PIC16LF87-I/SO Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
Microchip PIC16LF87-I/SO is an 8-bit low-voltage PIC16 microcontroller featuring 7K words of flash, 256 bytes of EEPROM, and 368 bytes of RAM in an 18-pin SOIC package. It operates from 2.0 V at 4 MHz, scaling to 5.5 V at 20 MHz. Available from stock worldwide.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 18
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC16LF87-I/SO Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $3.3400(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
- 2.0 V minimum supply at 4 MHz enabling direct operation from two-cell alkaline or single Li-ion batteries
- 7K-word flash with 256-byte on-chip EEPROM for non-volatile data storage without external memory
- 368-byte RAM and 20 MHz maximum clock in an 18-pin SOIC footprint for compact embedded control
Applications
The PIC16LF87-I/SO is ideal for battery-operated handheld instruments, remote sensor nodes, and portable data recorders that need non-volatile parameter storage in on-chip EEPROM without external flash. Its 2 V minimum supply allows reliable operation from two AA batteries down to their end-of-life voltage. The 18-pin SOIC package supports high-density SMT assembly in consumer electronics and industrial controllers.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOIC-18 |
| Factory Lead Time | 5Weeks |
| YTEOL | 8 |
| Has ADC | NO |
| Additional Feature | OPERATES AT 2V MINIMUM SUPPLY @ 4 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-G18 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of External Interrupts | 1 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 16 |
| Number of Serial I/Os | 1 |
| Number of Timers | 5 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 14 |
| PWM Channels | YES |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP18,.4 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 368 |
| ROM (words) | 4096 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Speed | 10MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 4.2mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 3V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| 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 PIC16LF87-I/SO:
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 10MHz, CMOS, PDSO18
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 10MHz, CMOS, PDSO20
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 10MHz, CMOS, PDSO18
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 10MHz, CMOS, PDSO20
Frequently Asked Questions
At what minimum supply voltage and clock frequency does the PIC16LF87-I/SO operate reliably?
The PIC16LF87-I/SO is specified to operate at a minimum supply voltage of 2.0 V with a 4 MHz clock, making it compatible with two-cell alkaline battery packs that sag to 2.0 V under load. At full 5.5 V supply, it reaches 20 MHz for maximum throughput.
How does the 256-byte on-chip EEPROM in the PIC16LF87-I/SO benefit data logging designs?
The 256-byte EEPROM retains calibration constants, configuration flags, and accumulated sensor readings across power cycles without requiring an external serial EEPROM or flash chip. This reduces BOM count and PCB area while supporting retention of up to 256 bytes of critical non-volatile data in portable instruments.
Which embedded control applications are best matched to the PIC16LF87-I/SO's 7K-word flash and 368-byte RAM?
Applications such as digital thermostat controllers, RFID reader firmware, and smart metering front-ends can comfortably fit state-machine code, communication stacks, and sensor processing routines within 7K words of flash and 368 bytes of RAM. The 20 MHz maximum clock provides sufficient execution speed for UART and I2C peripheral management.
How does the PIC16LF87-I/SO compare to the PIC16F87-I/SO for low-voltage designs?
The LF variant operates from 2.0 V versus 4.0 V minimum for the standard PIC16F87, enabling designs that run directly from two NiMH cells or a depleted Li-ion battery. Both devices share the same 18-pin SOIC pinout, 7K-word flash, and 256-byte EEPROM, so a PCB re-spin is not required when switching between them.
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