PIC16F18324T-E/STVAO - 7KB Flash 8-bit MCU, AEC-Q100 | Microchip
MPN: PIC16F18324T-E/STVAO ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2.1 | $2.10 |
| 10 | $1.92 | $19.20 |
| 100 | $1.68 | $168.00 |
| 500 | $1.45 | $725.00 |
| 1,000 | $1.22 | $1,220.00 |
PIC16F18324T-E/STVAO Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, program memory, data RAM, and a rich set of on-chip peripherals such as ADC, timers, and communication interfaces. MCUs sit at the top of embedded control, sharing the broader category hierarchy with microprocessors, microcontrollers, embedded controllers, and finally semiconductor ICs. The PIC16F18324 family belongs to Microchip's PIC® XLP™ 16F mid-range portfolio optimized for low power and Core Independent Peripherals.
Key features of the PIC16F18324T-E/STVAO include 10-bit ADC, 5-bit DAC, comparators, 10-bit PWM, CCP, CLC, NCO, and CWG peripherals, plus the Peripheral Pin Select (PPS) function that allows flexible pin mapping for digital peripherals such as CLC, CWG, CCP, PWM, and communication modules. The eXtreme Low Power (XLP) technology minimizes active and sleep currents for battery-powered applications. The device operates over a wide 1.8V to 5.5V supply range with internal 32 MHz oscillator support.
The architecture pairs a Harvard-style 8-bit RISC core with Core Independent Peripherals (CIPs) that can operate without CPU intervention. CIPs like the CLC, NCO, and CWG allow designers to implement state machines, signal conditioning, and waveform generation in hardware, offloading the CPU and reducing code complexity. Functional Safety (FuSa) libraries support IEC 60730 class B compliance for safety-critical applications.
Typical applications include automotive body and interior electronics, sensor signal conditioning, IoT edge nodes, low-power remote controls, LED lighting controllers, and small motor control. The combination of PPS, CWG, and 10-bit PWM makes the device particularly suitable for lighting dimming and BLDC commutation. The TSSOP-14 footprint supports compact, dense PCB layouts in space-constrained modules.
Designers should consult the PIC16F18324 datasheet (DS40001995) for oscillator configuration, ICD/ICSP debug pin assignments, and recommended decoupling. The PPS feature requires careful pin function register configuration to avoid unintended signal conflicts. For automotive designs, ensure the AEC-Q100 grade temperature profile (-40C to +125C) and the FuSa library revision align with project requirements.
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View Datasheet →PIC16F18324T-E/STVAO Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | PIC 8-bit RISC (Mid-Range enhanced) |
| Series | PIC® XLP™ 16F |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 7 KB (4K x 14) |
| SRAM | 512 bytes |
| EEPROM | 256 bytes |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 32 MHz |
| Supply Voltage | 1.8 V to 5.5 V |
| ADC | 10-bit, multiple channels |
| DAC | 5-bit |
| PWM | 10-bit |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (E suffix) |
| Package | 14-TSSOP (4.40 mm width) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Packaging | Tape & Reel (T suffix) |
| AEC-Q100 Grade | Yes (automotive qualified) |
| Functional Safety (FuSa) | Supported via class B libraries |
| Peripheral Pin Select (PPS) | Yes |
| Core Independent Peripherals | CLC, NCO, CWG, CCP |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC16F18324T-E/STVAO Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RA5 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 2 | RA4 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 3 | RA3 — Digital I/O / analog input / MCLR |
| Pin 4 | RA2 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 5 | RA1 — Digital I/O / analog input / ICSPCLK |
| Pin 6 | RA0 — Digital I/O / analog input / ICSPDAT |
| Pin 7 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 8 | RC0 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 9 | RC1 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 10 | RC2 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 11 | RC3 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 12 | RC4 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 13 | RC5 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 14 | VDD — Positive supply voltage |
Typical Applications
PIC16F18324T-E/STVAO is suitable for 6 applications: Automotive Body Electronics, LED Lighting Controllers, IoT Sensor Edge Nodes, Remote Control and User Input, Small Motor Control, Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning.
Automotive Body Electronics
The PIC16F18324T-E/STVAO is well suited to automotive body modules such as door controllers, mirror adjust, seat position sensors, and interior lighting. Its AEC-Q100 qualification and -40C to +125C operating range handle cabin thermal stress, while the 14-TSSOP footprint fits inside small distributed ECUs. The 10-bit ADC reads position sensors, the 5-bit DAC drives small actuators, and the CWG enables flicker-free LED dimming. Functional Safety class B libraries support IEC 60730 software requirements.
