / Programming Voltage
- PIN 2 to 5, 7 (RA0 to RA4) = Port A / Analog Inputs 0–4
- PIN 8, 19 (VSS) = Ground (0V)
- PIN 9, 10 (OSC1, OSC2) = External Crystal/Oscillator Inputs
- PIN 11 to 18 (RC0 to RC7) = Port C / Timers / CCP / SPI / I2C / USART
- PIN 20 (VDD) = Positive Supply Voltage (5V)
- PIN 21 to 28 (RB0 to RB7) = 8-Bit Port B I/O / Interrupt-on-change / ICSP
