PIC16LF727-E/MV - 14KB Flash 8-bit MCU | Microchip | UFQFN-40
MPN: PIC16LF727-E/MV ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2.85 | $2.85 |
| 10 | $2.55 | $25.50 |
| 100 | $2.21 | $221.00 |
| 500 | $1.92 | $960.00 |
| 1,000 | $1.68 | $1,680.00 |
PIC16LF727-E/MV Overview
An 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a programmable integrated circuit that executes instructions fetched from embedded non-volatile program memory and operates on data stored in working RAM. PIC microcontrollers use a RISC-style Harvard architecture with separate program and data buses, enabling single-cycle instruction execution. Microcontrollers (MCUs) sit hierarchically below microprocessors in the embedded system tree because they integrate CPU, memory, peripherals, and sometimes analog blocks on a single die, allowing complete subsystem control without external companion chips.
Key features of the PIC16LF727 include the nanoWatt XLP technology for ultra-low-power sleep currents (down to the tens of nA range), integrated ADC, PWM, comparators, USART/MSSP (I2C/SPI) communication peripherals, and wide operating voltage range suited to battery-powered applications. The exposed-pad UFQFN-40 package provides low thermal resistance and a compact 5x5 mm-class footprint for portable designs.
The architecture is based on Microchip's enhanced mid-range 14-bit instruction core with self-programmable Flash, providing flexible in-field firmware updates. The internal 16 MHz-31 kHz oscillator block eliminates external crystals for timing-insensitive applications, while an external oscillator interface remains available for precision timing.
Typical applications include industrial control nodes, IoT sensor endpoints, battery-powered remote controls, low-cost consumer appliances, and motor-control interface boards. The wide operating temperature range (industrial -40C to +125C) and nanoWatt power profile make it suitable for energy-harvesting designs and remote monitoring.
Design consideration: the UFQFN exposed pad must be soldered to a sufficient copper pour (preferably with thermal vias) for both electrical ground reference and heat dissipation; an unconnected EP will compromise power dissipation and may trigger thermal shutdown under higher CPU loads.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, pin-compatible alternatives, and practical design notes beyond the manufacturer datasheet summary, helping engineers select, source, and integrate the PIC16LF727-E/MV efficiently.
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View Datasheet →PIC16LF727-E/MV Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Program Memory Size | 14 KB (8K x 14) |
| RAM Size | 368 x 8 bytes |
| Number of I/O | 36 |
| CPU Speed | 20 MHz |
| Oscillator Type | Internal |
| Package / Case | 40-UFQFN Exposed Pad |
| Core | PIC 8-bit (enhanced mid-range) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +125C (industrial) |
| Low-Power Technology | nanoWatt XLP |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Packaging | Tube |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC16LF727-E/MV Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RE3/MCLR — Input/output/Master Clear (reset) |
| Pin 2 | RA0 — PORTA bit 0 (I/O) |
| Pin 3 | RA1 — PORTA bit 1 (I/O) |
| Pin 4 | RA2 — PORTA bit 2 (I/O) |
| Pin 5 | RA3 — PORTA bit 3 (I/O) |
| Pin 6 | RA4 — PORTA bit 4 (I/O) |
| Pin 7 | RA5 — PORTA bit 5 (I/O) |
| Pin 8 | RA6 — PORTA bit 6 (I/O/OSC2) |
| Pin 9 | RA7 — PORTA bit 7 (I/O/OSC1) |
| Pin 10 | VDD — Positive supply voltage |
| Pin 11 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 12 | RB0 — PORTB bit 0 (I/O) |
| Pin 13 | RB1 — PORTB bit 1 (I/O) |
