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PIC16F527-I/ML - 8-Bit 20MHz 1.5KB Flash MCU | Microchip

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PIC16F527-I/ML Présentation

The Microchip Technology PIC16F527-I/ML is an 8-bit PIC microcontroller from the PIC16F5XX baseline family that integrates an on-board ADC, dual operational amplifiers, and two comparators in a compact 20-pin QFN (4x4 mm) ML package. According to the Microchip datasheet, the device executes instructions at up to 20 MHz (4 MIPS), incorporates 1.5 KB (1K x 12) of self-programmable Flash program memory, and targets mixed-signal applications where reducing BOM by integrating analog peripherals is critical.

A PIC microcontroller (Peripheral Interface Controller) is a Harvard-architecture, RISC-based 8-bit MCU developed by Microchip that separates program and data memory buses for deterministic instruction timing. Within the Microchip portfolio, the PIC16F5XX baseline family is positioned for cost-sensitive, space-constrained designs, combining the CPU core with Flash memory, RAM, and configurable analog peripherals (ADC, op-amps, comparators) on a single die; this integration pathway is commonly called mixed-signal MCU and contrasts with digital-only MCUs that require external analog front-ends. The PIC16F527 specifically emphasizes analog integration while keeping the 8-bit PIC16 instruction set, eliminating external op-amps and comparators in many sensor-interface designs.

Key features include a 20 MHz internal oscillator option (factory calibrated), an 8-bit A/D converter with multiple input channels, two rail-to-rail op-amps suitable for low-side or high-side signal conditioning, two comparators with a programmable voltage reference, and Flash program memory that supports in-circuit serial programming (ICSP) for field updates. The 20-QFN (ML) 4x4 mm package with exposed thermal pad maximizes PCB area efficiency while sustaining industrial temperature operation from -40C to +85C.

Architecturally, the PIC16F527 uses a 14-bit instruction word with a single accumulator (W register) and a file-register-based data memory scheme, allowing predictable interrupt response and tight loop control suitable for closed-loop analog regulation. The integrated analog peripherals share internal reference and bias networks, reducing calibration overhead compared to discrete analog designs.

Typical applications include battery chargers, LED lighting controllers, sensor signal conditioning (thermistor, photodiode, bridge interfaces), low-cost switch-mode power supply feedback loops, fan speed controllers, and small appliance control. By performing both sensing and closed-loop control in a single chip, the PIC16F527 reduces total system cost and PCB area.

When designing with the PIC16F527-I/ML, the QFN-20 package requires thermal vias under the exposed pad and decoupling capacitors placed within 3 mm of the VDD pins to maintain operation across the -40C to +85C industrial range.

This page synthesizes current distributor pricing for the PIC16F527-I/ML, drop-in same-package alternatives, and practical design notes compiled from the Microchip datasheet that extend beyond the manufacturer application notes.

Alternatives de remplacement direct pour PIC16F527-I/ML — même boîtier, compatible broche à broche. Les références à boîtier différent nécessitant une retouche du PCB sont exclues.

Variantes de cette série

Modèles de la même série directement compatibles avec PIC16F527-I/ML (même facteur de forme et même empreinte) — différant par ADC, Package, Operating Temperature, Core Architecture, I/O Pins.

Microchip Technology
ADC: 8-bit, multi-channel
Package: 20-pin QFN (4x4 mm) with exposed pad
Operating Temperature: -40C to +125C (E grade)
Microchip Technology
ADC: 8-bit on-chip
Package: 20-pin UQFN with exposed pad (GZ)
Core Architecture: 8-bit PIC RISC
Microchip Technology
ADC: 8-bit, 8-channel
Package: 20-pin QFN-EP (4x4 mm) with exposed pad
Operating Temperature: -40 C to +85 C (Industrial, 'I' suffix)

Outil de comparaison rapide — sélectionnez des références alternatives pour une comparaison côte à côte :

PIC16F527T-I/ML

✅ Remplacement direct
Microchip Technology
📦 20-QFN (ML) 4x4 mm
8-bit PIC16 RISC · 14-bit mid-range · 20 MHz · 1.5 KB (1K x 12) · 80 B · 64 B · 14 · 8-bit, 8-channel

✓ En stock

$0.78 / unité

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PIC16F527-I/MLVAO

✅ Remplacement direct ⚠️ Spécifications non vérifiées
📦 20-QFN (ML) 4x4 mm
Same die and package; VAO suffix denotes automotive qualification variant

