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PCF8576DT/2

Manufacturer: PH, PHILIPS

PCF8576D; Universal LCD driver for low multiplex rates

Partnumber Manufacturer Quantity Availability
PCF8576DT/2,PCF8576DT2 PH, PHILIPS 3760 In Stock

Description and Introduction

PCF8576D; Universal LCD driver for low multiplex rates The **PCF8576DT/2** is a versatile **LCD driver IC** designed to simplify the interface between microcontrollers and liquid crystal displays (LCDs). This **I²C-compatible** peripheral driver is capable of controlling up to **32 segments (4 backplanes × 8 segments)**, making it suitable for a wide range of low-power display applications, including industrial control panels, consumer electronics, and instrumentation.  

Featuring an **integrated charge pump**, the PCF8576DT/2 ensures stable voltage supply for the LCD, eliminating the need for external biasing components. Its **low power consumption** and **wide operating voltage range (2.5V to 6V)** make it ideal for battery-powered devices. Additionally, the device supports **software-configurable multiplexing modes**, allowing designers to optimize display performance for different requirements.  

The PCF8576DT/2 communicates via the **I²C bus**, enabling easy integration with most microcontrollers while minimizing pin usage. Its **compact TSSOP package** ensures space efficiency in PCB designs. With built-in **oscillator circuitry** and **automatic power-on reset**, this LCD driver provides a reliable and straightforward solution for driving segment-based displays with minimal external components.  

Engineers favor the PCF8576DT/2 for its **flexibility, efficiency, and ease of implementation**, making it a preferred choice for cost-sensitive and power-constrained display applications.

Application Scenarios & Design Considerations

PCF8576D; Universal LCD driver for low multiplex rates

Alternative Part Number

  • BU9796AFS-ME2 --: I2C LCD segment driver with similar low-multiplex drive capability, commonly used as a functional substitute for PCF8576-class LCD drivers.
  • HT1621B --: Widely available LCD segment driver IC with serial interface, suitable for similar character/segment LCD applications and easy to source.
  • ST7036I --: LCD controller/driver with I2C interface supporting segment driving, offering a comparable alternative for small LCD display designs.
  • PCF8576T/2 --: Same LCD segment driver function from the successor of Philips' semiconductor division, with the T/2 variant matching the original die in a different package option.
  • PCF8576DU/2 --: Closely related PCF8576 family member with equivalent I2C LCD driver functionality, suitable as a drop-in functional replacement where the U/2 variant is acceptable.
  • PCF8566T --: Similar I2C LCD segment driver from the same PCF85xx family, offering comparable drive capability for designs that can tolerate minor differences in segment count and pinout.

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