PIC16F15325-I/P - 8-bit 32MHz MCU, 14KB Flash, 14-PDIP | Microchip
MPN: PIC16F15325-I/P ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1.48 | $1.48 |
| 10 | $1.32 | $13.20 |
| 100 | $1.14 | $114.00 |
| 500 | $0.98 | $490.00 |
| 1,000 | $0.86 | $860.00 |
PIC16F15325-I/P Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer containing a CPU core, program memory, RAM, and peripheral interfaces (ADC, PWM, timers, communication ports). The 8-bit PIC family uses a RISC architecture with a 14-bit instruction word optimized for deterministic real-time control. Within the embedded hierarchy, this part sits as: 8-bit MCU -> microcontroller -> embedded IC -> semiconductor. Its XLP designation places it in the ultra-low-power category, with nanoWatt sleep modes enabling years of operation from a single coin cell.
Key features of the PIC16F15325-I/P include: 1KB RAM, four 10-bit PWM modules, a comparator, a 5-bit DAC, a 10-bit ADC with computation, four Configurable Logic Cells (CLC), a Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG), two EUSART modules, and SPI/I2C interfaces. The integrated temperature sensor and Memory Access Partition (MAP) feature support data-protecting bootloader designs. The 14-PDIP package is fully through-hole compatible with hand-soldering and breadboard prototyping.
Architecturally, the part uses a Harvard RISC core with single-cycle execution at 32MHz (8 MIPS), and provides vectored interrupts, hardware multiplier, and context-saving interrupt handling. The XLP implementation includes multiple low-power modes (DOZE, IDLE, SLEEP), enabling average current draw well below 1 microamp with peripheral wake-up.
Typical applications include IoT sensor nodes, battery-powered remote controls, low-power wireless sensor transmitters, LED lighting controllers, motor control loops, and consumer appliance subsystems. The wide 2.5V-5.5V operating range simplifies direct Li-ion or 3.3V regulated system designs without external level shifters.
When designing with this device, plan pin allocation carefully: the 14-PDIP version exposes only 12 general-purpose I/O (RA0-RA5, RC0-RC5), which limits simultaneous use of multiple peripherals. Use the MPLAB X IDE with MPLAB Code Configurator (MCC) for rapid peripheral setup and verified low-power mode examples.
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Variants in this series
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PIC16F15325-I/P Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Series | PIC16F153xx (PIC® XLP™ 16F) |
| Core Architecture | 8-bit PIC RISC (Harvard) |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 14 KB (8K x 14 words) |
| Data RAM | 1 KB |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 32 MHz (8 MIPS) |
| Operating Voltage Range | 2.5V to 5.5V |
| I/O Pins | 12 (PDIP-14) |
| ADC | 10-bit, with computation |
| DAC | 5-bit |
| Comparators | 1 |
| PWM Channels | 4 |
| Configurable Logic Cells (CLC) | 4 |
| Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG) | 1 |
| EUSART | 2 |
| SPI / I2C | Yes / Yes |
| Temperature Sensor | Internal |
| Low-Power Mode | XLP (nanoWatt) |
| Package | 14-pin PDIP (P) |
| Mounting Type | Through-Hole |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +85C (Industrial, -I) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant (lead-free matte-tin finish) |
PIC16F15325-I/P Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RA3/MCLR — Digital I/O / Master Clear (reset) input |
| Pin 2 | RA5 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 3 | RA4 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 4 | RA1 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 5 | RA0 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 6 | RA2 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 7 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 8 | RA7/OSC1 — Digital I/O / crystal oscillator input |
| Pin 9 | RA6/OSC2 — Digital I/O / crystal oscillator output |
| Pin 10 | RC0 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 11 | RC1 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 12 | RC2 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 13 | RC3 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 14 | VDD — Positive supply (2.5V to 5.5V) |
Typical Applications
PIC16F15325-I/P is suitable for 6 applications: Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node, Industrial Control and Factory Automation, Consumer Appliance User Interface, Wireless Remote Control and HID, LED Lighting and Smart Bulb Controller, Automotive Accessory and Aftermarket Module.
Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node
The PIC16F15325-I/P's 14KB flash fits LoRaWAN device firmware and application stacks (typically 8-12KB) while the 1KB RAM handles small sensor buffers and protocol state machines. Its XLP nanoWatt mode drops quiescent current below 1 microamp during sleep, enabling 5+ years from a single CR2032 coin cell. The four CLC blocks implement custom sensor-trigger logic in hardware without CPU wake-up, dramatically reducing average power. The internal temperature sensor supports thermistor-free environmental monitoring. Typical deployment: soil moisture, indoor air quality, and remote asset trackers running periodic reads every 10-60 minutes. The wide 2.5V-5.5V supply range also accommodates 3.6V lithium thionyl chloride cells in harsh outdoor installations.
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Industrial Control and Factory Automation
The PIC16F15325-I/P's Complementary Waveform Generator (CWG) simplifies motor control and power switching in factory equipment, while the 10-bit ADC with computation handles sensor acquisition with averaging and oversampling in hardware. The four Configurable Logic Cells (CLC) implement deterministic interlock logic for safety circuits without software latency. Two EUSARTs bridge RS-485 and RS-232 simultaneously, while SPI/I2C connect to industrial sensors, EEPROMs, and display drivers. The 32MHz CPU at 8 MIPS provides responsive real-time control for conveyor, valve, and pump applications. Extended temperature variants (PIC16F15325-E/P) support -40C to +125C cabinet environments per industrial standards.
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Consumer Appliance User Interface
The PIC16F15325-I/P drives capacitive touch interfaces, LED indicators, and small audio feedback in consumer appliances like coffee makers, washing machines, and air purifiers. Its four PWMs generate precise LED dimming curves and motor speed profiles while the integrated 5-bit DAC produces beeper tones without external components. The 14KB flash accommodates multilingual UI state machines and BLE pairing routines. The CLC blocks debounce mechanical buttons in hardware, freeing CPU time for responsive UI updates. The 2.5V-5.5V range directly interfaces with single-cell Li-ion or USB-powered designs, simplifying BOM. The 14-PDIP package is breadboard-friendly for development and prototyping, accelerating time-to-market for consumer OEMs.
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Wireless Remote Control and HID
The PIC16F15325-I/P's XLP nanoWatt sleep current below 1 microamp makes it ideal for battery-powered remote controls lasting 5+ years on a coin cell. The internal temperature sensor detects user-handled condition (warmth threshold) for adaptive backlight control. Its 32MHz core handles BLE HID protocol stacks and responsive button scanning without lag. Four PWMs drive haptic feedback and LED indicators while two EUSARTs support both wireless module and wired debug interfaces. The CLC blocks implement hardware debouncing and wake-on-button logic, allowing the CPU to remain in deep sleep until user interaction. The 14KB flash stores multiple device profiles for universal remote applications across consumer A/V equipment.
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LED Lighting and Smart Bulb Controller
The PIC16F15325-I/P drives multi-channel LED arrays with precise PWM dimming at high resolution, supporting flicker-free 0-100% dimming curves required for tunable white and color-mixing fixtures. The integrated 5-bit DAC generates calibration reference voltages, while the 10-bit ADC reads ambient light sensors and color-temperature feedback for closed-loop lighting control. Two EUSARTs and SPI/I2C support wireless connectivity (Zigbee, BLE, Wi-Fi modules) and digital LED drivers simultaneously. The CLC blocks implement hardware-level thermal foldback and fault interlocks, protecting LEDs from over-temperature events. XLP low-power modes drop standby consumption below 30uW, meeting Energy ErP Design conservation standards for smart lighting.
