PIC16F1615-E/P - 8-Bit 32MHz 14KB Flash MCU | Microchip 14-PDIP
MPN: PIC16F1615-E/P ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1.96 | $1.96 |
| 10 | $1.76 | $17.60 |
| 100 | $1.52 | $152.00 |
| 500 | $1.34 | $670.00 |
| 1,000 | $1.18 | $1,180.00 |
PIC16F1615-E/P Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer containing a processor core, program memory (FLASH), working memory (RAM), and a rich set of programmable peripherals. The PIC16F1615 belongs to the 8-bit PIC mid-range architecture, which occupies the entry-level node in the Microchip controller hierarchy: 8-bit PIC -> PIC16 family -> PIC16F1xxx enhanced mid-range -> PIC16F161x sub-family with XLP and FuSa features. Its eXtreme Low Power (XLP) technology enables nanoWatt sleep currents suitable for battery-powered IoT nodes, and the FuSa subsystem provides hardware diagnostics for IEC 60730 Class B safety compliance.
Differentiating features include 10-bit ADC with computation, complementary waveform generator (CWG), four 16-bit timers, two CCP modules, two UART, one I2C/SPI, and 12 I/O pins with interrupt-on-change. The wide operating voltage of 1.8 V to 5.5 V supports both 3.3 V and 5 V rails common in industrial sensor interfaces. Internal 32 MHz oscillator eliminates external crystals in cost-sensitive designs, while the 14-pin PDIP format simplifies through-hole prototyping on breadboards and perfboards. Functional safety features include windowed WDT, oscillator fail-safe, and CRC memory verification, making it attractive for white-good and appliance control.
Typical applications include small BLDC/PMSM motor control loops, sensor signal conditioning, LED lighting controllers, battery-powered IoT endpoints, and safety-critical white goods such as washing machines and dishwashers. The combination of 14 KB FLASH and 1 KB RAM is well suited to mid-complexity state-machine firmware with light protocol stacks. The CWG and CCP peripherals support half-bridge and full-bridge drive timing for low-voltage brushed or stepper motors below 1 A.
When designing with this device, allocate at least two I/O pins for ICSP programming (PGD/PGC), and reserve one I/O for the MCLR reset. The internal oscillator trim should be calibrated at production for UART timing accuracy. Decouple VDD with a 100 nF ceramic placed within 5 mm of the pin, and route analog VDD+ AVSS paths with a ferrite bead if ADC accuracy below 1 LSB is required.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in PIC16F161x family alternatives, application guidance, and PCB design notes not consolidated on the manufacturer product page.
Drop-in alternatives for PIC16F1615-E/P — 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 PIC16F1615-E/P (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Package, ADC, Mounting Type, RoHS Status, Data EEPROM.
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PIC16F1615-E/P Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | PIC 8-bit enhanced mid-range |
| CPU Speed | 32 MHz |
| Program Memory (FLASH) | 14 KB (8K x 14 words) |
| Data Memory (RAM) | 1 KB |
| Package | 14-PDIP (through-hole) |
| Operating Voltage | 1.8 V to 5.5 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (E - extended grade) |
| I/O Pins | 12 |
| ADC | 10-bit |
| Timers | 4 x 16-bit (incl. 24-bit SMT) |
| CCP / CWG | 2 CCP, 1 CWG |
| Communication | 2x UART, 1x I2C/SPI |
| Functional Safety | FuSa (IEC 60730 Class B features) |
| Low Power Technology | XLP nanoWatt |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Mounting Type | Through-Hole |
PIC16F1615-E/P Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | VDD — Positive supply voltage (1.8 V to 5.5 V) |
| Pin 2 | RA5 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 3 | RA4 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 4 | RA3/MCLR — Digital I/O or Master Clear (reset) |
| Pin 5 | RC5 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 6 | RC4 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 7 | RC3 — Digital I/O / SCL (I2C clock) |
| Pin 8 | RC2 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 9 | RC1 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 10 | RC0 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 11 | RA2 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 12 | RA1 — Digital I/O / analog input / ICSPCLK |
| Pin 13 | RA0 — Digital I/O / analog input / ICSPDAT |
| Pin 14 | VSS — Ground reference |
Typical Applications
PIC16F1615-E/P is suitable for 7 applications: Small BLDC / PMSM Motor Control, White Goods Functional Safety Control, Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node, LED Lighting Controller, Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning, Automotive Body and Comfort Electronics, Educational and Hobby Electronics.
