The PIC16F628-20/SS is a microcontroller integrated circuit (IC) component manufactured by Microchip Technology. It belongs to the PIC16F series, which is renowned for its high-performance 8-bit RISC architecture. As a compact and versatile microcontroller, the PIC16F628-20/SS offers a range of features suitable for various applications.
1. Architecture: The PIC16F628-20/SS is built on a Harvard architecture, incorporating a powerful Central Processing Unit (CPU) capable of executing 35 instructions. It operates at a clock speed of 20 MHz, providing rapid operation and efficient processing.
2. Memory: This IC component boasts 3.5 KB of flash program memory, which allows storing application code and firmware. It also includes 224 bytes of random access memory (RAM) for data storage. Additionally, the PIC16F628-20/SS has a 128-byte Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM) for non-volatile data.
3. Digital Inputs/Outputs: With a total of 16 input/output (I/O) pins, this microcontroller facilitates interaction with various peripheral devices. These pins can be configured as digital input or output, supporting a wide range of interfaces, including UART, SPI, and I2C.
4. Timers and Counters: The device features three timers/counters: Timer0, Timer1, and Timer2
