PIC16LF1507-E/SO - 8-bit MCU, 3.5KB Flash, 20MHz, 20-SOIC
MPN: PIC16LF1507-E/SO ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $0.97 | $0.97 |
| 10 | $0.86 | $8.60 |
| 100 | $0.76 | $76.00 |
| 500 | $0.68 | $340.00 |
| 1,000 | $0.6 | $600.00 |
| 2,500 | $0.55 | $1,375.00 |
PIC16LF1507-E/SO Overview
What is an 8-bit PIC microcontroller? A PIC (Peripheral Interface Controller) is a Harvard-architecture RISC microcontroller where program and data buses are separated for deterministic single-cycle instruction execution. The PIC16F150x family sits within Microchip's enhanced mid-range portfolio, positioned above baseline PIC10/12/16 cores with a richer peripheral set and below the PIC18 and dsPIC families, targeting cost-sensitive embedded control in appliance, sensor, lighting, and consumer products.
Key features include 18 general-purpose I/O pins, a 12-channel 10-bit ADC with voltage reference, four 10-bit PWM modules, a Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG), a Numerically Controlled Oscillator (NCO), two Configurable Logic Cells (CLC), an integrated temperature indicator, and an internal 16MHz oscillator. The device supports both an internal low-power LF oscillator and an external clock source, plus eXtreme Low Power (XLP) technology for battery-aware designs.
Typical applications include LED lighting control (constant-current drivers, color-mixing PWM), battery-powered sensor nodes (IoT edge devices), home appliance user interfaces, automotive body controllers, and low-cost motor control loops. The 20-SOIC footprint and 18 I/O pins fit well into compact PCBs where board area is at a premium.
When designing with this part, remember that 3.5KB of Flash limits firmware to roughly 2,000-2,500 C instructions, so choose it for state-machine or simple-protocol applications rather than complex stacks. The 'E' suffix denotes the extended temperature grade, and the SO package requires standard 1.27mm pitch SOIC land patterns.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing across DigiKey, Mouser, Octopart and LCSC, drop-in alternatives in the same 20-SOIC footprint, and practical design notes not aggregated on the manufacturer datasheet front page.
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Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with PIC16LF1507-E/SO (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Core Architecture, Internal Oscillator, Operating Temperature, Package, I/O Pins.
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PIC16LF1507-E/SO
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PIC16LF1508-E/SO
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PIC16LF1507-I/SO
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PIC16LF1507-E/SO Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Manufacturer | Microchip Technology |
| Series | PIC16F150x |
| Core Architecture | PIC16 (Enhanced Mid-Range 8-bit RISC) |
| Instruction Set Width | 14-bit |
| Number of Instructions | 49 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 20 MHz |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 3.5 KB (2K x 14 words) |
| Data RAM | 128 bytes |
| Non-Volatile Data Storage (NVDS) | 128 bytes |
| I/O Pins | 18 |
| ADC | 12 channels, 10-bit |
| PWM Modules | 4 x 10-bit |
| Timers | 4 |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +125 C |
| Internal Oscillator | 16 MHz |
| Package | 20-pin SOIC (SO), narrow body |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| MSL Level | 1 (unlimited floor life at <30 C / 85% RH) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free / Halogen-Free | Yes / Yes |
PIC16LF1507-E/SO Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RA5 — GPIO / ADC / IOC |
| Pin 2 | RA4 — GPIO / ADC |
| Pin 3 | RA3 — GPIO / VPP (programming voltage) |
| Pin 4 | RA2 — GPIO / ADC |
| Pin 5 | RA1 — GPIO / ADC / ICSPCLK |
| Pin 6 | RA0 — GPIO / ADC / ICSPDAT |
| Pin 7 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 8 | VDD — Positive supply (1.8V-3.6V) |
| Pin 9 | RA7 — GPIO / OSC1 (external clock input) |
| Pin 10 | RA6 — GPIO / OSC2 (external clock output) |
| Pin 11 | RC0 — GPIO / PWM4 / ADC |
| Pin 12 | RC1 — GPIO / PWM5 / ADC |
| Pin 13 | RC2 — GPIO / PWM6 / ADC |
| Pin 14 | RC3 — GPIO / PWM7 / ADC |
| Pin 15 | RC4 — GPIO / ADC |
| Pin 16 | RC5 — GPIO / ADC |
| Pin 17 | RC6 — GPIO |
| Pin 18 | RC7 — GPIO |
| Pin 19 | RB7 — GPIO / ADC |
| Pin 20 | RB6 — GPIO / ADC |
Typical Applications
PIC16LF1507-E/SO is suitable for 6 applications: Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Nodes, LED Lighting and Color-Mixing Controllers, Home Appliance User Interfaces, Automotive Body Controllers (Non-Safety), Small Brushed DC Motor Speed Control, Consumer Remote Controls and Key FOBs.
Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Nodes
The PIC16LF1507-E/SO's eXtreme Low Power (XLP) technology with sub-microamp sleep currents makes it well suited for battery-powered IoT sensor nodes running from a single CR2032 coin cell or two-AA batteries. Its 1.8V-3.6V VDD range spans the full discharge curve of Li-ion (3.0-4.2V regulated down) and alkaline stacks (2.0-3.2V), while the 12-channel 10-bit ADC directly digitizes thermistor, photodiode, and battery-monitor signals without an external mux. The 3.5KB Flash comfortably hosts state-machine firmware plus a simple UART/SPI protocol. Trade-off vs larger Cortex-M0+ parts: 20MHz max clock and 128B RAM rule out TCP/IP stacks - prefer this PIC for sleepy sensor endpoints that wake briefly every few seconds.
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LED Lighting and Color-Mixing Controllers
The PIC16LF1507-E/SO's four 10-bit PWM channels and Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG) drive constant-current LED strings up to a few hundred Hz with dead-band control. Per the Microchip datasheet, the NCO (Numerically Controlled Oscillator) can synthesize fine-grained PWM dithering for high-resolution dimming, while the CLCs implement glue logic that would otherwise require a 74HC gate package. The 18 GPIO pins provide enough headroom for RGBW channels plus a button interface. For 24V architectural strips a small buck driver downstream of the PIC handles the high-current path; the MCU sits on a 3.3V LDO rail. Trade-off: 3.5KB Flash is enough for one DMX-512/RDM personality but not for full Bluetooth Mesh stacks - choose a PIC18 or dsPIC for wireless color-control products.
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Home Appliance User Interfaces
The PIC16LF1507-E/SO drives segmented LCDs, capacitive touch pads, and rotary encoders in washing machines, dishwashers, and microwave ovens. Its 12-channel 10-bit ADC reads up to 12 sensor inputs (door switches, NTC temperature, water level, motor current sense), while the four PWM outputs control buzzers, relays, and indicator LEDs. The -40C to +125C extended temperature grade (E-suffix) handles under-cabinet thermal rise in appliances, and the 20-SOIC package survives wave-solder and selective-solder processes common in white-goods assembly. Per Microchip's family datasheet the device supports capacitive touch via the 12 capacitive sensing modules on mappable pins, eliminating mechanical buttons in favor of glass-front panels.
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Automotive Body Controllers (Non-Safety)
The PIC16LF1507-E/SO in the Extended -40C to +125C grade handles interior lighting, mirror folding, seat-position memory, and accessory relay drivers in non-safety automotive body domains. Its 18 GPIO and four PWM outputs are sufficient for multi-channel PWM dimming of ambient lighting strips, while the CWG generates complementary FET drive for small DC motors. Note: this part is NOT AEC-Q100 qualified; for safety-relevant ECUs (airbag, ABS, ADAS) Microchip recommends dsPIC33 or PIC18 K-series parts. The 20-SOIC footprint and 3.5KB Flash fit budget-tier body modules where cost dominates over functional safety certification.
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Small Brushed DC Motor Speed Control
The PIC16LF1507-E/SO controls small brushed DC motors (fans, pumps, valve actuators) using one PWM channel for switching frequency and a second for duty-cycle control, with current feedback via the 10-bit ADC on a sense resistor. Per the Microchip datasheet the CWG provides programmable dead-band to prevent shoot-through in H-bridge drivers, and the NCO offers fine-grained frequency synthesis for ultrasonic 25-40kHz actuator drive. The 20MHz instruction cycle keeps the control loop under 50us - adequate for fans and small pumps but not for high-dynamic servo loops where a dsPIC33 with DSP engine is preferred. The 1.8-3.6V VDD rail simplifies integration with single-cell Li-ion powered tools.
