PIC16C715T-20E/SS Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PIC16C715T-20E/SS is an 8-bit microcontroller from Microchip Technology's PIC® 16C series, featuring 4.6KB OTP program memory, 128 bytes of RAM, and 13 I/O pins. This device operates at 20MHz with an external oscillator and includes integrated peripherals such as brown-out detection/reset, power-on reset (POR), and watchdog timer (WDT). The part is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitute parts necessary for ongoing design support, maintenance, and production continuity.

Substiute Parts

PIC16C715T-20E/SS

Microchip TechnologyIn Stock: 1209PIC16C715T-20E/SS Datasheet

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PIC16C715-20I/SS

Microchip TechnologyIn Stock: 841PIC16C715-20I/SS Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the PIC16C715T-20E/SS is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

• Core Architecture: PIC 8-bit processor
• Memory Configuration: 4.6KB OTP program memory, 128 x 8 RAM
• Clock Speed: 20MHz operation
• I/O Count: 13 I/O pins
• Peripheral Set: Brown-out Detect/Reset, POR, WDT
• Package: 20-SSOP form factor
• Voltage Range: 4V ~ 5.5V supply compatibility
• Data Conversion: A/D 4x8b capability

The substitute part PIC16C715-20I/SS maintains identical electrical and functional specifications across all these parameters. Differences in product status (obsolete vs. active), operating temperature range, and packaging format (tube vs. unspecified) do not affect functional substitutability in applications designed for the original part.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The PIC16C715-20I/SS is a direct functional equivalent to the PIC16C715T-20E/SS. Both parts share identical core specifications, memory architecture, I/O configuration, and peripheral functionality. The substitute part carries active product status from Microchip Technology, ensuring ongoing availability and manufacturing support.

Selection between these parts should be based on application operating temperature requirements. The main part supports -40°C to 125°C operation, while the substitute supports -40°C to 85°C. Applications requiring operation above 85°C must retain the original PIC16C715T-20E/SS specification. For applications within the 85°C thermal envelope, the PIC16C715-20I/SS provides equivalent functionality with the advantage of active product status and verified programmability.

Both parts maintain ROHS3 compliance and unlimited moisture sensitivity level (MSL-1), ensuring compatibility with standard manufacturing and storage protocols.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can PIC16C715-20I/SS replace PIC16C715T-20E/SS in all applications?

A: Functional replacement is valid for applications operating within -40°C to 85°C. Applications requiring operation above 85°C must use the original part specification.

Q: What is the significance of the product status difference (Obsolete vs. Active)?

A: The substitute part's active status indicates ongoing manufacturing and supply availability from Microchip Technology. The original part's obsolete status may result in limited inventory and eventual unavailability.

Q: Are the package dimensions identical?

A: Both parts use 20-SSOP packaging with identical dimensions (0.209", 5.30mm width). PCB footprints and assembly processes are interchangeable.

Q: Does the operating temperature range difference affect electrical specifications?

A: The core electrical specifications (voltage, speed, memory, I/O) remain identical across both temperature ranges. The difference reflects the tested and guaranteed operating envelope for each part variant.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Both PIC16C715T-20E/SS and PIC16C715-20I/SS are ROHS3 compliant with unlimited moisture sensitivity level (MSL-1).

Q: What does "DiGi-Electronics Programmable: Verified" mean for the substitute part?

A: This indicates that the PIC16C715-20I/SS has been verified as programmable through DiGi-Electronics' testing protocols, confirming functional integrity for OTP programming operations.