PIC16F15325-E/P - 8-Bit 32MHz XLP MCU 14KB Flash DIP-14
MPN: PIC16F15325-E/P ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1.28 | $1.28 |
| 10 | $1.15 | $11.50 |
| 100 | $1.02 | $102.00 |
| 500 | $0.89 | $445.00 |
| 1,000 | $0.78 | $780.00 |
| 3,000 | $0.65 | $1,950.00 |
PIC16F15325-E/P Overview
An 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a programmable integrated circuit that executes instructions on 8-bit data words; within the broader power management and embedded hierarchy, an MCU sits alongside microprocessors and DSPs as the core of any digital control subsystem. The PIC16F15325 belongs to the "cost-effective 8 to 48-pin" sub-family that combines Intelligent Analog peripherals, Core Independent Peripherals (CIPs), and eXtreme Low-Power (XLP) technology for low-power applications.
Key differentiating features include 4xPWMs, a hardware Comparator, a 5-bit DAC, a 10-bit ADC with automatic averaging, 4x Configurable Logic Cells (CLC), a Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG), 2x EUSART (Enhanced USART), and SPI/I2C interfaces. The device also supports up to 12 I/O pins and operates across 1.8V to 5.5V supply voltage with XLP sleep currents below 50 nA typical.
The architecture uses a 14-bit instruction word modified Harvard design with a 32MHz internal oscillator (8MHz base x 4 PLL) and an instruction cycle of 125 ns. The integrated Core Independent Peripherals allow hardware-based state machine logic without CPU intervention, reducing firmware overhead and current draw. The CLC blocks can implement custom logic glue between peripherals, useful for motor control, lighting, and sensor signal conditioning.
Typical applications include battery-powered IoT sensor nodes, LED lighting controllers, consumer appliances, low-cost motor control (small DC fans and steppers via CWG), and home automation edge devices. The wide 1.8V-5.5V range supports both single-cell Li-ion and 5V USB-powered designs.
When designing, note that the PDIP-14 package offers 12 usable I/O pins (RA0-RA5, RC0-RC5) and that the internal 32MHz oscillator eliminates the need for an external crystal in most cost-sensitive designs. For PCB layouts where through-hole is preferred, the -E/P variant remains a popular choice over the surface-mount PIC16F15325-I/SL.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives within the same 14-pin PDIP footprint, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
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View Datasheet →PIC16F15325-E/P Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Series | PIC® 16F |
| Family | PIC16(L)F153xx (Cost-Effective 8 to 48-Pin) |
| Core Processor | PIC |
| Core Size | 8-Bit |
| Max CPU Speed | 32 MHz |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 14 KB (8K x 14) |
| RAM | 1 KB |
| Supply Voltage | 1.8 V to 5.5 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +125 C |
| Package | 14-PDIP (300 mil, 7.62 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Through-Hole |
| Number of I/O | 12 (RA0-RA5, RC0-RC5) |
| ADC | 10-bit |
| DAC | 5-bit |
| PWM Channels | 4 |
| Comparators | 1 |
| CLC (Configurable Logic Cells) | 4 |
| CWG (Complementary Waveform Generator) | Yes |
| EUSART | 2 |
| SPI | Yes |
| I2C | Yes |
| XLP Sleep Current | < 50 nA typical |
| Internal Oscillator | 32 MHz (8 MHz x 4 PLL) |
| Instruction Cycle | 125 ns @ 32 MHz |
| MSL Level | 1 (unlimited) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC16F15325-E/P Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RA5 — Bidirectional I/O / DAC output / analog input |
| Pin 2 | RA4 — Bidirectional I/O / analog input / CLC output |
| Pin 3 | RA3 — Bidirectional I/O / MCLR#/Reset input |
| Pin 4 | RC5 — Bidirectional I/O / analog input |
| Pin 5 | RC4 — Bidirectional I/O / analog input |
| Pin 6 | RC3 — Bidirectional I/O / SCL (I2C) / analog input |
| Pin 7 | RC2 — Bidirectional I/O / SDA (I2C) / analog input |
| Pin 8 | RC1 — Bidirectional I/O / CCP / analog input |
| Pin 9 | RC0 — Bidirectional I/O / analog input |
| Pin 10 | RA2 — Bidirectional I/O / analog input / CWG output |
| Pin 11 | RA1 — Bidirectional I/O / ICSPCLK / analog input |
| Pin 12 | RA0 — Bidirectional I/O / ICSPDAT / analog input |
| Pin 13 | VDD — Positive supply voltage (1.8 V to 5.5 V) |
| Pin 14 | VSS — Ground reference |
Typical Applications
PIC16F15325-E/P is suitable for 6 applications: Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node, LED Lighting Controller, Small DC Motor / Fan Control, Consumer Appliance Control Board, Industrial Sensor Transmitter (4-20 mA Loop), Home Automation Edge Device.
Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node
The PIC16F15325-E/P is well-suited for IoT sensor nodes because its XLP eXtreme Low-Power modes drop sleep current below 50 nA typical, while the 32 MHz internal oscillator provides 8 MIPS to service interrupts and EUSART transmissions before returning to sleep. The 1.8-5.5 V range directly accepts a single Li-ion cell (3.0-4.2 V) or 2x AA alkaline, eliminating an external LDO. The 14 KB Flash comfortably holds a 6LoWPAN or LoRaWAN stack with sensor drivers, and the 10-bit ADC reads battery voltage and analog sensors without extra components. The 4 CLC blocks implement hardware debouncing and event counting without CPU wake-up, maximizing battery life.
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LED Lighting Controller
For LED lighting applications, the PIC16F15325-E/P provides 4 hardware PWM channels capable of driving RGBW LED strings with 16-bit resolution at low frequencies or 10-bit at high frequencies, while the Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG) handles half-bridge or full-bridge LED driver dead-time control. The 5-bit DAC combined with the hardware comparator enables smooth dimming curves via analog feedback. The 4 Configurable Logic Cells (CLC) can implement zero-crossing detection and triac-replacement logic without software overhead. Operating from 1.8-5.5 V, it is suitable for both 3.3 V and 5 V LED driver designs.
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Small DC Motor / Fan Control
The Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG) on the PIC16F15325-E/P produces complementary PWM outputs with programmable dead-time, ideal for driving small brushless DC fans, single-phase BLDC pumps, or stepper motor coils in a half-bridge topology. The 4 PWMs can drive a 6-step BLDC commutation sequence, while the hardware comparator supports back-EMF sensing without CPU intervention. The 32 MHz core handles trapezoidal or sinusoidal commutation tables, and the 1.8-5.5 V range covers 3.3 V and 5 V motor rails. Up to 12 I/O pins leave room for Hall sensor inputs, tachometer feedback, and fault signals.
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Consumer Appliance Control Board
In consumer appliances (coffee machines, blenders, air purifiers), the PIC16F15325-E/P integrates the user-interface MCU with 12 I/O pins for buttons, rotary encoders, status LEDs, and a 7-segment display interface. The EUSARTs enable Wi-Fi/BLE module connectivity for smart appliance features, while SPI/I2C connect to displays and sensor front-ends. The 14 KB Flash holds a full state-machine UI plus PID control loops. Operating up to +125 C, it tolerates the warm enclosure of small kitchen appliances, and the PDIP-14 package is friendly for hand-soldered prototypes and short-run production.
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Industrial Sensor Transmitter (4-20 mA Loop)
For 4-20 mA loop-powered industrial transmitters, the PIC16F15325-E/P operates from the loop voltage (typically 12-30 V) regulated down by a small LDO or shunt regulator, and its 10-bit ADC with hardware averaging reads RTD, thermocouple, or strain-gauge bridges via a companion analog front-end. The hardware comparator implements low-battery/loop-disconnect detection. The 32 MHz MIPS allows 10 ms loop update rates with linearization and PID trim. The -40 C to +125 C operating range and 14-pin PDIP through-hole package suit legacy industrial panel-mount designs where vibration resistance is required.
