PIC16F18324-E/SLVAO - 8-bit MCU, 7KB Flash, AEC-Q100 | Microchip
MPN: PIC16F18324-E/SLVAO ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1.45 | $1.45 |
| 10 | $1.32 | $13.20 |
| 100 | $1.18 | $118.00 |
| 500 | $1.05 | $525.00 |
| 1,000 | $0.93 | $930.00 |
PIC16F18324-E/SLVAO Overview
An 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a programmable integrated circuit that combines a CPU, memory, and peripherals on a single silicon die. PIC microcontrollers use a Harvard architecture with separate program and data buses, enabling simultaneous instruction fetch and data access. Within the broader embedded hierarchy, PIC16F devices sit between baseline PIC10/12 and mid-range PIC18 families, making them ideal for cost-sensitive, low-power, mixed-signal applications that require deterministic real-time performance and configurable peripherals.
Key features of this part include core-independent peripherals (CLC, NCO, CWG) that offload tasks from the CPU, reducing active time and saving power. The Peripheral Pin Select (PPS) function allows flexible assignment of digital I/O to physical pins, simplifying PCB layout. With 11 ADC channels, two comparators, and a 5-bit DAC, the device supports a wide range of analog signal acquisition and control tasks. XLP technology delivers sub-uA sleep currents suitable for battery-powered and always-on designs.
Typical applications include automotive sensor interfaces, body electronics, LED lighting control, small appliance control, low-power IoT nodes, and general-purpose mixed-signal embedded control. The combination of analog peripherals and configurable logic reduces external component count, lowering BOM cost and PCB area.
When designing with this device, ensure the supply decoupling capacitor is placed within 5 mm of the VDD pin. The ICSP programming pins must be accessible for in-circuit programming and debugging, even if dedicated to a single function in the final design.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, automotive-grade qualification status, and practical design notes not found in a single manufacturer document, including direct links to drop-in alternatives in the same 14-SOIC package.
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Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with PIC16F18324-E/SLVAO (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Package, Core Architecture, Operating Temperature, ADC, Core Independent Peripherals.
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PIC16F18324-E/SLVAO Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Series | PIC® XLP™ 16F |
| Core Architecture | 8-bit PIC |
| Program Memory Size | 7 KB (4K x 14 words) |
| Program Memory Type | FLASH |
| RAM Size | 512 B |
| EEPROM Size | 256 B |
| Supply Voltage (Vcc/Vdd) | 2.3 V to 5.5 V |
| ADC | 11 x 10-bit |
| DAC | 1 x 5-bit |
| PWM | 2 x 10-bit |
| Comparators | 2 |
| CCP Modules | 1 |
| CLC (Configurable Logic Cells) | Yes |
| NCO (Numerically Controlled Oscillator) | Yes |
| CWG (Complementary Waveform Generator) | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +125 C (Automotive, AEC-Q100) |
| Package | 14-SOIC (0.154, 3.90 mm width) |
| Oscillator Type | Internal |
| Peripheral Pin Select (PPS) | Yes |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| AEC-Q100 Qualification | Qualified (Automotive Grade) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC16F18324-E/SLVAO Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RA5 — Digital I/O / ADC input / PWM output |
| Pin 2 | RA4 — Digital I/O / ADC input |
| Pin 3 | RA3/MCLR — Digital I/O / Master Clear (reset) input |
| Pin 4 | RA2 — Digital I/O / ADC input |
| Pin 5 | RA1 — Digital I/O / ADC input / DAC output |
| Pin 6 | RA0 — Digital I/O / ADC input |
| Pin 7 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 8 | RC0 — Digital I/O / PWM output |
| Pin 9 | RC1 — Digital I/O / PWM output |
| Pin 10 | RC2 — Digital I/O / ADC input |
| Pin 11 | RC3 — Digital I/O / ADC input |
| Pin 12 | RC4 — Digital I/O / ADC input |
| Pin 13 | ICSPCLK/RC5 — ICSP clock / Digital I/O |
| Pin 14 | VDD — Positive supply voltage (2.3 V to 5.5 V) |
Typical Applications
PIC16F18324-E/SLVAO is suitable for 6 applications: Automotive Body Electronics, LED Lighting Control, Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Nodes, Small Appliance Control, Industrial Sensor Interfaces, Motor Control / Fan Drivers.
Automotive Body Electronics
The PIC16F18324-E/SLVAO's AEC-Q100 qualification and -40 C to +125 C operating temperature range make it directly suitable for automotive body electronics modules such as door/window controllers, mirror actuators, and seat adjustment drivers. Its 11-channel 10-bit ADC handles multiple sensor inputs (position, current, temperature), while the 10-bit PWM with Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG) drives H-bridge motor stages without external timing logic. The XLP sleep current below 1 uA preserves battery life in parked vehicles over weeks of standby. With 7 KB Flash and 512 B RAM, the device accommodates typical body-control state machines with room for future feature additions.
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LED Lighting Control
The PIC16F18324-E/SLVAO integrates two 10-bit PWM channels and a Complementary Waveform Generator that directly drives half-bridge LED driver topologies with programmable dead time. The 5-bit DAC sets analog reference currents for tunable-white or RGB color-mixing LED strings without an external DAC IC. Configurable Logic Cells (CLC) implement hardware-based LED fault detection (open/short sensing) that interrupts the CPU, reducing firmware complexity. AEC-Q100 qualification supports interior and exterior automotive lighting, while sub-uA XLP sleep current suits battery-powered portable lighting products.
