PIC16F753-E/SL - 8-Bit 20MHz MCU 3.5KB Flash 14-SOIC | Microchip
MPN: PIC16F753-E/SL ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1.71 | $1.71 |
| 10 | $1.53 | $15.30 |
| 100 | $1.36 | $136.00 |
| 500 | $1.22 | $610.00 |
| 1,000 | $1.08 | $1,080.00 |
PIC16F753-E/SL Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU, non-volatile program memory, working RAM, and configurable I/O. Within the broader semiconductor taxonomy, the PIC16F753 sits between small 8-bit controllers used for logic replacement and 16/32-bit MCUs used for complex application processing. The 8-bit mid-range architecture of the PIC16F753 targets applications that need deterministic interrupt response, low power consumption, and integrated analog peripherals rather than raw compute throughput, positioning it for sensor signal conditioning, LED driving, and battery-powered control.
Key differentiating features of the PIC16F753 include its 3.5 KB FLASH with self read/write capability, dual high-speed comparators rated at 50 ns, an integrated op-amp that allows first-stage analog conditioning without external active components, and a 9-bit DAC that complements the 10-bit ADC for closed-loop set-point generation. The internal 8 MHz oscillator offers factory calibration that reduces BOM cost. The 14-SOIC package gives the part a small PCB footprint while keeping manual soldering and breadboard-friendly prototyping practical for engineers and hobbyists.
From an architectural standpoint, the PIC16F753 uses Microchip's enhanced mid-range core, which provides a single-cycle hardware multiplier not present on baseline PIC cores and a 14-bit instruction word that yields compact code density. The Core Independent Peripherals (CIPs) operate without CPU intervention, allowing events such as comparator-triggered ADC sampling or PWM-driven LED dimming to run autonomously. The on-chip op-amp, comparators, ADC, DAC and voltage reference form a self-contained analog front end that can perform sensor conditioning, threshold detection and closed-loop control on a single device.
Typical applications for the PIC16F753 include battery chargers, LED lighting controllers, sensor signal conditioners, small motor and fan control, and low-cost consumer appliances. Designers choose it when they need more analog integration than a baseline PIC10/12/16 provides but do not require the larger memory and richer peripherals of the PIC16F1xxx family. The device is also a common upgrade target for systems previously built around discrete op-amp plus comparator circuits, allowing analog front end, decision logic and PWM output to live in a single IC.
When designing with the PIC16F753, allocate one I/O line for in-circuit serial programming (ICSP) so the part can be re-programmed on-board without removing it from the application. Decouple VDD with a 100 nF ceramic capacitor placed within a few millimetres of the pin and add a bulk capacitor of 4.7 µF or larger on the same net for ADC and op-amp stability. Microchip's MPLAB X IDE and the XC8 compiler are the primary development tools for this device.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in same-package alternatives, comparison tables and practical design notes drawn from the Microchip PIC16F753 datasheet together with current DigiKey, Mouser and LCSC availability, providing information gain that the bare datasheet alone does not offer.
Drop-in alternatives for PIC16F753-E/SL — 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 PIC16F753-E/SL (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Comparators, I/O Pins, Internal Oscillator, Package.
