PIC12F675-I/P – 8-bit PIC Microcontroller, 8-Pin PDIP

Description

PIC12F675-I/P – 8-bit PIC Microcontroller

The PIC12F675-I/P is an easy-to-use 8-bit microcontroller in a compact 8-pin PDIP package. Despite its small size, it includes essential features such as a 10-bit ADC, comparator, and EEPROM, making it highly suitable for entry-level embedded applications and low-cost designs.

How to Use

• Program using MPLAB X IDE with the XC8 compiler and a PICkit programmer (ICSP interface).
• Use the 6 GPIO pins for digital input/output, driving LEDs, reading switches, or controlling relays.
• The built-in 10-bit ADC allows interfacing with analog sensors like temperature, light, or voltage sensors.
• The onboard comparator helps implement simple analog signal comparison without external ICs.
• Its internal oscillator eliminates the need for an external crystal, simplifying circuit design.

Applications

• Home Automation: Smart switches, sensor-based lighting control.
• Industrial Systems: Simple process controllers, sensor monitoring, and I/O handling.
• Consumer Electronics: Small control circuits in appliances.
• Battery-Powered Devices: Low-power sensor nodes and data loggers.
• Educational Projects: Excellent choice for beginners learning embedded systems.

The PIC12F675-I/P balances performance and cost in a tiny package, making it one of the most popular entry-level microcontrollers for hobbyists, students, and engineers developing compact control applications.