PIC16LF18855-I/ML Microchip Integrated Circuit (Quad Flat No-Lead) In Stock
Microchip PIC16LF18855-I/ML is an 8-bit PIC16F microcontroller running up to 32 MHz with 14 KB Flash and 28-pin QFN package. It integrates ADC, DAC channels, and operates down to 1.8 V, making it ideal for low-power embedded applications. Available from stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Quad Flat No-Lead
- Pin Count
- 28
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16LF18855-I/ML Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $1.1200(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 PIC16F core with 32 MHz max clock and 14 KB Flash for compact embedded designs
- Ultra-low voltage operation down to 1.8 V at 16 MHz enabling battery-powered applications
- Integrated ADC and DAC channels in a compact 28-pin QFN package for mixed-signal sensing
Applications
The PIC16LF18855-I/ML is well suited for low-power IoT sensor nodes, battery-operated consumer electronics, and industrial monitoring systems that require mixed-signal processing in a compact footprint. Its 1.8 V operating capability and 28-pin QFN package make it a strong fit for wearable devices and space-constrained PCB designs. Engineers also deploy it in home automation controllers and portable medical devices where cost-sensitive 8-bit performance is sufficient.
Specifications
| Manufacturer Package Code | VQFN-28 |
| Factory Lead Time | 6Weeks |
| YTEOL | 14 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Additional Feature | ALSO OPERATES AT 1.8 V SUPPLY AT 16 MHZ |
| 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 | S-PQCC-N28 |
| 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 | 7 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 14 |
| PWM Channels | YES |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | LCC28,.24SQ,25 |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | CHIP CARRIER, VERY THIN PROFILE, HEAT SINK/SLUG |
| RAM (bytes) | 1024 |
| RAM (words) | 1024 |
| ROM (words) | 8192 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Screening Level | ISO/TS-16949 |
| Speed | 32MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 4.25mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 3.6V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 2.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 3V |
| 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) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum clock frequency of the PIC16LF18855-I/ML, and how does voltage affect it?
The PIC16LF18855-I/ML supports a maximum clock frequency of 32 MHz when operating at a standard supply voltage, but it is limited to 16 MHz when the supply voltage drops to 1.8 V. This makes it suitable for battery-powered designs that trade speed for reduced energy consumption across a 1.8 V to 5.5 V supply range.
Which low-power embedded applications are best served by the PIC16LF18855-I/ML?
This device targets IoT sensor nodes, portable medical monitors, and home automation controllers that need mixed-signal capabilities within a 28-pin QFN footprint. Its integrated ADC and DAC channels eliminate external components, and operation down to 1.8 V with 14 KB Flash provides sufficient code space for typical control firmware without exceeding a tight power budget.
How does the 28-pin QFN package of the PIC16LF18855-I/ML compare to a DIP or SOIC option for PCB density?
The 28-pin QFN (VQFN-28) package has a much smaller PCB footprint than a standard 28-pin DIP or SOIC, typically measuring around 5 mm x 5 mm versus roughly 35 mm for a DIP package. This space saving of more than 6x is critical for wearable and handheld designs where board area is constrained to a few square centimeters.
Is the PIC16LF18855-I/ML a cost-effective alternative to 32-bit microcontrollers for simple sensing tasks?
Yes. For applications requiring fewer than 8 channels of ADC input and modest firmware logic under 14 KB, the PIC16LF18855-I/ML offers an 8-bit solution at a lower unit cost than comparable 32-bit ARM Cortex-M0 devices. Its 32 MHz clock and integrated peripherals handle most sensor acquisition and filtering loops with a typical factory lead time of 6 weeks.
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