PIC16F1507-I/P - 8-Bit 20MHz MCU 3.5KB Flash | Microchip
MPN: PIC16F1507-I/P β Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2.32 | $2.32 |
| 10 | $2.05 | $20.50 |
| 100 | $1.78 | $178.00 |
| 500 | $1.55 | $775.00 |
| 1,000 | $1.32 | $1,320.00 |
PIC16F1507-I/P Overview
An 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer with an 8-bit data path, integrating CPU, program memory, data RAM, non-volatile Flash/EEPROM, timers, communication peripherals, and I/O on one die. Within the taxonomy, PIC16F1507 belongs to the PIC16 enhanced mid-range family -> PIC16F1xxx product line -> 8-bit PIC MCUs -> microcontrollers -> integrated circuits. These MCUs occupy the low-power, deterministic-control tier of embedded design, competing with other 8-bit cores (8051, AVR) and sitting below 16/32-bit MCUs (PIC24, dsPIC, STM32, MSP430) in arithmetic throughput but excelling in cost, simplicity, and interrupt latency.
Key differentiating features include the 4.17-class CIP block (CLC, NCO, CWG) which is uncommon in this price bracket, 10-bit ADC with internal voltage reference, two I2C/SPI capable MSSP-style modules, and an integrated oscillator with Β±1% HFINTOSC accuracy. The device supports in-circuit serial programming (ICSP) via two pins, allowing firmware updates on fully assembled boards without a bootloader.
Typical applications include low-cost consumer appliances, white goods user-interface controllers, battery-powered sensor nodes with sleep currents below 1 uA, LED lighting drivers using the CWG and PWM peripherals, automotive body and interior modules (with the AEC-Q100 qualified -E variant), and industrial control logic such as simple PLCs, fan controllers, and small motor drivers. The wide 1.8-5.5 V supply range enables direct operation from 2x AA cells or 5 V regulated rails.
When designing with the PIC16F1507-I/P, allocate pin budget carefully: VPP/ICSPCLK share a programming pin, and the CWG outputs overlap with standard GPIO. For best ADC accuracy, place a 0.1 uF decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of VDD and use a ground plane. MPLAB X IDE with XC8 compiler and the MPLAB Code Configurator (MCC) is the recommended toolchain.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, same-brand drop-in variants (PIC16F1507-E/P for -40C to +125C, PIC16F1503 for reduced-pin-count designs), and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone, optimized for engineers selecting 8-bit MCUs for cost-sensitive embedded applications.
Drop-in alternatives for PIC16F1507-I/P β same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with PIC16F1507-I/P (same form factor and footprint) β differing in Mounting Type, Package, Core Independent Peripherals, Number of I/O Pins, Operating Voltage Range.
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PIC16F1507-I/P Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core | PIC16 enhanced mid-range 8-bit RISC |
| CPU Speed | 20 MHz (200 ns instruction cycle) |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 3.5 KB (2K x 14 words) |
| Data SRAM | 128 bytes |
| I/O Pins | 18 |
| Package | 20-pin PDIP (through-hole) |
| Operating Voltage | 1.8 V to 5.5 V |
| ADC | 10-bit, up to 12 channels |
| Timers | 4 x 8-bit + 1 x 16-bit |
| PWM Modules | 2 (with complementary outputs) |
| Communication | EUSART, MSSP (I2C/SPI) |
| Core Independent Peripherals | CLC, NCO, CWG, Configurable Logic Cells |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial) |
| Mounting Type | Through-hole |
| MSL Level | 1 (unlimited) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead Free | Yes |
PIC16F1507-I/P Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RA0/ICSPDAT β Bidirectional I/O / ICSP data |
| Pin 2 | RA1/ICSPCLK β Bidirectional I/O / ICSP clock |
| Pin 3 | RA2 β Bidirectional I/O / analog input |
| Pin 4 | RA3/MCLR β I/O / Master Clear reset (active low) |
| Pin 5 | RA4 β Bidirectional I/O / analog input |
| Pin 6 | RA5 β Bidirectional I/O / analog input |
| Pin 7 | VSS β Ground reference |
| Pin 8 | RA6 β Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 9 | RA7 β Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 10 | RB0 β Bidirectional I/O / analog input / interrupt |
| Pin 11 | RB1 β Bidirectional I/O / analog input |
| Pin 12 | RB2 β Bidirectional I/O / analog input |
| Pin 13 | RB3 β Bidirectional I/O / analog input |
| Pin 14 | RB4 β Bidirectional I/O / analog input |
| Pin 15 | RB5 β Bidirectional I/O / analog input |
| Pin 16 | RB6 β Bidirectional I/O / analog input |
| Pin 17 | RB7 β Bidirectional I/O / analog input |
| Pin 18 | VDD β Positive power supply |
| Pin 19 | VSS β Ground reference |
| Pin 20 | RC0 β Bidirectional I/O / analog input |
Typical Applications
PIC16F1507-I/P is suitable for 6 applications: Consumer Appliance User Interface, Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node, LED Lighting and Dimming Controller, Industrial Control Logic Module, Automotive Body and Interior Module, Small Motor and Fan Speed Controller.
