PIC16F1615T-I/JQ - 8-bit 32MHz MCU, 14KB Flash, 16-UQFN | Microchip
MPN: PIC16F1615T-I/JQ ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1.55 | $1.55 |
| 10 | $1.41 | $14.10 |
| 100 | $1.2 | $120.00 |
| 500 | $1.05 | $525.00 |
| 1,000 | $0.92 | $920.00 |
PIC16F1615T-I/JQ Overview
An 8-bit microcontroller is a single-chip computer built around an 8-bit data path that executes instructions on bytes; it sits within the broader taxonomy of microcontroller -> embedded controller -> semiconductor device, and the PIC16F1615 specifically belongs to Microchip's mid-range PIC16 family optimized for low-power, mixed-signal embedded control of small motors and general-purpose applications in 8/14/20-pin packages.
Key features include a 10-bit ADC with multiple channels, Zero-Cross Detection (ZCD), Configurable Logic Cells (CLC), Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG), Signal Measurement Timer (24-bit SMT), Windowed Watchdog Timer (WWDT), CRC/Memory Scan with hardware acceleration, and eXtreme Low Power (XLP) sleep modes drawing as little as 20 nA. Communication options include I²C, SPI, UART/USART, and LINbus.
The PIC16F1615 uses an enhanced mid-range Harvard RISC architecture with a 14-bit instruction word, 49 instructions, and a hardware multiply, providing 8 MIPS at 32 MHz. The integrated 32 MHz high-precision internal oscillator eliminates the external crystal in many designs, while the Functional Safety (FuSa) features target IEC 60730 Class B safety requirements in household appliances and white goods.
Typical applications include BLDC/PMSM small-motor commutation, LED lighting drivers with smooth dimming via the CWG module, IoT sensor nodes, household appliance control (washing machines, dishwashers), and battery-powered portable instruments requiring XLP sleep current budgets below 1 µA.
When designing with this device, allocate the 16-UQFN footprint with a small thermal pad to the GND plane, follow Microchip's AN 1004 guidelines for UQFN PCB land patterns, and use MPLAB X IDE with the XC8 compiler for firmware development. Always confirm toolchain compatibility before migrating from older PIC16F1xxx devices.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives drawn from Microchip's PIC16 family, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
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| Core Architecture | 8-bit PIC mid-range (enhanced) |
| Instruction Word | 14-bit |
| Max CPU Frequency | 32 MHz |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 14 KB (8K × 14 words) |
| Data RAM | 1 KB |
| Package | 16-UQFN (4 × 4 mm) |
| Operating Voltage | 2.3 V to 5.5 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +85 °C (industrial) |
| ADC | 10-bit, multiple channels |
| Communication | I²C, SPI, UART/USART, LINbus |
| Special Features | ZCD, CLC, CWG, 24-bit SMT, WWDT, CRC/Memory Scan, FuSa |
| Low-Power Mode (XLP) | Yes (down to ~20 nA typical sleep) |
| I/O Pins | Up to 14 (16-pin package) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Qualification | Functional Safety (FuSa) per IEC 60730 Class B target |
| Programming | ICSP (In-Circuit Serial Programming), High-Voltage ICSP |
PIC16F1615T-I/JQ Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RA2/AN2 — GPIO RA2 / Analog input AN2 |
| Pin 2 | RA3/AN3 — GPIO RA3 / Analog input AN3 |
| Pin 3 | RA4/AN4 — GPIO RA4 / Analog input AN4 |
| Pin 4 | RA5/MCLR/VPP — GPIO RA5 / Master Clear (Reset) / Programming voltage |
| Pin 5 | VDD — Positive supply voltage (2.3 V to 5.5 V) |
| Pin 6 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 7 | RB4/AN10 — GPIO RB4 / Analog input AN10 |
| Pin 8 | RB5/AN11 — GPIO RB5 / Analog input AN11 |
| Pin 9 | RB6/ICSPCLK — GPIO RB6 / In-Circuit Serial Programming clock |
| Pin 10 | RB7/ICSPDAT — GPIO RB7 / In-Circuit Serial Programming data |
| Pin 11 | RC0/SCL1 — GPIO RC0 / I²C1 clock |
| Pin 12 | RC1/SDA1 — GPIO RC1 / I²C1 data |
| Pin 13 | RC2 — GPIO RC2 |
| Pin 14 | RC3 — GPIO RC3 |
| Pin 15 | RC4 — GPIO RC4 |
| Pin 16 | RC5 — GPIO RC5 |
| Pin EP | EP — Exposed thermal pad - tie to VSS for thermal dissipation |
Typical Applications
PIC16F1615T-I/JQ is suitable for 7 applications: Small BLDC/PMSM Motor Control, LED Lighting Drivers, Household Appliance Control (White Goods), Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Nodes, Industrial Sensor Transmitters, Consumer Electronics Remote Controls & HMI, Automotive Body and Lighting Modules.
