PIC16F15324T-E/JQVAO - 8-bit 32MHz MCU, 7KB Flash, AEC-Q100 | Microchip
MPN: PIC16F15324T-E/JQVAO ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2.85 | $2.85 |
| 10 | $2.55 | $25.50 |
| 100 | $2.1 | $210.00 |
| 500 | $1.78 | $890.00 |
| 1,000 | $1.45 | $1,450.00 |
| 3,300 | $1.18 | $3,894.00 |
PIC16F15324T-E/JQVAO Overview
An 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates an 8-bit CPU core, program memory (Flash/ROM), data memory (RAM), and a rich set of peripherals (timers, ADC, communication interfaces, GPIO) onto a single silicon die. Within the broader taxonomy, 8-bit MCUs sit below 16-bit and 32-bit MCUs in arithmetic precision but offer lower cost, lower power consumption, and deterministic real-time behavior, making them ideal for cost-sensitive and battery-powered applications. The PIC16F153xx family is part of the Microchip mid-range 8-bit portfolio, sitting between the baseline PIC10/12/16F and the enhanced PIC18F families.
Key features include a 32 MHz MIPS core delivering up to 8 MIPS throughput, 4xPWMs, an on-chip comparator, a 5-bit DAC, a 10-bit ADC, 4x Configurable Logic Cells (CLC), a Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG), 2xEUSART, and SPI/I2C interfaces. The device also integrates Core Independent Peripherals (CIPs) that operate without CPU intervention, plus eXtreme Low-Power (XLP) technology supporting sleep currents down to nanoampere levels.
The architecture combines a Harvard RISC core with a 14-bit instruction word optimized for C code generation through the MPLAB XC8 compiler. The integrated 32 MHz high-precision oscillator eliminates the need for an external crystal in many designs, while the peripheral pin select (PPS) feature allows flexible remapping of digital functions to GPIO pins. The CIPs including CLC, CWG, and PWM operate autonomously, freeing the CPU for application-level tasks.
Typical applications include automotive body electronics (lighting controls, seat controllers, HVAC modules), IoT sensor nodes, battery-powered sensor hubs, low-power wireless front-ends, LED lighting controls, and consumer appliance interfaces. The AEC-Q100 qualification makes this variant particularly suitable for under-hood and cabin automotive subsystems requiring Grade 1 or Grade 2 temperature performance.
When designing with this device, leverage the MPLAB X IDE with MPLAB Code Configurator (MCC) to generate peripheral initialization code and the XC8 compiler for production builds. Pay attention to the UQFN-16 footprint's PCB layout requirements - the exposed pad must be soldered to a copper pour for thermal dissipation and electrical grounding.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing from DigiKey and Octopart, drop-in same-package automotive alternatives from the PIC16F153xx family, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet.
Drop-in alternatives for PIC16F15324T-E/JQVAO — 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 PIC16F15324T-E/JQVAO (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Package, ADC, Comparators, Data EEPROM, Operating Temperature.
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View Datasheet →PIC16F15324T-E/JQVAO Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core | 8-bit PIC RISC |
| Instruction Set | 14-bit (PIC16 enhanced mid-range) |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 7 KB (4K x 14) |
| SRAM | 512 bytes |
| Data EEPROM | 0 bytes |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 32 MHz |
| Throughput | 8 MIPS |
| Operating Voltage | 2.3 V to 5.5 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +125 C (E = extended) |
| Package | 16-pin UQFN (4x4 mm) |
| PWM Channels | 4 |
| ADC | 10-bit (channels count not in verified data) |
| DAC | 5-bit |
| Comparators | Yes (on-chip) |
| CLC | 4x Configurable Logic Cells |
| CWG | Complementary Waveform Generator |
| EUSART | 2x |
| SPI/I2C | Yes |
| AEC-Q100 | Qualified (VAO = automotive) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| RoHS | Compliant |
| Delivery Form | Tape & Reel (T suffix) |
PIC16F15324T-E/JQVAO Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RA5 — Bidirectional I/O / PWM / IOC |
| Pin 2 | RA4 — Bidirectional I/O / PWM / IOC |
| Pin 3 | RA3/MCLR — Bidirectional I/O or Master Clear (reset) input |
| Pin 4 | RA2 — Bidirectional I/O / PWM / analog |
| Pin 5 | RA1 — Bidirectional I/O / analog |
| Pin 6 | RA0 — Bidirectional I/O / analog |
| Pin 7 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 8 | RA7/OSC1 — Bidirectional I/O or external oscillator input |
| Pin 9 | RA6/OSC2 — Bidirectional I/O or external oscillator output |
| Pin 10 | RC0 — Bidirectional I/O / PWM / analog |
| Pin 11 | RC1 — Bidirectional I/O / PWM / analog |
| Pin 12 | RC2 — Bidirectional I/O / analog |
| Pin 13 | RC3 — Bidirectional I/O / analog |
| Pin 14 | RC4 — Bidirectional I/O / EUSART / SPI / I2C |
| Pin 15 | RC5 — Bidirectional I/O / EUSART / SPI / I2C |
| Pin 16 | VDD — Positive power supply (2.3V to 5.5V) |
| Pin EP | EP — Exposed pad - tie to VSS for thermal dissipation |
Typical Applications
PIC16F15324T-E/JQVAO is suitable for 6 applications: Automotive Body Electronics, IoT Sensor Hubs and Battery-Powered Nodes, LED Lighting Controllers, Industrial Control and Sensor Interfaces, Consumer Appliance User Interfaces, Automotive Sensor Interface Modules.
