PIC16F1827-E/MV - 8-bit 32MHz MCU, 7KB Flash | Microchip
MPN: PIC16F1827-E/MV ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2.85 | $2.85 |
| 10 | $2.56 | $25.60 |
| 100 | $2.14 | $214.00 |
| 500 | $1.82 | $910.00 |
| 1,000 | $1.55 | $1,550.00 |
PIC16F1827-E/MV Overview
A PIC16F182x microcontroller is an 8-bit RISC-based CMOS flash MCU in Microchip's PIC® mid-range family. The PIC® architecture executes single-cycle instructions (200 ns @ 20 MHz instruction clock) and integrates on-board peripherals such as ADC, comparators, PWM, mTouch™ capacitive touch sensing, and a configurable logic cell. The device sits in the microcontroller hierarchy: PIC16F1827 → PIC16F1xxx family → 8-bit PIC® MCU → Microcontroller → Microprocessor/IC.
Key features include 16 I/O pins, 12-bit ADC with up to 12 channels, two 8-bit and one 10-bit timers, Enhanced Universal Synchronous Asynchronous Receiver Transmitter (EUSART), SPI/I²C, nanoWatt XLP technology with <50 nA typical sleep current, mTouch™ capacitive sensing module, and an integrated temperature indicator. The wide 1.8V to 5.5V operating range simplifies device FDD and supports both battery and regulated-rail systems.
The architecture combines a RISC CPU with on-chip programmable peripherals and a 14-bit instruction word, providing strong code density in a small footprint. The XLP technology reduces active current to ~50 µA/MHz and sleep current to ~20–50 nA, enabling multi-year coin-cell operation for energy-harvesting and remote-sensor designs.
Typical applications include IoT sensor nodes, capacitive-touch user interfaces, battery-powered handheld instruments, low-cost consumer appliances, LED lighting control, and small motor/relay drivers. The mTouch™ peripheral enables solid-state buttons and sliders that eliminate mechanical wear in appliance and industrial-control front panels.
When laying out a PCB for the PIC16F1827-E/MV, place a 0.1 µF decoupling capacitor as close as possible to VDD and route the exposed pad (EP) to a solid ground plane for thermal and noise performance. The PIC16F1827-E/MV ships in industrial (-40 °C to +125 °C) temperature grade suitable for harsh-environment designs.
This page synthesizes Microchip datasheet specifications, distributor pricing, drop-in same-family alternatives from the PIC16F1826/27 family, and practical hardware design notes not aggregated elsewhere.
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View Datasheet →PIC16F1827-E/MV Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | PIC® 8-bit enhanced mid-range |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 7 KB (4K x 14) |
| Data SRAM | 384 bytes |
| Data EEPROM | 256 bytes |
| Maximum CPU Frequency | 32 MHz |
| Instruction Set | PIC® RISC, 49 instructions |
| Operating Voltage (VDD) | 1.8 V to 5.5 V (F device) / 2.5 V to 5.5 V (LF device) |
| I/O Pins | 16 |
| ADC | 12-bit, up to 12 channels |
| Timers | 2 x 8-bit, 1 x 16-bit |
| Communication | EUSART, MSSP (SPI/I²C) |
| Capacitive Touch | mTouch™ module |
| PWM | Yes (ECCP + CCP) |
| Comparators | 2 |
| Internal Oscillator | 31 kHz LF + 16 MHz HF (selectable) |
| nanoWatt XLP Sleep Current | Typical 20–50 nA |
| Package | 28-pin UQFN (4x4 mm) - MV designation |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +125 °C (E = industrial) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC16F1827-E/MV Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RA3/AN3 — GPIO / ADC input |
| Pin 2 | RA4/AN4 — GPIO / ADC input |
| Pin 3 | RA5/MCLR/VPP — GPIO / Reset / Programming voltage |
| Pin 4 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 5 | VDD — Positive supply voltage |
| Pin 6 | RB4/AN10 — GPIO / ADC input |
| Pin 7 | RB5/AN11 — GPIO / ADC input |
| Pin 8 | RB6/ICSPCLK — GPIO / In-Circuit Serial Programming clock |
| Pin 9 | RB7/ICSPDAT — GPIO / In-Circuit Serial Programming data |
| Pin 10 | RA0/AN0 — GPIO / ADC input |
| Pin 11 | RA1/AN1 — GPIO / ADC input |
| Pin 12 | RA2/AN2 — GPIO / ADC input |
