PIC12F1501-I/SN Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
The Microchip PIC12F1501-I/SN is an 8-bit PIC12 microcontroller with 1,024 words of flash memory, an integrated ADC, DAC channel, and a 16 MHz maximum clock. It fits in a compact 8-pin SOIC package, ideal for cost-sensitive and space-constrained applications. Available from stock worldwide with competitive pricing.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC12F1501-I/SN Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.6400(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 8-bit PIC12 core at up to 16 MHz with 1,024 words of flash and integrated ADC plus DAC channel for mixed-signal sensing and control in an 8-pin SOIC
- On-chip DAC output eliminates the need for an external digital-to-analog converter, reducing BOM cost in signal generation and reference voltage applications
- Ultra-compact 8-pin SOIC package with Pb-free construction enables very small PCB footprints suitable for wearable, IoT, and consumer gadget designs
Applications
The PIC12F1501-I/SN is designed for space-constrained, cost-sensitive applications such as LED drivers, touch sensor controllers, and battery voltage monitors where minimal pin count is acceptable. Its combined ADC and DAC peripherals make it capable of simple closed-loop control tasks within a single 8-pin SOIC device. The 16 MHz clock delivers sufficient processing speed for real-time control loops in household appliances, smart plugs, and automotive accessory modules.
Specifications
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOIC-8 |
| Factory Lead Time | 7Weeks |
| YTEOL | 13 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Bit Size | 8 |
| Boundary Scan | NO |
| CPU Family | PIC12 |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 16MHz |
| DAC Channels | YES |
| DMA Channels | NO |
| Format | FIXED POINT |
| Integrated Cache | NO |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G8 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of External Interrupts | 3 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 6 |
| Number of Timers | 3 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 8 |
| PWM Channels | YES |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP8,.23 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 64 |
| RAM (words) | 64 |
| ROM (words) | 1792 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Speed | 20MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 1.8mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 3V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 3V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | MICROCONTROLLER, RISC |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan, Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC12F1501-I/SN:
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC12 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDSO8
Frequently Asked Questions
What on-chip analog peripherals does the PIC12F1501-I/SN include, and why does this matter for a minimal BOM design?
The PIC12F1501-I/SN integrates both an ADC for analog input measurement and a DAC output channel, all within an 8-pin SOIC. This combination removes the need for external analog ICs, reducing component count to as few as one active device in simple closed-loop controls such as LED dimming, temperature compensation, or voltage reference generation.
How does the 16 MHz maximum clock of the PIC12F1501-I/SN compare to typical PIC10 devices for real-time control tasks?
The PIC12F1501-I/SN runs at up to 16 MHz, which is 4× faster than the typical 4 MHz maximum of PIC10 devices, enabling tighter control loop execution cycles. At 16 MHz the device can execute approximately 4 million single-cycle instructions per second, sufficient for PWM waveform synthesis, IR remote decoding at 38 kHz, and simple protocol handling.
How much flash program memory does the PIC12F1501-I/SN provide, and is that sufficient for C-compiled firmware?
The PIC12F1501-I/SN offers 1,024 words (approximately 1.75 KB) of flash program memory. While compact, this is sufficient for small C functions compiled with XC8 at optimization level 1, covering typical use cases such as a state machine, a 10-bit ADC sampling loop, and a basic UART or I2C routine in a single translation unit.
For a compact IoT sensor node, how does the 8-pin SOIC of the PIC12F1501-I/SN affect PCB layout complexity?
The 8-pin SOIC package has a body width of 3.9 mm and a 1.27 mm lead pitch, requiring minimal routing and fitting on a PCB area of about 20 mm². With only 8 pins, the decoupling capacitor, power, and ground connections can be completed in one or two PCB layers, simplifying layout significantly compared to larger 28-pin or 44-pin microcontroller packages.
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