PIC16LF1615-E/JQ - 8-bit MCU, 14KB Flash, 32MHz, 16-UQFN | Microchip
N.º de pieza: PIC16LF1615-E/JQ ✓ Activo| Cant. | Precio unitario | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1.82 | $1,82 |
| 10 | $1.64 | $16,40 |
| 100 | $1.45 | $145,00 |
| 500 | $1.27 | $635,00 |
| 1.000 | $1.1 | $1.100,00 |
PIC16LF1615-E/JQ Descripción general
An 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a compact, single-chip computer built around an 8-bit data path and Harvard architecture. PIC MCUs sit in the hierarchy of microcontrollers -> embedded processors -> semiconductors. The "LF" prefix denotes the extended XLP (eXtreme Low Power) family optimized for battery-operated designs with sub-uA sleep currents, while the "16F" indicates Flash-based program memory in the 14-bit instruction-word mid-range core. The E temperature grade denotes an industrial -40C to +125C operating range.
Key features include the 32MHz maximum CPU clock (8 MIPS), 10-bit ADC with computation, ZCD for AC line sensing without optocouplers, Windowed WWDT for ISO 26262 / IEC 60730 safety compliance, peripheral pin select for flexible I/O mapping, and Core Independent Peripherals (CIPs) that offload tasks from the CPU. The 16-UQFN package (4x4 mm) provides a small footprint suitable for space-constrained designs while the exposed pad enhances thermal dissipation.
Typical applications include LED lighting drivers, AC zero-cross switching, sensor signal conditioning, low-power IoT endpoints, and consumer white goods. The ZCD and 10-bit ADC with computation make it particularly suited for dimmer and power-metering front-ends.
When designing with this MCU, allocate the bottom 256 bytes of Flash for device configuration words and respect the in-circuit serial programming (ICSP) pin assignments. The UQFN-16 package requires thermal pad soldering per IPC-7351 land-pattern guidelines.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in 16-UQFN package alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet.
Alternativas directas para PIC16LF1615-E/JQ — mismo encapsulado, compatible pin a pin. Se excluyen las piezas de otro encapsulado que requieren retrabajo de la PCB.
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Modelos de la misma serie compatibles directamente con PIC16LF1615-E/JQ (mismo factor de forma y huella) — difiere en Package, ADC, Core Architecture, Operating Temperature Range, Program Memory (Flash).
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PIC16F1615-E/JQ
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PIC16F1615-I/JQ
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$1.23 / unidad
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$1.34 / unidad
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Ver hoja de datos →PIC16LF1615-E/JQ Valores máximos y características eléctricas
| Product Family | PIC® XLP™ 16F |
| Core Architecture | 8-bit PIC Mid-Range (14-bit instruction word) |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 14 KB (8K x 14 words) |
| RAM | 1 KB |
| Maximum CPU Frequency | 32 MHz |
| Instruction Throughput | 8 MIPS |
| ADC | 10-bit, with Computation |
| Zero-Cross Detect (ZCD) | Yes |
| Windowed Watchdog Timer (WWDT) | Yes |
| Hardware CRC | Yes |
| Peripheral Pin Select (PPS) | Yes |
| Core Independent Peripherals (CIPs) | Yes |
| Encapsulado | 16-UQFN (4x4 mm) with Exposed Pad |
| Tipo de montaje | Surface Mount |
| Rango de temperatura de funcionamiento | -40C to +125C (Industrial, "E" grade) |
| Estado RoHS | Compliant |
| Programming Interface | ICSP (In-Circuit Serial Programming) |
Configuración de pines de PIC16LF1615-E/JQ
| Pin 1 | RA5 — Bidirectional I/O / ZCD input |
| Pin 2 | RA4 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 3 | RA3 — Bidirectional I/O / MCLR |
| Pin 4 | RA2 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 5 | RA1 — Bidirectional I/O / ICSPCLK |
| Pin 6 | RA0 — Bidirectional I/O / ICSPDAT |
| Pin 7 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 8 | RA7 — Bidirectional I/O / OSCO |
| Pin 9 | RA6 — Bidirectional I/O / OSCI |
| Pin 10 | RC5 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 11 | RC4 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 12 | RC3 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 13 | RC2 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 14 | RC1 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 15 | RC0 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 16 | VDD — Positive supply voltage |
Aplicaciones típicas
PIC16LF1615-E/JQ es adecuado para 6 aplicacións: AC Mains Zero-Cross Dimmer, Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node, White Goods Control Board, LED Lighting Driver, Power Metering Front-End, Consumer Appliance HMI.
AC Mains Zero-Cross Dimmer
The PIC16LF1615-E/JQ is well suited for AC mains zero-cross dimmer front-ends because its integrated hardware Zero-Cross Detection (ZCD) peripheral detects the AC line zero-crossing event directly on the MCU pin without an external optocoupler. This removes the optocoupler + secondary-side supply from the BOM, typically saving $0.20-$0.40 per board. Placed between the AC line via a current-limiting resistor and the TRIAC gate driver, the ZCD interrupt fires twice per line cycle (50 Hz or 60 Hz) with sub-10us latency per the Microchip datasheet, enabling phase-angle or pulse-density TRIAC control. The 14KB Flash accommodates state-machine dim curves and BLE/Zigbee wireless stacks for smart dimmer switches.
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Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node
The 'LF' designation and XLP (eXtreme Low Power) technology make the PIC16LF1615-E/JQ ideal for battery-powered IoT sensor nodes where quiescent current dominates battery life. Sleep currents in the sub-uA range per the Microchip datasheet enable multi-year coin-cell operation. The 32MHz core wakes in microseconds, samples a sensor via the 10-bit ADC with computation, runs a CRC-verified packet through a UART SPI link, and returns to sleep. The 16-UQFN 4x4 mm footprint fits inside pill-sized wearables and wireless sensor tags, and the exposed pad provides thermal relief under continuous RF TX duty.