Consumer Appliance User Interface
The PIC16F1507-I/P is well-suited for consumer appliance front-panel controllers in washing machines, microwaves, and air conditioners. Its 18 I/O pins directly drive 7-segment LED displays, keypads, and indicator LEDs without external logic. The Core Independent Peripherals (CLC, NCO) handle button debouncing and buzzer tone generation in hardware, freeing the 20 MHz CPU for menu logic and sensor polling. Operating from 1.8 V to 5.5 V, the same MCU works in 3.3 V and 5 V designs, while the industrial -40C to +85C range covers kitchen and laundry environments.
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Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node
For battery-powered wireless sensor nodes, the PIC16F1507-I/P's 1.8 V minimum supply enables direct operation from a single 1.5 V AA cell via a boost converter or from a 3 V coin cell. Sleep current below 1 uA extends battery life to multiple years. The 10-bit ADC with up to 12 channels reads temperature, humidity, and battery voltage sensors, while the EUSART interfaces with sub-GHz transceivers like the Microchip MRF89XA. The CIP-based NCO can generate wake-up pulses without CPU involvement, drastically reducing average power consumption in duty-cycled applications.
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LED Lighting and Dimming Controller
The PIC16F1507-I/P drives LED lighting through its two PWM modules with complementary outputs and the Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG) peripheral. The CWG produces dead-band-controlled complementary PWM signals ideal for half-bridge LED drivers, eliminating shoot-through without CPU overhead. Combined with the Configurable Logic Cells (CLC), the MCU implements dimming curves, color mixing, and thermal foldback in hardware. The 20 MHz instruction cycle ensures flicker-free PWM above 100 kHz, well above the human flicker fusion threshold, while the wide supply range supports both 12 V and 24 V LED strips.
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Industrial Control Logic Module
In industrial PLCs and machine controllers, the PIC16F1507-I/P serves as a distributed I/O node. Its 18 I/O pins handle digital inputs (limit switches, sensors) and outputs (relays, solenoids) directly, while the 10-bit ADC monitors analog process variables such as pressure or flow. The EUSART and MSSP peripherals connect to RS-485 or I2C industrial networks. Deterministic interrupt latency, characteristic of 8-bit PIC cores, ensures consistent response in control loops, and the -40C to +85C industrial range suits factory floor environments with ambient temperature variation.
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Automotive Body and Interior Module
For automotive interior applications such as HVAC control panels, seat controllers, and window lift modules, the PIC16F1507-I/P paired with its AEC-Q100 qualified sibling PIC16F1507-E/P provides a cost-effective 8-bit solution. The MCU drives LIN bus communication via the EUSART for body control networks. The CWG and PWM peripherals control small DC motors for mirror adjustment and seat positioning, while the ADC monitors battery voltage and temperature. With -40C to +125C support in the -E variant, the device survives under-dash thermal stress, and the CIP architecture offloads LIN scheduling and PWM generation from the CPU.