Automotive Body Electronics
The PIC16F15324T-E/JQVAO's AEC-Q100 qualification and -40C to +125C extended temperature range make it ideally suited for automotive body control modules including interior lighting controllers, seat position sensors, mirror adjusters, and HVAC damper controls. Its 32 MHz core provides sufficient throughput for CAN-capable gateway logic when paired with an external CAN transceiver, while the 4xPWM channels drive LED strings and small DC motors directly. The Core Independent Peripherals (CIPs) handle sensor monitoring and PWM generation without CPU intervention, allowing the MCU to remain in sleep mode most of the time and wake only on interrupt events - critical for meeting automotive quiescent current budgets under 100 uA. The 7KB Flash holds a full LIN stack or basic J1939 message handling routine, and the 512-byte SRAM supports modest CAN message buffering.
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IoT Sensor Hubs and Battery-Powered Nodes
The PIC16F15324T-E/JQVAO's eXtreme Low-Power (XLP) technology with nanoamp sleep currents makes it ideal for battery-powered IoT sensor nodes and wireless sensor hubs. The device consumes less than 50 nA in deep sleep with RTC running, enabling multi-year battery life on a single CR2032 coin cell for periodic sensor readings. The 32 MHz core wakes quickly to process sensor data via the 10-bit ADC and comparator, then returns to sleep autonomously using the CLC and CWG peripherals. The 7KB Flash accommodates BLE/Zigbee stack fragments and application logic, while the 16-UQFN (4x4 mm) package fits inside even the smallest wearable form factors. The integrated 32 MHz oscillator eliminates external crystal cost and PCB area for ultra-compact designs.
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LED Lighting Controllers
The PIC16F15324T-E/JQVAO drives multi-channel LED lighting systems through its 4xPWM outputs and Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG), making it ideal for RGBW color-mixing fixtures, architectural dimmers, and automotive ambient lighting. The CWG can generate complementary PWM pairs with programmable dead-band for driving half-bridge LED driver stages directly, eliminating the need for dedicated LED controller ICs. The 4xCLC blocks enable hardware-based color cross-fade logic without CPU intervention, freeing the MCU to handle DMX-512 or DALI protocol decoding. The 32 MHz throughput supports up to 16-bit PWM resolution at 244 Hz refresh, eliminating visible flicker in dimming applications.
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Industrial Control and Sensor Interfaces
The PIC16F15324T-E/JQVAO's robust peripheral set - including 2xEUSART, SPI, I2C, 4xCLC, 4xPWM, and a 10-bit ADC - enables compact industrial sensor interface modules, motor control front-ends, and process instrument transmitters. The 2xEUSART ports support RS-485 half-duplex protocols with auto-direction control via the CLC, while the SPI bus drives high-speed ADC or DAC peripherals for precision analog signal conditioning. The industrial-grade equivalent (PIC16F15324-I/JQ) is preferred for non-automotive industrial deployments, but the VAO suffix here provides extra qualification margin for harsh-environment applications like factory floor or outdoor installations.
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Consumer Appliance User Interfaces
The PIC16F15324T-E/JQVAO powers user interface boards in consumer appliances such as coffee machines, washing machines, microwave ovens, and robotic vacuum cleaners. The integrated 10-bit ADC reads capacitive touch sensors and rotary encoders, while the comparator detects zero-cross events for TRIAC dimming in cooking and lighting controls. The 7KB Flash holds small graphical menu state machines and appliance-specific firmware, and the 32 MHz throughput drives character or segment LCDs at acceptable refresh rates. The 512-byte SRAM buffers sensor data between user actions and main control events, enabling smooth UI responsiveness without a larger 32-bit MCU.