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White Goods Control Board
Washing machines, dishwashers and refrigerators require a microcontroller that handles user I/O, sensor reading, motor timing, and safety supervision in a small package. The PIC16LF1615-E/JQ fits this role with its 16-UQFN footprint for tight control boards, hardware CRC for IEC 60730 safety compliance, Windowed WWDT for Class B firmware safety, and 10-bit ADC for temperature and water-level sensing. The ZCD peripheral also enables zero-cross switching of AC solenoid valves and triac-driven drain pumps, eliminating external zero-cross detector ICs.
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LED Lighting Driver
The PIC16LF1615-E/JQ's combination of ZCD, 10-bit ADC and PWM makes it a strong fit for constant-current LED drivers and dimmable luminaires. The ZCD synchronizes the PWM to the AC line, eliminating visible flicker; the ADC with computation averages current-sense amplifier output and modulates PWM duty to maintain constant LED current across temperature. The 14KB Flash holds custom dim curves, DALI or 0-10V protocol stacks, and thermal foldback algorithms. The 16-UQFN exposed pad handles the thermal load of nearby power-stage MOSFETs.
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Power Metering Front-End
Energy-monitoring smart plugs and sub-metering modules use the PIC16LF1615-E/JQ to sample current and voltage with the 10-bit ADC, calculate RMS power in firmware, and report over a wireless link. The ZCD detects AC line zero-cross for synchronized sampling, the hardware CRC verifies communication integrity, and the 1KB RAM is sufficient to buffer one AC cycle of ADC samples. The industrial -40C to +125C E temperature grade handles outdoor or breaker-panel environments.
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Consumer Appliance HMI
User-interface boards in microwave ovens, coffee makers and air purifiers use the PIC16LF1615-E/JQ to scan capacitive touch keys, drive LED ring indicators and run small LCD or 7-segment displays. The Peripheral Pin Select (PPS) feature lets engineers remap UART, I2C, SPI and PWM to almost any pin, simplifying PCB routing on tight HMI boards. The 32MHz core keeps touch-scan latency under 10ms even with 16 keys, and the Windowed WWDT detects firmware lockup for IEC 60335 safety compliance on heating appliances.
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Comparación con alternativas
| Parámetro | Este producto | PIC16F1615-E/JQ | PIC16LF1615-I/JQ | PIC16F1615-I/JQ | PIC16LF1615T-I/JQ | PIC16LF1454-I/JQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 16-UQFN (4x4 mm) Exposed Pad | 16-UQFN (4x4 mm) - same | 16-UQFN (4x4 mm) - same | 16-UQFN (4x4 mm) - same | 16-UQFN (4x4 mm) - same | 16-UQFN (4x4 mm) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 14 KB | 14 KB | 14 KB | 14 KB | 14 KB | 14 KB |
| RAM | 1 KB | 1 KB | 1 KB | 1 KB | 1 KB | 1 KB |
| Operating Voltage (LF vs F) | 1.8V to 3.6V (LF) | 2.3V to 5.5V (F) | 1.8V to 3.6V (LF) | 2.3V to 5.5V (F) | 1.8V to 3.6V (LF) | 1.8V to 3.6V (LF) |
| Temperature Grade | E: -40C to +125C | E: -40C to +125C | I: -40C to +85C | I: -40C to +85C | I: -40C to +85C | I: -40C to +85C |
| Zero-Cross Detect (ZCD) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Windowed Watchdog (WWDT) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Hardware CRC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
Diferenciadores clave
- Integrated Zero-Cross Detection (ZCD) peripheral (frente a PIC16LF1454-I/JQ)
- Wider industrial temperature range (frente a PIC16LF1615-I/JQ)
- Same 16-UQFN pinout as PIC16F1615 family (frente a PIC16F1615-E/JQ)
Notas de diseño
The 16-UQFN (4x4 mm) exposed thermal pad must be soldered to a ground-plane copper pour to meet the thermal and electrical performance specified in the Microchip datasheet. Per IPC-7351 land-pattern guidelines, the exposed pad requires an array of thermal vias (typically 0.3 mm drill, 0.6 mm pitch) connecting to inner ground planes for heat sinking. Skip the thermal pad and junction temperature can rise 20-40C above ambient under continuous operation.
Place a 100 nF decoupling capacitor within 3 mm of the VDD pin (pin 16) and a bulk capacitor (1-10 uF) on the same VDD net. The PIC16LF1615-E/JQ's LF voltage range (typically 1.8V to 3.6V) makes clean power critical: add a 10 uF bulk + 100 nF bypass pair per the Microchip PIC16LF1615 datasheet reference design. For battery applications, verify sleep current budgets including leakage through all I/O pins - floating inputs can dominate quiescent current.
Do not confuse the E (industrial -40C to +125C) and I (industrial -40C to +85C) temperature grades - the suffix letter is the temperature designator. For designs above 85C ambient such as outdoor enclosures, motor drivers, or under-hood automotive, choose E/JQ. Also reserve the ICSP pins (RA0/ICSPDAT, RA1/ICSPCLK, RA3/MCLR) for programming access - routing them to nets that conflict with ICSP can complicate field firmware updates. PPS remapping is helpful but does not move ICSP functions.
Información de cumplimiento
RoHS and REACH compliance per Microchip product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified; the E grade is industrial -40C to +125C but does not carry automotive certification.
