PIC16LF1503-I/P Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
The PIC16LF1503-I/P is an 8-bit PIC microcontroller with up to 20 MHz clock speed and 1.8 V minimum supply voltage. It integrates ADC, DAC, and PWM peripherals in a 14-pin DIP package. Suitable for low-power embedded control in consumer and industrial applications.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 14
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16LF1503-I/P Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.2900(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 PIC16LF1503-I/P?
- 1.8 V to 5.5 V wide operating voltage range for battery and regulated supply designs
- Integrated 8-channel ADC plus DAC output for mixed-signal control loops
- Up to 20 MHz clock with internal oscillator saving external crystal cost
- Multiple PWM channels for motor and LED dimming control
- 14-pin DIP package with breadboard-friendly 2.54 mm pitch for prototyping
What is PIC16LF1503-I/P used for?
The PIC16LF1503-I/P is widely used in low-power sensor interface boards, home automation controls, and small appliance motor drive circuits. Its on-chip DAC and multi-channel ADC make it a natural fit for proportional control systems such as temperature regulators and dimmer controls powered from a single 3.3 V rail. Embedded designers also choose it for rapid prototyping on solderless breadboards, leveraging the classic 14-pin DIP form factor alongside Microchip's free MPLAB IDE ecosystem.
What are the specifications of PIC16LF1503-I/P?
| Manufacturer Package Code | PDIP-14 |
| Factory Lead Time | 6Weeks |
| YTEOL | 14 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Additional Feature | ALSO OPERATES AT 1.8V MIN SUPPLY 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-PDIP-T14 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of External Interrupts | 1 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 12 |
| Number of Timers | 3 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 14 |
| PWM Channels | YES |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | DIP14,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 128 |
| RAM (words) | 128 |
| ROM (words) | 2048 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Speed | 20MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 1.8mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 3.6V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 3V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 3V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | MICROCONTROLLER, RISC |
| Package | Dual-In-Line Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.15 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Where can I find the PIC16LF1503-I/P datasheet?
PIC16LF1503-I/P Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for PIC16LF1503-I/P?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum supply voltage for PIC16LF1503-I/P and at what clock speed can it run from that voltage?
The PIC16LF1503-I/P operates down to 1.8 V minimum supply, and at that voltage it can run at up to 16 MHz. This enables direct battery operation from two AA cells or a single lithium-ion cell in its discharged state, making it suitable for energy-conscious IoT edge devices that must remain operational as the battery drains.
Does PIC16LF1503-I/P include an on-chip DAC, and what resolution does it offer?
Yes, the PIC16LF1503-I/P includes a 5-bit DAC capable of generating 32 discrete analog output levels, referenced to the supply voltage or an internal reference. This is sufficient for simple bias generation, threshold setting, and low-resolution waveform synthesis without external DAC ICs, reducing component count in space-constrained designs.
How many ADC channels does PIC16LF1503-I/P provide, and what is the resolution?
The PIC16LF1503-I/P provides up to 8 ADC input channels with 10-bit resolution, yielding 1024 discrete steps. At a 20 MHz clock the conversion time is approximately 2 µs per sample. This makes it capable of multiplexed sensor scanning for light, temperature, and pressure transducers in data-logging or closed-loop control applications.
Which package is PIC16LF1503-I/P supplied in and how does that help during prototyping?
The PIC16LF1503-I/P comes in a 14-pin PDIP package with 2.54 mm (100 mil) lead pitch. This pin spacing fits directly into standard solderless breadboards and DIP sockets, allowing engineers to swap devices without soldering during early firmware development. The package is also hand-solderable on through-hole PCBs, which simplifies low-volume assembly in university labs and maker projects.
When would a designer choose PIC16LF1503-I/P over a higher-pin-count PIC variant for a compact control board?
For applications requiring fewer than 12 GPIO pins, on-chip ADC, and a DAC reference, the PIC16LF1503-I/P delivers necessary peripherals in 14 pins at lower unit cost compared to 20-pin or 28-pin PIC16 variants. Its 2 KB flash and 128-byte RAM are sufficient for simple state-machine firmware, keeping the BOM tight and board area under 5 cm² for compact control modules.
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