| Pin 13 | RC0 — GPIO (or T1OSO/CCP2 alt) |
| Pin 14 | RC1 — GPIO (or T1OSI alt) |
| Pin 15 | RC2/AN8 — GPIO / ADC input |
| Pin 16 | RC3/AN9 — GPIO / ADC input |
| Pin 17 | RC4 — GPIO (SDA/MD alt) |
| Pin 18 | RC5 — GPIO (SDO alt) |
| Pin 19 | RC6/TX/CK — GPIO / EUSART TX |
| Pin 20 | RC7/RX/DT — GPIO / EUSART RX |
| Pin 21 | RA6 — GPIO (OSC2 alt) |
| Pin 22 | RA7 — GPIO (OSC1 alt) |
| Pin 23 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 24 | VDD — Positive supply voltage |
| Pin 25 | RB0/AN12 — GPIO / ADC input / INT |
| Pin 26 | RB1/AN8 — GPIO / ADC input |
| Pin 27 | RB2/AN9 — GPIO / ADC input |
| Pin 28 | RB3/AN11 — GPIO / ADC input / PGEC |
| Pin EP | EP — Exposed thermal pad - tie to ground |
Typical Applications
PIC16F1827-E/MV is suitable for 6 applications: IoT Sensor Nodes, Capacitive Touch User Interfaces, Battery-Powered Handheld Instruments, LED Lighting Control, Small Motor and Relay Drivers, Low-Cost Consumer Appliances.
IoT Sensor Nodes
The PIC16F1827-E/MV is well-suited for low-power IoT sensor nodes that must run for years on a coin-cell battery. Its nanoWatt XLP sleep current of 20–50 nA combined with 50 µA/MIPS active current per Microchip datasheet 41391D enables a duty-cycled sensor node to wake briefly, take a measurement, transmit, and sleep with multi-year battery life. The 12-bit ADC with internal reference provides 0.4 mV resolution for accurate temperature, light, and voltage sensing without external components. The 16 MHz internal HF oscillator eliminates an external crystal, reducing BOM cost.
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Capacitive Touch User Interfaces
The PIC16F1827-E/MV's integrated mTouch™ capacitive touch sensing module supports up to 12 touch channels via the Charge Time Measurement Unit (CTMU). This makes it ideal for appliance control panels, dimmer switches, and consumer-electronics touch keypads where mechanical buttons are too bulky or unreliable. Per datasheet 41391D, the mTouch peripheral detects capacitance changes in the femtofarad range without external components, supporting both buttons and slider gestures. The 32 MHz CPU provides real-time response for haptic feedback control.
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Battery-Powered Handheld Instruments
The PIC16F1827-E/MV's wide 1.8 V to 5.5 V VDD range and industrial -40 °C to +125 °C temperature grade make it suitable for handheld instruments like multimeters, remote controls, and portable medical devices. Per datasheet 41391D, the integrated 12-bit ADC combined with on-chip comparators enables accurate battery voltage measurement, motor control, and signal conditioning. The EUSART/SPI/I²C peripherals support LCD displays, Bluetooth/Wi-Fi modules, and external sensor interfaces without extra glue logic.
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LED Lighting Control
The PIC16F1827-E/MV's enhanced CCP (ECCP) PWM module supports high-resolution PWM at 10-bit resolution, ideal for driving high-brightness LED arrays with smooth dimming and color-mixing control. Per datasheet 41391D, the ECCP supports half-bridge and full-bridge PWM with programmable dead-band control, eliminating the need for external FET drivers in small lighting fixtures. The mTouch input enables capacitive-touch dimming sliders and proximity-sensing on/off switches for modern smart-lighting products.
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Small Motor and Relay Drivers
The PIC16F1827-E/MV drives small DC motors, solenoids, and relays via its ECCP module and high-current capable I/O pins (25 mA sink/source). Per datasheet 41391D, the integrated comparators provide closed-loop current control for brushed DC motors without external op-amps. The wide 1.8 V to 5.5 V supply range supports both 3.3 V and 5 V motor driver companion ICs. The EUSART enables Modbus RTU communication for industrial control networks in HVAC, appliance, and factory-automation subsystems.