| Pin 14 | RB2 — PORTB bit 2 (I/O) |
| Pin 15 | RB3 — PORTB bit 3 (I/O) |
| Pin 16 | RB4 — PORTB bit 4 (I/O) |
| Pin 17 | RB5 — PORTB bit 5 (I/O) |
| Pin 18 | RB6 — PORTB bit 6 (I/O/ICSPCLK) |
| Pin 19 | RB7 — PORTB bit 7 (I/O/ICSPDAT) |
| Pin 20 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 21 | RC0 — PORTC bit 0 (I/O) |
| Pin 22 | RC1 — PORTC bit 1 (I/O) |
| Pin 23 | RC2 — PORTC bit 2 (I/O) |
| Pin 24 | RC3 — PORTC bit 3 (I/O) |
| Pin 25 | RC4 — PORTC bit 4 (I/O) |
| Pin 26 | RC5 — PORTC bit 5 (I/O) |
| Pin 27 | RC6 — PORTC bit 6 (I/O/TX/CK) |
| Pin 28 | RC7 — PORTC bit 7 (I/O/RX/DT) |
| Pin 29 | RD0 — PORTD bit 0 (I/O) |
| Pin 30 | RD1 — PORTD bit 1 (I/O) |
| Pin 31 | RD2 — PORTD bit 2 (I/O) |
| Pin 32 | RD3 — PORTD bit 3 (I/O) |
| Pin 33 | RD4 — PORTD bit 4 (I/O) |
| Pin 34 | RD5 — PORTD bit 5 (I/O) |
| Pin 35 | RD6 — PORTD bit 6 (I/O) |
| Pin 36 | RD7 — PORTD bit 7 (I/O) |
| Pin 37 | RE0 — PORTE bit 0 (I/O) |
| Pin 38 | RE1 — PORTE bit 1 (I/O) |
| Pin 39 | RE2 — PORTE bit 2 (I/O) |
| Pin 40 | VSS — Ground reference |
Typical Applications
PIC16LF727-E/MV is suitable for 7 applications: Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Nodes, Industrial Control Interface Boards, Low-Cost Consumer Appliance Controllers, Remote Control Transmitters, Motor Control Interface Boards, Energy-Harvesting Wireless Switches, Automotive Interior Accessories.
Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Nodes
The PIC16LF727-E/MV suits battery-powered IoT sensor nodes where its nanoWatt XLP sleep currents in the tens of nanoampere range extend coin-cell battery life from months to years. The 14 KB Flash holds typical sensor-fusion firmware while 368 bytes RAM is sufficient for buffering sensor reads. The 36 I/O pins multiplex ADC channels for temperature, humidity, and motion sensors, plus PWM for actuator control. The internal 16 MHz-31 kHz oscillator eliminates external crystals, reducing BOM cost and PCB area for space-constrained wireless sensor designs.
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Industrial Control Interface Boards
In industrial control interfaces, the PIC16LF727-E/MV's 36 I/O pins drive LEDs, keypads, relay coils, and opto-isolated communication lines for PLCs and HMI panels. The 20 MHz CPU executes protocol parsing and debouncing logic in real time, while the extended -40C to +125C temperature range tolerates factory-floor thermal stress. PWM outputs control motor speeds or solenoid valves, and the MSSP peripheral implements I2C/SPI buses to communicate with industrial sensor front-ends.
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Low-Cost Consumer Appliance Controllers
Small kitchen and personal-care appliances use the PIC16LF727-E/MV as the main controller for user-interface buttons, display segments, and load switching. The 14 KB Flash accommodates user-menu logic, while the nanoWatt XLP idle mode reduces standby power below regulatory limits for energy-star appliances. Internal oscillator saves the cost of an external resonator, and 36 I/O pins drive seven-segment displays, triac interfaces, and buzzer outputs directly.
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Remote Control Transmitters
Handheld remote controls benefit from the PIC16LF727-E/MV's nanoWatt XLP sleep modes that extend battery life across years of standby. The 14 KB Flash holds multiple device protocols, button de-bounce state machines, and IR or RF transmission routines. The 36 I/O pins interface to key matrices and status LEDs, while the 20 MHz CPU generates accurate carrier frequencies for IR transmissions. Surface-mount UFQFN packaging suits slim, ergonomic enclosures.
