The PIC16LF874T-04I/L is an integrated circuit (IC) component that belongs to the PIC16LF series developed by Microchip Technology. This IC is a high-performance 8-bit microcontroller with advanced features and low-power consumption. It is commonly used in various embedded systems, industrial control, and consumer electronics applications.
The key features of the PIC16LF874T-04I/L include:
1. Architecture: The IC is based on the Harvard architecture, which separates program memory and data memory. It uses a RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computer) architecture, allowing for efficient and faster execution of instructions.
2. High-Speed Operation: The PIC16LF874T-04I/L operates at a high clock frequency of up to 20 MHz, enabling fast data processing and real-time control.
3. Memory: It has a program memory of 7.5KB (8192 words) and a data memory of 368 bytes. The program memory is Flash-based, which allows for easy reprogramming and flexibility. The data memory is further divided into general-purpose registers, special function registers (SFRs), and RAM.
4. Low-Power Consumption: The "LF" in the part number represents the low-power variant of the IC. It incorporates various power-saving features like multiple sleep modes, which help in reducing overall power consumption in battery-powered applications
