PIC12F615-I/P Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
PIC12F615-I/P is an 8-bit PIC12 microcontroller from Microchip with 1.75 KB Flash, 8 MHz internal oscillator, and ADC capability in a compact PDIP-8 through-hole package. It targets cost-sensitive sensor interfaces, motor speed control, and consumer appliance timing. Available from stock worldwide with reliable global distribution.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC12F615-I/P Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.9000(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 with up to 20 MHz clock frequency for versatile control
- 1.75 KB Flash program memory with on-chip 8 MHz internal oscillator
- On-chip ADC for direct analog sensor signal acquisition
- Operates from 2 V minimum supply at 8 MHz for battery-powered applications
- 8-pin PDIP package enabling breadboard prototyping and through-hole assembly
- Watchdog timer and multiple interrupt sources for reliable standalone operation
Applications
The PIC12F615-I/P is widely used in cost-driven consumer products such as fan speed controllers, thermostat sensing circuits, and simple LED dimmer boards where its ADC and compact 8-pin form factor eliminate the need for external analog components. Its 2 V minimum supply and low-power sleep mode suit battery-operated wireless sensor nodes and remote controls that must operate for extended periods. Prototyping engineers also favor the PDIP-8 package for rapid development on breadboards before transitioning to SMT production.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | PDIP-8 |
| Factory Lead Time | 8Weeks |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Additional Feature | ALSO OPERATES AT 2 V MINIMUM SUPPLY AT 8 MHZ |
| Bit Size | 8 |
| Boundary Scan | NO |
| CPU Family | PIC12 |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 20MHz |
| DAC Channels | NO |
| DMA Channels | NO |
| Format | FIXED POINT |
| Integrated Cache | NO |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDIP-T8 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of External Interrupts | 1 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 6 |
| Number of Timers | 5 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 8 |
| PWM Channels | YES |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | DIP8,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 64 |
| ROM (words) | 1792 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Speed | 20MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 3.35mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 4.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | MICROCONTROLLER, RISC |
| Package | Dual-In-Line Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC12F615-I/P:
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC12 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDIP8
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDIP8
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC12 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDIP8
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC12 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDIP8
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC12 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDIP8
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC12 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDIP8
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the PIC12F615-I/P ADC enable a standalone temperature sensor without external ICs?
The PIC12F615-I/P includes an on-chip ADC that directly digitizes analog voltages from a thermistor or temperature sensor IC into a readable value using the 8-bit core at up to 8 MHz. This eliminates a separate ADC chip, reducing BOM by 1 to 2 components and shrinking the PCB. The 8-pin PDIP package provides enough pins for sensor input, power supply, and 2 to 3 digital output channels simultaneously.
For a fan speed controller running from a 3 V coin cell, how does PIC12F615-I/P suit the power budget?
The PIC12F615-I/P operates down to a 2 V supply at 8 MHz, making it compatible with a 3 V CR2032 coin cell throughout its discharge curve. In sleep mode the device draws only a few microamps, allowing the coin cell to power the controller for several months between replacements. With the internal 8 MHz oscillator, no external crystal is needed, further reducing current draw and BOM cost.
When would PIC12F615-I/P be chosen over PIC12F675 in a production design?
PIC12F615-I/P is preferred when a design requires a comparator peripheral or capture module not available on the PIC12F675, but at a similar price point. Both share the 8-pin PDIP package and operate from 2 V to 5.5 V supply ranges with an internal 8 MHz oscillator, maintaining pin and footprint compatibility. For designs needing the enhanced timer modules and comparator included in the 615, migrating from the 675 requires only firmware changes, not a PCB respin.
How many analog input channels does PIC12F615-I/P support and what signal conditioning does it require?
The PIC12F615-I/P provides up to 4 analog input channels on its 8 configurable GPIO pins, with an internal voltage reference simplifying single-supply designs. For most resistive sensor inputs, a simple RC low-pass filter with a 100 nF capacitor and 1 kohm series resistor is sufficient to reduce noise before the ADC input. This minimal signal conditioning keeps external component count to just 2 passives per channel.
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| Qty. | Unit Price | Ext. Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1+ | $1.2400 | $1.24 |
| 25+ | $1.0900 | $27.25 |
| 100+ | $1.0300 | $103.00 |
| 1000+ | $0.9300 | $930.00 |
| 5000+ | $0.9000 | $4500.00 |
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