PIC16LF1716T-I/SS - 8-bit XLP MCU 14KB Flash 28-SSOP | Microchip
MPN: PIC16LF1716T-I/SS ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2.1 | $2.10 |
| 10 | $1.92 | $19.20 |
| 100 | $1.62 | $162.00 |
| 500 | $1.41 | $705.00 |
| 1,000 | $1.25 | $1,250.00 |
PIC16LF1716T-I/SS Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, program memory, working RAM, and peripherals such as timers, ADCs, and communication interfaces. Within the broader semiconductor taxonomy, MCUs sit inside the integrated circuit category as programmable logic devices. The '16F' family uses a Harvard RISC architecture with a 14-bit instruction word optimized for deterministic execution and low power, and the XLP designation targets sleep currents measured in tens of nanoamperes.
Key features include a 10-bit ADC with computation, two operational amplifiers (op amps), a 5-bit and 8-bit DAC, configurable logic cells (CLC), numerically controlled oscillator (NCO), zero-cross detect (ZCD), complementary waveform generator (CWG), and peripheral pin select (PPS). The device integrates an EUSART plus I²C and SPI for serial connectivity, plus multiple capture/compare/PWM (CCP) modules. These integrated analog building blocks eliminate external op-amp and logic ICs in many sensor-interface designs.
The architecture uses a 14-bit instruction word with a hardware stack and 32-level deep interrupt priority, allowing efficient firmware. The XLP technology enables sleep currents as low as 30 nA (typical), making the part suited for always-on sensor nodes. The 32 MHz internal oscillator provides ±1% accuracy without an external crystal in many designs, reducing BOM cost and PCB area.
Typical applications include IoT sensor nodes, battery-powered instrumentation, LED lighting controllers, low-power wireless modules, capacitive touch human-interface devices, and consumer white goods. The 28-SSOP footprint is a workhorse surface-mount package with hand-solder-friendly lead pitch and good thermal performance.
When designing, ensure the supply voltage stays within the 1.8V-3.6V LF window; if 5V tolerance is required, choose the PIC16F1716 (F-version) instead. Decouple VDD with a 100nF ceramic capacitor placed within 5 mm of the pin, and provide a 10µF bulk capacitor on the main rail.
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PIC16LF1716T-I/SS Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | 8-bit PIC16 RISC (14-bit instruction word) |
| Family | PIC® XLP™ 16F |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 14 KB (8K x 14 words) |
| Data RAM | 1 KB |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 32 MHz |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| ADC | 10-bit with computation |
| DAC | 5-bit and 8-bit |
| Op Amps | 2 internal |
| Comparators | Yes |
| Package | 28-SSOP (0.209" / 5.30 mm width) |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +85 °C (Industrial) |
| Communication Interfaces | EUSART, I²C, SPI |
| PWM / CCP | Yes (multiple CCP) |
| Special Peripherals | CLC, NCO, ZCD, CWG, PPS |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC16LF1716T-I/SS Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RA2/AN2/DAC6OUT1Z — GPIO / ADC ch2 / DAC reference output |
| Pin 2 | RA3/AN3/VREF+ — GPIO / ADC ch3 / positive voltage reference |
| Pin 3 | RA4/AN4 — GPIO / ADC ch4 |
| Pin 4 | RA5/MCLR/VPP — GPIO / Master Clear (Reset, active low) / Programming voltage |
| Pin 5 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 6 | RB0/AN12 — GPIO / ADC ch12 |
| Pin 7 | RB1/AN10 — GPIO / ADC ch10 |
| Pin 8 | RB2/AN8 — GPIO / ADC ch8 |
| Pin 9 | RB3/AN9 — GPIO / ADC ch9 |
| Pin 10 | RB4/AN11 — GPIO / ADC ch11 |
| Pin 11 | RB5/AN13 — GPIO / ADC ch13 |
| Pin 12 | RB6/PGC — GPIO / ICSP clock |
| Pin 13 | RB7/PGD — GPIO / ICSP data |
| Pin 14 | VDD — Positive supply (1.8V-3.6V) |
| Pin 15 | RA6/OSC2 — GPIO / oscillator output |
| Pin 16 | RA7/OSC1 — GPIO / oscillator input |