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Consumer Remote Controls and Key FOBs
The PIC16LF1507-E/SO's sub-microamp sleep current extends coin-cell battery life in TV/STB remote controls and entry-level key FOBs beyond 5 years. The 12-channel 10-bit ADC supports capacitive touch buttons on glass-surface remotes, while the four PWM channels drive IR-LED modulation at 36-56kHz carrier frequencies. Per Microchip's family datasheet the device supports wake-on-IOC (interrupt-on-change) for ultra-low-power button scanning between transmissions. Trade-off vs dedicated IR-transmitter ICs: this PIC gives you full MCU flexibility for bidirectional RF or learning-remote protocols but consumes more sleep current than an ASIC-only solution - design the PCB with bulk capacitance for transmit bursts.
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Engineering reference data for PIC16LF1507-E/SO — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC16F1507-E/SO | PIC16LF1508-E/SO | PIC16LF1509-E/SO | PIC16LF1507-I/SO | PIC16LF1507T-E/SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 20-SOIC (SO) | 20-SOIC (SO) - same | 20-SOIC (SO) - same | 20-SOIC (SO) - same | 20-SOIC (SO) - same | 20-SOIC (SO) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Flash Program Memory | 3.5 KB | 3.5 KB | 7 KB (+100%) | 14 KB (+300%) | 3.5 KB | 3.5 KB |
| Data RAM | 128 B | 128 B | 256 B (+100%) | 512 B (+300%) | 128 B | 128 B |
| Operating Voltage | 1.8 V to 3.6 V | 2.5 V to 5.5 V | 1.8 V to 3.6 V | 1.8 V to 3.6 V | 1.8 V to 3.6 V | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| Max CPU Clock | 20 MHz | 20 MHz | 20 MHz | 20 MHz | 20 MHz | 20 MHz |
| I/O Pins | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 |
| ADC Channels | 12 x 10-bit | 12 x 10-bit | 12 x 10-bit | 12 x 10-bit | 12 x 10-bit | 12 x 10-bit |
| Temperature Grade | Extended -40C to +125C | Extended -40C to +125C | Extended -40C to +125C | Extended -40C to +125C | Industrial -40C to +85C | Extended -40C to +125C |
| AEC-Q100 Qualified | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Key Differentiators
- XLP eXtreme Low Power technology (vs PIC16F1507-E/SO)
- 3.5KB Flash with enhanced mid-range core (vs PIC16LF1503-I/SL)
- Extended -40C to +125C temperature grade (vs PIC16LF1507-I/SO)
Design Notes
Estimated: at 20MHz active with all peripherals on, VDD=3.3V, the PIC16LF1507-E/SO consumes roughly 2-3mA active current. In sleep mode with XLP enabled, current drops below 1uA. For battery-life calculations use I_avg = (I_active * t_active + I_sleep * t_sleep) / (t_active + t_sleep). Place a 100nF decoupling capacitor within 2mm of the VDD pin (pin 8) and a 10uF bulk capacitor on the supply rail for ADC reference stability during load steps.
The 'LF' prefix limits VDD to 1.8-3.6V; do not connect directly to 5V rails or USB VBUS without a 3.3V LDO. The PGD/PGC programming pins (RA0/RA1) are shared with the ICSP interface - do not place a low-impedance load on these pins that could conflict with the programmer's pull-ups. Configuration word bits must be set before code execution (FOSC, WDTE, etc.) - failures here typically appear as 'dead' parts after programming.
The 20-SOIC (SO) package uses 1.27mm pin pitch; recommended land pattern per IPC-7351 is 0.55mm wide x 2.0mm long pads with 1.27mm pitch. For hand-prototyping use SOIC-to-DIP adapter boards. Keep ADC traces short and away from PWM output edges to minimize switching-noise coupling into analog inputs - if PWM and ADC share the same port, place a small RC filter (100R + 100nF) on the ADC input.
The internal 16MHz oscillator is factory-trimmed to +/-1% typical and +/-2% across temperature per the Microchip datasheet. For UART communication requiring tighter baud-rate accuracy (Bluetooth, IrDA, etc.), switch to the external oscillator mode (RA6/RA7) with a crystal or ceramic resonator. The CLC and NCO peripherals are useful for offloading bit-banging work from the CPU - configure them in MPLAB Code Configurator for clear pin-assignment visibility.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per Microchip product page; lead-free and halogen-free (Pb-free matte-tin finish). Not AEC-Q100 qualified - for AEC-Q100 automotive designs choose PIC16F1507-E/SO with external qualification or migrate to dsPIC33 family.