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PIC16F753-E/SL Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core | PIC16 mid-range 8-bit |
| Program Memory (FLASH) | 3.5 KB (2K x 14 words) |
| CPU Clock (max) | 20 MHz |
| Internal Oscillator | 8 MHz |
| I/O Pins | 12 (max) |
| ADC | 10-bit, 8 channels |
| DAC | 9-bit, 1 channel |
| Comparators | 2 x high-speed (50 ns) |
| Operational Amplifiers | 1 x on-chip op-amp |
| CCP Modules | 1 |
| Voltage Reference | On-chip |
| Package | 14-SOIC (SL), 150 mil |
| Operating Temperature (E suffix) | -40 °C to +125 °C |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| RoHS | Compliant |
PIC16F753-E/SL Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RA5/AN0/C1IN+/ICSPCLK — I/O / analog input / comparator input / ICSP clock |
| Pin 2 | RA0/AN2/C1IN0-/DACOUT/ICSPDAT — I/O / analog input / comparator input / DAC output / ICSP data |
| Pin 3 | RA1/AN3/C1IN1-/VREF+ — I/O / analog input / comparator input / positive voltage reference |
| Pin 4 | RA2/AN4/COUT/T0CKI — I/O / analog input / comparator output / Timer0 clock input |
| Pin 5 | RC5/CCP1 — I/O / Capture-Compare-PWM output |
| Pin 6 | RC4/C2OUT — I/O / comparator 2 output |
| Pin 7 | RC3/AN7/C12IN3-/OPAMP+ — I/O / analog input / comparator input / op-amp non-inverting input |
| Pin 8 | RC2/AN6/C12IN2-/OPAMP- — I/O / analog input / comparator input / op-amp inverting input |
| Pin 9 | RC1/AN5/C12IN1-/OPAOUT — I/O / analog input / comparator input / op-amp output |
| Pin 10 | RC0/AN8/C2IN0+ — I/O / analog input / comparator 2 input |
| Pin 11 | RA4/AN1/T1G/OSC2/CLKOUT — I/O / analog input / Timer1 gate / crystal output / clock output |
| Pin 12 | RA3/MCLR/VPP — Master clear reset (active low) / programming voltage |
| Pin 13 | RA7/OSC1/CLKIN — I/O / crystal input / external clock input |
| Pin 14 | VDD — Positive supply voltage |
Typical Applications
PIC16F753-E/SL is suitable for 6 applications: Battery Charger Control, LED Lighting Controller, Sensor Signal Conditioner, Small Motor and Fan Control, Low-Cost Consumer Appliance Controller, Automotive Interior LED Driver.
Battery Charger Control
The PIC16F753 is well suited to single-cell and small multi-cell battery charger controllers. Its 10-bit ADC measures battery voltage and charge current via current-sense resistors, while the 9-bit DAC programs the constant-current / constant-voltage set-points. The on-chip op-amp conditions the current-sense signal without an external active component, and the two 50 ns comparators trigger over-current and over-voltage protection. The internal 8 MHz oscillator and CCP module drive the PWM switching element, and the 14-SOIC package keeps the charger PCB small.
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LED Lighting Controller
For LED driver and lighting-control designs the PIC16F753 combines analog and PWM resources in one device. The 10-bit ADC samples ambient light from a photodiode or potentiometer, the 9-bit DAC sets the dimming target, and the CCP module drives the MOSFET gate through PWM. The on-chip op-amp closes the loop for constant-current LED regulation, while the high-speed comparators provide over-temperature and over-current shutdown. Industrial temperature range (-40 to +125 C) lets the same firmware serve indoor, outdoor and automotive-interior lighting.
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Sensor Signal Conditioner
The PIC16F753's integrated op-amp, two 50 ns comparators, 10-bit ADC and 9-bit DAC make it a complete sensor signal-conditioning front end on a single IC. The op-amp provides first-stage gain for thermocouples, photodiodes or strain-gauge bridges; the comparators detect threshold events with deterministic 50 ns response; the ADC digitizes the conditioned signal; and the DAC generates excitation or set-point voltages. The 14-SOIC package and -40 to +125 C range let the same firmware serve industrial process sensors and consumer IoT nodes.
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Small Motor and Fan Control
Brushless DC and small DC fan / pump controllers benefit from the PIC16F753's CCP PWM, on-chip op-amp and dual comparators. The op-amp amplifies back-EMF or shunt current sensing, the comparators trigger commutation events with 50 ns latency for high-RPM BLDC control, and the CCP module drives the gate driver or MOSFET directly. The 20 MHz core runs sensorless back-EMF algorithms in real time, while the 14-SOIC package keeps the motor-control PCB compact enough for appliance integration.
