PIC18LF2550-I/SP Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock

Microchip PIC18LF2550-I/SP is an 8-bit PIC18 low-voltage microcontroller with 48 MHz maximum clock, 32 KB Flash program memory, and 256 bytes of data Flash in a 28-pin SPDIP package. It includes an integrated ADC and operates from as low as 2 V at 4 MHz, making it a flexible choice for USB-capable, battery-powered, and mixed-voltage embedded designs.

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PIC18LF2550-I/SPDual-In-Line Packages
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
Microchip
Package
Dual-In-Line Packages
Pin Count
28
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Integrated Circuit
Price
From $1.7200(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 48 MHz for efficient embedded control and communication tasks
  • 32 KB Flash program memory with 256 bytes data Flash for firmware and parameter storage
  • Integrated ADC for direct analog sensor digitization without external conversion hardware
  • Low-voltage operation from 2 V minimum at 4 MHz enabling battery-powered and coin-cell designs
  • 28-pin SPDIP through-hole package supporting breadboard prototyping and socketed installations
  • RoHS-compliant, lead-free construction for modern green electronics production

Applications

The PIC18LF2550-I/SP is widely used in USB device development, battery-powered sensor nodes, and handheld instruments where the low-voltage PIC18LF variant is chosen over standard PIC18F to extend battery life in 2 V to 3.3 V supply systems. Its 32 KB Flash and integrated ADC make it capable of hosting USB HID or CDC firmware alongside analog data acquisition routines in a single chip. The through-hole SPDIP package also makes it popular for educational electronics, hobby robotics, and rapid prototyping projects that use breadboard assembly.

Specifications

Pbfree CodeYes
Manufacturer Package CodeSPDIP-28
Factory Lead Time6Weeks
YTEOL9
Has ADCYES
Additional FeatureALSO OPERATES AT MINIMUM 2V AT 4MHZ
Bit Size8
Boundary ScanNO
CPU FamilyPIC18
Clock Frequency-Max48MHz
DAC ChannelsNO
DMA ChannelsNO
FormatFIXED POINT
Integrated CacheNO
JESD-30 CodeR-PDIP-T28
JESD-609 Codee3
Low Power ModeYES
Number of External Interrupts3
Number of I/O Lines24
Number of Serial I/Os1
Number of Timers4
On Chip Data RAM Width8
On Chip Program ROM Width16
PWM ChannelsYES
Package Body MaterialPLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence CodeDIP28,.3
Package ShapeRECTANGULAR
Package StyleIN-LINE
Qualification StatusNot Qualified
RAM (bytes)2048
ROM (words)16384
ROM ProgrammabilityFLASH
Screening LevelTS 16949
Speed48MHz
Supply Current-Max50mA
Supply Voltage-Max5.5V
Supply Voltage-Min4.2V
Supply Voltage-Nom5V
Surface MountNO
TechnologyCMOS
Temperature GradeINDUSTRIAL
Terminal FinishMatte Tin (Sn)
Terminal FormTHROUGH-HOLE
Terminal Pitch2.54mm
Terminal PositionDUAL
uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs TypeMICROCONTROLLER, RISC
PackageDual-In-Line Packages

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
ECCN3A991.A.2
HTS Code8542.31.00.01
Country of OriginThailand

Datasheet

PIC18LF2550-I/SP Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Microchip

Alternate & Equivalent Parts

Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC18LF2550-I/SP:

PIC18F2550-I/SP

Microchip Technology Inc 28 Pin, 32 KB Enh Flash, 2048 RAM, FS-USB 2.0

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PIC18LF2550-I/SOMicrochip Technology Inc

28 Pin, 32 KB Enh Flash, 2048 RAM, FS-USB 2.0

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PIC18LF27J13-I/SOMicrochip Technology Inc

RISC Microcontroller, 8-Bit, FLASH, PIC18 CPU, 48MHz, CMOS, PDSO28

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PIC18LF26J13-I/SOMicrochip Technology Inc

28-pin, GP, 64KB Flash, 4KB RAM, 12 MIPS, 12-bit ADC

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the PIC18LF2550-I/SP differ from the PIC18F2550 and which supply voltage scenarios favor the LF variant?

The PIC18LF2550-I/SP is the low-voltage version operating from 2 V minimum, compared to the standard PIC18F2550 which requires higher minimum supply, making the LF variant preferable for 2-cell AA battery or single-cell Li-Ion systems where supply droops below 3 V during operation.

What is the maximum clock frequency of PIC18LF2550-I/SP and how does that affect USB peripheral performance?

The PIC18LF2550-I/SP runs at up to 48 MHz, which is the clock frequency required to generate a 48 MHz USB clock for Full Speed USB 2.0 operation, allowing it to implement USB HID, CDC, or mass storage device classes directly without an external USB bridge chip.

For designs using the SPDIP-28 package, what is the typical factory lead time and how should buyers plan?

The PIC18LF2550-I/SP in SPDIP-28 has a factory lead time of approximately 6 weeks, which is relatively standard, but buyers should confirm availability with franchised distributors and consider ordering ahead for volume production to ensure uninterrupted supply.

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