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.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 18
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16F1826-I/SO Datasheet PDF
- 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
What are the key features of PIC16F1826-I/SO?
- 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
What is PIC16F1826-I/SO used for?
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.
What are the specifications of PIC16F1826-I/SO?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOIC-18 |
| Factory Lead Time | 5Weeks |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Additional Feature | IT ALSO OPERATES 1.8 V AT 16 MHZ |
| 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-G18 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of External Interrupts | 1 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 16 |
| Number of Serial I/Os | 1 |
| Number of Timers | 5 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 8 |
| PWM Channels | YES |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP18,.4 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 256 |
| ROM (words) | 3584 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Speed | 32MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 7.6mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 2.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 3.3V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 40 |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | MICROCONTROLLER, RISC |
| ## PIC16F1826-I/SO Alternates Showing results | Image |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Where can I find the PIC16F1826-I/SO datasheet?
PIC16F1826-I/SO Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for PIC16F1826-I/SO?
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16F1826-I/SO:
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RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 32MHz, CMOS, PDSO20
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 32MHz, CMOS, PDSO18
20 Pin, 3.5 KB Flash, 256 RAM, 32 MHz Int. Osc, 16 I/O, EnhMidRange
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 32MHz, CMOS, PDSO20
20 Pin, 3.5 KB Flash, 256 RAM, 32 MHz Int. Osc, 16 I/0, EnhMidRange
18 Pin, 7 KB Flash, 384 RAM, 32 MHz Int. Osc, 16 I/0, EnhMidRange
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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