PIC18F2520-I/SO Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
Microchip PIC18F2520-I/SO is an 8-bit PIC18 microcontroller with 32 KB Flash memory, running up to 40 MHz, featuring an integrated ADC and multiple communication interfaces. Packaged in a 28-pin SOIC, it is a popular choice for embedded control, consumer electronics, and industrial automation designs.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 28
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC18F2520-I/SO Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $5.4656(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 PIC18 RISC architecture with up to 40 MHz clock frequency
- 32 KB on-chip Flash program memory for embedded firmware storage
- Integrated 10-bit ADC for analog sensor acquisition
- SPI, I2C, and USART communication peripherals for versatile connectivity
- 28-pin SOIC-28 package for easy SMT board assembly
- RoHS-compliant and Pb-free with 1-week factory lead time
Applications
The PIC18F2520-I/SO is widely used in embedded control systems, home automation sensors, and industrial I/O modules requiring a cost-effective 8-bit microcontroller with flexible serial communication. It is also popular in educational prototyping, motor speed controllers, and consumer appliance firmware applications.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOIC-28 |
| Factory Lead Time | 1Week |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Bit Size | 8 |
| Boundary Scan | NO |
| CPU Family | PIC18 |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 40MHz |
| 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 | 3 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 25 |
| Number of Serial I/Os | 1 |
| Number of Timers | 4 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 8 |
| PWM Channels | YES |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP28,.4 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 250 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 1536 |
| ROM (words) | 32768 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Speed | 40MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 3.5mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 5V |
| 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 | 3A991.A.2 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC18F2520-I/SO:
Microchip Technology Inc 28 pin, 32 KB Enh Flash, 1536 RAM, 25 I/O
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC18 CPU, 40MHz, CMOS, PDSO28
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC18 CPU, 40MHz, CMOS, PDSO28
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC18 CPU, 40MHz, CMOS, PDSO28
RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC18 CPU, 40MHz, CMOS, PDSO28
28 PIN, 160K Low Power Flash PIC w 32/16K Bytes and 12-bit ADC
Frequently Asked Questions
How much Flash memory does PIC18F2520-I/SO provide, and is it enough for typical embedded firmware?
PIC18F2520-I/SO includes 32 KB of on-chip Flash program memory, which comfortably holds firmware for most 8-bit embedded applications including bootloaders, communication stacks, and PID control loops running at up to 40 MHz.
Can PIC18F2520-I/SO be used in industrial sensor modules operating across a wide temperature range?
Yes, the I-grade (Industrial) variant is rated from -40°C to +85°C, making PIC18F2520-I/SO suitable for industrial sensor hubs, motor controllers, and building automation devices that must operate reliably across the full industrial temperature range.
What serial interfaces are available on PIC18F2520-I/SO for connecting to external sensors or host systems?
The device provides USART, SPI, and I2C interfaces, enabling connection to RS-232 transceivers, SPI-based EEPROMs, and I2C sensors. These 3 interface types cover the majority of industrial sensor and display peripherals used in 8-bit MCU designs.
How quickly can PIC18F2520-I/SO be sourced from distributors, and what lead time should buyers expect?
Factory lead time for PIC18F2520-I/SO is approximately 1 week, which is exceptionally short for a microcontroller and indicates strong distributor stock availability, reducing supply chain risk for prototype and low-volume production runs.
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