PIC16LF1946-I/PT Microchip Integrated Circuit (Quad Flat Packages) In Stock
Microchip PIC16LF1946-I/PT is a low-power 8-bit PIC16 microcontroller with 14KB Flash, 1.8V minimum operation at 16 MHz, and 32 MHz max clock in a 64-pin TQFP package. Includes ADC and wide voltage range.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Quad Flat Packages
- Pin Count
- 64
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16LF1946-I/PT Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $2.3900(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 up to 32 MHz with 1.8 V minimum supply at 16 MHz for ultra-low-voltage system designs
- 14 KB Flash program memory paired with 64-pin TQFP package to support complex firmware with ample I/O expansion
- Integrated ADC and enhanced peripheral set supporting multi-channel analog acquisition in 2.5 V, 3.3 V, and 5 V systems
- Pb-free TQFP-64 packaging enabling RoHS-compliant high-volume manufacturing with standard SMT assembly processes
Applications
The PIC16LF1946-I/PT is designed for industrial control and metering applications that require a wide supply range from 1.8 V to 5 V and a rich peripheral set. Its 64-pin TQFP footprint accommodates demanding I/O count requirements in energy meters, building automation controllers, and motor control units. The 14 KB Flash capacity supports complex communication stacks alongside control algorithms in a single-chip solution.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | TQFP-64 |
| Factory Lead Time | 8Weeks |
| YTEOL | 8 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Additional Feature | OPERATES WITH 1.8V MIN @ 16 MHZ |
| Bit Size | 16 |
| Boundary Scan | NO |
| CPU Family | PIC16 |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 32MHz |
| DAC Channels | NO |
| DMA Channels | NO |
| Format | FIXED POINT |
| Integrated Cache | NO |
| JESD-30 Code | S-PQFP-G64 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of External Interrupts | 1 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 54 |
| Number of Serial I/Os | 2 |
| Number of Timers | 8 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 14 |
| PWM Channels | YES |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | TQFP64,.47SQ |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | FLATPACK, THIN PROFILE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 512 |
| ROM (words) | 8192 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Speed | 32MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 4.3mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 3.6V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 2.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 3.3V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.5mm |
| Terminal Position | QUAD |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 40 |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | MICROCONTROLLER, RISC |
| Package | Quad Flat Packages |
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 | Philippines, Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16LF1946-I/PT:
RISC Microcontroller, 16-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 32MHz, CMOS, PQFP64
Frequently Asked Questions
At what supply voltage can PIC16LF1946-I/PT operate at 16 MHz, and what does that mean for battery-powered designs?
The PIC16LF1946-I/PT operates at a minimum of 1.8 V when running at 16 MHz, which is low enough to run directly from two alkaline cells without a boost converter, significantly simplifying power-supply design and reducing BOM cost in portable devices.
How many I/O pins does the 64-pin TQFP package of PIC16LF1946-I/PT expose for peripheral connectivity?
The TQFP-64 package provides up to 53 general-purpose I/O pins, giving designers sufficient GPIO to interface with LCDs, keypads, sensors, and communication buses simultaneously in a 10 mm x 10 mm footprint without external I/O expanders.
When should a designer choose PIC16LF1946-I/PT over a 28-pin PIC16 device for an energy metering application?
When the application requires more than 28 I/O lines, multi-channel ADC inputs across 3 voltage phases, or a larger 14 KB Flash budget to accommodate calibration routines and communication protocol stacks, the 64-pin PIC16LF1946-I/PT is the appropriate upgrade path while staying within the familiar PIC16 development ecosystem.
What communication interfaces are available on PIC16LF1946-I/PT for connecting to external sensors?
The device integrates multiple UART, SPI, and I2C-compatible MSSP modules operating at up to 32 MHz system clock, enabling simultaneous communication with RS-485 transceivers, SPI-based displays, and I2C sensor ICs on a shared bus at standard 100 kHz and 400 kHz rates.
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