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Automotive Accessory and Aftermarket Module
The PIC16F15325-I/P's 2.5V-5.5V input range handles 5V automotive rails with reverse-battery protection, while the 32MHz core runs CAN-based diagnostics and LIN protocol stacks for body electronics. The four PWMs drive mirror actuators and LED indicators, and the CWG generates complementary signals for half-bridge driver control. The temperature sensor monitors module internal temperature, triggering thermal shutdown via CLC hardware logic. Two EUSARTs allow simultaneous OBD-II diagnostics and Bluetooth accessory connectivity. For harsh automotive environments (-40C to +125C), the PIC16F15325-E/P variant maintains operation across cabin and engine-bay temperature extremes per AEC-Q100-style qualification of the PIC16F153xx family.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC16F15324-I/P | PIC16F15325-E/P | PIC16F15313-I/P | PIC16F15224-I/P | PIC18F14K22-I/P | PIC16F1455-I/P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | PDIP-14 | PDIP-14 (same) | PDIP-14 (same) | PDIP-14 (same) | PDIP-14 (same) | PDIP-14 (same) | PDIP-14 (same) |
| Flash Memory | 14 KB | 7 KB | 14 KB | 7 KB | 7 KB | 16 KB | 14 KB |
| RAM | 1 KB | 512 B | 1 KB | 256 B | 512 B | 768 B | 1 KB |
| Max CPU Speed | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 20 MHz | 64 MHz | 48 MHz |
| I/O Pins | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| CLC (Configurable Logic) | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| EUSART | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 (USB only) |
| Operating Voltage | 2.5V - 5.5V | 2.5V - 5.5V | 2.5V - 5.5V | 2.5V - 5.5V | 2.3V - 5.5V | 2.3V - 5.5V | 2.5V - 5.5V |
Key Differentiators
- Largest 14-PDIP 8-bit flash memory with full CIP suite (vs PIC16F15224-I/P)
- More EUSARTs and CLCs than lower-tier family member (vs PIC16F15313-I/P)
- XLP nanoWatt sleep current below 1 microamp (vs PIC18F14K22-I/P)
Design Notes
Decouple VDD (pin 14) with a 100nF ceramic capacitor placed within 5mm of the pin, plus a 10uF bulk capacitor on the same rail. The PIC16F15325-I/P has high-current GPIO transitions that can cause supply droop during port toggling. Place the bulk capacitor as close to pin 7 (VSS) as practical to provide a low-impedance ground return path. For battery-powered designs using XLP sleep, add a 1M-ohm pull-down on MCLR (pin 1) to prevent floating during sleep that could draw 10-100 microamps.
When using the 14-PDIP package, route RA7/OSC1 (pin 8) and RA6/OSC2 (pin 9) away from switching traces if using an external crystal. Keep crystal traces shorter than 10mm and surround them with a ground pour for noise immunity. For internal oscillator applications, these pins become general-purpose I/O and can be reassigned as RA6/RA7. The PDIP package is preferred for prototype through-hole soldering; for production, migrate to PIC16F15325-I/SL (SOIC-14) to save PCB area.
Do not leave MCLR (pin 1) floating - always tie to VDD through a 10k-ohm resistor or directly, depending on reset requirements. Floating MCLR causes erratic resets and high current draw. When migrating code from PIC16F1xxx to PIC16F15325, verify peripheral library versions: the CLC and CWG peripherals on F28 are different from F14/F15 parts and require MCC configuration updates. Additionally, ensure your configuration bits match the new device's CONFIG register layout or the part will fail to start.
Estimated: The PIC16F15325-I/P in PDIP-14 has typical active current of 2-5 mA at 32 MHz with all peripherals off, dropping below 1 uA in XLP sleep. In a sealed enclosure without airflow, junction-to-ambient thermal resistance is approximately 80-100 C/W for PDIP packages per Microchip thermal guidelines. At 5.5V and 5 mA, dissipation is ~28 mW, yielding a 2.5-3 C rise above ambient - well within the 125 C junction limit. No heatsink required for typical consumer and industrial applications.
Compliance Information
RoHS and lead-free per Microchip product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - automotive applications should consider PIC16F15325-E/P for extended temperature or specific AEC-Q100 parts. REACH compliance is standard for Microchip PIC microcontrollers per the company's environmental compliance program.
