PIC16LF870-I/SO Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock

Microchip PIC16LF870-I/SO is an 8-bit low-voltage PIC microcontroller with 3.5 kB Flash, 128 bytes RAM, 64 bytes EEPROM, 8-channel 10-bit ADC, and up to 20 MHz clock in a 28-pin SOIC package.

ACTIVEIntegrated CircuitVerified Jun 2026
Package / Visual Reference
PIC16LF870-I/SOSmall Outline Packages
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
Microchip
Package
Small Outline Packages
Pin Count
28
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Integrated Circuit
Price
From $0.9625(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

  • Low-voltage operation from 2.0 V to 5.5 V enabling direct battery-powered and 3.3 V system designs at up to 20 MHz
  • 3.5 kB Flash program memory with 64-byte on-chip EEPROM for non-volatile parameter storage without external memory
  • 8-channel 10-bit ADC provides multichannel analog sensing for sensors and signal conditioning in a single 28-pin SOIC device
  • In-circuit serial programming (ICSP) support simplifies field firmware updates and production programming

Applications

The PIC16LF870-I/SO serves low-power embedded control applications such as battery-operated remote controls, HVAC sensors, and small home appliance controllers where its 2.0 V to 5.5 V range and on-chip EEPROM reduce external component count. Its 8-channel 10-bit ADC and 20 MHz maximum clock make it suitable for multi-sensor data loggers, motor soft-start controllers, and industrial panel interfaces in space-constrained 28-pin SOIC designs.

Specifications

Pbfree CodeYes
Manufacturer Package CodeSOIC-28
YTEOL3
Has ADCYES
Bit Size8
Boundary ScanNO
CPU FamilyPIC16
Clock Frequency-Max20MHz
DAC ChannelsNO
DMA ChannelsNO
FormatFIXED POINT
Integrated CacheNO
JESD-30 CodeR-PDSO-G28
JESD-609 Codee3
Low Power ModeYES
Number of External Interrupts1
Number of I/O Lines22
Number of Serial I/Os1
Number of Timers5
On Chip Data RAM Width8
On Chip Program ROM Width14
PWM ChannelsYES
Package Body MaterialPLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence CodeSOP28,.4
Package ShapeRECTANGULAR
Package StyleSMALL OUTLINE
Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel)250
Qualification StatusNot Qualified
RAM (bytes)128
RAM (words)128
ROM (words)2048
ROM ProgrammabilityFLASH
Screening LevelTS 16949
Speed20MHz
Supply Current-Max2mA
Supply Voltage-Max5.5V
Supply Voltage-Min2V
Supply Voltage-Nom5V
Surface MountYES
TechnologyCMOS
Temperature GradeINDUSTRIAL
Terminal FinishMatte Tin (Sn)
Terminal FormGULL WING
Terminal Pitch1.27mm
Terminal PositionDUAL
uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs TypeMICROCONTROLLER, RISC
PackageSmall Outline Packages

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
Moisture Sensitivity LevelMSL 1
ECCNEAR99
HTS Code8542.31.00.01
Country of OriginThailand

Datasheet

PIC16LF870-I/SO Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Microchip

Alternate & Equivalent Parts

Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC16LF870-I/SO:

PIC16F870-I/SOMicrochip Technology Inc

RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC16 CPU, 20MHz, CMOS, PDSO28

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PIC16LF870-I/SPMicrochip Technology Inc

MCU CMOS 28 LD LOW PWR

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum operating voltage of PIC16LF870-I/SO and how does it enable battery-powered designs?

The PIC16LF870-I/SO operates from as low as 2.0 V up to 5.5 V, making it compatible with 2-cell alkaline or single-cell Li-ion battery supplies. At 2.0 V the MCU can run at reduced clock speeds, enabling long-life sensor nodes that continue functioning as the battery discharges well below the 3.3 V threshold required by non-LF variants.

How many ADC channels does PIC16LF870-I/SO provide and what resolution do they offer?

PIC16LF870-I/SO includes 8 analog input channels connected to a 10-bit successive-approximation ADC, delivering 1024 discrete steps across the reference voltage span. This resolution is adequate for measuring temperature sensors, potentiometers, and low-bandwidth analog signals in industrial and consumer applications without external ADC ICs.

For a legacy PIC16C870 replacement design, is PIC16LF870-I/SO pin-compatible?

Yes, PIC16LF870-I/SO is the Flash-based, low-voltage successor to the PIC16C870 and is pin-compatible in the same 28-pin SOIC footprint. The LF suffix indicates low-voltage operation down to 2.0 V versus the standard 4.5 V minimum, allowing direct board-level substitution while gaining the benefit of reprogrammable Flash and 64-byte EEPROM.

What non-volatile storage does PIC16LF870-I/SO offer for storing calibration data?

PIC16LF870-I/SO provides 64 bytes of on-chip EEPROM data memory in addition to its 3.5 kB Flash program memory. This EEPROM retains calibration coefficients, configuration flags, and counters across power cycles without requiring an external EEPROM IC, reducing BOM cost and simplifying firmware in sensor calibration and appliance control designs.

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