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Low-Cost Consumer Appliances
The PIC16F1827-E/MV is a cost-optimized 8-bit MCU for high-volume consumer appliances such as coffee makers, fans, toasters, and small kitchen devices. Per datasheet 41391D, the 7 KB Flash accommodates full-feature appliance control firmware including timing, sensor processing, and user interfaces. The nanoWatt XLP sleep mode minimizes standby power for ENERGY STAR compliance, while the small 28-UQFN package fits in compact product enclosures. The integrated mTouch peripheral adds modern capacitive-touch UI without mechanical button costs.
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Engineering reference data for PIC16F1827-E/MV — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC16F1827-I/MV | PIC16F1827-E/ML | PIC16F1826-E/MV | PIC16LF1827-E/MV | PIC16F1713-E/MV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 28-UQFN (4x4) MV | 28-UQFN (4x4) MV - same | 28-QFN (6x6) ML - larger | 28-UQFN (4x4) MV - same | 28-UQFN (4x4) MV - same | 28-UQFN (4x4) MV - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Flash | 7 KB | 7 KB | 7 KB | 3.5 KB (-50%) | 7 KB | 14 KB (+100%) |
| RAM | 384 bytes | 384 bytes | 384 bytes | 256 bytes (-33%) | 384 bytes | 1 KB (+166%) |
| Max Frequency | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz |
| VDD Range | 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 3.6 V | 2.3 V to 5.5 V |
| Temperature Grade | E: -40 to +125 C | I: -40 to +85 C | E: -40 to +125 C | E: -40 to +125 C | E: -40 to +125 C | E: -40 to +125 C |
| mTouch Cap-Sense | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Special Peripherals | mTouch, ECCP, EUSART | mTouch, ECCP, EUSART | mTouch, ECCP, EUSART | mTouch, ECCP, EUSART | mTouch, ECCP, EUSART | OPAMP, DAC, ZCD, mTouch |
| Lifecycle Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE | ACTIVE | ACTIVE | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
Key Differentiators
- Highest Flash density in 28-UQFN mid-range PIC16 (vs PIC16F1826-E/MV)
- Industrial E-grade temperature range (vs PIC16F1827-I/MV)
- mTouch capacitive touch in 4x4 mm UQFN (vs PIC16F1713-E/MV)
Design Notes
Place a 0.1 µF ceramic decoupling capacitor as close as physically possible to the VDD pin (pin 5 or 24) with a wide ground return to the VSS pin. For the 28-UQFN (MV) package, the exposed pad (EP) on the bottom of the IC must be soldered to a continuous PCB ground plane - this provides the primary thermal dissipation path and is electrically required for reliable operation. Keep analog traces (ADC inputs, voltage reference) short and away from PWM or switching signals to minimize coupled noise into measurements.
To achieve the 20–50 nA sleep current quoted in datasheet 41391D, disable all unused peripherals (ADC, comparators, MSSP, EUSART, timers, PWM) before issuing the SLEEP instruction. Set all unused I/O pins as outputs driving low to prevent floating-input leakage. Use the LFINTOSC 31 kHz clock or PWRT sleep with RTCC + WDT only when timekeeping is needed. The LF-series variant (PIC16LF1827) further reduces sleep current at the cost of a lower VDD maximum.
The PIC16F1827-E/MV uses the UQFN-28 package whose exposed thermal pad (EP) is electrically connected to VSS internally and must be soldered to the ground plane for both thermal and mechanical reliability. Do not connect the EP to any net other than ground, as this can cause erratic behavior. For ICSP programming, the MCLR/VPP pin (pin 3) must not be pulled low at power-up, otherwise the device enters reset; use a 10 kΩ pull-up to VDD. Pin RB3/PGEC and RB6/ICSPCLK must be high-impedance (not driven low) during reset for in-circuit programming to function.
Compliance Information
RoHS and lead-free per Microchip product page and DigiKey listing. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - Microchip does not list this part as automotive-grade.
