PIC16F1459-I/SO Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
PIC16F1459-I/SO is an 8-bit PIC microcontroller with up to 48 MHz operation, 14 KB Flash memory, 1024 bytes RAM, and USB 2.0 Full Speed capability in a 20-pin SOIC package. It targets cost-sensitive embedded applications including USB HID devices, sensor interfaces, and handheld consumer electronics.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 20
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16F1459-I/SO Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.4100(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 PIC16 core running up to 48 MHz clock frequency
- 14 KB Flash program memory with 1024 bytes SRAM
- Integrated USB 2.0 Full Speed device controller
- 12-channel, 10-bit ADC with multiple analog inputs
- Low-power design with XLP technology for battery applications
- 20-pin SOIC package for compact board layouts
Applications
PIC16F1459-I/SO is well suited for low-cost USB peripheral designs such as HID keyboards, barcode scanners, and USB-to-serial bridges. It is also used in sensor acquisition nodes, smart home accessories, and portable medical devices where 8-bit compute power and on-chip USB eliminate the need for an external USB bridge chip.
Specifications
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOIC-20 |
| Factory Lead Time | 4Weeks |
| YTEOL | 14 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Bit Size | 8 |
| Boundary Scan | NO |
| CPU Family | PIC16 |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 20MHz |
| DAC Channels | YES |
| DMA Channels | NO |
| Format | FIXED POINT |
| Integrated Cache | NO |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G20 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of External Interrupts | 1 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 17 |
| Number of Serial I/Os | 1 |
| Number of Timers | 4 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 8 |
| PWM Channels | YES |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP20,.4 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| RAM (bytes) | 1024 |
| RAM (words) | 1024 |
| ROM (words) | 14336 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Speed | 48MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 292mA |
| 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) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Philippines, Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast can the PIC16F1459-I/SO run, and what supply voltage does it require?
The PIC16F1459-I/SO operates at up to 48 MHz when using the internal PLL with a USB clock source, and it runs from a 2.3 V to 5.5 V supply, making it compatible with both 3.3 V and 5 V system designs.
Can the PIC16F1459-I/SO support a USB HID device without an external bridge chip?
Yes. The device integrates a USB 2.0 Full Speed device controller, so a USB HID design needs only a 20-pin SOIC footprint, a 20 MHz crystal or the 48 MHz internal clock path, and minimal passive components to enumerate on a host PC.
What analog measurement capability does the PIC16F1459-I/SO provide for sensor designs?
The microcontroller includes a 12-channel, 10-bit ADC, enabling simultaneous sampling from multiple sensors such as temperature, pressure, or current transducers at up to 100 ksps conversion rate for typical embedded measurement applications.
How does the SOIC-20 package affect PCB area compared to larger PIC packages in the same family?
The 20-pin SOIC body measures approximately 12.8 mm x 7.5 mm with 1.27 mm pitch, offering a compact footprint compared to 28-pin or 40-pin DIP variants and compatible with standard SMT reflow assembly at 1.27 mm pad spacing.
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