PIC16F1938-E/SS Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
Microchip PIC16F1938-E/SS is an 8-bit PIC microcontroller running at up to 32 MHz with 16384 words of Flash program memory. It features built-in ADC and DAC channels in a compact 28-pin SSOP package. Available from stock worldwide with fast shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 28
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16F1938-E/SS Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $1.9600(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 8-bit PIC16 CPU core clocked up to 32 MHz for real-time control tasks
- 16384 words of on-chip Flash program memory with self-write capability
- Integrated ADC and DAC channels enabling analog signal acquisition without external components
- 28-pin SSOP package minimizing PCB footprint in space-constrained designs
- RoHS-compliant, Pb-free construction meeting modern environmental standards
Applications
The PIC16F1938-E/SS is well suited for embedded control systems such as home appliance controllers, industrial sensor interfaces, and motor drive applications that require compact 8-bit processing at 32 MHz. Its integrated ADC and DAC channels make it ideal for data acquisition nodes, handheld measurement instruments, and HVAC control boards. The 28-pin SSOP footprint fits naturally into space-constrained PCB layouts for IoT edge devices and consumer electronics.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SSOP-28 |
| Factory Lead Time | 6Weeks |
| YTEOL | 8 |
| 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 | R-PDSO-G28 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of External Interrupts | 1 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 25 |
| Number of Serial I/Os | 1 |
| Number of Timers | 8 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 8 |
| PWM Channels | YES |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP28,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, SHRINK PITCH |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 1024 |
| ROM (words) | 28672 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Speed | 32MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 4.1mA |
| 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 | 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 | Philippines, Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16F1938-E/SS:
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 32MHz, CMOS, PDSO28
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 32MHz, CMOS, PDSO28
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 32MHz, CMOS, PDSO28
28KB Flash, 2KB RAM, HEF, HS Comp, 10b DAC, OpAmp, COG, ZCD, PRG, 100mA I/Os
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 32MHz, CMOS, PDSO28
Frequently Asked Questions
What clock frequency does the PIC16F1938-E/SS support, and how does that affect real-time control loop timing?
The PIC16F1938-E/SS operates at up to 32 MHz, giving an instruction cycle of approximately 125 ns. This allows tight control loops in motor drive or sensor polling applications to execute thousands of iterations per second without external clock hardware.
How much program storage does the PIC16F1938-E/SS provide, and is it sufficient for mid-complexity firmware?
It offers 16384 words of Flash program memory, which is ample for mid-complexity firmware including peripheral drivers, communication stacks such as I2C or SPI, and application logic, all within a single 8-bit device running at 32 MHz.
When would an engineer choose the PIC16F1938-E/SS over a larger 32-bit MCU for a cost-sensitive design?
For designs requiring 8-bit control at 32 MHz with integrated ADC and DAC in a 28-pin SSOP, the PIC16F1938-E/SS delivers the necessary peripherals at lower unit cost and lower power than many 32-bit alternatives, making it attractive in high-volume consumer or industrial production.
Does the PIC16F1938-E/SS meet RoHS compliance requirements for modern PCB assembly?
Yes, the PIC16F1938-E/SS carries a Pb-free designation and is RoHS compliant. It is manufactured in a 28-pin SSOP package compatible with standard lead-free soldering profiles used in modern surface-mount assembly lines.
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