Small BLDC/PMSM Motor Control
The PIC16F1615T-I/JQ drives small three-phase BLDC and PMSM motors in fans, pumps, and appliance subsystems. Its integrated Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG) produces center-aligned PWM with dead-band control up to 32 MHz, while the 24-bit Signal Measurement Timer (SMT) captures Hall-sensor or back-EMF timing with sub-microsecond accuracy. Zero-Cross Detection (ZCD) simplifies AC-line voltage commutation for triac-based or line-voltage brushed motor control. Operating from 2.3 V to 5.5 V and providing 8 MIPS of core bandwidth, the device closes torque and speed loops without an external DSP or FPGA. Reference companion parts: PIC16F1618 (more memory), PIC18F46K22 (higher-end 8-bit alternative), TC4427 (gate driver).
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LED Lighting Drivers
The PIC16F1615T-I/JQ drives high-brightness LED fixtures with smooth analog dimming, color-mixing, and temperature foldback. The CWG module generates flicker-free PWM at 16-bit resolution for white/color blending, while Configurable Logic Cells (CLC) implement hardware-based dimming curves without CPU intervention. The integrated 10-bit ADC reads photo-sensor and NTC thermistor feedback for closed-loop lumen maintenance. XLP sleep mode drops quiescent current below 1 µA in standby, supporting Energy Star standby budgets. The 16-UQFN package fits inside MR16, downlight, and linear-tube form factors. Reference companion parts: LED2001 (LED driver), PIC12F1572 (smaller co-processor).
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Household Appliance Control (White Goods)
The PIC16F1615T-I/JQ is qualified for IEC 60730 Class B safety compliance, making it ideal for washing machines, dishwashers, refrigerators, and induction cooktops. The hardware CRC, Memory Scan, and Windowed Watchdog Timer (WWDT) satisfy Class B self-test requirements without external supervisor ICs, reducing BOM and certification risk. The device's UART and LINbus interfaces connect to user panels and inverter boards, while the 32 MHz core handles brushless compressor control and sensor fusion in real time. Industrial -40 °C to +85 °C temperature range tolerates hot-compressor and oven environments.
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Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Nodes
The PIC16F1615T-I/JQ powers battery-operated IoT sensor endpoints with multi-year battery life. XLP sleep currents down to ~20 nA typical, combined with the 24-bit SMT for precise pulse counting and event timing, enable sub-µA average current consumption on coin-cell powered designs. The integrated 10-bit ADC reads analog sensors (temperature, humidity, gas, strain) without external signal conditioning. SPI and I²C bus interfaces connect to digital sensors, RF modules, and EEPROM. The 16-UQFN 4 × 4 mm footprint supports ultra-compact PCB layouts for wearable and tracker form factors.
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Industrial Sensor Transmitters
The PIC16F1615T-I/JQ builds 4-20 mA loop-powered and industrial sensor transmitters with on-board signal conditioning. The 32 MHz core provides ample DSP bandwidth for linearization of RTD, thermocouple, and bridge pressure sensors. The integrated 10-bit ADC handles multiple analog channels; CLC cells implement programmable gain amplifiers and filters without external op-amps. UART/USART outputs connect to RS-485 transceivers, while LINbus support suits automotive and industrial actuator networks. Industrial temperature grade and the Functional Safety feature set support harsh-environment deployments.
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Consumer Electronics Remote Controls & HMI
The PIC16F1615T-I/JQ drives IR/RF remote controls, capacitive-touch keypads, and small human-machine interface (HMI) panels. CLC and SMT peripherals generate accurate IR carrier frequencies and decode RC5/RC6/SIRC protocols without timer interrupts. Configurable Logic Cells offload capacitive-sense scanning from the CPU, reducing firmware complexity. With XLP sleep mode at ~20 nA, battery life on coin cells extends multiple years. SPI and I²C buses interface to BLE modules, OLED displays, and rotary encoders.
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Automotive Body and Lighting Modules
The PIC16F1615T-I/JQ drives automotive interior lighting, RGB ambient modules, and body controllers with LINbus networking. Although the standard part targets -40 °C to +85 °C, the AEC-Q100 equivalent part (PIC16F1615T-I/JQVAO or similar automotive grade) is suitable for non-safety automotive body electronics. The CWG generates center-aligned PWM for LED color mixing, while LINbus 2.0 compliance integrates easily with body-domain networks. The CRC and WWDT peripherals provide diagnostic coverage for OEM reliability targets.