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Small Motor and Fan Speed Controller
The PIC16F1507-I/P controls small brushless DC fans and brushed motors through its PWM, CWG, and timer peripherals. The Complementary Waveform Generator produces center-aligned PWM with programmable dead-band, ideal for 3-phase or half-bridge motor drivers. The 16-bit timer captures tachometer feedback from Hall sensors or back-EMF, enabling closed-loop speed control without CPU load. The 1.8 V to 5.5 V supply range supports both 3.3 V logic-level MOSFETs and 5 V legacy drivers, while the industrial temperature range handles PC and appliance cooling environments.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC16F1507-E/P | PIC16F1459-I/P | PIC16F1503-I/P |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 20-pin PDIP | 20-pin PDIP - same | 20-pin PDIP - same | 20-pin PDIP - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Core | PIC16 enhanced mid-range 8-bit | PIC16 enhanced mid-range 8-bit | PIC16 enhanced mid-range 8-bit | PIC16 enhanced mid-range 8-bit |
| Max CPU Speed | 20 MHz | 20 MHz | 48 MHz (with PLL) | 20 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 3.5 KB | 3.5 KB | 14 KB | 2 KB |
| SRAM | 128 B | 128 B | 1024 B | 128 B |
| I/O Pins | 18 | 18 | 18 | 12 |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +125C (Extended/AEC-Q100) | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C |
| ADC | 10-bit, 12 channels | 10-bit, 12 channels | 10-bit, 9 channels | 10-bit, 8 channels |
| USB Peripheral | No | No | Yes, USB 2.0 FS | No |
Key Differentiators
- Same-footprint upgrade path to USB-enabled MCU (vs PIC16F1459-I/P)
- Cost-optimized lower-memory variant in same family (vs PIC16F1503-I/P)
- Extended temperature AEC-Q100 option with identical pinout (vs PIC16F1507-E/P)
Design Notes
Decouple VDD (pin 18) with a 0.1 uF ceramic capacitor placed within 5 mm of the pin, and add a bulk 1-10 uF capacitor if the supply trace exceeds 25 mm. The PIC16F1507-I/P's wide 1.8-5.5 V supply allows direct battery operation, but for designs switching loads >50 mA, isolate the MCU supply with a ferrite bead or small LDO to prevent digital noise coupling into the analog ADC reference. In sleep-mode applications, the brown-out reset (BOR) and watchdog timer (WDT) should remain enabled for reliability; the LFINTOSC continues running at 31 kHz for periodic wake-up.
Use a star-ground topology with VSS (pins 7 and 19) connected at a single point near the decoupling capacitor return. Place the analog input traces away from switching signals such as PWM outputs and clock lines to minimize ADC crosstalk. For ICSP programming, route the ICSPDAT (pin 1) and ICSPCLK (pin 2) traces with 0.2 mm clearance from adjacent signals and provide a labeled header footprint matching Microchip's 6-pin ICSP standard. The MCLR pin (pin 4) requires a 10 kohm pull-up to VDD and a 100 nF cap to ground for noise immunity.
Common pitfalls with the PIC16F1507-I/P include: (1) forgetting that RA3/MCLR (pin 4) is a bidirectional I/O only when the MCLRE configuration bit is cleared - otherwise it is input-only; (2) enabling the analog channels on Port A without first clearing the ANSEL register, which disables digital input buffers and can cause I/O failures; (3) using the internal HFINTOSC at 16 MHz without verifying the PLL configuration, which can silently fail if the PLLEN bit is not set in OSCCON; (4) ignoring the ICSP shared-pin restriction, where RA0 and RA1 cannot be used as outputs during in-circuit programming. Always consult the device errata document (DS80000537) for known silicon issues.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. The PIC16F1507-I/P is not AEC-Q100 qualified; the -E/P variant is AEC-Q100 qualified for automotive applications. REACH compliance per Microchip product declaration. Halogen-free status not explicitly stated in provided data.
