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16CR57S

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16CR57S Technical Summary

Overview

The 16CR57S is a member of Microchip's PIC16C5X family of 8-bit microcontrollers. This CMOS-based device combines high performance with low power consumption, making it suitable for a wide range of embedded control applications. The 16CR57S features a RISC architecture with 33 single-word instructions, all of which execute in a single cycle except for program branches.

Key aspects of the 16CR57S include its 12-bit wide instructions, 8-bit wide data path, and a variety of on-chip peripherals. The device is particularly notable for its cost-effectiveness in applications requiring simple control functions with minimal external components.

Features

High-Performance RISC CPU:
- Only 33 single-word instructions to learn
- All instructions single-cycle except for program branches
- 12-bit wide instructions, 8-bit wide data path
- Up to 1 μs instruction cycle at 4 MHz clock
Peripheral Features:
- 8-bit real-time clock/counter (TMR0) with 8-bit prescaler
- Power-on Reset (POR)
- Device Reset Timer (DRT)
- Watchdog Timer (WDT) with its own on-chip RC oscillator
Special Microcontroller Features:
- In-circuit serial programming capability
- Power-saving SLEEP mode
- Selectable oscillator options
- Low-power, high-speed CMOS EPROM technology
CMOS Technology:
- Low power, high speed
- Wide operating voltage range (2.5V to 6.0V)
- Commercial, industrial, and extended temperature ranges

Applications

The 16CR57S is designed for a variety of embedded control applications, including but not limited to:

Consumer electronics (remote controls, appliances)
Automotive systems (sensors, small control modules)
Industrial control (sensors, actuators, small controllers)
Security systems
Peripheral control devices
Battery-powered devices
Smart cards and low-end security devices

Electrical Characteristics

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Parameter	Value	Unit
Supply Voltage (VDD)	-0.3V to +7.0V	V
Input Voltage on any pin (with respect to VSS)	-0.3V to (VDD + 0.3V)	V
Storage Temperature	-65°C to +150°C	°C
Ambient Temperature under bias	-40°C to +125°C	°C

DC Characteristics

Parameter	Min	Typ	Max	Unit	Conditions
Operating Voltage	2.5	-	6.0	V	-
Supply Current (4MHz, 5V)	-	1.5	2.0	mA	Active mode
Supply Current (32kHz, 3V)	-	20	50	μA	LP oscillator mode
Input Low Voltage	-0.3	-	0.15 VDD	V	-
Input High Voltage	0.25 VDD	-	VDD + 0.3	V	-

AC Characteristics

Parameter	Min	Typ	Max	Unit	Conditions
Instruction Cycle Time	1	-	10	μs	4MHz operation
Timer0 Input Frequency	DC	-	1/4 fosc	MHz	-
Reset Pulse Width	100	-	-	ns	-

Package Information

The 16CR57S is available in multiple package options to suit different application requirements:

18-Pin Packages

PDIP (Plastic Dual In-line Package):
- 300 mil body width
- Standard through-hole mounting
- Industrial temperature range (-40°C to +85°C)
SOIC (Small Outline IC):
- 150 mil body width
- Surface mount package
- Reduced footprint for space-constrained applications
SSOP (Shrink Small Outline Package):