the PIC16F72-I/SP 8-bit Microcontroller is a high-performance, mid-range CMOS MCU that remains a favorite for industrial control and low-power embedded systems. At Electrapac, we recommend this DIP-28 chip for engineers and hobbyists who need a reliable, high-speed processor with integrated Analog-to-Digital conversion for sensor-heavy projects.

Product Overview

The PIC16F72 is built on the powerful RISC architecture, featuring only 35 single-word instructions. This makes it incredibly efficient and easy to program. With 2K words of Flash program memory and an 8-channel, 8-bit A/D converter, it is perfectly suited for applications ranging from automotive sensors to appliance controllers and security systems.

Key Features for Electrapac Customers

• High-Speed Execution: Capable of executing most instructions in just 200 nanoseconds, providing the "real-time" response needed for motor control or signal processing.

• Precision ADC: The 8-channel 8-bit Analog-to-Digital converter allows you to interface directly with up to 8 different analog sensors (like thermistors, LDRs, or potentiometers) without external ICs.

• Low Power Consumption: Features a specialized "Sleep" mode and runs on very low current, making it ideal for battery-operated handheld devices from www.electrapac.com.

• Durable DIP Package: The 28-pin Dual In-line Package is breadboard-friendly and easy to solder, making it excellent for rapid prototyping before moving to SMD production.

• Instruction Efficiency: Its simplified RISC instruction set means you can write compact, fast code using Assembly or C (XC8 compiler).

  Primary Applications

  • Industrial Controllers: Monitoring temperature and pressure in factory environments.

  • Automotive Electronics: Reading fuel levels or controlling interior lighting.

  • Battery Chargers: Managing the charging cycle for Li-ion or Lead-Acid batteries with the internal ADC.

  • Security Systems: Interfacing with PIR sensors and keypad matrices for home alarms.

  • Educational Tools: A classic chip for learning the architecture of 8-bit microcontrollers and machine-level logic.

  Why Shop at Electrapac?

  We source our PIC16F72 ICs with original silicon dies to ensure 100% compatibility with Microchip’s MPLAB X IDE and PICKit programmers. At www.electrapac.com, we provide the processing power that drives your most sophisticated automated projects.