PIC16F15256-I/SS Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
PIC16F15256-I/SS is a Microchip 8-bit PIC microcontroller with 28 KB Flash, 2 KB RAM, 10-bit ADC, dual PWM/CCP modules, EUSART, and SPI/I2C interfaces running at up to 32 MHz. It operates from 1.8 V minimum at 16 MHz with XLP ultra-low-power technology in a 28-pin SSOP package, suitable for cost-sensitive embedded control applications.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 28
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16F15256-I/SS 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
What are the key features of PIC16F15256-I/SS?
- 28 KB Flash program memory with 2 KB RAM provides ample storage for moderately complex control firmware without external memory
- 10-bit ADC with multiple input channels enables precise analog sensor measurements in industrial and consumer embedded designs
- XLP (eXtreme Low Power) technology achieves sleep currents below 1 µA for extended battery life in portable and IoT sensing applications
- Peripheral Pin Select (PPS) allows flexible remapping of UART, SPI, I2C, and PWM peripherals to any digital I/O pin
- 1.8 V minimum operating voltage at 16 MHz enables direct battery operation from single-cell lithium or 2-cell AAA battery supplies
What is PIC16F15256-I/SS used for?
The PIC16F15256-I/SS is well suited for battery-powered sensor nodes, home automation controllers, and industrial I/O interface modules where an 8-bit microcontroller with ample Flash, dual PWM outputs, and multi-protocol serial communication is needed at low active current. Its 32 MHz maximum clock frequency and integrated 10-bit ADC make it a practical choice for embedded thermostat controllers, motor speed regulators using the dual CCP/PWM channels, and EUSART-based RS-232 or RS-485 protocol implementations. The SSOP-28 package and wide 1.8 V to 5.5 V supply range also enable drop-in compatibility with 3.3 V and 5 V system designs without level shifters.
What are the specifications of PIC16F15256-I/SS?
| Manufacturer Package Code | SSOP-28 |
| Factory Lead Time | 6Weeks |
| YTEOL | 23 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Additional Feature | OPERATES AT 1.8V MIN @ 16 MHZ |
| Bit Size | 8 |
| Boundary Scan | NO |
| CPU Family | PIC16 |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 32MHz |
| DAC Channels | NO |
| DMA Channels | NO |
| Format | FIXED POINT |
| Integrated Cache | NO |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G28 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of External Interrupts | 1 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 26 |
| 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 | SSOP28,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, SHRINK PITCH |
| RAM (bytes) | 2048 |
| ROM (words) | 28672 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Speed | 32MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 3.6mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 2.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.65mm |
| 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 | 3A991.a.2 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.15 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Where can I find the PIC16F15256-I/SS datasheet?
PIC16F15256-I/SS Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for PIC16F15256-I/SS?
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16F15256-I/SS:
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 32MHz, CMOS, PDSO28
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 32MHz, CMOS, PDIP28
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 32MHz, CMOS, PDIP28
14KB Flash,1KB RAM,10b ADC,2xPWM,2xCCP,HLT,WDT,PPS,EUSART,SPI/I2C,XLP
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Flash and RAM size of the PIC16F15256-I/SS, and how much firmware can it hold?
The PIC16F15256-I/SS contains 28 KB of Flash program memory and 2 KB of SRAM data memory, providing storage for approximately 14,000 14-bit PIC16 instructions and enough RAM for variable buffers, UART receive queues, and sensor data arrays in a typical embedded control application. This combination is sufficient for running a bare-metal control loop with MODBUS RTU protocol, 10-bit ADC averaging, and dual PWM motor control simultaneously without exceeding memory limits.
What is the maximum clock frequency of the PIC16F15256-I/SS, and at what voltage can it run at full speed?
The PIC16F15256-I/SS supports a maximum clock frequency of 32 MHz, achievable from a 2.3 V to 5.5 V supply using the internal oscillator or an external crystal. At the reduced voltage of 1.8 V, the device operates up to 16 MHz, which is sufficient for most sensor acquisition and communication tasks in battery-powered designs where supply voltage drops as the battery discharges below 2.3 V.
How does the Peripheral Pin Select (PPS) feature benefit PCB layout for the PIC16F15256-I/SS?
The PPS feature allows the EUSART TX/RX, SPI SCK/MOSI/MISO, I2C SDA/SCL, PWM outputs, and CCP capture inputs to be freely assigned to any of the digital I/O pins rather than fixed to specific package pins. This means PCB designers can route the UART signals to the most convenient pin locations for their connector layout, avoiding PCB traces that cross or detour around the SSOP-28 package, which is especially valuable on 2-layer PCBs with tight routing constraints.
What sleep current does the PIC16F15256-I/SS achieve with XLP technology, and how long can it run from a coin cell?
The PIC16F15256-I/SS XLP sleep mode achieves a typical sleep current below 1 µA at 3.3 V with the watchdog timer (WDT) enabled for periodic wake-up. A CR2032 coin cell with approximately 225 mAh capacity can sustain the device in sleep mode for over 25 years of calendar time, or operate a system that wakes every 1 second, samples a 10-bit ADC reading in under 1 ms at 1 mA active current, and returns to sleep for a total battery life exceeding 5 years.
When would you choose the PIC16F15256-I/SS over the PIC16F15225 for an SSOP-based embedded design?
Choose the PIC16F15256-I/SS over the PIC16F15225 when your firmware requires more than 14 KB of Flash program storage or more than 1 KB of SRAM, as the PIC16F15256 doubles the Flash to 28 KB and RAM to 2 KB compared to the PIC16F15225. If your application involves MODBUS RTU over EUSART, multiple display drive routines, or a USB HID emulation layer that exceeds 14 KB of compiled code, the PIC16F15256-I/SS in the same 28-pin SSOP footprint is a pin-compatible upgrade path without requiring a new PCB layout.
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