PIC16LF726-I/SO Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
PIC16LF726-I/SO is an 8-bit PIC16 microcontroller with 28 pins, running up to 20 MHz and operating from 1.8 V to 3.6 V for low-voltage embedded applications. It includes on-chip ADC, multiple timers, and SOIC-28 package for easy prototyping. Available from stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 28
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16LF726-I/SO Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $1.6300(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
- Ultra-low 1.8 V minimum supply operation at 16 MHz enables direct integration into 2 V battery and energy-harvesting power systems
- 8-bit PIC16 core with up to 20 MHz clock, on-chip ADC, and multiple I/O peripherals in a 28-pin SOIC package
- XLP-compatible low-power modes with nano-watt deep-sleep current for long-life coin-cell and supercapacitor applications
Applications
PIC16LF726-I/SO targets low-voltage portable embedded systems such as battery-powered sensor modules, smart metering front-ends, and handheld consumer electronics where 1.8 V supply compatibility and a rich I/O count are required. Its 20 MHz PIC16 core and on-chip ADC also suit motor soft-start controllers, display drivers, and home-automation nodes that need a cost-effective 8-bit MCU in a standard SOIC-28 footprint.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOIC-28 |
| Factory Lead Time | 11Weeks |
| 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 | R-PDSO-G28 |
| 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 | SOP28,.4 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| 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 | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| 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 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16LF726-I/SO:
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDSO28
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDSO28
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDSO28
Frequently Asked Questions
At what supply voltage can PIC16LF726-I/SO operate and why does the low minimum voltage matter?
PIC16LF726-I/SO operates from 1.8 V to 3.6 V, enabling direct powering from a single Li-ion cell near end of discharge, or from a boost circuit fed by a 1.5 V AA battery. At 1.8 V the device still runs at 16 MHz, making it suitable for energy-harvesting nodes and low-cost battery products without a boost converter.
How does PIC16LF726-I/SO compare to PIC16F726 for designs that need sub-2 V operation?
The PIC16LF726 (LF = low-voltage) operates down to 1.8 V versus the PIC16F726 which requires 2.0 V minimum. For designs powered by two-cell NiMH batteries discharging to 1.8 V or by energy harvesters producing under 2 V, the PIC16LF726-I/SO remains operational while the standard F-variant would drop out, eliminating a boost regulator stage.
What peripherals does PIC16LF726-I/SO integrate that reduce external component count?
PIC16LF726-I/SO integrates a 10-bit ADC with up to 11 channels, multiple timers including a 16-bit timer, USART, SPI, I2C, and a comparator module. This level of on-chip integration eliminates separate ADC, serial interface, and timer ICs in sensor-conditioning and communication circuits, reducing BOM cost and board area.
For a compact PCB, how does the SOIC-28 package of PIC16LF726-I/SO aid assembly?
The SOIC-28 package with 1.27 mm pin pitch and a 7.5 mm body width is compatible with standard hand-soldering and pick-and-place assembly, unlike fine-pitch QFN or QFP variants. Its 300-mil wide footprint fits on 2-layer prototype boards and is supported by virtually all PCB CAD libraries, accelerating time-to-prototype for 28-pin PIC16 designs.
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