PIC24FV08KM101-I/P - 8KB Flash 16-bit XLP MCU | Microchip | PDIP-20
MPN: PIC24FV08KM101-I/P ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3.1 | $3.10 |
| 10 | $2.78 | $27.80 |
| 100 | $2.34 | $234.00 |
| 500 | $2.05 | $1,025.00 |
| 1,000 | $1.82 | $1,820.00 |
PIC24FV08KM101-I/P Overview
PIC microcontrollers are 16-bit RISC Harvard-architecture devices from Microchip Technology that target low-power, deterministic real-time embedded applications. The PIC24FV family specifically addresses nanoWatt XLP designs - parts engineered for years of battery life through aggressive sleep-mode current minimization. Within Microchip's portfolio, PIC24FV bridges 8-bit PIC16/PIC18 simplicity with dsPIC33 digital signal processing, offering C-friendly programming with 16-bit wide datapath, hardware multiply/divide, and deterministic interrupt latency.
Typical applications for the PIC24FV08KM101-I/P include IoT edge sensor nodes, battery-powered handheld instrumentation, consumer appliances, HVAC controls, and low-cost motor control where the CCP/PWM modules can drive MOSFET half-bridges or LED strings. The wide 2.0V-5.5V operating window and analog-rich peripherals make it suitable for mixed-signal front-end designs.
Key design considerations: ensure decoupling capacitors (100nF plus 10uF bulk) are placed within 6mm of VDD/VSS pins, route the analog AVdd/AVss pair with a ferrite bead or pi-filter from digital VDD for clean ADC readings, and verify that the chosen programming/debug header (typically 5-pin ICSP) does not conflict with GPIO assignments on the lower pin-count packages.
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View Datasheet →PIC24FV08KM101-I/P Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | PIC24F (16-bit RISC Harvard) |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 8 KB (2.75K x 24 words) |
| Data RAM | 1 KB (1024 bytes) |
| Data EEPROM | 512 bytes |
| CPU Speed (Max) | 32 MIPS (32 MHz) |
| Operating Voltage Range | 2.0 V to 5.5 V |
| I/O Pins | 17 |
| A/D Converter | 12-bit, up to 16 channels |
| Comparators | 3 analog comparators |
| Timers | Three 16-bit timers |
| PWM / CCP Modules | CCP and SCCP modules |
| Configurable Logic Cell | Yes |
| Communication Interfaces | UART, SPI, I2C |
| Oscillator | 32 MHz internal; 32 kHz secondary |
| Power-Saving Modes | Run, Doze, Idle, Sleep (nanoWatt XLP) |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial) |
| Package | 20-pin PDIP (P) |
| Mounting Type | Through-Hole |
| Programming/Debug | ICSP and ICD |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC24FV08KM101-I/P Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | MCLR — Master Clear (Reset) input, active low; also ICSP programming voltage input |
| Pin 2 | RA0 — Port A bit 0; analog AN0, comparators, and VREF+ |
| Pin 3 | RA1 — Port A bit 1; analog AN1 and comparator reference |
| Pin 4 | RB0 — Port B bit 0; AN2 / PGD (ICSP data) |
| Pin 5 | RB1 — Port B bit 1; AN3 / PGC (ICSP clock) |
| Pin 6 | RB2 — Port B bit 2; AN4 and alternate CCP |
| Pin 7 | RB3 — Port B bit 3; AN5 and alternate CCP |
| Pin 8 | RB4 — Port B bit 4; AN6 / SDA1 (I2C data) |
| Pin 9 | RB5 — Port B bit 5; AN7 / SCL1 (I2C clock) |
| Pin 10 | RB6 — Port B bit 6; AN8 / PGC alt / ICSPCLK |
| Pin 11 | RB7 — Port B bit 7; AN9 / PGD alt / ICSPDAT |
| Pin 12 | RB8 — Port B bit 8; AN10 / UART1 TX alt |
| Pin 13 | RB9 — Port B bit 9; AN11 / UART1 RX alt |
| Pin 14 | RB10 — Port B bit 10; AN12 / SPI1 clock alt |
| Pin 15 | RB11 — Port B bit 11; AN13 / SPI1 data alt |
| Pin 16 | RB12 — Port B bit 12; AN14 / SPI1 chip select alt |
| Pin 17 | RB13 — Port B bit 13; AN15 / CCP PWM output alt |
| Pin 18 | RB14 — Port B bit 14; AN16 / CVREF alt |
| Pin 19 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 20 | VDD — Positive supply input, 2.0V to 5.5V |
Typical Applications
PIC24FV08KM101-I/P is suitable for 7 applications: IoT Edge Sensor Node, Battery-Powered Handheld Instrumentation, Consumer Appliance Control, HVAC and Building Automation, Low-Cost Motor Control, LED Lighting and Signage Controllers, Medical Monitoring Accessories.