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LED Lighting Controllers
The PIC16F18324T-E/STVAO drives high-resolution LED dimming through its 10-bit PWM and Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG). Peripheral Pin Select routes PWM outputs to any GPIO, enabling dual-channel RGB or warm-white/tunable-white lighting designs in a compact 14-TSSOP footprint. The CLC can synthesize dead-band control logic in hardware, freeing the CPU for color-temperature algorithms. Core Independent Peripherals let the CPU remain in sleep for extended periods, supporting battery-backup LED fixtures.
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IoT Sensor Edge Nodes
The PIC16F18324T-E/STVAO is suitable for battery-powered IoT sensor nodes thanks to its eXtreme Low Power (XLP) technology and Core Independent Peripherals. The 14-TSSOP footprint integrates easily into coin-cell sensor modules for occupancy, environmental, or motion sensing. CIPs handle ADC sampling, threshold detection, and wake-up events without the CPU, extending battery life into multi-year ranges. The 256-byte EEPROM stores calibration data, and PPS simplifies routing for SPI or I2C sensors.
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Remote Control and User Input
The PIC16F18324T-E/STVAO fits wireless remote control designs with its wake-on-touch capability, low sleep current, and CLC for hardware debouncing. The 14-TSSOP package fits inside slim remote housings, while 10-bit ADC reads resistive touch pads or rotary encoders. The 10-bit PWM drives haptic feedback motors or status LEDs without CPU overhead. PPS allows UART or SPI interface to sub-GHz or BLE modules to be remapped for PCB simplicity.
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Small Motor Control
The PIC16F18324T-E/STVAO drives small brushed DC or stepper motors via its 10-bit PWM and CWG. The NCO synthesizes precise frequency references for microstepping commutation, while the comparator+ADC pair handles back-EMF sensing. Functional Safety class B libraries simplify diagnostics for safety-related motion control. The 14-TSSOP package integrates into compact actuator modules and supports industrial temperature ranges for factory automation peripherals.
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Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning
The PIC16F18324T-E/STVAO is used in industrial sensor signal conditioning where 10-bit ADC resolution, hardware CIPs, and robust thermal performance are required. The 14-TSSOP footprint supports dense PLC input modules, and the CLC performs linearization, thresholding, and filtering in hardware. PPS remaps UART and SPI to avoid bus contention across multiple sensor channels. AEC-Q100 grade adds margin for industrial environments with temperature stress.
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Engineering reference data for PIC16F18324T-E/STVAO — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC16F18324-E/STVAO | PIC16F18323T-E/SLVAO | PIC16F18324-E/SLVAO | PIC16F18323T-E/STVAO | PIC16F18324-I/SLVAO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 14-TSSOP | 14-TSSOP | 14-SOIC | 14-SOIC | 14-TSSOP | 14-SOIC |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Flash Memory | 7 KB | 7 KB | 3.5 KB | 7 KB | 3.5 KB | 7 KB |
| SRAM | 512 B | 512 B | 256 B | 512 B | 256 B | 512 B |
| EEPROM | 256 B | 256 B | 256 B | 256 B | 256 B | 256 B |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (automotive) | -40C to +125C (automotive) | -40C to +125C (automotive) | -40C to +125C (automotive) | -40C to +125C (automotive) | -40C to +85C (industrial) |
| Packaging Form | Tape & Reel | Tube | Tape & Reel | Tube | Tape & Reel | Tube |
| AEC-Q100 Grade | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No (industrial) |
Key Differentiators
- AEC-Q100 automotive qualification with -40C to +125C temperature range (vs PIC16F18324-I/SLVAO)
- 7 KB Flash vs reduced 3.5 KB Flash on PIC16F18323 (vs PIC16F18323T-E/STVAO)
- Tape & Reel packaging for high-volume SMT assembly (vs PIC16F18324-E/STVAO)
Design Notes
Place a 100 nF decoupling capacitor as close as possible to the VDD pin (pin 14) and a bulk 1-10 uF capacitor near the MCU power input. For TSSOP-14 with limited ground pins, use a ground pour under the package and stitch vias around the perimeter. Keep high-speed signals away from analog ADC inputs to minimize digital switching noise coupling into measurement channels.
When routing the ICSP signals (ICSPDAT on RA0 and ICSPCLK on RA1), keep traces short and add 10K pull-up resistors on MCLR (RA3) for reliable in-circuit programming. The PIC16F18324's PPS feature lets you move digital peripherals but cannot move analog; preserve clean analog pin assignments when planning PCB layout.
Estimated: configure PPS correctly via the CLC/PPS register locks to prevent unintended peripheral-to-pin mapping conflicts. The configuration bits must be set correctly to enable the high-speed internal oscillator (HFINTOSC) at 32 MHz. Always set the WDT and BOR enable bits appropriate to your application; misconfiguring can cause unexpected resets in low-voltage brownout events.
Compliance Information
AEC-Q100 qualified per Microchip product page; Functional Safety (FuSa) class B libraries available. RoHS and REACH compliant per distributor product listings.