📋 Alternative de référence (hors catalogue)

PIC16F527-E/ML

✅ Remplacement direct ⚠️ Spécifications non vérifiées
Microchip Technology
📦 20-QFN (ML) 4x4 mm
PIC16F · 8-bit PIC (enhanced 14-bit instruction set) · 1.5 KB · 68 bytes · 64 bytes · 2.0 V to 5.5 V · 8 MHz internal oscillator · 8-bit, multi-channel

✓ En stock

$0.69 / unité

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PIC16F527-I/ML Valeurs maximales et caractéristiques électriques

Core Architecture 8-bit PIC16 RISC, Harvard
Program Memory 1.5 KB Flash (1K x 14 words)
RAM 128 bytes
Maximum CPU Speed 20 MHz (4 MIPS instruction rate)
Supply Voltage (VDD) 2.0 V to 5.5 V
Température de fonctionnement -40C to +85C (Industrial)
ADC 8-bit resolution, multi-channel
Operational Amplifiers 2 (rail-to-rail I/O)
Comparators 2 (with programmable reference)
Boîtier 20-pin QFN (ML), 4x4 mm with exposed pad
Type de montage Surface Mount
Statut RoHS Compliant
Programming Method ICSP (In-Circuit Serial Programming)
Internal Oscillator Yes, 20 MHz factory-calibrated option

Configuration des broches de PIC16F527-I/ML

QFN-20 Package Pinout Diagram QFN-20 4x4mm, P0.5mm, EP 2.5x2.5mm, JEDEC MO-220. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 QFN-20
Broche 1 RA0/AN0 — GPIO/ADC input
Broche 2 RA1/AN1 — GPIO/ADC input
Broche 3 RA2/AN2 — GPIO/ADC input
Broche 4 RA3/AN3 — GPIO/ADC input
Broche 5 RA4/AN4 — GPIO/ADC input
Broche 6 RA5/AN5 — GPIO/ADC input
Broche 7 VDD — Positive supply
Broche 8 VSS — Ground
Broche 9 RB0 — GPIO
Broche 10 RB1 — GPIO
Broche 11 RB2 — GPIO
Broche 12 RB3 — GPIO
Broche 13 RB4 — GPIO
Broche 14 RB5 — GPIO
Broche 15 RB6/ICSPCLK — GPIO/ICSP clock
Broche 16 RB7/ICSPDAT — GPIO/ICSP data
Broche 17 OPA1IN+ — Op-amp 1 non-inverting input
Broche 18 OPA1OUT — Op-amp 1 output
Broche 19 OPA2IN+/CVREF — Op-amp 2 input / comparator reference
Broche 20 OPA2OUT — Op-amp 2 output

Applications typiques

PIC16F527-I/ML convient pour 6 applications: Battery Charger Controller, LED Lighting Controllers, Sensor Signal Conditioning, Low-Cost Switch-Mode Power Supply Feedback, Fan Speed Controller, Small Appliance Control.

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Battery Charger Controller

The PIC16F527-I/ML fits battery charger designs by integrating the entire analog front-end needed for closed-loop charge control, eliminating external components and reducing BOM cost. The two rail-to-rail op-amps condition shunt-current-sense and pack-voltage signals with high input impedance, while the two comparators with programmable voltage reference implement CC/CV transition thresholds without an external TL431 or supervisor. The 8-bit ADC samples pack voltage, charge current, and temperature (via NTC) at rates sufficient for lead-acid and Li-ion charge profiles. At 20 MHz CPU speed the PIC executes a PID charge loop with deterministic 200 ns instruction cycles, predictable interrupt response, and stable timing across the 2.0-5.5V VDD range that covers single-cell to multi-cell packs.

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LED Lighting Controllers

The PIC16F527-I/ML is well-suited to constant-current LED drivers because its ADC, dual op-amps, and comparators form a complete analog regulation loop in a single die. Designers route the high-side shunt voltage into an op-amp, scale it with the second op-amp, then compare against the programmable voltage reference to set the LED current setpoint. The 20 MHz core generates PWM dimming at resolutions up to 10-bit, sufficient for visible-light color-mixing applications. Industrial -40C to +85C operation supports outdoor luminaires, signage, and architectural lighting; the 20-QFN 4x4 mm footprint fits inside MR16/MR11 form factors where board area is constrained.

