PIC16F707-E/PT - 8-Bit 20MHz 14KB Flash MCU | Microchip
MPN: PIC16F707-E/PT ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2.34 | $2.34 |
| 10 | $2.2 | $22.00 |
| 100 | $1.95 | $195.00 |
| 500 | $1.72 | $860.00 |
| 1,000 | $1.55 | $1,550.00 |
PIC16F707-E/PT Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, program/data memory, peripherals, and I/O. The PIC16F707 belongs to the 8-bit PIC16 family, which in turn sits inside Microchip's 8-bit MCU portfolio (PIC10/12/14/16/18) within the broader category of embedded microcontrollers and ultimately semiconductor ICs. 8-bit MCUs are optimized for cost-sensitive, low-power, deterministic control tasks and remain the largest-volume MCU class worldwide.
Key specifications include 14KB (8K x 14) Flash, 256B EEPROM, 256B RAM, an 8-channel 8-bit ADC, two 8-bit timers, one 16-bit timer, one Enhanced Capture/Compare/PWM (ECCP) module, one CCP module, an mTouch capacitive-sensing peripheral supporting up to 32 channels, two analog comparators, an EUSART, an MSSP (SPI/I2C), and an internal 16MHz oscillator. The automotive-grade -E temperature range (-40C to +125C) and 36 GPIO make it well suited to harsh-environment applications.
The PIC16F707 uses a 14-bit modified Harvard RISC architecture with a single-cycle instruction set, achieving up to 5 MIPS throughput at 20MHz. nanoWatt XLP technology provides multiple sleep modes with sub-uA currents, IDD down to ~20nA in sleep, allowing battery-powered products to extend operating life by orders of magnitude versus general-purpose MCUs. The mTouch hardware peripheral offloads capacitive button, slider, and wheel sensing without CPU intervention.
Typical applications include automotive body and HVAC control modules, capacitive-touch user interfaces, home-appliance control boards, industrial sensor signal conditioning, and battery-powered IoT edge nodes. The extended -E temperature grade supports under-hood and outdoor enclosures.
When designing with the PIC16F707-E/PT, ensure that traces to the mTouch-capable pins are kept short and guarded to ground to maximize capacitive-button sensitivity, and that the AVDD/AVSS pair is properly decoupled with 0.1uF and 10uF capacitors within 50mA load current. The ICSP/ICD pins must remain accessible for production programming. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the standalone manufacturer datasheet.
Drop-in alternatives for PIC16F707-E/PT — 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 PIC16F707-E/PT (same form factor and footprint) — differing in ADC, Package, Operating Temperature, Timers, Internal Oscillator.
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View Datasheet →PIC16F707-E/PT Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Product Type | 8-bit Microcontroller (MCU) |
| Core Architecture | PIC16 RISC (14-bit modified Harvard) |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 14 KB (8K x 14) |
| Maximum CPU Frequency | 20 MHz |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 2.5 V to 5.5 V |
| I/O Pins (GPIO) | 36 |
| Package | 44-pin TQFP (10x10 mm), 0.80 mm pitch |
| Operating Temperature Grade | -E (Extended), -40 C to +125 C |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (Gull Wing) |
| ADC | 8-channel, 8-bit |
| Timers | 2x 8-bit + 1x 16-bit |
| PWM / CCP Modules | 1x ECCP + 1x CCP |
| mTouch Channels | Up to 32 (capacitive touch) |
| Communication Interfaces | EUSART + MSSP (SPI / I2C) |
| Analog Comparators | 2 |
| Internal Oscillator | 16 MHz (factory calibrated) |
| Low-Power Technology | nanoWatt XLP |
| RoHS Status | Compliant (lead-free) |
PIC16F707-E/PT Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RA0/AN0 — PORTA0 / Analog input 0 |
| Pin 2 | RA1/AN1 — PORTA1 / Analog input 1 |
| Pin 3 | RA2/AN2 — PORTA2 / Analog input 2 |
| Pin 4 | RA3/AN3 — PORTA3 / Analog input 3 |
| Pin 5 | RA4/AN4 — PORTA4 / Analog input 4 |
| Pin 6 | RA5/AN5 — PORTA5 / Analog input 5 |
| Pin 7 | RA6/OSC2 — PORTA6 / Oscillator output |
| Pin 8 | RA7/OSC1 — PORTA7 / Oscillator input |
| Pin 9 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 10 | VDD — Positive supply |
| Pin 11 | RB0/AN12 — PORTB0 / Analog input 12 |