| Pin 17 | RC0/SOSCO — GPIO / secondary oscillator output |
| Pin 18 | RC1/SOSCI — GPIO / secondary oscillator input |
| Pin 19 | RC2 — GPIO |
| Pin 20 | RC3/SCL — GPIO / I²C clock |
| Pin 21 | RC4/SDA — GPIO / I²C data |
| Pin 22 | RC5 — GPIO |
| Pin 23 | RC6/TX/CK — GPIO / EUSART TX / clock |
| Pin 24 | RC7/RX/DT — GPIO / EUSART RX / data |
| Pin 25 | RA0/AN0 — GPIO / ADC ch0 |
| Pin 26 | RA1/AN1 — GPIO / ADC ch1 |
| Pin 27 | VSS — Ground (second pin) |
| Pin 28 | VDD — Positive supply (second pin) |
Typical Applications
PIC16LF1716T-I/SS is suitable for 6 applications: Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node, Capacitive-Touch HMI Front Panel, LED Lighting Controller, Portable Medical Monitoring Accessory, Industrial Process Sensor / Transmitter, Consumer Appliance Control Board.
Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node
The PIC16LF1716T-I/SS is purpose-built for IoT sensor nodes that sleep for seconds and wake briefly to sample and transmit. With 14KB Flash and 1KB SRAM it fits firmware for a sensor driver, calibration table, and a small BLE/Zigbee command stack; the 10-bit ADC with computation handles temperature, battery voltage, and analog front-end channels without an external ADC. XLP sleep current in the nanoamp range, paired with the 1.8V-3.6V supply window, lets a CR2032 coin cell last multiple years. The on-chip op-amps condition sensor signals directly, eliminating two external ICs. Engineers pair the MCU with a sub-GHz or BLE module using the EUSART/SPI for end-node designs that prioritize BOM cost and battery life over throughput.
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Capacitive-Touch HMI Front Panel
For capacitive-touch human-interface panels in appliances and industrial controls, the PIC16LF1716T-I/SS integrates the mTouch capacitive-sensing peripheral, configurable logic cells (CLC), and PWM CCP modules needed for both sensing and LED/buzzer feedback. The 14KB Flash fits a 12-button matrix plus slider algorithm; the 1KB RAM supports debounce and gesture buffers. The on-chip 5/8-bit DACs and op-amps can drive LED backlight current loops directly. The 32 MHz core handles touch-scan rates above 100 Hz with low-latency response, while the SSOP package remains hand-solderable for low-volume industrial control designs. PPS lets designers remap peripherals to clean up the PCB routing.
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LED Lighting Controller
The PIC16LF1716T-I/SS suits dimmable LED drivers and architectural lighting controllers because of its 10-bit ADC for light-sensor feedback, 8-bit DAC for analog dim reference, multiple PWM CCP modules for constant-current driver control, and the complementary waveform generator (CWG) for half-bridge LED driver switching. The CLC block can implement dead-time and fault handling in hardware. XLP sleep modes drop standby consumption below 100 nA for emergency-lighting and battery-backup LED fixtures. The 28-SSOP footprint fits standard 25 mm x 25 mm driver PCBs used in commercial lighting.
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Portable Medical Monitoring Accessory
For portable medical accessories such as pulse-oximeter probes, glucose-meter dongles, and wearable patches, the PIC16LF1716T-I/SS combines battery-friendly XLP operation with the integrated analog front end needed for bio-signal conditioning. The two on-chip op-amps buffer and amplify photodiode or impedance-sensor signals; the 10-bit ADC digitizes them; the DAC drives bias currents. The 32 MHz core executes oversampling algorithms in real time while keeping sleep current negligible between measurements. The 28-SSOP package is small enough for wearable form factors, and Microchip's IEC 60730 Class B firmware library helps satisfy medical safety verification. Note: production devices still require full IEC 60601 qualification at the system level.
