PIC16LF1787T-I/MV - 8-bit MCU 32MHz 14KB Flash | Microchip
MPN: PIC16LF1787T-I/MV ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $2.95 | $2.95 |
| 10 | $2.66 | $26.60 |
| 100 | $2.37 | $237.00 |
| 500 | $2.13 | $1,065.00 |
| 1,000 | $1.91 | $1,910.00 |
PIC16LF1787T-I/MV Overview
An 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer built around an 8-bit data path that integrates CPU, Flash, RAM, EEPROM, and peripherals. The PIC16 family occupies the mid-range PIC segment, sitting above baseline (PIC10/PIC12/PIC16F5x) and below the PIC18/dsPIC families. MCU -> PIC16 family -> PIC16LF178x sub-family -> PIC16LF1787 specific device, with the "LF" suffix and "nWLP/XLP" branding indicating Microchip's nanoWatt eXtreme Low Power technology for sleep currents in the sub-uA range.
Key features include 8 K x 14 Flash (14 KB), 1 KB RAM, 256 B EEPROM, the afore-mentioned 12-bit ADC and 8-bit DAC, OPAmp modules, three PSMC channels providing flexible PWM with programmable frequency, duty cycle, and dead-band control, plus standard peripherals (CCP, EUSART, I2C, SPI, comparators). Connectivity is I2C/SPI/UART on 35 I/O pins. Supply voltage spans 1.8 V to 3.6 V (LF "low-voltage/frequency" part).
Designers should note the UQFN-EP exposed pad must be soldered to the PCB ground plane for thermal dissipation; operating temperature range is -40 °C to +85 °C (industrial, "I" suffix). The PSMC peripheral differentiates this MCU from standard CCP timers by allowing digital feedback control of PWM frequency and pulse begin/end times. When migrating firmware, the PSMC registers and trigger sources differ from dsPIC PWM modules - check the
Note: datasheet for register maps and the "Migrating from PIC16F1787" application note (refer to manufacturer documentation).
Typical applications include LED lighting drivers (using PSMC for high-resolution dimming), Switch-mode power supply controllers, motor control (brushed DC up to 1.5 A drive via the integrated OPAmp + PSMC), battery-powered IoT sensor nodes (nWLP/XLP sleep modes), and small appliance control panels. The wide Vdd range and integrated analog make it a strong fit for mixed-signal designs that need to minimize external components.
When designing with this device, the LF variant requires the 32 MHz internal oscillator to be used carefully - check the factory calibration value in the OSCTUNE register for temperature compensation. Total I/O count is 35 across a 40-pin package; the remaining pins are dedicated to Vdd/Vss and the EP. Plan pin allocation early, especially when assigning analog functions (AN0-ANxx) and the dedicated OPAmp input pins.
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Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with PIC16LF1787T-I/MV (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Program Memory (Flash), ADC, Core Architecture, Package, Operational Amplifiers.
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PIC16LF1787T-I/MV Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | 8-bit PIC RISC |
| Family | PIC16LF178x (PIC16F1787 core, low-voltage "LF" variant) |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 14 KB (8 K x 14 words) |
| Data RAM | 1 KB |
| EEPROM | 256 bytes |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 32 MHz |
| Supply Voltage (Vdd) | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| Number of I/O Pins | 35 |
| ADC | 12-bit |
| DAC | 8-bit |
| Operational Amplifiers | Yes (integrated OPAmp modules) |
| PSMC Channels | 3 (Programmable Switch Mode Controller) |
| Communication Interfaces | I2C, SPI, EUSART (UART) |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +85 °C (Industrial, "I") |
| Package | 40-pin UQFN-EP, 5x5 mm |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Low-Power Technology | nanoWatt XLP (nWXLP) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC16LF1787T-I/MV Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RA0/AN0/C1IN0-/DAC/OPA1IN+ — PORTA bit 0 / Analog input / Comparator input / DAC output / OPAmp1 input |
| Pin 2 | RA1/AN1/C1IN1- — PORTA bit 1 / Analog input 1 / Comparator input |
| Pin 3 | RA2/AN2 — PORTA bit 2 / Analog input 2 |
| Pin 4 | RA3/AN3/C1IN1+ — PORTA bit 3 / Analog input 3 / Comparator non-inverting input |