| Pin 12 | RB1/AN10 — PORTB1 / Analog input 10 |
| Pin 13 | RB2/AN8 — PORTB2 / Analog input 8 |
| Pin 14 | RB3/AN9 — PORTB3 / Analog input 9 |
| Pin 15 | RB4/AN11 — PORTB4 / Analog input 11 |
| Pin 16 | RB5/AN13 — PORTB5 / Analog input 13 |
| Pin 17 | RB6/ICSPCLK — PORTB6 / ICD clock |
| Pin 18 | RB7/ICSPDAT — PORTB7 / ICD data |
| Pin 19 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 20 | VDD — Positive supply |
| Pin 21 | RC0 — PORTC0 |
| Pin 22 | RC1 — PORTC1 |
| Pin 23 | RC2 — PORTC2 |
| Pin 24 | RC3 — PORTC3 |
| Pin 25 | RC4 — PORTC4 |
| Pin 26 | RC5 — PORTC5 |
| Pin 27 | RC6 — PORTC6 |
| Pin 28 | RC7 — PORTC7 |
| Pin 29 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 30 | VDD — Positive supply |
| Pin 31 | RD0 — PORTD0 |
| Pin 32 | RD1 — PORTD1 |
| Pin 33 | RD2 — PORTD2 |
| Pin 34 | RD3 — PORTD3 |
| Pin 35 | RD4 — PORTD4 |
| Pin 36 | RD5 — PORTD5 |
| Pin 37 | RD6 — PORTD6 |
| Pin 38 | RD7 — PORTD7 |
| Pin 39 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 40 | VDD — Positive supply |
| Pin 41 | RE0 — PORTE0 |
| Pin 42 | RE1 — PORTE1 |
| Pin 43 | RE2 — PORTE2 |
| Pin 44 | RE3/MCLR — PORTE3 / Master Clear (reset) |
Typical Applications
PIC16F707-E/PT is suitable for 6 applications: Automotive Body Control Module, Capacitive-Touch User Interface, Home-Appliance Control Board, Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning, Battery-Powered IoT Edge Node, HVAC and Climate Control.
Automotive Body Control Module
The PIC16F707-E/PT's extended -40 C to +125 C temperature grade and 36 GPIO make it a strong fit for automotive body and HVAC control modules. Its 20 MHz / 5 MIPS throughput handles CAN-style message decoding and PWM-driven actuator control at the required refresh rates. nanoWatt XLP idle currents below 1 uA support quiescent draw budgets on always-on BCM rails, while the ECCP module drives multiple brushed-DC loads without a dedicated pre-driver. Designers pair it with a CAN transceiver and LIN bus for sub-networks of mirrors, seats, or interior lighting. The mTouch peripheral allows capacitive switch panels to replace mechanical rocker switches.
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Capacitive-Touch User Interface
The PIC16F707-E/PT integrates up to 32 mTouch capacitive-sensing channels, replacing dedicated touch ICs in many human-machine interface panels. Its hardware mTouch peripheral samples sensors autonomously, freeing the 5 MIPS CPU to run UI state machines, debounce logic, and serial backhaul over EUSART or MSSP. Designers route PCB guard traces around the touch electrodes and use the 16 MHz internal oscillator for timing the scan loop. Extended-temperature operation supports outdoor kiosks and appliance control panels. The 14 KB Flash comfortably fits state-machine plus IAP bootloader code.
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Home-Appliance Control Board
The PIC16F707-E/PT is widely deployed in white-goods and small-appliance controllers, where 36 GPIO drive relays, triac gates, valve solenoids, and seven-segment displays. Its 2.5 V to 5.5 V supply range accommodates both 3.3 V logic and 5 V analog front-ends commonly used in washing-machine and dishwasher boards. The 8-bit ADC reads thermistor / NTC sensors for temperature regulation, while ECCP generates zero-cross triac timing for AC loads. Combined with nanoWatt XLP, standby power meets modern energy-star ratings. The 44-pin TQFP footprint exposes enough I/O for full-featured mid-tier appliances.
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Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning
Industrial sensor nodes benefit from the PIC16F707-E/PT's 8-channel 8-bit ADC, two analog comparators, and 5 MIPS throughput for moving-average and threshold-detection firmware. The MSSP peripheral interfaces to SPI sensors (pressure, flow, gas), while the EUSART drives RS-485 transceivers for long cable runs. Extended-temperature operation tolerates factory-floor enclosures with poor thermal management. nanoWatt XLP sleep enables battery-powered wireless sensor nodes that wake on comparator-trigger events, transmitting only when measurements cross alarm thresholds.
