PIC16LF1713T-I/ML - 8-bit XLP MCU, 7KB Flash, 32MHz | Microchip
MPN: PIC16LF1713T-I/ML ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1.92 | $1.92 |
| 10 | $1.73 | $17.30 |
| 100 | $1.54 | $154.00 |
| 500 | $1.35 | $675.00 |
| 1,000 | $1.18 | $1,180.00 |
PIC16LF1713T-I/ML Overview
A PIC microcontroller (MCU) is a compact programmable processor built on a Harvard architecture that separates program and data memory, allowing simultaneous fetch and execution of instructions. Within the broader taxonomy, a microcontroller sits below microprocessors (which lack on-chip memory/peripherals) and above simple digital logic, forming the core building block of embedded systems. The PIC16F family specifically targets 8-bit cost-sensitive applications with rich peripheral integration and XLP low-power variants for energy-harvesting and battery-backed designs.
Key features of the PIC16LF1713T-I/ML include: 7KB (4K x 14) self-programmable Flash, 512 bytes SRAM, 256 bytes EEPROM, 10-bit ADC with up to 17 channels, two operational amplifiers, an 8-bit DAC, two comparators, and Core Independent Peripherals (CIP) such as PWM, Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG), and Configurable Logic Cell (CLC). Communication interfaces include I2C, SPI, and EUSART.
Architecture-wise, the device uses an enhanced mid-range PIC16 core with a 14-bit instruction word, an 8-level hardware stack, and a 32MHz internal oscillator. The XLP technology delivers nanoWatt sleep currents below 100 nA, enabling multi-year battery life in sensor and IoT edge nodes. The HVQCCN QFN-28 package supports industrial temperature grade (-40°C to +85°C).
Typical applications include battery-powered sensor nodes, IoT edge controllers, low-power wireless transmitters, consumer handheld devices, LED lighting controls, and small appliances. The combination of analog integration (op-amps, comparators, ADC, DAC) eliminates many external components in mixed-signal designs.
When designing with this part, use MPLAB X IDE with the XC8 compiler. Verify the VDDCORE decoupling network (typically 0.1µF + 10µF) and ensure the 28-QFN thermal pad is soldered to the ground plane. The XLP sleep modes (Doze, Idle, Sleep with WDT) provide multiple low-power profiles to optimize energy budget.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternative MPNs from the same Microchip PIC16LF171x series, and practical design notes for embedded engineers - information not consolidated in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
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View Datasheet →PIC16LF1713T-I/ML Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Series | PIC® XLP™ 16F |
| Core Processor | PIC |
| Core Size | 8-bit |
| CPU Speed (Max) | 32 MHz |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 7 KB (4K x 14) |
| RAM | 512 B |
| EEPROM | 256 B |
| ADC | 10-bit, up to 17 channels |
| Operational Amplifiers | 2 (on-chip) |
| DAC | 8-bit, 1 channel |
| Comparators | 2 |
| Communication Interfaces | I2C, SPI, EUSART (1 each) |
| Operating Voltage Range | 1.8 V to 3.6 V (LF variant) |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +85 °C (Industrial) |
| Package | 28-QFN (ML) 6x6 mm, HVQCCN |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Pin Count | 28 |
| MSL Level | 3 (per JEDEC J-STD-020) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC16LF1713T-I/ML Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RA5 — Digital I/O / analog input / IOC |
| Pin 2 | RA4 — Digital I/O / analog input / IOC |
| Pin 3 | RA3 — Digital I/O / analog input / IOC / MCLR |
| Pin 4 | RA2 — Digital I/O / analog input / DAC output / IOC |
| Pin 5 | RA1 — Digital I/O / analog input / OPA1IN+ / IOC |
| Pin 6 | RA0 — Digital I/O / analog input / OPA1OUT / IOC |
| Pin 7 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 8 | VDD — Positive supply voltage (1.8V-3.6V) |
| Pin 9 | OSC1/RA7 — Crystal input / digital I/O |
| Pin 10 | OSC2/RA6 — Crystal output / digital I/O |
| Pin 11 | RC0 — Digital I/O / analog input / SOSCO |
| Pin 12 | RC1 — Digital I/O / analog input / SOSCI |
| Pin 13 | RC2 — Digital I/O / analog input / CCP1 |
| Pin 14 | RC3 — Digital I/O / analog input / SCL |
| Pin 15 | RC4 — Digital I/O / analog input / SDA |
| Pin 16 | RC5 — Digital I/O / analog input / SDO |
| Pin 17 | RC6 — Digital I/O / analog input / TX/CK |
| Pin 18 | RC7 — Digital I/O / analog input / RX/DT |
| Pin 19 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 20 | VDD — Positive supply voltage |
| Pin 21 | RB0 — Digital I/O / analog input / IOC / INT |
| Pin 22 | RB1 — Digital I/O / analog input / IOC |
| Pin 23 | RB2 — Digital I/O / analog input / IOC |
| Pin 24 | RB3 — Digital I/O / analog input / IOC |
| Pin 25 | RB4 — Digital I/O / analog input / IOC |
| Pin 26 | RB5 — Digital I/O / analog input / IOC |
| Pin 27 | RB6 — Digital I/O / ICSPCLK / IOC |
| Pin 28 | RB7 — Digital I/O / ICSPDAT / IOC |
Typical Applications
PIC16LF1713T-I/ML is suitable for 7 applications: Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node, Wireless Transmitter / Remote Control, LED Lighting Color Control, Industrial Sensor Transmitter (4-20 mA Loop), Consumer Handheld / Wearable Device, Small Appliance Control (Coffee Makers, Fans, Humidifiers), Security / Access Control Keypad.
Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node
The PIC16LF1713T-I/ML is ideally suited for battery-powered IoT sensor nodes. Its XLP nanoWatt technology delivers sleep currents below 100 nA per the Microchip datasheet, enabling multi-year operation from a single CR2032 coin cell. The 1.8V minimum VDD supports direct connection to single-cell Li-ion or two-cell alkaline chemistries without a boost converter. The integrated 10-bit ADC with up to 17 channels, two on-chip op-amps for sensor signal conditioning, and an 8-bit DAC for bias generation minimize the external BOM. Combined with Core Independent Peripherals (CLC, CWG) that operate in sleep, the MCU can wake briefly, sample, transmit via SPI/I2C to a wireless companion, and return to deep sleep - extending battery life by an order of magnitude versus always-on architectures.
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Wireless Transmitter / Remote Control
The PIC16LF1713T-I/ML's low sleep current and integrated comparators make it a strong fit for handheld wireless transmitters and remote controls. Per the datasheet, the EUSART supports IrDA encoding for line-of-sight wireless links, while the two on-chip comparators can be configured for sub-bandgap reference generation and battery-voltage monitoring. The Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG) produces precise dead-band-controlled PWM for IR LED modulation without CPU overhead. Operating from 1.8V to 3.6V, the MCU drives directly from two AAA cells. The 7 KB Flash accommodates protocol stacks for sub-GHz radios paired with an external transmitter IC via SPI, with sleep currents dominated by the radio rather than the MCU.
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LED Lighting Color Control
The PIC16LF1713T-I/ML is well matched to LED lighting color-mixing and dimming applications. Its 10-bit ADC reads ambient-light sensors and potentiometer inputs, while multiple PWM channels (driven by the CCP/ECCP modules per the Microchip datasheet) generate precise 0-100% duty-cycle LED drive signals. The 8-bit DAC provides a programmable current reference for closed-loop LED current regulation. The CWG peripheral can generate complementary PWM outputs with programmable dead-band, ideal for half-bridge LED driver topologies. With XLP sleep modes below 100 nA, a wall-switch or battery-powered color controller can idle indefinitely until a user input wakes it.
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Industrial Sensor Transmitter (4-20 mA Loop)
The PIC16LF1713T-I/ML enables compact, low-power 4-20 mA loop-powered industrial sensor transmitters. Its 1.8V minimum operation and sub-100 nA sleep current are critical when the loop must supply both the sensor and the MCU. Per the datasheet, the integrated op-amps condition bridge sensors (pressure, strain gauge, load cell) directly without external instrumentation amplifiers. The 10-bit ADC digitizes the conditioned signal with adequate resolution for process-control transmitters. Core Independent Peripherals handle HART or similar modulation layers without CPU wake-up, preserving loop compliance budget. The 28-QFN 6x6 mm package fits inside standard sensor head housings.
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Consumer Handheld / Wearable Device
The PIC16LF1713T-I/ML fits consumer handheld devices such as fitness bands, smartwatches, electronic thermometers, and BLE beacons. Its 6x6 mm 28-QFN footprint leaves room for compact wearable PCBs. The XLP sleep modes (Doze, Idle, Sleep with WDT active) deliver multi-month standby on coin cells. Per the Microchip datasheet, the integrated op-amps support direct heart-rate or temperature sensor interfaces, and the CLC peripheral can glue logic functions in hardware, freeing the CPU to remain asleep. With 7 KB Flash, ample code space exists for sensor-fusion algorithms and BLE control profiles that delegate radio work to a companion IC.
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Small Appliance Control (Coffee Makers, Fans, Humidifiers)
The PIC16LF1713T-I/ML handles user-interface and motor-control duties in small household appliances such as coffee makers, tower fans, and humidifiers. Its 17-channel 10-bit ADC reads multiple keypad buttons, potentiometers, and NTC thermistors. The ECCP and CWG peripherals generate PWM outputs for TRIAC phase-control, BLDC commutation assistance, or MOSFET gate-drive signals. Per the datasheet, the on-chip comparators implement zero-cross detection for line-voltage synchronization, while the 8-bit DAC programs LED brightness or audio feedback levels. Industrial temperature grade (-40°C to +85°C) supports appliance environments without derating.
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Security / Access Control Keypad
The PIC16LF1713T-I/ML is suitable for security keypads and access-control panels. Its 17-channel ADC scans multiple keypad switches without external multiplexers, and the on-chip comparators wake the MCU from sleep on key-press events - preserving battery life in wireless doorbell or alarm systems. Per the Microchip datasheet, the EUSART supports Wiegand or RS-485 interfaces to external access controllers, and the SPI port drives a Secure Element for credential storage. The 256-byte EEPROM retains user PINs and configuration across power cycles, with 100K erase/write cycle endurance. XLP nanoWatt technology ensures multi-year battery operation in wireless keypads.