| Pin 5 | RA4/AN4/C2OUT — PORTA bit 4 / Analog input 4 / Comparator 2 output |
| Pin 6 | RA5/AN5 — PORTA bit 5 / Analog input 5 |
| Pin 7 | RA6 — PORTA bit 6 |
| Pin 8 | RA7 — PORTA bit 7 |
| Pin 9 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 10 | VDD — Positive supply (1.8 V to 3.6 V) |
| Pin 11 | RB0/INT — PORTB bit 0 / External interrupt |
| Pin 12 | RB1 — PORTB bit 1 |
| Pin 13 | RB2 — PORTB bit 2 |
| Pin 14 | RB3 — PORTB bit 3 |
| Pin 15 | RB4 — PORTB bit 4 |
| Pin 16 | RB5 — PORTB bit 5 |
| Pin 17 | RB6/ICSPCLK — PORTB bit 6 / ICSP clock |
| Pin 18 | RB7/ICSPDAT — PORTB bit 7 / ICSP data |
| Pin 19 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 20 | VDD — Positive supply |
| Pin 21 | RC0 — PORTC bit 0 |
| Pin 22 | RC1 — PORTC bit 1 |
| Pin 23 | RC2 — PORTC bit 2 |
| Pin 24 | RC3 — PORTC bit 3 |
| Pin 25 | RC4 — PORTC bit 4 |
| Pin 26 | RC5 — PORTC bit 5 |
| Pin 27 | RC6 — PORTC bit 6 |
| Pin 28 | RC7 — PORTC bit 7 |
| Pin 29 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 30 | VDD — Positive supply |
| Pin 31 | RD0 — PORTD bit 0 |
| Pin 32 | RD1 — PORTD bit 1 |
| Pin 33 | RD2 — PORTD bit 2 |
| Pin 34 | RD3 — PORTD bit 3 |
| Pin 35 | RD4 — PORTD bit 4 |
| Pin 36 | RD5 — PORTD bit 5 |
| Pin 37 | RD6 — PORTD bit 6 |
| Pin 38 | RD7 — PORTD bit 7 |
| Pin 39 | RE0 — PORTE bit 0 |
| Pin 40 | RE1 — PORTE bit 1 |
| Pin EP | EP — Exposed thermal pad - must be soldered to grounded copper pour |
Typical Applications
PIC16LF1787T-I/MV is suitable for 6 applications: LED Lighting Driver with PSMC Dimming, Switch-Mode Power Supply (SMPS) Controller, Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node, Small Appliance Control Board (Coffee Machine, Mixer), Closed-Loop Sensor Conditioning Hub, Automotive Interior Lighting/Mirror Module.
LED Lighting Driver with PSMC Dimming
The PIC16LF1787T-I/MV's three PSMC channels drive high-resolution PWM dimming of LED strings, replacing an external PWM controller IC. The 32 MHz core and 12-bit ADC enable closed-loop current control at >200 kHz PWM frequencies, which eliminates audible flicker in constant-current LED drivers. Running from 1.8 V-3.6 V, this device fits battery and USB-powered LED lamps, and the nanoWatt XLP sleep modes reduce standby current below 1 uA to meet stringent energy-star standby budgets when the lamp is off.
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Switch-Mode Power Supply (SMPS) Controller
The PIC16LF1787T-I/MV delivers full SMPS functionality with its three PSMC channels, providing programmable frequency, duty cycle, rising/falling dead-band, and hardware fault shutdown. The integrated OPAmp modules configure as the current-sense amplifier directly, eliminating an external op-amp. The 12-bit ADC samples Vout for digital feedback regulation. This single-chip SMPS approach cuts BOM cost and PCB area in AC/DC adapters, isolated DC/DC converters, and battery chargers up to ~50 W.
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Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node
The PIC16LF1787T-I/MV runs from 1.8 V-3.6 V with nanoWatt XLP sleep current below 1 uA in doze/idle modes, making it ideal for coin-cell or 2xAA battery sensor nodes. Its 12-bit ADC reads analog sensors (temperature, light, gas) and its I2C/SPI/EUSART interfaces connect to digital sensors. Compact 5x5 mm UQFN-EP footprint minimizes PCB area for wearable or smart-home sensor tags. Combined with its 14 KB Flash, the device runs custom firmware plus protocol stacks (e.g., Modbus or proprietary RF command sets).
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Small Appliance Control Board (Coffee Machine, Mixer)
The PIC16LF1787T-I/MV's integrated OPAmp + DAC + ADC subsystems replace multiple discrete components in small appliances. The PSMC channels drive TRIAC or MOSFET gate drivers for motor speed control (low-V brushes) while CCP/EUSART control user keypads/buttons. Its wide 1.8 V-3.6 V Vdd simplifies power-rail selection in 2xAA designs, and its industrial temperature range (-40 to +85 °C) covers kitchen and garage deployments. This consolidates the BOM into a single MCU in coffee makers, blenders, and similar appliances.