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Motor Control Interface Boards
Stepper and brushed-DC motor control interface boards leverage the PIC16LF727-E/MV's PWM channels for variable-speed drives and its ADC inputs for current sensing and back-EMF monitoring. The 20 MHz CPU executes PID control loops at sufficient sample rates for low-RPM positioning systems. The extended temperature range supports under-hood automotive and industrial cabinet installations where thermal stress is significant.
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Energy-Harvesting Wireless Switches
Wireless light switches and kinetic-energy-harvesting devices operate from the PIC16LF727-E/MV's nanoWatt XLP sleep mode which draws only tens of nanoamperes, allowing operation from harvested pulse energy. The 36 I/O pins interface to energy-harvesting transducers and wireless transmitter enable lines. Self-programmable Flash supports over-the-air firmware updates during manufacturing line configuration. Industrial temperature range suits outdoor installations.
Recommended
Automotive Interior Accessories
In non-safety automotive interior modules such as ambient lighting controllers, mirror adjusters, and seat-position memory modules, the PIC16LF727-E/MV provides sufficient Flash, RAM, and PWM outputs. Its -40C to +125C operating range meets automotive cabin thermal specifications. While not AEC-Q100 qualified for safety-critical applications, it is widely used in comfort and convenience subsystems where cost optimization is the priority.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC16F727-E/MV | PIC16LF727-I/MV | PIC16LF727T-I/MV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 40-UFQFN (MV) | 40-UFQFN (MV) - same | 40-UFQFN (MV) - same | 40-UFQFN (MV) - same |
| Program Memory | 14 KB Flash | 14 KB Flash | 14 KB Flash | 14 KB Flash |
| RAM Size | 368 bytes | 368 bytes | 368 bytes | 368 bytes |
| Number of I/O | 36 | 36 | 36 | 36 |
| CPU Speed | 20 MHz | 20 MHz | 20 MHz | 20 MHz |
| Voltage Range | LF (low-voltage wide VDD) | F (standard VDD, narrower range) | LF (same as this part) | LF (same as this part) |
| Temperature Grade | E (-40C to +125C extended) | E (-40C to +125C extended) | I (-40C to +85C industrial) | I (-40C to +85C industrial) |
| Packaging | Tube | Tube / Tray | Tube / Tray | Tape & Reel |
Key Differentiators
- True same-package LF family member for industrial designs (vs PIC16F727-E/MV)
- Extended -40C to +125C temperature range (vs PIC16LF727-I/MV)
- Tube packaging for low-volume prototyping (vs PIC16LF727T-I/MV)
Design Notes
The 40-pin UFQFN package exposes a thermal pad on the underside that must be soldered to a PCB copper pour of at least the package's pad footprint, preferably with multiple thermal vias to inner ground planes. Estimated thermal resistance theta_JA for a properly soldered UFQFN-40 is approximately 30-40 C/W depending on PCB copper area. An unconnected exposed pad will compromise both electrical ground reference and thermal dissipation.
Decouple VDD with a 100 nF ceramic capacitor placed within 5 mm of each VDD pin, plus a bulk 10 uF tantalum or ceramic capacitor near the supply entry. The PIC16LF727-E/MV's nanoWatt XLP sleep mode requires clean VDD ramps; an RC delay on MCLR may be needed if power rise time exceeds datasheet limits. Estimated total decoupling budget: 4 x 100 nF + 1 x 10 uF for a 40-pin UFQFN design.
Route the ICSPDAT and ICSPCLK pins (RB7/RB6) away from high-current switching traces to prevent programming glitches during in-circuit serial programming. Place the external crystal or resonator within 5 mm of OSC1/OSC2 if used. Keep ADC analog traces short and guarded with digital ground to minimize digital switching noise coupling into analog measurements.
Common pitfalls when designing with the PIC16LF727-E/MV include: forgetting to configure unused I/O pins as outputs (floating inputs draw current and may trigger spurious interrupts); exceeding VDD maximum during in-circuit programming; neglecting to set the configuration bits for the internal oscillator before first power-up (the device will appear dead without proper CONFIG settings); and not enabling the watchdog timer for unattended industrial applications.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - this part targets industrial and consumer applications, not automotive safety-critical systems. Lead-free packaging confirmed.
