The STC12C5A16S2-35I-PDIP40 is a single-chip microcontroller (MCU) manufactured by STC Microcontroller. It features an enhanced 8051 core, offering a balance of processing speed, low power consumption and strong anti-interference capabilities. The PDIP40 package refers to a 40-pin Plastic Dual In-Line Package.

Applications

• Industrial control
• Consumer electronics
• Instrumentation
• Home automation
• Educational projects

Features

• Enhanced 8051 core (1T architecture)
• 16KB Flash memory
• 1280 bytes SRAM
• Operating Voltage: 3.3V - 5.5V
• Operating Frequency: Up to 35MHz
• 40 Programmable I/O Ports
• Two 16-bit Timers/Counters
• Programmable Watchdog Timer (WDT)
• Power-down Modes: Idle and Power-down
• UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter)
• SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface)
• I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit)
• 8-channel 10-bit ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter)
• Low Voltage Reset (LVR) / Low Voltage Detect (LVD)

Benefits

• High performance: The enhanced 8051 core architecture provides faster instruction execution.
• Large memory capacity: Offers sufficient flash memory and SRAM for a range of embedded applications.
• Versatile communication interfaces: Supports UART, SPI, and I2C for interfacing with various peripherals.
• Flexible I/O configuration: 40 Programmable I/O pins allow for adaptable control and monitoring capabilities.
• Robust operation: Watchdog timer and LVR/LVD protect against errors and ensure reliable operation.
• Easy prototyping: PDIP package facilitates easy prototyping and development on breadboards.
• Low power consumption: Enables use in battery-powered or energy-efficient designs.

Additional Details

The STC12C5A16S2 series is suitable for projects demanding good processing capabilities and various communication interfaces. The 35I indicates a 35MHz clock speed and industrial temperature range. The PDIP40 package is through-hole, making it very easy to use in prototyping and hobbyist projects.