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Sensor Signal Conditioning

For thermistor, photodiode, strain-gauge, and bridge-sensor interfaces, the PIC16F527-I/ML brings low-side bridge amplification, level shifting, and ADC digitization together. The first op-amp can be configured as an instrumentation front-end while the second op-amp supplies an active low-pass filter before the 8-bit ADC samples the conditioned signal. The on-board comparators with programmable reference enable threshold-detect alarms without waking the CPU. With 128 bytes of RAM and 1.5 KB Flash, the firmware executes linearization algorithms for NTC/PTC curves and ratiometric compensation. The wide 2.0-5.5V VDD range supports both 3.3V and 5V sensor systems.

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Low-Cost Switch-Mode Power Supply Feedback

The PIC16F527-I/ML implements primary- or secondary-side regulation for low-power SMPS topologies by monitoring output voltage, current, and auxiliary winding. The integrated op-amps buffer the current-sense amplifier and TL431-style error amplifier replacement, while the ADC computes average output voltage and ripple amplitude. The dual comparators with programmable reference derive peak-current-mode and overcurrent-protection thresholds. At 20 MIPS the PIC executes valley-mode or fixed-frequency control loops in firmware, eliminating dozens of discrete components and reducing cost in adapters and auxiliary supplies up to 50W.

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Fan Speed Controller

Brushless DC and PWM-controlled DC-brushed fans can use the PIC16F527-I/ML as a single-chip controller by leveraging its op-amps for back-EMF sensing and its comparators for zero-crossing detection of the commutation signal. The 8-bit ADC monitors tachometer feedback and adjusts PWM duty cycle in closed loop to maintain target RPM, while the CPU computes PI or PID coefficients for soft-start and acoustic-noise reduction. Wide supply range 2.0-5.5V covers both 5V USB fans and 12V CPU-cooling fans when used with a simple LDO. Industrial temperature grade and the small 20-QFN footprint suit space-constrained heatsink-mounted fan designs.

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Small Appliance Control

Small household appliances such as coffee makers, kettles, irons, blenders, and countertop ovens can integrate the PIC16F527-I/ML for temperature, weight, and timing control. The dual op-amps amplify thermocouple or thermistor signals; the comparators monitor over-temperature safety thresholds; the ADC reads user inputs from rotary encoders or button matrices. The PIC controls TRIAC firing angles, relay actuation, buzzer patterns, and seven-segment displays through its GPIO, with the Flash-reprogrammable memory supporting regional SKUs and feature variations without hardware changes.

