PIC16LF726-I/ML Microchip Integrated Circuit (Quad Flat No-Lead) In Stock
Microchip PIC16LF726 is an 8-bit PIC microcontroller with 14 KB flash, 368 bytes RAM, 20 MHz clock, and 25 I/O pins in a 28-pin VQFN package. It operates from 1.8 V supply with integrated 10-bit ADC and communication peripherals. Available in stock worldwide.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Quad Flat No-Lead
- Pin Count
- 28
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16LF726-I/ML Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $1.8700(MOQ 100)
- 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 1.8 V to 3.6 V operation enables direct battery or regulated low-power supply use without a boost converter
- Compact 28-pin VQFN (4x4 mm) package provides 25 I/O lines in minimal PCB area for space-constrained designs
- Integrated 10-bit ADC with multiple input channels and MSSP peripheral support both SPI and I2C sensor interfacing
Applications
The PIC16LF726-I/ML is suited for portable battery-powered devices, smart home sensors, and wearable electronics where a compact 28-pin QFN footprint and 1.8 V low-voltage operation are required. Its 10-bit ADC enables multi-sensor data collection for temperature, humidity, and light sensing in IoT edge nodes. The MSSP peripheral handles SPI and I2C communication with external flash memories, displays, and wireless modules in space-constrained designs.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | VQFN-28 |
| Factory Lead Time | 6Weeks |
| YTEOL | 8 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Additional Feature | ALSO OPERATES AT 16MHZ AT 1.8V MIN SUPPLY |
| 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-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 | 5 |
| 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 |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 368 |
| ROM (words) | 8192 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Speed | 20MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 2.8mA |
| 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 | NO LEAD |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.65mm |
| Terminal Position | QUAD |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 40 |
| 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
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16LF726-I/ML:
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PQCC28
Frequently Asked Questions
At what supply voltage does PIC16LF726-I/ML achieve its maximum 20 MHz clock, and what happens at 1.8 V?
The PIC16LF726-I/ML reaches 20 MHz at supply voltages of 2.3 V and above. At the minimum 1.8 V supply, the maximum operating frequency is 16 MHz. This derated speed still supports most sensor-polling and communication workloads in battery-powered applications where the supply voltage may drop toward end of discharge.
How much program memory does the PIC16LF726-I/ML provide, and is it sufficient for a basic RTOS or task scheduler?
The device includes 14 KB of flash program memory, accommodating a lightweight cooperative scheduler or state-machine firmware. At 14 words of 14-bit instruction size per KB, this allows several hundred instructions for sensor reading, filtering, and communication tasks alongside a simple scheduler without requiring external code storage.
What package dimensions should a PCB layout engineer expect for the PIC16LF726-I/ML VQFN-28?
The VQFN-28 package measures 4 mm by 4 mm with 0.5 mm pin pitch and an exposed thermal pad on the underside. This 16 mm² footprint is significantly smaller than the SSOP-28 alternative at roughly 52 mm². For IoT nodes where board area is at a premium, the VQFN-28 frees space for antenna keepout zones or additional circuitry.
Which application scenarios justify choosing PIC16LF726-I/ML over the higher-memory PIC16LF1518 in a cost-sensitive design?
Choose the PIC16LF726-I/ML when firmware fits within 14 KB and RAM within 368 bytes, and when the smaller 28-pin VQFN footprint is preferred over SSOP-28. The LF726 is typically lower cost and its QFN package suits automated pick-and-place with a smaller board region, making it more economical for high-volume consumer products with simple sensor-read and display-drive functions.
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