Product Overview
The PIC12F509-I is an 8-pin, 8-bit Flash microcontroller from Microchip Technology, offering a cost-effective and flexible solution for simple embedded control applications. Featuring 1024 words of Flash program memory with in-circuit serial programming (ICSP) capability, 41 bytes of RAM, and 6 general-purpose I/O pins, this device provides reprogrammable functionality in a compact package. The industrial temperature variant operates reliably from -40°C to +85°C, making it suitable for consumer electronics, industrial sensors, automotive accessories, and battery-powered devices.
Key Specifications
| Core Architecture | PIC RISC (8-bit, baseline) |
| Flash Program Memory | 1024 words (12-bit) |
| RAM (Data Memory) | 41 bytes |
| EEPROM | None |
| Internal Oscillator | 4 MHz (±1% calibrated) |
| Oscillator Options | INTOSC, RC, XT, HS, LP, EC |
| Supply Voltage | 2.0V to 5.5V |
| GPIO Pins | 6 bidirectional I/O |
| Timer | TMR0: 8-bit with prescaler |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C (Industrial) |
| Package Type | SOIC-8 / PDIP-8 (I suffix) |
Features
- 1024 words of Flash program memory (reprogrammable)
- In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP) support
- 4 MHz calibrated internal oscillator
- Wide operating voltage range: 2.0V to 5.5V
- 6 I/O pins with high current drive capability
- 8-bit Timer0 with 8-bit programmable prescaler
- Power-on Reset and Power-up Timer
- Watchdog Timer with independent oscillator
- Industrial temperature grade: -40°C to +85°C
Applications
- Simple sensor interfaces
- LED lighting and display control
- Consumer product controllers
- Keypad and button scanning
- Power supply supervisors
- Battery-powered portable devices
- Automotive interior electronics
- Glue logic replacement