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Engineering reference data for PIC16LF1713T-I/ML — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC16LF1713-I/ML | PIC16F1713T-I/ML | PIC16LF1714T-I/ML | PIC16LF1716T-I/ML | PIC16F1825-I/ML |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 28-QFN (ML) 6x6 mm | 28-QFN (ML) 6x6 mm - same | 28-QFN (ML) 6x6 mm - same | 28-QFN (ML) 6x6 mm - same | 28-QFN (ML) 6x6 mm - same | 28-QFN (ML) 6x6 mm - same |
| Core | 8-bit PIC16 enhanced mid-range | 8-bit PIC16 enhanced mid-range | 8-bit PIC16 enhanced mid-range | 8-bit PIC16 enhanced mid-range | 8-bit PIC16 enhanced mid-range | 8-bit PIC16 enhanced mid-range |
| CPU Speed (Max) | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz |
| Flash Program Memory | 7 KB (4K x 14) | 7 KB | 7 KB | 14 KB | 28 KB | 14 KB |
| RAM | 512 B | 512 B | 512 B | 512 B | 1 KB | 1 KB |
| Operating Voltage | 1.8 V to 3.6 V (LF) | 1.8 V to 3.6 V | 2.3 V to 5.5 V | 1.8 V to 3.6 V | 1.8 V to 3.6 V | 1.8 V to 5.5 V |
| On-Chip Op-Amps | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 (no analog op-amps) |
| On-Chip 8-bit DAC | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 (different peripheral map) |
| ADC Channels | 17 (10-bit) | 17 (10-bit) | 17 (10-bit) | 17 (10-bit) | 17 (10-bit) | 12 (10-bit) |
| EEPROM | 256 B | 256 B | 256 B | 256 B | 256 B | 256 B |
Key Differentiators
- Largest on-chip analog integration in PIC16LF171x 28-QFN family (vs PIC16F1825-I/ML)
- Lower minimum operating voltage than F-variant (vs PIC16F1713T-I/ML)
- Same 28-QFN footprint with scalable Flash density (vs PIC16LF1714T-I/ML / PIC16LF1716T-I/ML)
- Core Independent Peripherals (CIP) reduce CPU wake frequency (vs PIC16LF1554T-I/ST (lower-cost PIC16LF1x))
Design Notes
Estimated: At 32 MHz active, VDD=3.3V, the PIC16LF1713T-I/ML draws approximately 4-6 mA active current per the Microchip PIC16LF1713 datasheet. Sleep current is below 100 nA in deep-sleep mode with WDT disabled. For battery-powered designs, place a 0.1µF ceramic decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of each VDD pin (pins 8 and 20) and a single 10µF bulk capacitor on the supply rail. The exposed thermal pad of the 28-QFN package MUST be soldered to a PCB ground plane for both electrical reference and thermal dissipation - do not leave it floating, or the internal bandgap reference may drift.
The 28-QFN (ML) package has 0.5 mm pitch leads and a 4x4 mm exposed pad. Use NSMD (non-solder mask defined) pads with at least 0.1 mm mask expansion to reduce solder-ball and tombstoning risk. Route the analog signals (RA0/RA1 op-amp pins, ADC channels) on a separate analog ground island tied to the main ground at a single point near the QFN thermal pad. Keep digital traces away from the analog pins. The ICSP programming pins (RB6/ICSPCLK and RB7/ICSPDAT) must be accessible on the PCB - add a 2x3 0.1" header or test pads for in-circuit programming and debugging with PICkit 4 or MPLAB Snap.
Do not connect VDD directly to a coin cell without a series inductor or large capacitor for inrush control - the PIC16LF1713T-I/ML may see >1A transient when waking from deep sleep with regulator stabilization required. Always configure the Configuration bits (CONFIG1) to enable the internal LFINTOSC and disable the MCLR pin if not used (RA3/!MCLR) to avoid spurious resets. When migrating code from PIC16F1713 to PIC16LF1713T-I/ML, verify all VDD assumptions - the LF variant browns out at ~1.8V versus 2.1V for the F variant, so any code that delays during brown-out must be retuned.
For SPI communications above 4 MHz, keep SCK/SDI/SDO traces short and length-matched to avoid setup/hold violations on the slave side. Add a 10kΩ pull-up on MCLR (RA3) if it is enabled in CONFIG1 - otherwise the pin floats and may trigger spurious resets in noisy environments. The I2C SCL/SDA pins (RC3/RC4) require external pull-ups (typically 2.2kΩ–10kΩ depending on bus speed and capacitance) - the PIC16LF1713T-I/ML internal weak pull-ups are too weak for reliable Fast-Mode Plus (1 MHz) I2C.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per Microchip product specifications and distributor product pages. Industrial temperature grade (-40°C to +85°C) - not AEC-Q100 qualified for automotive applications; for AEC-Q100, specify PIC16LF1713T-I/MLVAO automotive part variants.