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Closed-Loop Sensor Conditioning Hub
The PIC16LF1787T-I/MV integrates 12-bit ADC, 8-bit DAC, and OPAmp modules that close the loop on analog sensors, eliminating external signal-chain components. The 8-bit DAC provides offset or excitation to bridge-type sensors while the OPAmp gain-stages the signal and the ADC digitizes the result. The 35 I/O pins support multi-channel sensor matrices (e.g., 4-wire RTD, strain gauge), and EUSART provides reliable wired connectivity in factory automation or HVAC applications.
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Automotive Interior Lighting/Mirror Module
Although not AEC-Q100 qualified at this variant, the PIC16LF1787T-I/MV can be used in non-safety automotive interior subsystems like ambient lighting or rear-view mirror modules. Its PSMC channels drive RGB LEDs with smooth cross-fades and the wide Vdd range tolerates 12 V battery transients when paired with an external regulator. The compact 5x5 mm UQFN-EP footprint eases integration into slim mirror housings, and its 12-bit ADC senses ambient light to set adaptive brightness.
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Engineering reference data for PIC16LF1787T-I/MV — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC16LF1786T-I/MV | PIC16LF1784T-I/MV | PIC16LF1782T-I/MV | PIC16F1787T-I/MV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 40-pin UQFN-EP (5x5 mm) | 40-pin UQFN-EP (5x5 mm) - same | 40-pin UQFN-EP (5x5 mm) - same | 40-pin UQFN-EP (5x5 mm) - same | 40-pin UQFN-EP (5x5 mm) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Flash Memory | 14 KB | 14 KB (full size variant of family) | 7 KB | 3.5 KB | 14 KB |
| Data RAM | 1 KB | 1 KB | 512 B | 256 B | 1 KB |
| EEPROM | 256 B | 256 B | 256 B | 256 B | 256 B |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz |
| Supply Voltage (Vdd) | 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 5.5 V |
| I/O Pins | 35 | 35 | 35 | 35 | 35 |
| PSMC Channels | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Low-Power Technology | nanoWatt XLP | nanoWatt XLP | nanoWatt XLP | nanoWatt XLP | nanoWatt XLP (XLP family branding) |
Key Differentiators
- Three PSMC channels with programmable dead-band and fault shutdown (vs PIC16LF1786T-I/MV)
- Integrated OPAmp + 8-bit DAC + 12-bit ADC reduces external components (vs PIC16LF18857)
- Wide Vdd 1.8 V to 3.6 V matches battery-powered designs (vs PIC16F1787T-I/MV)
Design Notes
The 40-pin UQFN-EP package's exposed thermal pad MUST be soldered to a grounded copper pour (minimum 1 square inch of 1 oz copper on the top layer) to meet the device's thermal envelope. Without the EP soldered, the junction-to-ambient thermal resistance (theta_JA) rises dramatically and the silicon die can overheat even at moderate ambient loads. Use thermal vias under the EP to inner/ground layers for additional heat spreading; this is critical when running full CPU speed at 32 MHz with active peripherals.
Place the bulk Vdd decoupling capacitor (4.7 uF or 10 uF ceramic) within 5 mm of the Vdd pins and a 100 nF ceramic cap within 2 mm of each Vdd pin. The PIC16LF1787 has multiple Vdd/Vss pairs around the package - each pair needs its own bypass capacitor. Route analog signals (ANx, DAC, OPAmp inputs) far from high-current digital traces and from the PSMC PWM outputs to avoid analog coupling. Place the ICSP clock/data (RB6/RB7) on dedicated test pads if you plan to use in-circuit programming.
When migrating firmware across the PIC16LF178x family (1787 -> 1786 -> 1784 -> 1782), be aware that the Flash map and RAM allocation are different; re-validate linker scripts against the target device's data sheet, not just the family overview. Also confirm the 32 MHz internal oscillator's OSCTUNE factory calibration is within the device's operating range - LF parts have a different calibration profile than F parts. Finally, the PSMC module's output polarity, dead-band, and fault-shutdown behavior differ from generic dsPIC PWM; check the PIC16L(F)1787 datasheet (DS40001874D) PSMC section before re-using code from another MCU.
Compliance Information
RoHS and lead-free per Microchip's UQFN family. Not AEC-Q100 qualified; for automotive applications requiring qualification, contact Microchip for PIC16LF1787T-QML or use a different AEC-Q100 qualified PIC16 variant. REACH SVHC status should be confirmed per the latest Microchip declaration.