IoT Edge Sensor Node
The PIC24FV08KM101-I/P fits IoT edge sensor nodes because of its 2.0V to 5.5V operating window that supports direct connection to two AA cells, lithium coin cells, or 3.3V regulated rails. Its nanoWatt XLP Sleep current under 1 uA enables years of battery life when duty-cycling: wake on RTCC, take a sensor reading via the 12-bit ADC, transmit via UART or I2C, and return to Sleep. The 32 MHz core handles protocol framing for LoRaWAN, BLE-through-module, or sub-GHz transceivers without CPU bottlenecks, while 17 GPIO allow direct interfacing to digital sensors, buttons, and LEDs.
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Battery-Powered Handheld Instrumentation
The PIC24FV08KM101-I/P excels in battery-powered handheld instruments such as digital multimeters, infrared thermometers, and portable gas detectors. The wide 2.0V-5.5V range tolerates depleted lithium chemistries without brown-out, and the three analog comparators enable accurate battery-voltage and current-shunt measurements without an external ADC. The 12-bit ADC with up to 16 channels captures sensor inputs at 200 ksps, while the CCP/PWM modules drive LCD backlights, buzzers, or LED indicators. Hardware-level ICSP and ICD simplify firmware iteration during handheld product development cycles.
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Consumer Appliance Control
The PIC24FV08KM101-I/P suits consumer appliance control boards in washing machines, dishwashers, microwave ovens, and induction cooktops. Its 17 GPIO directly drive relays, triacs, and optocouplers, while the CCP/SCCP modules generate zero-cross-switched PWM for motor speed control and heating-element phase-angle modulation. The 32 MIPS core runs sensor-fusion and safety-interlock algorithms in real time with deterministic interrupt latency, and the nanoWatt XLP Sleep modes reduce standby power below 100 mW to meet modern energy-efficiency regulations.
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HVAC and Building Automation
The PIC24FV08KM101-I/P integrates well in HVAC zone controllers, smart thermostats, and building-automation sensor nodes. The Configurable Logic Cell (CLC) implements hardware-level interlocks and signal routing without CPU intervention, freeing the 32 MIPS core to handle Modbus, BACnet, or proprietary protocols over UART/SPI. The 12-bit ADC with 16 channels reads temperature, humidity, and pressure sensors simultaneously, while the analog comparators supervise thermistor safety limits with hardware response times under 1 us. Wide 2.0V-5.5V operation tolerates 24VAC-derived rails after rectification.
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Low-Cost Motor Control
The PIC24FV08KM101-I/P drives low-cost brushed DC and stepper motors in small pumps, fans, valves, and POS printer mechanisms. The CCP/SCCP modules output complementary PWM with programmable dead-band, suitable for H-bridge and half-bridge drivers. Hardware-level fault inputs on the comparators latch over-current events in <1 us, shutting down PWM outputs without software latency. The 17 GPIO drive direction and enable signals for bipolar stepper drivers, while the 12-bit ADC senses back-EMF for stall detection. Industrial -40C to +85C operation handles under-hood or outdoor installations.
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LED Lighting and Signage Controllers
The PIC24FV08KM101-I/P addresses LED lighting and signage applications by generating multiple PWM channels for color-mixing and dimming. Up to 5 PWM outputs from the CCP/SCCP modules drive RGBW LED strings independently, with hardware-level phase-shift to reduce in-rush current. The CLC implements logarithmic dimming curves without CPU overhead, while the 12-bit ADC monitors LED current via shunt resistors for closed-loop brightness regulation. Wide 2.0V-5.5V VCC supports both 5V (USB-powered) and 24V (commercial lighting) rails after local regulation.