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Battery-Powered IoT Edge Node
Battery-powered IoT edge nodes benefit from the PIC16F707-E/PT's nanoWatt XLP sleep currents down to ~20 nA, allowing multi-year operation on a single CR2032 coin cell. The 14 KB Flash is sufficient for sensor-acquisition, edge-filtering, and a lightweight RF protocol stack using the MSSP to drive a sub-GHz or 2.4 GHz transceiver. The 32 mTouch channels can serve as a wake-up source via proximity detection, eliminating always-on current draw. Extended-temperature operation tolerates outdoor or under-hood IoT installations.
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HVAC and Climate Control
The PIC16F707-E/PT supports HVAC and climate-control subsystems by combining 36 GPIO for fan relays, damper actuators, and seven-segment or LCD user interfaces. Its 8-channel ADC reads thermistor temperature probes and humidity sensors, while the ECCP module generates PWM outputs for variable-speed blower control. nanoWatt XLP idle currents keep always-on thermostat standby power under energy-star limits. Extended-temperature operation tolerates attics, basements, and outdoor condensing units where ambient swings are severe.
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Engineering reference data for PIC16F707-E/PT — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC16F707-I/PT | PIC16F707T-I/PT | PIC16F747-I/PT | PIC16F722-I/PT | PIC16F887-I/PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | TQFP-44 (10x10 mm) | TQFP-44 (10x10 mm) - same | TQFP-44 (10x10 mm) - same | TQFP-44 (10x10 mm) - same | TQFP-44 (10x10 mm) - same | TQFP-44 (10x10 mm) - same |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 14 KB | 14 KB | 14 KB | 7 KB | 7 KB | 14 KB |
| Maximum CPU Frequency | 20 MHz | 20 MHz | 20 MHz | 20 MHz | 20 MHz | 20 MHz |
| GPIO Count | 36 | 36 | 36 | 36 | 36 | 36 |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +125 C (extended -E) | -40 C to +85 C (industrial -I) | -40 C to +85 C (industrial -I) | -40 C to +85 C (industrial -I) | -40 C to +85 C (industrial -I) | -40 C to +85 C (industrial -I) |
| mTouch Channels | Up to 32 | Up to 32 | Up to 32 | None (no mTouch) | None (no mTouch) | None (no mTouch) |
| nanoWatt XLP Low-Power Sleep | Yes (~20 nA typical) | Yes (~20 nA typical) | Yes (~20 nA typical) | Limited (no XLP) | Limited (no XLP) | Yes |
| Supply Voltage Range | 2.5 V to 5.5 V | 2.5 V to 5.5 V | 2.5 V to 5.5 V | 2.0 V to 5.5 V | 1.8 V to 5.5 V | 2.0 V to 5.5 V |
Key Differentiators
- Extended automotive temperature grade (-40 C to +125 C) (vs PIC16F707-I/PT)
- Up to 32 mTouch capacitive-touch channels integrated on-die (vs PIC16F747-I/PT)
- nanoWatt XLP sleep current ~20 nA for multi-year battery life (vs PIC16F722-I/PT)
Design Notes
Place a 0.1 uF ceramic decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of each VDD pin (pins 10, 20, 30, 40) and a single 10 uF bulk capacitor near the MCU. For mTouch capacitive-sensing applications, keep touch-trace length below 50 mm and surround each electrode with a hatched ground guard trace to maximize sensitivity and reject moisture-induced false triggers.
Route the ICSP/ICD pins (RB6/ICSPCLK, RB7/ICSPDAT) to a 6-pin in-circuit programming header so production programming and field firmware updates remain accessible. Place the MCLR pull-up (typically 10 kOhm) close to the MCU and do not share the MCLR pin with any capacitive-touch trace, because leakage can prevent reset release in noisy environments.
Do not exceed the absolute maximum VDD of 5.5 V or drop below 2.5 V, or Flash read/write/retention can be compromised. The 8-bit ADC requires the AVDD/AVSS pair to be properly decoupled with 0.1 uF plus 10 uF capacitors and the reference (VCAP) must be loaded with at least 0.1 uF for ADC accuracy. nanoWatt XLP sleep currents only reach ~20 nA when all unused peripherals are explicitly disabled in firmware; leaving the ADC or comparators enabled can multiply idle current by 100x.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant and lead-free per Microchip product page (TQFP package). -E temperature grade is qualified for harsh-environment industrial/automotive use but is NOT formally AEC-Q100 qualified for safety-critical automotive electronics; check the Microchip automotive-grade catalog for Q-100 qualified parts.
