One of the most spread microcontollers
since its introduction in 1972; its longevity can be attributed to the
fact that it was the first single-chip microcomputer ever offered; built
in in different applications; at
manufacturers works software is implemented in ROM by means of
mask programming
Technology
PMOS, CMOS
and LMOS (Low power PMOS) technology; CPU with RAM, ROM and I/O; internal clock;
a single -15 V
power supply is required for PMOS parts; CMOS parts use power supplies
in the range +3 V to +6.5 V