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Home Automation Edge Device
For home automation hubs and edge devices, the PIC16F15325-E/P provides a low-cost glue controller between sensors (PIR, temperature, door contacts) and a higher-level wireless SoC. The 4 CLC blocks implement hardware event correlation across multiple sensors (e.g., PIR + ambient light + door state) without CPU wake-up, extending battery life to multi-year levels. The 2 EUSARTs can host a wired RS-485 daisy-chain plus a BLE/Zigbee module. The wide 1.8-5.5 V supply accepts 2x AA, CR123, or USB-powered sources. The PDIP-14 package is ideal for DIY/hobbyist home automation projects.
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Engineering reference data for PIC16F15325-E/P — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC16F15313-E/P | PIC16F15324-I/P | PIC16F15214-I/P | PIC16F15243-E/P | PIC16F15325-I/P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 14-PDIP (300 mil, through-hole) | 14-PDIP (300 mil) - same | 14-PDIP (300 mil) - same | 14-PDIP (300 mil) - same | 14-PDIP (300 mil) - same | 14-PDIP (300 mil) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Flash Memory | 14 KB | 7 KB | 7 KB | 7 KB | 7 KB | 14 KB |
| RAM | 1 KB | 512 B | 512 B | 256 B | 256 B | 1 KB |
| Max CPU Speed | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz |
| CLC Blocks | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| CWG (Complementary Waveform Gen) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| EUSART Count | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +125 C (-E grade) | -40 C to +125 C (-E) | -40 C to +85 C (-I) | -40 C to +85 C (-I) | -40 C to +125 C (-E) | -40 C to +85 C (-I) |
Key Differentiators
- Largest Flash memory in 14-pin PDIP PIC16F153xx family (vs PIC16F15313-E/P)
- More CLC blocks and full CWG support than PIC16F152xx legacy family (vs PIC16F15214-I/P)
- Extended -40 C to +125 C temperature range in PDIP package (vs PIC16F15325-I/P)
Design Notes
For battery-powered designs, configure the PIC16F15325-E/P in Sleep mode with wake-up via IOC (Interrupt-On-Change) on RA0/RA1. Per Microchip's XLP documentation, sleep current drops to <50 nA typical, and the 32 MHz HFINTOSC starts in <2 us. Use the RTC with a 32.768 kHz external crystal (timer1 gate) for periodic wake-up, or the LFINTOSC (~31 kHz) for sub-100 nA sleep with WDT timeouts. Estimated: at 3.0 V supply, average current for a 1% duty-cycle wake-up event is ~1.5 uA.
Place a 100 nF decoupling capacitor as close as physically possible to VDD (pin 13) and VSS (pin 14). For designs using the ADC, add a 10 uF bulk capacitor at VDD and route the analog reference (if used) with a guard trace to minimize digital switching noise coupling. The PDIP-14 package's long leads allow easy decoupling on through-hole prototypes; leave at least 5 mm between VDD pin and MCU body for hand-solder access.
Route the ICSP pins (RA0/ICSPDAT and RA1/ICSPCLK) to a 6-pin header on the PCB even if not used in production - this enables field re-programming and debugging without rework. Keep the MCLR#/RA3 trace short and add a 10 kohm pull-up to VDD; do not leave MCLR# floating, as transient noise can reset the MCU. When using the 32 MHz internal oscillator, avoid long traces near high-current switching signals to prevent EMC issues.
Do not exceed 5.5 V on VDD; even brief transients above 6 V can latch the ESD protection. The -E/P variant's -40 C to +125 C operating range requires derating for self-heating in continuous PWM operation - estimated 50 mW at full I/O toggle on all 12 pins at 32 MHz is safe at +85 C ambient with the PDIP-14 thermal resistance (~70 C/W). When migrating from PIC16F182x or PIC16F193x designs, note the I/O pin remapping (RA and RC assignment differs); always regenerate the IOC and PPS configuration.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per Microchip product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified (consumer/industrial grade). Lead-free (Pb-free) per PDIP-14 package marking.