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Low-Cost Consumer Appliance Controller
Small kitchen, personal-care and home appliances use the PIC16F753 as a single-chip controller because the on-chip op-amp, comparators, ADC and DAC replace what used to require several external analog ICs. The CCP module drives TRIAC or MOSFET power stages, the 10-bit ADC reads user inputs and sensor voltages, and the 9-bit DAC provides analog trim outputs. The 14-SOIC industrial-grade package supports wave-soldered production lines and the extended -40 to +125 C temperature range covers appliance under-cabinet environments.
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Automotive Interior LED Driver
Interior automotive lighting such as ambient strips, dome lights and indicator lamps is a strong fit for the PIC16F753 because the extended -40 to +125 C temperature range covers the cabin and under-dash environment. The CCP module drives the LED MOSFET with PWM dimming, the 10-bit ADC reads the lighting-control potentiometer or LIN/CAN-fed set-point, and the on-chip op-amp closes the loop on a current-sense resistor for constant-brightness output. The two 50 ns comparators provide fault shutdown for open-LED and short-LED conditions, all in a single 14-SOIC device.
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Engineering reference data for PIC16F753-E/SL — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC16F753-I/SL | PIC16F753T-E/SL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 14-SOIC (SL) | 14-SOIC (SL) - same | 14-SOIC (SL) - same |
| FLASH Memory | 3.5 KB (2K x 14) | 3.5 KB | 3.5 KB |
| CPU Clock (max) | 20 MHz | 20 MHz | 20 MHz |
| ADC | 10-bit, 8 channels | 10-bit, 8 channels | 10-bit, 8 channels |
| DAC | 9-bit, 1 channel | 9-bit, 1 channel | 9-bit, 1 channel |
| On-chip Op-Amp | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Comparators | 2 x 50 ns | 2 x 50 ns | 2 x 50 ns |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (E) | -40C to +85C (I) | -40C to +125C (E) |
| Packaging Form | Tube | Tube | Tape and Reel |
Key Differentiators
- On-chip op-amp removes external analog front-end ICs (vs PIC16F684)
- Dual 50 ns comparators for high-speed fault response (vs PIC16F677)
- Extended -40 to +125 C temperature grade in same 14-SOIC package (vs PIC16F753-I/SL)
Design Notes
Estimated: Place a 100 nF decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of the VDD pin (pin 14) and add a bulk capacitor of at least 4.7 uF on the same net. The on-chip op-amp, 10-bit ADC and 9-bit DAC are sensitive to supply noise, so a clean +5 V or +3.3 V rail is required. If the design switches large loads through the CCP output, isolate the analog VDD trace with a ferrite bead to keep digital switching transients out of the analog front end.
Keep the analog input traces (AN0-AN8, C1IN+, C2IN0+, OPA+, OPA-) short and routed away from the CCP/PWM output and any high-current switching traces. Use a ground plane under the analog section and stitch it to the digital ground at a single point near the VSS pin. The exposed SOIC thermal pad is not present on the 14-SOIC, so copper pours on RA and RC pins should be sized to keep them within the device's 50 mA port-current limit per Microchip's datasheet.
Reserve two pins for in-circuit serial programming (ICSP): RA5/ICSPCLK (pin 1) and RA0/ICSPDAT (pin 2). Do not place series resistors greater than 1 kohm on these lines or programming will fail. Also, do not confuse the E temperature grade (-40 to +125 C) with the I grade (-40 to +85 C); automotive-interior and outdoor designs must specify the E suffix. Finally, configure unused comparators and the op-amp to disabled state in firmware to avoid parasitic current draw.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. AEC-Q100 qualification is not stated for the PIC16F753-E/SL; for AEC-Q100 automotive applications Microchip recommends the PIC16F1703 family. Halogen-free status not specified in the verified data.