What is the maximum CPU clock speed of the PIC16F527-I/ML?
The PIC16F527-I/ML executes instructions at up to 20 MHz, delivering a 4 MIPS instruction throughput. According to the Microchip datasheet 40001652D, the device supports a factory-calibrated 20 MHz internal oscillator, and the 8-bit PIC16 core completes one instruction per four oscillator cycles, making this part suitable for tight-loop analog control where deterministic timing matters.
How much Flash program memory does the PIC16F527-I/ML have?
The PIC16F527-I/ML integrates 1.5 KB (1K x 14) of self-programmable Flash memory. Per the Microchip datasheet, this Flash supports In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP), enabling field firmware updates without removing the device. The 14-bit instruction word is characteristic of the PIC16 baseline family, allowing single-word encoding of most instructions to keep code density high.
Is the PIC16F527-I/ML RoHS compliant?
Yes, the PIC16F527-I/ML is RoHS compliant. Per the Microchip product page, the 20-pin QFN (ML) package is lead-free and meets current RoHS directives. Lead-free reflow profiles up to 245C peak are supported; however, board-level reliability still requires thermal management of the exposed pad to keep junction temperature within the -40C to +85C industrial range.
Where can I download the PIC16F527-I/ML datasheet PDF?
The official Microchip datasheet (document 40001652D) is hosted at https://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/aemDocuments/documents/OTH/ProductDocuments/DataSheets/40001652D.pdf. A mirrored copy is also available via AllDatasheet (2185704). The datasheet contains the electrical characteristics, instruction set summary, and typical application circuits for the ADC, op-amps, and comparators.
What is the difference between PIC16F527-I/ML and PIC16F527T-I/ML?
The PIC16F527T-I/ML is the tape-and-reel packaging variant of the PIC16F527-I/ML. Both share the same 20-pin QFN (ML) package, the same silicon die, and identical electrical specifications. The trailing 'T' indicates the reel orientation for high-volume pick-and-place assembly, while the base '-I/ML' part number is typically supplied in less-than-reel quantities.
Where to buy PIC16F527-I/ML online with current stock and pricing?
The PIC16F527-I/ML is in stock at major distributors including DigiKey, Mouser, and LCSC as of 2026-10-09. Per the verified distributor listings, unit pricing starts at approximately $1.78 at qty-1, scaling down to roughly $1.05 per unit at 1000 pieces. Mouser (Mouser part detail link in data_sources) and LCSC (C637939) both offer immediate fulfillment, with LCSC pricing starting from $1.4821.
What is the lead time for PIC16F527-I/ML when ordering?
Lead time for the PIC16F527-I/ML is typically immediate at DigiKey and Mouser as of 2026-10-09 because the part is in active production and widely distributed. Per the Mouser and DigiKey product pages, both distributors list the device as 'in stock' with same-day shipping options for small quantities. Industrial-volume orders (5000+) require confirmation but standard lead time remains 4-6 weeks from Microchip direct.
PIC16F527-I/ML vs PIC16F570 - which is better for my application?
Choose the PIC16F527 for compact 20-pin designs where board space is critical and lower GPIO count is acceptable. Choose the PIC16F570 for 28-pin applications needing more I/O pins and a larger Flash/RAM budget. Per the Microchip PIC16F527/PIC16F570 datasheet (30010028B), both share the same ADC, dual op-amp, dual comparator analog integration - the PIC16F570 simply scales up pin count and memory.
When should I choose the PIC16F527-I/ML over the PIC16F1829T-I/SO?
Choose the PIC16F527-I/ML when your design needs integrated analog peripherals (dual op-amps + dual comparators + ADC) in a 20-pin QFN footprint and you can work within the 1.5 KB Flash / 128-byte RAM budget. Choose the PIC16F1829T-I/SO when you need substantially more Flash (up to 14 KB), more RAM (up to 1 KB), enhanced peripherals like PWM/SPI/I2C, but at the cost of an external analog front-end.
What is the best drop-in replacement for PIC16F527-I/ML in the same QFN-20 package?
The PIC16F527T-I/ML is the closest drop-in equivalent: same 20-pin QFN (ML) 4x4 mm package, same silicon die, same electrical specifications, differentiated only by tape-and-reel packaging orientation. For functionally equivalent parts in the same package, the PIC16F570 family in the QFN package provides more I/O and memory in a larger pin count and is NOT a drop-in for the 20-pin PIC16F527.
What are the key specifications of the PIC16F527-I/ML that engineers should know?
Engineers designing with the PIC16F527-I/ML should note: 8-bit PIC16 RISC core at 20 MHz / 4 MIPS; 1.5 KB Flash with ICSP support; 128 bytes RAM; 2.0V to 5.5V VDD; integrated 8-bit ADC, dual rail-to-rail op-amps, and dual comparators with programmable voltage reference; industrial -40C to +85C temperature range; 20-pin QFN (ML) 4x4 mm package with exposed thermal pad.
What is the best Microchip equivalent for PIC16F527-I/ML within the same family?
The PIC16F527T-I/ML is the same-family Microchip equivalent with identical silicon and QFN-20 footprint, differing only in tape-and-reel packaging orientation. For broader PIC16F5XX family coverage with more memory and I/O, the PIC16F570 family (28-pin variants) provides more headroom but requires a PCB redesign because the pin count differs. Per Microchip's PIC16F527/PIC16F570 datasheet (30010028B), pin compatibility only exists within the same package.
Where to find PIC16F527-I/ML pinout for the 20-pin QFN package?
The PIC16F527-I/ML pinout is documented in the Microchip datasheet 40001652D. The 20-pin QFN (ML) 4x4 mm package assigns VDD, VSS, ICSPDAT, ICSPCLK, GPIO, ADC inputs, and op-amp/comparator I/O across the 20 pads plus the exposed thermal pad. Per the datasheet pinout diagram, the package orientation matches the standard QFN convention with pin 1 indicated by a dot marker on the top surface.
Is the PIC16F527-I/ML suitable for battery-powered LED lighting?
Yes, the PIC16F527-I/ML is suitable for battery-powered LED lighting control due to its 2.0V to 5.5V wide VDD range and integrated analog peripherals. The PIC's low-power modes plus the dual op-amps and comparators allow closed-loop current sensing for LED drivers without an external analog IC, reducing BOM cost. Industrial -40C to +85C operation supports outdoor and automotive interior lighting applications.

Données de référence d'ingénierie pour PIC16F527-I/ML — comparaison, recommandations de conception et informations de conformité.

