PIC16LF1513T-I/SS - 8-bit XLP MCU 7KB Flash 28-SSOP | Microchip
MPN: PIC16LF1513T-I/SS ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1.34 | $1.34 |
| 10 | $1.21 | $12.10 |
| 100 | $1.05 | $105.00 |
| 500 | $0.93 | $465.00 |
| 1,000 | $0.82 | $820.00 |
| 3,000 | $0.71 | $2,130.00 |
PIC16LF1513T-I/SS Overview
An 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a small, self-contained computer on a single integrated circuit combining a CPU, program memory, RAM, and a set of on-chip peripherals. Within the broader PIC16F family, the 'LF' prefix denotes the low-voltage variant optimized for low-power operation, and the 'XLP' technology tier targets applications where quiescent current and sleep current dominate energy budgets, such as remote sensor nodes, IoT endpoints, and wearable devices. The PIC16LF1513 family extends this baseline with enhanced peripherals while preserving the PIC mid-range instruction set familiar to legacy PIC16F users.
Key features include up to 20 MIPS throughput at 20 MHz, 17 to 25 general-purpose I/O pins (model dependent), peripherals such as multiple timers, enhanced PWM, EUSART, I2C/SPI, and a 10-bit ADC with up to 17 channels. XLP technology typically delivers sub-1 uA sleep currents, allowing years of operation on a single coin cell. The 28-SSOP surface-mount package is pin-compatible with other PIC16F/LF devices of the same pin count, simplifying PCB migration across product variants.
Architecturally the PIC16LF1513 uses a Harvard-style RISC core with a 14-bit instruction word and an 8-bit data path, achieving deterministic interrupt response and a compact code footprint. The 7 KB Flash provides room for protocol stacks (LIN, Modbus RTU, basic BLE command layers) and user application logic, while the ADC and PWM blocks enable direct motor, lighting, and sensor conditioning.
Typical applications include battery-powered IoT sensor nodes, low-end consumer remote controls, white-goods and small appliance control boards, industrial sensor transmitters, and low-cost LED lighting controllers. The combination of small Flash, low I/O count, and ultra-low sleep current particularly suits wake-on-event designs where the MCU spends most of its life in sleep.
When designing with this part, choose decoupling values per the datasheet (typically a 100 nF plus bulk as needed), respect VDDCORE decoupling for the internal regulator, and budget for ADC sampling clock and acquisition time when sizing sense resistors. Use the PICkit or MPLAB Snap programmer with the In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP) interface for development.
This page consolidates live distributor pricing, verified pin-compatible drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes so designers can shorten evaluation and BOM risk decisions before committing to a 28-SSOP footprint.
Drop-in alternatives for PIC16LF1513T-I/SS — 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 PIC16LF1513T-I/SS (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Package, ADC, Operating Temperature, Program Memory (Flash), Core.
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View Datasheet →PIC16LF1513T-I/SS Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Series | PIC XLP 16F (PIC16LF1513) |
| Core | PIC 8-bit RISC, 14-bit instruction word |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 7 KB (4K x 14) |
| RAM | 256 bytes |
| CPU Speed | 20 MHz max |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (industrial) |
| ADC | 10-bit, up to 17 channels |
| GPIO Count | Up to 25 (package dependent, 28-SSOP variant) |
| Package | 28-SSOP (5.30 mm / 0.209 in width) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Technology | XLP (eXtreme Low Power), nanoWatt |
| Peripherals | Timers, Enhanced PWM, EUSART, I2C/SPI, ADC |
| MSL Level | 2 |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes |
PIC16LF1513T-I/SS Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RA3/AN3/VREF+ — Bidirectional I/O with 10-bit ADC input and ADC VREF+ |
| Pin 2 | RA4/AN4 — Bidirectional I/O with 10-bit ADC input |
| Pin 3 | RA5/AN5 — Bidirectional I/O with 10-bit ADC input |
| Pin 4 | RA6 — Bidirectional I/O (no ADC on this pin) |
| Pin 5 | RA7 — Bidirectional I/O (no ADC on this pin) |
| Pin 6 | VDD — Positive supply 1.8V-3.6V |
| Pin 7 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 8 | RA2/AN2 — Bidirectional I/O with 10-bit ADC input |
| Pin 9 | RA1/AN1 — Bidirectional I/O with 10-bit ADC input |
| Pin 10 | RA0/AN0 — Bidirectional I/O with 10-bit ADC input |
| Pin 11 | RX/DT — EUSART RX / data (ICSP ICDAT) |
| Pin 12 | RC0 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 13 | RC1 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 14 | RC2 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 15 | RC3 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 16 | RC4 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 17 | RC5 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 18 | RC6 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 19 | RC7 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 20 | RB7/ICSP — ICSP clock (PGC) / bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 21 | RB6/ICSP — ICSP data (PGD) / bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 22 | RB5 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 23 | RB4 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 24 | RB3 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 25 | RB2 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 26 | RB1 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 27 | RB0 — Bidirectional I/O |
| Pin 28 | VSS — Ground reference (second VSS pin) |
Typical Applications
PIC16LF1513T-I/SS is suitable for 7 applications: Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node, White Goods and Small Appliance Control, Wireless Remote Control and HMI Buttons, LED Lighting and Driver Control, Industrial Sensor Transmitter (4-20 mA Equivalent), Automotive Cabin and Body Electronics (AEC-Q100 not qualified at PIC16 level), Educational and Hobbyist Embedded Learning.
Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node
The PIC16LF1513T-I/SS is well matched to low-duty-cycle IoT sensor nodes where the MCU spends most of its life in sleep. The nanoWatt XLP architecture delivers sub-1 uA sleep current with RTC and WDT retention, allowing year-long coin-cell operation; the 10-bit ADC up to 17 channels handles multiple sensor inputs while keeping the BOM small. The 28-SSOP occupies minimal PCB area, and the 1.8V-3.6V VDD range removes the need for a separate regulator on a single-cell lithium supply. Combined with on-chip EUSART and I2C/SPI, the part connects to radios, sensors, and EEPROMs without external glue logic.
Recommended
White Goods and Small Appliance Control
In white-goods control boards (washing machines, dishwashers, coffee machines), the PIC16LF1513T-I/SS provides deterministic real-time control via the enhanced PWM and timer modules. The 10-bit ADC with multiple channels accurately reads temperature, water level, and motor current, while 25 GPIO drive relays, triac triggers, and LED indicators. The 28-SSOP footprint is pin-compatible with other PIC16F/LF members, giving designers a headroom upgrade path, and the -40C to +85C industrial temperature grade covers appliance interior environments.
Recommended
Wireless Remote Control and HMI Buttons
Battery-powered remote controls and IR/RF transmitter keyfobs benefit from the PIC16LF1513T-I/SS' nanoWatt XLP sleep behavior. The MCU stays in deep sleep until a button-matrix interrupt wakes it, then fires a short data burst via EUSART or PWM-carried IR and returns to sleep. With 7 KB Flash and 256 B RAM it stores simple proprietary protocols, while the 28-SSOP and small BOM keep the PCB inexpensive. Industrial temperature tolerance handles automotive cabin and outdoor remote duty cycles.
Recommended
LED Lighting and Driver Control
For low-cost LED lighting, the PIC16LF1513T-I/SS provides PWM outputs that drive MOSFET gate drivers for buck, boost, or linear LED string regulation. The 10-bit ADC monitors LED current via a sense resistor, enabling closed-loop brightness and color-temperature control, while the XLP sleep modes cut standby consumption when the lamp is off. The 1.8V-3.6V supply rail matches direct 3.3V driver ICs and supports backup NiMH battery discharge paths in emergency luminaires.
Recommended
Industrial Sensor Transmitter (4-20 mA Equivalent)
In low-cost 4-20 mA or 0-10 V sensor transmitters, the PIC16LF1513T-I/SS runs the ADC, linearizes, and outputs via PWM/DAC stages. The 1.8V-3.6V range supports a shared 3.3V supply rail powered from the loop through a shunt + LDO like the MCP1700. Industrial -40C to +85C tolerance covers factory floor requirements, and the 28-SSOP package is robust under conformal coating and screw-terminal sockets.
Recommended
Automotive Cabin and Body Electronics (AEC-Q100 not qualified at PIC16 level)
Although the PIC16LF1513 family itself is not AEC-Q100 qualified, designers use it in non-safety automotive accessory boards (interior lighting keypads, climate sensors, seat controllers) where -40C to +125C operation suffices. The 28-SSOP is resilient to conformal coating and vibration, while the XLP sleep modes preserve battery standing current. For safety-critical ECU zones, designers should step up to a PIC18 or dsPIC33 with automotive qualification.