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Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Nodes
The PIC16F18324-E/SLVAO's XLP technology with sub-uA sleep current extends coin-cell battery life to multiple years in periodic-sensing IoT nodes. The 11-channel 10-bit ADC multiplexes temperature, humidity, and battery-voltage measurements, and the Numerically Controlled Oscillator (NCO) provides precise timing for sensor sampling without active CPU involvement. The 256-byte EEPROM stores calibration and node identity data across power cycles. With 2.3-5.5 V supply range, the device operates directly from Li-ion or 3xAA battery stacks, simplifying power-tree design for cost-sensitive remote sensor deployments.
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Small Appliance Control
The PIC16F18324-E/SLVAO combines a 10-bit ADC, two comparators, and 5-bit DAC to handle motor speed sensing, temperature monitoring, and user interface input in small household appliances such as blenders, coffee makers, and fan controllers. The CCP and 10-bit PWM modules generate variable-frequency drive signals for universal motors and brushless DC fans. Core-independent peripherals (CLC, NCO) offload real-time tasks from the CPU, enabling a single chip to replace several discrete analog components and reducing overall BOM cost and PCB footprint.
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Industrial Sensor Interfaces
The PIC16A480-E/SLVAO's 10-bit ADC with 11 channels supports multi-sensor industrial interfaces such as 4-20 mA loop signal acquisition, RTD/thermistor linearization, and bridge pressure sensor excitation. AEC-Q100 qualification and wide operating voltage (2.3-5.5 V) suit factory floor equipment, while the Peripheral Pin Select (PSS) feature simplifies PCB routing by allowing remapping of digital functions after firmware development. Configurable Logic Cells (CLC) implement safety-critical interlocks in hardware, ensuring fault response independent of CPU latency.
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Motor Control / Fan Drivers
The PIC16F18324-E/SLVAO drives small fan and pump motors via its 10-bit PWM, CCP, and Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG) peripherals, supporting both brushed DC and basic brushless DC topologies. Two comparators provide back-EMF sensing and overcurrent protection, while the 10-bit ADC monitors supply voltage and thermistor inputs. AEC-Q100 grade extends use to automotive HVAC fans and engine cooling pumps, and the XLP sleep mode minimizes standby current in variable-speed applications where the motor runs intermittently.
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Engineering reference data for PIC16F18324-E/SLVAO — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC16F18324-E/SL | PIC16F18324-E/P | PIC16F18323-E/SL | PIC16F18344-E/SL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 14-SOIC | 14-SOIC - same | 14-SOIC (DIP-14 family) | 14-SOIC - same | 14-SOIC - same |
| Flash Memory | 7 KB | 7 KB | 7 KB | 7 KB | 16 KB (+129%) |
| RAM | 512 B | 512 B | 512 B | 256 B (-50%) | 1 KB (+100%) |
| Temperature Grade | AEC-Q100 Automotive (-40 to +125 C) | Industrial (-40 to +85 C) | Industrial (-40 to +85 C) | Industrial (-40 to +85 C) | Industrial (-40 to +85 C) |
| AEC-Q100 Qualified | Yes (automotive /VAO suffix) | No | No | No | No |
| Supply Voltage | 2.3 V to 5.5 V | 2.3 V to 5.5 V | 2.3 V to 5.5 V | 2.3 V to 5.5 V | 2.3 V to 5.5 V |
| ADC | 11 x 10-bit | 11 x 10-bit | 11 x 10-bit | 11 x 10-bit | 14 x 10-bit |
Key Differentiators
- AEC-Q100 automotive qualification in same 14-SOIC package (vs PIC16F18324-E/SL)
- More RAM for buffer-heavy applications (vs PIC16F18323-E/SL)
- Lower Flash footprint, smaller code area than PIC16F18344 (vs PIC16F18344-E/SL)
Design Notes
Place a 100 nF decoupling capacitor as close as possible to the VDD pin (within 5 mm trace length) to suppress switching transients from the internal oscillator and core-independent peripherals. For battery-powered designs, use the PIC16F18324-E/SLVAO's XLP Sleep mode with peripherals disabled to achieve sub-uA quiescent current. Estimated: at VDD=3.3 V and all peripherals off, sleep current is approximately 0.6 uA typical; refer to Microchip datasheet DC characteristics section for verified values.
Route the ICSPDAT and ICSPCLK traces away from high-current switching nodes (PWM outputs, CWG outputs) to prevent programming/debug interference. The 14-SOIC package has a thermal pad on the underside of some variants; ensure the land pattern matches the chosen package outline to avoid solder joint defects. Keep analog ADC traces short and away from PWM traces to minimize crosstalk into sensor measurements.
Do not leave the MCLR/RA3 pin floating - it requires a pull-up resistor to VDD for normal operation; if unused, configure it as an output and tie to VDD through a resistor. The Peripheral Pin Select (PPS) feature requires explicit unlock sequence before reassignment; failure to follow the unlock procedure will silently leave peripherals on default pins. Ensure firmware config words are correctly programmed to select the internal oscillator and disable unused peripherals to minimize current draw in battery applications.
Compliance Information
AEC-Q100 automotive qualified per /VAO suffix in part number. RoHS and REACH compliant per Microchip product page.