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Industrial Process Sensor / Transmitter
In 4-20 mA loop-powered or battery-backed industrial process transmitters, the PIC16LF1716T-I/SS serves as the digital heart that digitizes bridge, RTD, or thermocouple signals, performs linearization, and drives an HART or wireless output stage. The on-chip op-amps and PGA-mode ADC simplify the analog signal chain; the ZCD detects AC line crossings for synchronous sampling; the EUSART interfaces to a HART modem. XLP sleep between transmissions keeps loop current budget within the 3.6 mA HART spec. Industrial -40 °C to +85 °C operation is supported by the I-suffix part. The 28-SSOP is robust against thermal cycling typical of process-control cabinets.
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Consumer Appliance Control Board
The PIC16LF1716T-I/SS is well suited to white-goods control boards such as coffee machines, dishwashers, and air purifiers, where it runs a small HMI, reads temperature/flow sensors, drives triac-controlled loads via zero-cross detection (ZCD), and modulates motor/valve actuation through PWM. The 14KB Flash fits state-machine firmware plus a small UI library; the integrated op-amps condition sensor outputs without external analog ICs. The 1.8V-3.6V LF supply allows direct Li-ion battery or 3.3V regulated operation. The 28-SSOP package is widely accepted in appliance manufacturing lines, and the mTouch peripheral supports capacitive buttons without mechanical switches, increasing product reliability.
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Engineering reference data for PIC16LF1716T-I/SS — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC16F1716-I/SS |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 28-SSOP | 28-SSOP (same) |
| Supply Voltage | 1.8V to 3.6V (LF) | 1.8V to 5.5V (F) |
| Flash Memory | 14 KB | 14 KB |
| RAM | 1 KB | 1 KB |
| ADC | 10-bit with computation | 10-bit with computation |
| Op Amps | 2 internal | 2 internal |
| DAC | 5-bit and 8-bit | 5-bit and 8-bit |
| Max CPU Speed | 32 MHz | 32 MHz |
| XLP Sleep Current | Ultra-low (LF optimized) | Ultra-low (XLP) |
Key Differentiators
- Ultra-low XLP (LF) supply voltage range optimized for coin-cell/energy-harvest designs (vs PIC16F1716-I/SS)
- Integrated dual op-amps and 5/8-bit DACs eliminate external analog ICs (vs PIC16F1507-I/SS)
- Configurable Logic Cells (CLC) and NCO for hardware-side state machines (vs PIC16LF1455-I/SL)
Design Notes
Decouple the PIC16LF1716T-I/SS with a 100 nF ceramic capacitor placed within 5 mm of each VDD pin (pins 14 and 28), plus a single 10 µF bulk capacitor on the main 3.3 V rail. The LF variant operates 1.8V-3.6V; do not exceed 3.6 V on VDD or you risk latch-up. For battery designs, route the coin-cell positive terminal through a ferrite bead to suppress ESD transients before the VDD decoupling network.
The 'LF' (low-voltage) and 'F' (standard) PIC16F1716 family members are pin-compatible but differ in VDD maximum: LF is 3.6 V max, F is 5.5 V max. Substituting an F-version into a design that does not constrain VDD below 3.6 V may damage the LF silicon. Always check the supply rail in production before allowing either variant. ICSP pins RB6 (PGC) and RB7 (PGD) require 4.7 kΩ pull-ups to VDD for in-circuit programming reliability.
Keep the analog AVdd/AVss path clean: place the 10-bit ADC reference decoupling capacitor directly at the VREF+ pin (RA3) and use a guard ring around sensitive analog traces. Use Microchip's Peripheral Pin Select (PPS) feature to remap digital peripherals away from analog-capable pins to reduce crosstalk in mixed-signal layouts. Route the crystal traces (RA6/OSC2 and RA7/OSC1 if used) short and symmetric with a grounded guard trace.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliance per Microchip product environmental compliance information. Not AEC-Q100 qualified; for AEC-Q100 automotive applications use a PIC16F1716-Q1 grade part from Microchip.