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Medical Monitoring Accessories
The PIC24FV08KM101-I/P serves medical monitoring accessories such as pill-box reminders, blood-pressure cuffs, and digital thermometers. The 12-bit ADC delivers sufficient resolution for sensor readout, while the analog comparators supervise battery and charger safety limits. nanoWatt XLP Sleep currents below 1 uA enable multi-year battery life in low-duty-cycle devices. The industrial -40C to +85C temperature range supports cold-chain logistics and clinical environment storage. Note that IEC 60601-1 medical safety certification is the system integrator's responsibility, not the MCU's.
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Engineering reference data for PIC24FV08KM101-I/P — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC24FV08KM101-I/SP | PIC24F08KM101-I/P | PIC24FV16KM102-I/P | PIC24F08KM102-I/P | PIC24FV08KM101-E/P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 20-pin PDIP | 20-pin SPDIP | 20-pin PDIP | 20-pin PDIP | 20-pin PDIP | 20-pin PDIP |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Flash Memory | 8 KB | 8 KB | 8 KB | 16 KB | 16 KB | 8 KB |
| RAM | 1 KB | 1 KB | 1 KB | 2 KB | 2 KB | 1 KB |
| Operating Voltage | 2.0V to 5.5V | 2.0V to 5.5V | 2.0V to 5.5V | 2.0V to 5.5V | 2.0V to 5.5V | 2.0V to 5.5V |
| Temperature Range | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +125C |
| I/O Pins | 17 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 17 |
| Approx Unit Price (USD, qty 1) | 3.10 | 3.10 | 2.95 | 3.40 | 3.25 | 3.55 |
Key Differentiators
- Widest VDD range in the KM101 family (2.0V-5.5V) versus 2.0V-5.5V for the F variant (vs PIC24F08KM101-I/P)
- Doubled Flash (16 KB vs 8 KB) and RAM (2 KB vs 1 KB) on the same 20-pin PDIP footprint (vs PIC24FV16KM102-I/P)
- Extended -40C to +125C automotive temperature grade on same die and footprint (vs PIC24FV08KM101-E/P)
- Through-hole PDIP package for hand prototyping and breadboard use (vs PIC24FJ64GA002-I/SO)
Design Notes
Decouple VDD with a 100nF ceramic capacitor placed within 6 mm of the VDD pin (pin 20) and a 10 uF bulk capacitor on the same node. For AVdd-driven ADC accuracy, add a ferrite bead between VDD and AVdd with a separate 100nF cap within 6 mm of the AVdd pin. The PIC24FV is rated for 2.0V to 5.5V, but ADC accuracy derates below 2.5V; for ADC use, target VDD >= 2.7V or apply software gain correction.
Route the 32 MHz oscillator traces (OSC1/OSC2 if a crystal is used) as short as possible and keep them away from switching signal traces. Place the ICSP programming header (typically 5-pin: MCLR, VDD, VSS, PGD, PGC) at the board edge, in line with Microchip's ICD header pinout. Ensure MCLR has a 10 kohm pull-up to VDD; do not leave it floating. If the application is ESD-sensitive, add a TVS diode on MCLR and a 100nF cap on VDD/VSS adjacent to the ICSP connector.
Do not assume all 17 GPIO are 5V-tolerant on the analog-capable pins - consult the I/O chapter of the family datasheet before driving a 5V signal into a pin configured for analog input. For Sleep-mode operation, enable the RTCC with a low-power 32.768 kHz crystal and use Sleep+Wake rather than Idle for the lowest power. Finally, verify the silicon revision against the latest errata sheet before fab; PIC24F errata sometimes disable certain CCP/SCCP configurations.
The PIC24FV08KM101-I/P dissipates under 50 mW in typical 32 MHz operation, so no thermal management is required for the 20-pin PDIP package. However, when operating at -40C and 32 MHz simultaneously, ensure decoupling capacitors maintain ESR below 100 milliohms across the temperature range - some X7R ceramics degrade above 125C. Industrial temperature grade is -40C to +85C, sufficient for most indoor and outdoor enclosures without heatsinking.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified; the -E variant provides extended temperature but not full automotive qualification. For full AEC-Q100, contact Microchip for PIC24F automotive-grade ordering codes.