Recommended
Educational and Hobbyist Embedded Learning
The PIC16LF1513T-I/SS is a strong platform for teaching 8-bit MCU fundamentals: small Flash budgets force efficient coding, ICSP programming on six pins fits a low-cost PICkit 4 or MPLAB Snap, and the MPLAB X IDE provides a full educational ecosystem. The 28-SSOP is easy to prototype on solderless breadboard adapters (DIP versions also exist) and the XLP architecture demonstrates real-world low-power techniques.
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Engineering reference data for PIC16LF1513T-I/SS — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC16LF1513-I/SS | PIC16LF1513T-E/SS | PIC16LF1509-I/SS | PIC16LF1507-I/SS | PIC16LF1454-I/JQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 28-SSOP | 28-SSOP - same | 28-SSOP - same | 28-SSOP - same | 28-SSOP - same | 28-SOIC - adjacent footprint |
| Flash Memory | 7 KB (4K x 14) | 7 KB | 7 KB | 14 KB | 3.5 KB | 7 KB |
| RAM | 256 bytes | 256 bytes | 256 bytes | 1024 bytes | 128 bytes | 256 bytes |
| Core Frequency | 20 MHz | 20 MHz | 20 MHz | 20 MHz | 20 MHz | 20 MHz |
| Supply Voltage | 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 | 1.8 V to 3.6 V | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| ADC Resolution | 10-bit / 17 channels | 10-bit | 10-bit | 10-bit | 10-bit | 10-bit + USB |
| Sleep Current | <1 uA (XLP) | <1 uA | <1 uA | <1 uA | <1 uA | <1 uA |
Key Differentiators
- Full ambient temp grade available in same footprint (vs PIC16LF1513T-E/SS (same part, extended grade))
- Half the Flash cost at the cost of more memory (vs PIC16LF1509-I/SS)
- Smaller Flash option available drop-in (vs PIC16LF1507-I/SS)
- USB-ready sibling for connectivity upgrades (vs PIC16LF1454-I/JQ)
Design Notes
Estimated: At 20 MHz, 3.3V, all peripherals active, current draw is roughly 2-3 mA for the core. In nanoWatt XLP deep sleep with WDT off, the device drops below 100 nA. For battery-budgeted designs, enable Sleep mode on Idle hooks, disable unused peripherals via PMD, and gate ADC and timers when not in use. A 100 nF X7R placed within 5 mm of VDD and a 10 uF bulk on VDD is recommended per Microchip demonstration board practice.
Although not a power semiconductor, the SSOP-28 thermal resistance (theta_JA) of about 80 C/W means the device should stay under 50 C ambient rise at typical < 10 mA core current. For high-ambient applications (e.g. enclosed luminaires), route the exposed pad substitute (none on SSOP) or provide a copper pour under the package to spread heat. This is optional in low-duty-cycle cases.
Place 100 nF X7R bypass capacitor as close as possible to the VDD pin (pin 6) and route VSS to a ground island. For ICSP programming via PGC/PGD (RB6/RB7) leave test points accessible. Avoid routing digital switching traces (PWM, EUSART lines) parallel to analog ADC inputs - cross them at 90 degrees or separate by ground fill. The ADC reference (VREF+ on RA3) should be tied to a clean 1.024V-3.3V rail rather than noisy VDD.
Three pitfalls common to PIC16LF1513 users: (1) Do not exceed 3.6V on any digital I/O or supply - the LF variant tolerates only 3.6V maximum; using the F (5V) variant is required for 5V systems. (2) Configure the FOSC configuration bits correctly or the MCU will fail to start; default INTOSC with no PLL is safest for prototypes. (3) Always program LVP (Low-Voltage Programming) bit to OFF in production code to avoid accidental application code corruption through ICSP pins.
For industrial EMC immunity, enable the internal watchdog timer, lock the configuration word, and use a digital-stabilized LDO (e.g. MCP1700-3.3) at the supply. The internal oscillator with PLL off provides deterministic 4 MHz/8 MHz/32 kHz clock options that are robust against conducted EMI. Tie all unused I/O to VSS or VDD through a 10 kohm resistor to prevent antiphase behavior on floating inputs.
Compliance Information
RoHS / REACH compliant per Microchip product declaration. Lead-free / halogen-free packaging. The PIC16LF1513 family is not AEC-Q100 qualified; automotive applications should select PIC18F or dsPIC33 K/MX1 family members with automotive grade.
