PIC16LF1518-I/SS Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
Microchip PIC16LF1518 is an 8-bit PIC microcontroller with 28 KB flash, 1024 bytes RAM, and 20 MHz clock in a 28-pin SSOP package. It operates down to 1.8 V supply and integrates ADC, MSSP, and enhanced mid-range core. Available in stock worldwide with competitive pricing.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 28
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16LF1518-I/SS Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $1.3000(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
- Low-voltage operation from 1.8 V to 3.6 V enables direct use in battery-powered and energy-harvesting designs
- 28 KB flash program memory with enhanced mid-range PIC16 core supports complex firmware without external storage
- Integrated 10-bit ADC with multiple input channels and MSSP (SPI/I2C) peripherals for versatile sensor interfacing
Applications
The PIC16LF1518-I/SS targets battery-operated consumer electronics, portable medical monitors, and low-voltage industrial sensors where 1.8 V minimum supply is critical. Its 28-pin SSOP form factor suits space-constrained designs while the 10-bit ADC with multiple channels handles multi-sensor data acquisition. The chip's MSSP peripheral supports both SPI and I2C communication for connecting displays, EEPROMs, and wireless modules.
Specifications
| Manufacturer Package Code | SSOP-28 |
| Factory Lead Time | 5Weeks |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Additional Feature | ALSO OPERATES AT 1.8 V MINIMUM SUPPLY AT 16 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 | R-PDSO-G28 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of External Interrupts | 1 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 25 |
| 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 | SSOP28,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 1024 |
| RAM (words) | 1024 |
| ROM (words) | 16384 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Speed | 20MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 2.1mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 3.6V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 3V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 3V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.65mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 40 |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | MICROCONTROLLER, RISC |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.15 |
| Country of Origin | Philippines, Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16LF1518-I/SS:
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDSO28
Frequently Asked Questions
At which minimum supply voltage can the PIC16LF1518-I/SS maintain full 20 MHz operation?
The PIC16LF1518-I/SS operates at up to 20 MHz but requires at least 2.3 V for the full clock rate. At the minimum 1.8 V supply, the device runs at up to 16 MHz. This makes it ideal for lithium coin-cell and dual-AA battery designs that drop below 2.3 V near end of life.
How much program and data memory does the PIC16LF1518-I/SS include for embedded firmware storage?
The device includes 28 KB of flash program memory, 1024 bytes of SRAM for runtime data, and 256 bytes of EEPROM for persistent configuration storage. This combination supports complex control algorithms and parameter retention in metering, sensor, and actuator applications without external memory chips.
For a compact IoT sensor node, how suitable is the SSOP-28 package of the PIC16LF1518-I/SS?
The SSOP-28 package measures approximately 10 mm by 5.3 mm with 0.65 mm pin pitch, fitting on tight PCB layouts common in IoT sensor modules. With 25 available I/O pins and integrated ADC, UART, SPI, and I2C, the device connects directly to sensors and radio modules without external logic, reducing board area.
Which scenarios make the PIC16LF1518-I/SS a better choice than PIC16F1518 in a new design?
The LF variant is preferred when the system operates from a 1.8 V to 3.6 V rail, such as in Li-ion battery or energy-harvesting designs. The standard PIC16F1518 requires at least 2.3 V across its full temperature range. If the application must survive below 2.3 V (coin-cell depletion or low-dropout regulators), the LF variant is the correct selection.
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| Qty. | Unit Price | Ext. Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1+ | $1.8100 | $1.81 |
| 5+ | $1.6700 | $8.35 |
| 10+ | $1.5900 | $15.90 |
| 100+ | $1.4900 | $149.00 |
| 1000+ | $1.3800 | $1380.00 |
| 5000+ | $1.3000 | $6500.00 |
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