Datasheet

PIC16F87X
DS30292C-page 122  2001 Microchip Technology Inc.
TABLE 12-2: CAPACITOR SELECTION FOR
CRYSTAL OSCILLATOR
12.2.3 RC OSCILLATOR
For timing insensitive applications, the “RC” device
option offers additional cost savings. The RC oscillator
frequency is a function of the supply voltage, the resis-
tor (R
EXT) and capacitor (CEXT) values, and the operat-
ing temperature. In addition to this, the oscillator
frequency will vary from unit to unit due to normal pro-
cess parameter variation. Furthermore, the difference
in lead frame capacitance between package types will
also affect the oscillation frequency, especially for low
C
EXT values. The user also needs to take into account
variation due to tolerance of external R and C compo-
nents used. Figure 12-3 shows how the R/C combina-
tion is connected to the PIC16F87X.
FIGURE 12-3: RC OSCILLATOR MODE
Osc Type
Crystal
Freq.
Cap. Range
C1
Cap. Range
C2
LP 32 kHz 33 pF 33 pF
200 kHz 15 pF 15 pF
XT 200 kHz 47-68 pF 47-68 pF
1 MHz 15 pF 15 pF
4 MHz 15 pF 15 pF
HS 4 MHz 15 pF 15 pF
8 MHz 15-33 pF 15-33 pF
20 MHz 15-33 pF 15-33 pF
These values are for design guidance only.
See notes following this table.
Crystals Used
32 kHz Epson C-001R32.768K-A ± 20 PPM
200 kHz STD XTL 200.000KHz ± 20 PPM
1 MHz ECS ECS-10-13-1 ± 50 PPM
4 MHz ECS ECS-40-20-1 ± 50 PPM
8 MHz EPSON CA-301 8.000M-C ± 30 PPM
20 MHz EPSON CA-301 20.000M-
C
± 30 PPM
Note 1: Higher capacitance increases the stability
of oscillator, but also increases the start-
up time.
2: Since each resonator/crystal has its own
characteristics, the user should consult the
resonator/crystal manufacturer for appro-
priate values of external components.
3: R
s
may be required in HS mode, as well
as XT mode, to avoid overdriving crystals
with low drive level specification.
4: When migrating from other PICmicro
devices, oscillator performance should be
verified.
OSC2/CLKOUT
CEXT
REXT
PIC16F87X
OSC1
F
OSC/4
Internal
Clock
VDD
VSS
Recommended values: 3 kΩ ≤ REXT ≤ 100 kΩ
C
EXT > 20pF