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Engineering reference data for PIC16F1615T-I/JQ — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC16F1575T-I/JQ | PIC16F1615T-I/ML | PIC16F1615-I/ML | PIC16F1827T-I/MV | PIC16F15325-I/JQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 16-UQFN (4x4 mm) | 16-UQFN (4x4 mm) - same | 16-QFN (ML) - same family | 16-QFN (ML) - same family | 16-UQFN (MV) - same | 16-UQFN (JQ) - same |
| Core | 8-bit PIC mid-range enhanced | 8-bit PIC mid-range | 8-bit PIC mid-range enhanced | 8-bit PIC mid-range enhanced | 8-bit PIC mid-range enhanced (newer gen) | |
| Max CPU Frequency | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz |
| Flash Program Memory | 14 KB | 14 KB | 14 KB | 14 KB | 14 KB | 14 KB |
| Data RAM | 1 KB | 1 KB | 1 KB | 1 KB | 1 KB | 1 KB |
| Functional Safety (FuSa) | Yes (Class B support) | No | Yes (Class B support) | No | Yes (Class B support) | |
| Operating Voltage | 2.3 V to 5.5 V | 2.3 V to 5.5 V | 2.3 V to 5.5 V | 1.8 V to 5.5 V | 2.3 V to 5.5 V | |
| CWG / CLC / ZCD Peripherals | Yes (CWG, CLC, ZCD) | No (lacks CWG/CLC/ZCD) | Yes (CWG, CLC, ZCD) | Partial (CLC only, no CWG) | Yes (CWG, CLC, ZCD) |
Key Differentiators
- Functional Safety (FuSa) peripherals integrated on-chip (vs PIC16F1575T-I/JQ)
- Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG) and ZCD for motor/lighting control (vs PIC16F1827T-I/MV)
- 24-bit Signal Measurement Timer (SMT) for precise low-frequency measurement (vs PIC16F15325-I/JQ)
- XLP sleep current down to ~20 nA typical (vs PIC16F1455T-I/ST)
- Single part covers both 3.3 V and 5 V systems (vs PIC16LF1615 (low-voltage variant))
Design Notes
The 16-UQFN package exposes a thermal pad on the underside that must be soldered to a continuous PCB land pattern tied to VSS for both electrical ground and thermal dissipation. Per Microchip Application Note AN 1004 ('UQFN PCB Land Pattern Design'), use NSMD pads with 0.3 mm soldermask expansion and at least 6 thermal vias (0.3 mm drill) under the EP to keep junction temperature below 100 °C at full 32 MHz operation. Estimated: with EP copper of 1 cm² on a 4-layer 1 oz board, theta_J-A is approximately 35-40 °C/W, suitable for typical 8 mA active current.
Decouple VDD with a 100 nF ceramic capacitor placed within 3 mm of the VDD pin, plus a 10 µF bulk capacitor on the same rail. According to the Microchip PIC16F1615 datasheet, VDD rise time during power-up must be monotonic; a soft-start RC (10 kΩ + 1 µF) at MCLR prevents code-execution errors. For low-noise analog performance, place a ferrite bead between digital and analog VDD if you split the supply planes, or use a common 3.3 V rail with separate digital/analog ground islands.
Three pitfalls to avoid on PIC16F1615 designs: (1) Do not leave the MCLR pin floating - tie it to VDD through a 10 kΩ resistor (or directly for permanent non-reset operation). (2) Configure the analog/digital mode of ANx pins correctly in ANSEL register to avoid excessive power consumption. (3) The device is specified 2.3 V to 5.5 V; using the LF1615 variant below 2.3 V requires the LF part number - the F part will not function reliably below 2.3 V.
Route the ICSP clock and data lines (RB6/RB7) with short, parallel traces and avoid routing them near high-frequency switching nodes or analog input pins. According to Microchip's ICSP programming guide, traces up to 150 mm are acceptable with 10 kΩ pull-ups on RB6/RB7. For production programming, use Microchip's PM3 programmer or compatible gang programmer to streamline test fixture throughput.
At 32 MHz active in the 16-UQFN package, the PIC16F1615T-I/JQ draws typically 5-8 mA from VDD, dissipating 16-44 mW at 3.3 V or 5 V. The exposed pad design keeps theta_J-A at ~35 °C/W on a standard 4-layer JEDEC board. Estimated: with ambient 25 °C and full-load CPU activity, junction temperature rise is ~1-2 °C above ambient - well within the 125 °C absolute maximum. No additional heatsinking is required.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per Microchip product page. Standard industrial grade (-40 °C to +85 °C); for AEC-Q100 automotive qualification, consider PIC16F1615T-I/JQVAO or automotive-grade alternatives in the same family. Functional Safety (FuSa) peripherals support IEC 60730 Class B but require external certification effort.
