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Intel 87C196CA/87C196CB Express Datasheet
The Intel 87C196CA and 87C196CB Express are 16‑bit CHMOS microcontrollers in the MCS‑96 family, offering up to 56 KB of on‑chip EPROM, integrated CAN 2.0, an 8‑channel 10‑bit A/D converter, and a range of high‑speed I/O and timer features.
The datasheet includes block diagrams, detailed pin descriptions, electrical and timing characteristics, design considerations, and revision history for both the 68‑pin (CA) and 84‑pin (CB) PLCC packages.
Intel 87C196CA specifications
| CPU frequency | 16 MHz |
|---|---|
| On‑chip EPROM size | Up to 32 KB (CA) / 56 KB (CB) |
| Register RAM size | Up to 1 KB (CA) / 1.5 KB (CB) |
| Additional RAM (Code RAM) | Up to 512 Bytes |
| Package type | 68‑Pin PLCC (CA) / 84‑Pin PLCC (CB) |
| Operating temperature range | -40 °C to +85 °C ambient |
| A/D converter | 8‑channel, 10‑bit |
| CAN interface | Integrated CAN 2.0 |
| I/O ports | Up to seven 8‑bit (56) I/O ports |
| Interrupts | 37 prioritized interrupts |
All Intel 87C196CA documents by type
Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the operating temperature range of the 87C196CA/87C196CB?
The device operates from –40 °C to +85 °C ambient.
What is the maximum EPROM size for the 87C196CB version?
The 87C196CB provides up to 56 KB of on‑chip EPROM.
What is the operating frequency of the 87C196CA/CB?
The devices support up to 20 MHz operation.
From: Intel 87C196CA/87C196CB Advanced 16-Bit CHMOS Microcontroller Datasheet
Does the microcontroller include CAN support?
Yes, it supports CAN Specification 2.0 with 15 message objects of 8 bytes data length.
From: Intel 87C196CA/87C196CB Advanced 16-Bit CHMOS Microcontroller Datasheet