Small BLDC / PMSM Motor Control
The PIC16F1615-E/P's CWG and 24-bit SMT peripherals enable precise PWM generation for low-voltage brushless DC motor drive up to 1 A. Its 32 MHz core computes field-oriented control (FOC) loops at sufficient update rates for pumps and fans. The 14-pin PDIP format fits space-constrained motor housings, while on-chip FuSa diagnostics (windowed WDT, oscillator fail-safe, CRC) support IEC 60730 Class B white-good compliance. Compared with discrete analog controllers, the integrated CLC and CCP peripherals reduce PCB area and BOM cost. Designers commonly pair the MCU with a three-phase gate driver such as the Microchip MCP8024 for sensorless trapezoidal commutation in small pumps and fans.
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White Goods Functional Safety Control
On-chip FuSa peripherals qualify the PIC16F1615-E/P for IEC 60730 Class B appliance applications including washing machines, dishwashers, and induction cooktops. Windowed watchdog, oscillator fail-safe, and CRC memory verification replace external safety supervisors, reducing BOM cost by up to $0.50 per board. The 14 KB FLASH accommodates safety libraries plus user application code with comfortable headroom. The extended -40C to +125C temperature grade ensures reliable operation near motor heat sources and steam environments. Pairing with the MCP8024 or similar driver IC creates a complete safety-rated motor control sub-system for Class B white goods.
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Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node
XLP nanoWatt technology drops the PIC16F1615-E/P's sleep current below 50 nA, enabling multi-year coin-cell operation for remote sensor nodes. The 32 MHz CPU wakes quickly from sleep to process sensor reads and transmit over UART or SPI. With 14 KB FLASH and 1 KB RAM, the device supports small protocol stacks such as Modbus RTU or proprietary sub-GHz drivers. The 14-pin PDIP format simplifies breadboard prototyping for low-volume IoT pilot runs. Design tip: enable peripheral clock gating on unused modules and switch the ADC reference off between samples to minimize average current draw below 5 uA.
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LED Lighting Controller
The PIC16F1615-E/P's CWG peripheral generates complementary PWM outputs with programmable dead-band control, ideal for high-brightness LED drivers using buck, boost, or SEPIC topologies. The 10-bit ADC reads ambient light sensors for daylight harvesting, while the 16-bit timers drive high-resolution dimming without flicker. The 1.8 V to 5.5 V range supports both 3.3 V and 5 V LED driver rails. With on-chip FuSa, lighting modules can meet IEC 61347 Class B safety requirements. For tunable-white and RGBW luminaires, the CLC cells implement logic-level mixing without external gates.
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Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning
Industrial 4-20 mA loops and 0-10 V analog sensor signals are conditioned and digitized by the PIC16F1615-E/P's 10-bit ADC and programmable CLC cells. The wide 1.8 V to 5.5 V supply range supports direct connection to 24 V industrial rails with appropriate voltage dividers. The extended -40C to +125C temperature grade ensures reliable operation inside sealed enclosures. UART interfaces connect to PLCs or HMIs for SCADA integration. For Class B installations, the on-chip FuSa diagnostics add a safety layer required by IEC 61508 SIL-rated sensor modules.
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Automotive Body and Comfort Electronics
Although the PIC16F1615-E/P is not AEC-Q100 qualified, it is widely used in non-safety automotive body electronics such as ambient lighting, seat controllers, and HVAC flaps where extended temperature operation is required. The 32 MHz core executes LIN protocol stacks efficiently, and the 14 KB FLASH accommodates protocol and application firmware combined. The 14-pin PDIP format simplifies service and replacement in dealer diagnostic scenarios. For AEC-Q100 safety-critical applications, Microchip recommends the PIC16F1615-E/P variants that include automotive qualification - consult the product page for the exact qualified part numbers.
