> We have been using the PIC16F628-04/P and -20/P for a year in our PIC
> programmers.
>
> Suddenly the lead times for further supply are 8-10 weeks and Mouser
> Electronics says 'Not recommended for new designs'.
>
> The Microchip website is obtuse trying to find out any information about
> discontinued chips.
>
> Can someone tell me
>
> - what will replace the 16F628?

        My guess would be the 628A, it's cheaper then the "regular" 628 yet has all
the same features, so unless you've got some (or have a programmer that only
supports the 628) I see no reason in buying the 628. No doubt the 628A is
cheaper for MChip to make (probably because it is built on a smaller
technology and therefore they get more parts per wafer?). TTYL

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