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- Brand
- MICROCHIP
- Model
- PIC12C5XX
- Industry
- Industrial
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- 3
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- Last added
- 2012-06-11
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MICROCHIP 8-Pin 8-Bit CMOS Microcontrollers PIC12C5XX Manual
The document describes the PIC12C5XX family, which includes the PIC12C508 (512x12 program memory) and PIC12C509 (1Kx12 program memory). These devices utilize a high-performance RISC CPU with 33 single-word instructions and are available in OTP versions for cost-effective production.
Read onlineMICROCHIP PIC12C5XX specifications
| Program Memory (PIC12C508) | 512x12 |
|---|---|
| Program Memory (PIC12C509) | 1Kx12 |
| Maximum Operating Speed | 4 MHz |
| Instruction Cycle Time (1s) | 250 ns |
Source: MICROCHIP 8-Pin 8-Bit CMOS Microcontrollers PIC12C5XX Manual
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Questions answered in these manuals
What oscillator options are available for the PIC12C5XX?
The device supports INTRC (Internal 4 MHz RC), EXTRC, XT (Standard crystal/resonator), and LP (Power saving low frequency crystal) modes.
From: MICROCHIP 8-Pin 8-Bit CMOS Microcontrollers PIC12C5XX Manual
Does the PIC12C5XX include a Watchdog Timer?
Yes, it includes a Watchdog Timer (WDT) with its own on-chip RC oscillator for reliable operation.
From: MICROCHIP 8-Pin 8-Bit CMOS Microcontrollers PIC12C5XX Manual
How many instructions does the PIC12C5XX core have?
The core implements only 33 single‑word instructions.
What power‑saving features are available?
The device includes a low‑power (LP) oscillator mode, a Sleep mode, Power‑On Reset, and a Watchdog Timer.
What is the maximum operating frequency of PIC12C5XX devices?
The devices operate up to 4 MHz.
What oscillator options are available for the PIC12C5XX?
Selectable oscillator options are INTRC (internal 4 MHz RC), EXTRC (external RC), XT (crystal/resonator) and LP (low‑power crystal).