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Educational and Hobby Electronics
The 14-pin PDIP through-hole package of the PIC16F1615-E/P makes it ideal for breadboard-based learning kits and maker projects. The PICkit programmer interface (PGD/PGC) is shared across the PIC16 family, so students reuse the same hardware across many lab exercises. 14 KB FLASH and 1 KB RAM are comfortable for teaching real-time OS concepts, motor control, and CLC-based digital signal conditioning. Microchip's MPLAB X IDE supports the device fully with free XC8 compiler access. For advanced learners, the FuSa and CLC peripherals introduce industrial-grade concepts at minimal cost.
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Engineering reference data for PIC16F1615-E/P — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC16F1614-E/P | PIC16F1613-E/P | PIC16F15344-E/P | PIC16F1574-E/P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 14-PDIP | 14-PDIP - same | 14-PDIP - same | 14-PDIP - same | 14-PDIP - same |
| FLASH Memory | 14 KB | 7 KB | 7 KB | 7 KB | 7 KB |
| RAM | 1 KB | 512 B | 512 B | 512 B | 512 B |
| Functional Safety (FuSa) | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
| CWG Peripheral | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
| 24-bit SMT | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
| Operating Voltage | 1.8 V to 5.5 V | 1.8 V to 5.5 V | 1.8 V to 5.5 V | 1.8 V to 5.5 V | 1.8 V to 5.5 V |
| Unit Price (USD, qty 1) | 1.96 | 1.78 | 1.62 | 1.48 | 1.36 |
Key Differentiators
- On-chip Functional Safety peripherals supporting IEC 60730 Class B (vs PIC16F1613-E/P)
- Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG) with dead-band control (vs PIC16F1574-E/P)
- 24-bit Signal Measurement Timer (SMT) for high-resolution time capture (vs PIC16F15344-E/P)
Design Notes
Decouple VDD (pin 1) with a 100 nF X7R ceramic placed within 5 mm of the package, and add a bulk 10 uF tantalum or aluminum polymer capacitor on the supply rail near the MCU. The wide 1.8 V to 5.5 V operating range supports both 3.3 V and 5 V rails, but maximum CPU frequency derates at lower voltages - consult the datasheet's frequency-vs-voltage graph before running peripherals at full 32 MHz on 1.8 V supplies.
Reserve RA0 and RA1 for ICSP programming (ICSPDAT and ICSPCLK) and leave the MCLR pin (RA3) accessible for in-circuit debugging. Pulling MCLR low through a 10 kohm resistor and adding a tactile reset button enables field reset. When disabling the MCLR function in configuration bits, ensure the firmware never disables the watchdog timer permanently - the on-chip windowed WDT is a key FuSa feature.
Keep analog and digital grounds separated at the IC and join them at a single point near the MCU's VSS pin (pin 14). Place the 100 nF VDD bypass capacitor directly between VDD and VSS with traces shorter than 5 mm to minimize switching noise coupling into the ADC inputs. For sensor-conditioning boards, use a guard trace around analog input pins to reduce leakage current into the ADC sample-and-hold capacitor.
The 14-pin PDIP package has a typical theta_JA of approximately 70 C/W in still air, limiting continuous power dissipation to roughly 250 mW at 70C ambient before derating. For motor-control applications driving external MOSFETs through the CWG peripheral, the MCU's own dissipation stays low because gate-drive power is external - the thermal budget is usually comfortable without heatsinking. In sealed enclosures with elevated ambient, verify junction temperature with a thermocouple on a production unit.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per Microchip product page. The 'E' suffix indicates extended industrial temperature grade (-40C to +125C). AEC-Q100 qualification status is not_qualified - for automotive safety applications, consult Microchip's AEC-Q100 catalog. Halogen-free and lead-free per Microchip environmental compliance statements.
