PIC16F1826-I/SO Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock

PIC16F1826-I/SO is an 8-bit PIC16 microcontroller with 3.5 KB Flash, 16 I/O pins, and up to 32 MHz internal oscillator. Operates down to 1.8 V at 16 MHz for low-power battery applications, and includes ADC, UART, SPI, and I2C peripherals in an SOIC-18 package. Suited for cost-sensitive embedded control and sensor interface designs.

ACTIVEIntegrated CircuitVerified Jun 2026
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PIC16F1826-I/SOSmall Outline Packages
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
Microchip
Package
Small Outline Packages
Pin Count
18
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Integrated Circuit
Price
From $0.4058(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 with 3.5 KB Flash and up to 32 MHz operation
  • 16 I/O pins in a compact SOIC-18 package
  • Low-voltage operation from 1.8 V at 16 MHz for battery-powered designs
  • Integrated ADC, UART, SPI, and I2C peripherals
  • Internal oscillator eliminates external crystal for BOM savings
  • Wide supply range from 1.8 V to 5.5 V for flexible system integration

Applications

The PIC16F1826-I/SO is designed for low-cost, low-power embedded applications such as home appliance control, LED lighting drivers, and simple sensor data acquisition where an 8-bit core with minimal BOM is preferred over larger microcontrollers. Its 1.8 V operation at 16 MHz makes it suitable for battery-powered devices including remote controls, environmental monitors, and wearable sensor nodes that must run for months on AA or coin-cell batteries. The 16 I/O pins and integrated peripherals cover most simple control tasks within the compact SOIC-18 footprint.

Specifications

Pbfree CodeYes
Manufacturer Package CodeSOIC-18
Factory Lead Time5Weeks
YTEOL9
Has ADCYES
Additional FeatureIT ALSO OPERATES 1.8 V AT 16 MHZ
Bit Size8
Boundary ScanNO
CPU FamilyPIC16
Clock Frequency-Max20MHz
DAC ChannelsYES
DMA ChannelsNO
FormatFIXED POINT
Integrated CacheNO
JESD-30 CodeR-PDSO-G18
JESD-609 Codee3
Low Power ModeYES
Number of External Interrupts1
Number of I/O Lines16
Number of Serial I/Os1
Number of Timers5
On Chip Program ROM Width8
PWM ChannelsYES
Package Body MaterialPLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence CodeSOP18,.4
Package ShapeRECTANGULAR
Package StyleSMALL OUTLINE
Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel)260
Qualification StatusNot Qualified
RAM (bytes)256
ROM (words)3584
ROM ProgrammabilityFLASH
Screening LevelTS 16949
Speed32MHz
Supply Current-Max7.6mA
Supply Voltage-Max5.5V
Supply Voltage-Min2.5V
Supply Voltage-Nom3.3V
Surface MountYES
TechnologyCMOS
Temperature GradeINDUSTRIAL
Terminal FinishMatte Tin (Sn)
Terminal FormGULL WING
Terminal Pitch1.27mm
Terminal PositionDUAL
Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s)40
uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs TypeMICROCONTROLLER, RISC
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PackageSmall Outline Packages

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
Moisture Sensitivity LevelMSL 1
ECCNEAR99
HTS Code8542.31.00.01
Country of OriginThailand

Datasheet

PIC16F1826-I/SO Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Microchip

Alternate & Equivalent Parts

Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16F1826-I/SO:

PIC16F1826-I/SSMicrochip Technology Inc

RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 32MHz, CMOS, PDSO20

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PIC16F1827-I/SOMicrochip Technology Inc

RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 32MHz, CMOS, PDSO18

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PIC16F1826-E/SSMicrochip Technology Inc

20 Pin, 3.5 KB Flash, 256 RAM, 32 MHz Int. Osc, 16 I/O, EnhMidRange

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PIC16F1827-I/SSMicrochip Technology Inc

RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 32MHz, CMOS, PDSO20

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PIC16LF1826-I/SSMicrochip Technology Inc

20 Pin, 3.5 KB Flash, 256 RAM, 32 MHz Int. Osc, 16 I/0, EnhMidRange

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PIC16LF1827-I/SOMicrochip Technology Inc

18 Pin, 7 KB Flash, 384 RAM, 32 MHz Int. Osc, 16 I/0, EnhMidRange

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Frequently Asked Questions

At what minimum supply voltage can the PIC16F1826-I/SO operate, and what clock speed is available at that voltage?

The PIC16F1826-I/SO operates down to 1.8 V supply voltage while running its internal oscillator at up to 16 MHz, enabling integration into single-cell LiPo or two-cell alkaline battery systems without a boost converter. At the standard 3.3 V or 5 V supply, the maximum clock frequency increases to 32 MHz, providing flexibility to trade speed for power consumption based on the application duty cycle.

How does the internal oscillator of the PIC16F1826-I/SO simplify BOM in a high-volume appliance control design?

The on-chip oscillator supports frequencies from 31 kHz to 32 MHz without any external crystal or ceramic resonator, removing 2 passive components and the associated PCB real estate from the design. In high-volume consumer appliance production where BOM cost is critical, saving one crystal (typically $0.05 to $0.15 each) multiplied across millions of units yields meaningful cost reduction, while also improving vibration immunity compared to external resonator circuits.

Which communication peripherals on the PIC16F1826-I/SO allow it to interface with common external sensors and EEPROM ICs?

The PIC16F1826-I/SO integrates UART (asynchronous serial), SPI (up to 4 MHz master mode), and I2C (up to 400 kHz fast mode) interfaces, covering the three most common protocols used by temperature sensors, EEPROM memories, and display drivers. The on-chip ADC with up to 11 channels allows direct connection of resistive or voltage-output analog sensors without external signal conditioning at 10-bit resolution.

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