PIC16F1579-E/GZ Microchip Integrated Circuit (Quad Flat No-Lead) In Stock
The PIC16F1579-E/GZ is an 8-bit PIC microcontroller with 14 KB flash, 1 KB RAM, 32 MHz maximum clock, 16-bit PWM, and 10-bit ADC channels, packaged in a 20-pin UQFN for compact embedded control applications.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Quad Flat No-Lead
- Pin Count
- 20
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16F1579-E/GZ Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 14 KB flash program memory for moderate-complexity firmware
- 1 KB RAM for data buffering in 8-bit control tasks
- 16-bit PWM for precision motor speed and LED dimming control
- 10-bit ADC for accurate analog sensor acquisition
- 32 MHz maximum clock frequency for fast interrupt response
- 20-pin UQFN ultra-compact package for space-constrained designs
- Integrated DAC channels for analog output signal generation
Applications
The PIC16F1579-E/GZ is suited for motor speed control, fan regulation, and LED dimming applications that benefit from its 16-bit PWM and 10-bit ADC. It is used in consumer appliances, HVAC controls, and small industrial actuators requiring a low-cost 8-bit MCU in a minimal 20-pin UQFN footprint. Wearable and IoT sensor node designs leverage its compact package and built-in DAC for integrated analog signal generation.
Specifications
| Manufacturer Package Code | UQFN-20 |
| Factory Lead Time | 7Weeks |
| YTEOL | 13 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Bit Size | 8 |
| Boundary Scan | NO |
| CPU Family | PIC16 |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 32MHz |
| DAC Channels | YES |
| DMA Channels | NO |
| Format | FIXED POINT |
| Integrated Cache | NO |
| JESD-30 Code | S-PQCC-N20 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of External Interrupts | 1 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 18 |
| Number of Serial I/Os | 1 |
| Number of Timers | 7 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 8 |
| PWM Channels | YES |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | LCC20,.16SQ,20 |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | CHIP CARRIER, HEAT SINK/SLUG, VERY THIN PROFILE |
| RAM (bytes) | 1024 |
| ROM (words) | 14336 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Speed | 20MHz |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 2.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 3V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | AUTOMOTIVE |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | NO LEAD |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.5mm |
| Terminal Position | QUAD |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | MICROCONTROLLER, RISC |
| Package | Quad Flat No-Lead |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much program memory and RAM does the PIC16F1579-E/GZ provide for embedded firmware?
The PIC16F1579-E/GZ includes 14 KB of flash program memory and 1 KB of SRAM. This combination supports moderately complex control algorithms, lookup tables, and communication buffers within a single 8-bit device, eliminating the need for external memory in most sensor interface or motor control applications.
What PWM resolution does the PIC16F1579-E/GZ offer and how does it benefit motor or LED control?
The PIC16F1579-E/GZ provides 16-bit PWM resolution, delivering up to 65,536 discrete duty cycle steps compared to 8-bit or 10-bit PWM peripherals. This fine resolution enables smooth motor speed ramps and flicker-free LED dimming over a wide brightness range, which is critical in applications where perceptible steps in output brightness or torque are unacceptable.
Which ADC resolution and input count does the PIC16F1579-E/GZ include for sensor acquisition?
The PIC16F1579-E/GZ integrates a 10-bit ADC with multiple input channels, providing 1024-step analog resolution suitable for temperature sensors, potentiometers, and current shunt measurements. The 10-bit resolution yields approximately 4.88 mV per step on a 5 V reference, which meets typical accuracy requirements in industrial and consumer control applications.
How compact is the PIC16F1579-E/GZ package and what board area does it require?
The PIC16F1579-E/GZ uses a 20-pin UQFN (Ultra Quad Flat No-Lead) package, one of the smallest available for this microcontroller family. UQFN packages typically occupy less than 4 mm × 4 mm of PCB area, making this device ideal for wearable sensors, small IoT nodes, and tightly packed appliance control boards where board real estate is at a premium.
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