PIC18LF2520-I/ML Microchip Integrated Circuit (Quad Flat No-Lead) In Stock
Microchip PIC18LF2520-I/ML is an 8-bit PIC18 microcontroller with 32KB Flash, 1536B RAM, 10-channel 10-bit ADC, running up to 40 MHz from a 2V minimum supply in a compact QFN-28 package. Available in stock worldwide with fast shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Quad Flat No-Lead
- Pin Count
- 28
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC18LF2520-I/ML Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $4.8600(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 core running up to 40 MHz with low-power operation down to 2V minimum supply voltage
- 32KB Flash program memory paired with 1536 bytes of on-chip RAM for data-intensive embedded tasks
- 10-channel 10-bit ADC enabling precise analog signal acquisition in a compact 28-pin QFN package
Applications
The PIC18LF2520-I/ML is well-suited for battery-powered sensor nodes and IoT edge devices where the 2V minimum supply and low-power modes extend runtime significantly. Its 10-channel ADC and 32KB Flash make it ideal for industrial data logging, motor control, and smart home automation systems. The compact QFN-28 footprint allows tight PCB layouts in space-constrained consumer electronics and wearable applications.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | VQFN-28 |
| Factory Lead Time | 6Weeks |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Additional Feature | OPERATES AT 2V MIN SUPPLY @ 4MHZ |
| 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 | S-PQCC-N28 |
| 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 | 16 |
| 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) | 1536 |
| ROM (words) | 16384 |
| 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 | 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 | Philippines, Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC18LF2520-I/ML:
Microchip Technology Inc 28 pin, 32 KB Enh Flash, 1536 RAM, 25 I/O
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum supply voltage for the PIC18LF2520-I/ML and how does it benefit battery-powered designs?
The PIC18LF2520-I/ML operates from a minimum supply voltage of 2V, making it ideal for single-cell Li-ion or two-cell alkaline battery designs. At 4 MHz clock frequency it can run reliably on 2V, allowing the MCU to remain functional even as a battery discharges below 3V, extending field device runtime by 20-30% compared to 3V-minimum MCUs.
How many ADC channels and what resolution does the PIC18LF2520-I/ML provide for sensor interfacing?
The PIC18LF2520-I/ML includes 10 ADC channels with 10-bit resolution, providing 1024 discrete levels across the input voltage range. This enables simultaneous monitoring of up to 10 analog sensors such as temperature, pressure, or current-sense signals without external multiplexers, reducing BOM cost in multi-sensor designs.
When should a designer choose the PIC18LF2520-I/ML over the standard-voltage PIC18F2520 for a compact embedded application?
Choose the PIC18LF2520-I/ML (low-voltage variant) when your supply rail drops below 2.7V or when running from a single Li-ion cell near end-of-charge. The standard PIC18F2520 requires a minimum of 2V as well but the LF variant is specified and tested for extended low-voltage performance across -40°C to +85°C, making it more reliable in energy-harvesting or coin-cell designs.
What is the Flash program memory capacity and how many instructions can it store for the PIC18LF2520-I/ML?
The PIC18LF2520-I/ML provides 32KB of Flash program memory, accommodating up to 16K single-word PIC18 instructions. With 1536 bytes of on-chip RAM and up to 40 MHz operation, this capacity supports moderately complex firmware including UART communication stacks, sensor-fusion algorithms, and real-time control loops in a single-chip solution.
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