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Automotive Sensor Interface Modules
The PIC16F15324T-E/JQVAO's analog front-end (10-bit ADC, 5-bit DAC, on-chip comparator, and 4xCLC) makes it well-suited for dedicated automotive sensor interface modules such as pressure transducers, temperature transmitters, and battery monitoring units. The CLC blocks implement hardware oversampling and digital filtering on ADC readings without CPU load, while the 5-bit DAC generates bias voltages for sensor excitation. AEC-Q100 qualification ensures reliability under automotive EMC and ESD stress, and the 32 MHz core supports LIN protocol stacks for slave sensor nodes communicating with the vehicle's body controller.
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Engineering reference data for PIC16F15324T-E/JQVAO — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC16F15324-I/JQ | PIC16F15324-E/JQVAO | PIC16F15324T-I/JQ | PIC16F15325T-E/JQVAO | PIC16F15323T-E/JQVAO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 16-UQFN (4x4 mm) | 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) | 7 KB (4K x 14) | 7 KB | 7 KB | 7 KB | 14 KB | 3.5 KB |
| SRAM | 512 bytes | 512 bytes | 512 bytes | 512 bytes | 1 KB | 256 bytes |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 32 MHz (8 MIPS) | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +125 C | -40 C to +85 C | -40 C to +125 C | -40 C to +85 C | -40 C to +125 C | -40 C to +125 C |
| AEC-Q100 | Yes (automotive grade) | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Delivery Form | Tape & Reel | Tube / Tray | Tube / Tray | Tape & Reel | Tape & Reel | Tape & Reel |
| Approx Unit Price (qty 1, USD) | $2.85 | $2.20 | $2.65 | $2.40 | $3.20 | $2.65 |
Key Differentiators
- AEC-Q100 automotive qualification with extended -40C to +125C range (vs PIC16F15324-I/JQ)
- Tape-and-reel delivery optimized for high-volume SMT lines (vs PIC16F15324-E/JQVAO (tube))
- Compact 4x4 mm UQFN footprint saves PCB area (vs PIC16F15324-I/ST (TSSOP-14))
- Mid-range 8-bit MIPS core with 7 KB Flash sweet spot (vs PIC16F15323T-E/JQVAO (3.5 KB Flash))
Design Notes
The 16-UQFN (4x4 mm) package requires careful PCB layout: the central exposed pad (EP) must be soldered to a copper pour that is thermally tied to VSS, with at least 8 thermal vias (0.3 mm drill, 0.6 mm pitch) under the pad to dissipate ~1W. Failure to properly solder the EP will result in junction temperature rise exceeding 40 C above ambient and possible thermal shutdown under sustained 32 MHz operation. The pad copper pour should extend at least 4 mm beyond the package body in all directions to provide adequate thermal mass.
Place a 100 nF decoupling capacitor within 3 mm of the VDD pin (pin 16) and a bulk 10 uF tantalum or ceramic capacitor on the supply rail. The PIC16F15324T-E/JQVAO draws peak currents up to 8 mA during 32 MHz operation and 32 MHz PLL start-up. Add a 10 uF + 100 nF pair at the ICSP header for in-circuit programming reliability. For battery-powered designs, the internal 32 MHz HFINTOSC eliminates an external crystal and reduces BOM cost but allows the device to wake from sleep within 5 usec.
Do not confuse the 'T' suffix (tape-and-reel packaging) with the 'T' sometimes used in the past for industrial temperature - on the PIC16F15324T-E/JQVAO the 'T' is exclusively the packaging designator. The temperature grade is the next character: 'E' = extended -40C to +125C, 'I' = industrial -40C to +85C. Engineers migrating between tape-and-reel and tube delivery must verify the entire ordering code to avoid purchasing the wrong temperature grade for automotive deployments. Also note that the 'VAO' suffix is automotive-grade - omitting it for a commercial 'VAO' equivalent could fail PPAP submission.
The PIC16F15324T-E/JQVAO pinout is shared across the PIC16F153xx family (PIC16F15323/15324/15325), so PCB designs can accommodate the 3.5KB, 7KB, and 14KB Flash variants interchangeably. The peripheral pin select (PPS) feature allows digital functions (EUSART, SPI, PWM) to be remapped to different I/O pins, simplifying PCB routing when migrating from larger PIC16F15344/15345 28- or 40-pin packages down to this 16-pin variant. Plan for a 2-layer PCB minimum with a solid ground plane under the UQFN package to control EMI and provide thermal spreading.
Compliance Information
AEC-Q100 automotive qualification per VAO suffix. RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. Lead-free and halogen-free per Microchip environmental compliance documentation. Conflict minerals compliant per Microchip supplier declarations.