Guide de sélection

Choose the PIC16F527-I/ML when your design needs a low-cost 8-bit PIC with integrated analog peripherals (ADC + dual op-amps + dual comparators) in the smallest possible footprint (20-pin QFN 4x4 mm) and can operate within the 1.5 KB Flash / 128-byte RAM budget. The I-grade temperature range -40C to +85C covers industrial and consumer applications including battery chargers, LED drivers, sensor interfaces, and small appliances. Choose the PIC16F527-E/ML when your design must survive +125C ambient in automotive underhood or industrial furnace environments - it is identical silicon in the same footprint. Choose the PIC16F527T-I/ML for high-volume pick-and-place assembly using tape-and-reel. For designs needing more Flash, more RAM, or enhanced peripherals like PWM/I2C/SPI, step up to the PIC16F1829T-I/SO - but note this is NOT a drop-in replacement and requires external analog components plus PCB redesign.

Comparaison avec les alternatives

Paramètre Ce produit PIC16F527T-I/ML PIC16F527-I/MLVAO PIC16F527-E/ML
Package 20-QFN (ML) 4x4 mm 20-QFN (ML) 4x4 mm - same 20-QFN (ML) 4x4 mm - same 20-QFN (ML) 4x4 mm - same
Brand Microchip Technology Microchip Technology Microchip Technology Microchip Technology
Core 8-bit PIC16 8-bit PIC16 8-bit PIC16 8-bit PIC16
Max CPU Speed 20 MHz 20 MHz 20 MHz 20 MHz
Flash Memory 1.5 KB 1.5 KB 1.5 KB 1.5 KB
Temperature Grade Industrial -40C to +85C Industrial -40C to +85C Automotive VAO grade Extended -40C to +125C
Packaging Form Tube Tape & Reel Tube Tube
Integrated Analog ADC + 2 Op-Amps + 2 Comparators ADC + 2 Op-Amps + 2 Comparators ADC + 2 Op-Amps + 2 Comparators ADC + 2 Op-Amps + 2 Comparators

Principaux différenciateurs

  • Only 20-pin QFN PIC16F5XX with full dual op-amp + dual comparator + ADC integration (vs PIC16F1829T-I/SO)
  • Smallest footprint integrated analog MCU in PIC16 family (vs PIC16F570)
  • Extended temperature option available in same package (vs PIC16F527-E/ML)

Notes de conception

The 20-pin QFN (ML) package exposes the central thermal pad, which must be soldered to a PCB thermal land of at least 1 square cm. Estimated: with the recommended 4x4 via array under the exposed pad, the theta_JA is approximately 35 C/W on a 2-layer FR-4 board; without a thermal land this can exceed 80 C/W. For industrial -40C to +85C operation in enclosed appliance housings, verify junction temperature by estimating the average quiescent current (~1 mA active, ~100 nA sleep) times VDD plus I/O switching losses, then add 35 C/W times ambient delta to confirm Tj < 125C.

Decoupling capacitors must be placed within 3 mm of the VDD pin (pin 7) and the VSS pin (pin 8). Use a 100 nF X7R ceramic in parallel with a 4.7 uF or 10 uF bulk ceramic on VDD. The ICSP programming pins (RB6/ICSPCLK and RB7/ICSPDAT) should have a 4.7 kohm pull-up to VDD if in-circuit programming is required, and these pins should not be loaded with heavy capacitance so the programmer can drive them reliably.

Do not leave op-amp inputs floating when the op-amps are enabled; tie each unused non-inverting input to a known reference (VDD/2 typically) through a 100 kohm resistor to prevent input leakage that biases the rail unexpectedly. The internal voltage reference for the comparators must be enabled in firmware before use; otherwise the comparator negative inputs will not have a valid threshold. Watch out for the ICSP pins RB6/RB7 being repurposed as GPIO - if firmware configures them as outputs, ICSP cannot reprogram the part without a high-voltage reset sequence.

Informations de conformité

RoHS
Compliant
REACH
Compliant
AEC-Q100
Not Qualified
Sans plomb
Yes
Sans halogène
Yes
Minerais de conflit
Compliant

RoHS and REACH compliant per Microchip product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - automotive designs requiring qualification should request the VAO suffix variant. Lead-free reflow up to 245C peak supported.

Données vérifiées le : 2026-10-09 — données vérifiées et sélectionnées par l'équipe d'ingénierie composants de XAIPART

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