PIC16F684-I/ML Microchip Integrated Circuit (Quad Flat No-Lead) In Stock
The PIC16F684-I/ML is an 8-bit PIC microcontroller running at up to 20 MHz with integrated ADC, timers, and comparators in a compact 16-pin QFN package. It operates from 2 V to 5.5 V and includes 3.5 KB flash and 128 bytes of SRAM. Available from distributors with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Quad Flat No-Lead
- Pin Count
- 16
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16F684-I/ML Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $1.5100(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 at up to 20 MHz with 3.5 KB flash and 128 B SRAM for embedded control
- Integrated 8-channel 10-bit ADC enables direct analog sensor reading without external converter
- Low 2 V minimum supply voltage allows 8 MHz operation from a single cell battery
- 16-pin QFN package provides compact 3 mm x 3 mm footprint for miniaturized designs
Applications
The PIC16F684-I/ML is used in compact embedded control applications such as sensor interfaces, consumer appliance controllers, and small motor drives where a low-cost 8-bit MCU with integrated analog peripherals is needed. Its ability to operate at 2 V from a single-cell battery makes it ideal for handheld and wearable designs with strict power constraints. The 16-pin QFN form factor suits space-critical PCB designs in smart home sensors and IoT end nodes.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | VQFN-16 |
| Factory Lead Time | 6Weeks |
| YTEOL | 8 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Additional Feature | ALSO OPERATES AT 2V SUPPLY AT 8 MHZ |
| Bit Size | 8 |
| Boundary Scan | NO |
| CPU Family | PIC16 |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 20MHz |
| DAC Channels | NO |
| DMA Channels | NO |
| Format | FIXED POINT |
| Integrated Cache | NO |
| JESD-30 Code | S-PQCC-N16 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of External Interrupts | 1 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 12 |
| Number of Timers | 5 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 8 |
| PWM Channels | YES |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | LCC16,.16SQ,25 |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | CHIP CARRIER, HEAT SINK/SLUG, VERY THIN PROFILE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 128 |
| ROM (words) | 3584 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Speed | 20MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 3.35mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 4.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | NO LEAD |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.65mm |
| 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) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What ADC resolution and channel count does PIC16F684-I/ML provide for sensor interfacing?
The PIC16F684-I/ML includes an 8-channel, 10-bit ADC providing 1024 counts of resolution. At a 5 V reference, this yields approximately 4.9 mV per LSB, sufficient for most resistive sensor, thermistor, and potentiometer reading applications without external ADC ICs. The 8 multiplexed channels allow connecting multiple analog sensors to a single MCU.
Can PIC16F684-I/ML operate from a single AA or AAA battery, and at what clock speed?
Yes, the PIC16F684-I/ML operates down to 2 V, which covers the usable discharge range of an AA or AAA alkaline cell. At 2 V supply, it runs at up to 8 MHz, allowing full firmware execution including ADC sampling, PWM generation, and UART communication, making it well-suited for coin-cell or single-cell battery-powered sensor devices.
How does the 16-pin QFN package of PIC16F684-I/ML benefit miniaturized PCB designs?
The 16-pin QFN package measures 3 mm x 3 mm with a 0.5 mm pin pitch, reducing PCB area to roughly 9 mm², which is approximately 60% smaller than a 16-pin SOIC package at 25 mm². This allows PIC16F684-I/ML to fit in ultra-compact sensor nodes, smart labels, and wearable electronics where board real estate is at a premium.
Which communication peripherals are available on PIC16F684-I/ML for connecting to external devices?
The PIC16F684-I/ML includes a synchronous serial port (SSP) supporting both SPI and I2C modes, plus an Enhanced USART for asynchronous serial communication. This allows the 8-bit MCU to interface with SPI sensors, I2C EEPROMs, and UART-connected GPS or Bluetooth modules simultaneously, covering most embedded communication scenarios in a 16-pin device.
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