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PIC16F1574-I/P

MCHPPIC16F1574-I/P

Microchip Technology
PIC PIC® 16F Microcontroller IC 8-Bit 32MHz 7KB (4K x 14) FLASH 14-PDIP
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Overview

The PIC16F1574-I/P is an 8-bit microcontroller from Microchip Technology featuring a 32MHz clock speed and 7KB of Flash memory. Housed in a 14-pin PDIP package, it includes four 16-bit PWMs with independent timers, making it particularly well-suited for high-resolution drive and control applications.

Why Choose This Part

This MCU offers high-resolution 16-bit PWMs which are uncommon in small 14-pin packages, allowing for precise signal generation. Its Enhanced Mid-Range core provides efficient execution at 32MHz while maintaining low power consumption in sleep modes.

Applications

LED Lighting Control
Utilizing the 16-bit PWM modules for precise dimming and color mixing in architectural or automotive interior lighting.
Closed-Loop Fan Control
Implementing PID control loops for thermal management using the internal 10-bit ADC and high-resolution PWM outputs.
Education and Prototyping
The 14-pin through-hole PDIP package is ideal for breadboarding and teaching embedded systems fundamentals.
LIN Bus Nodes
Acting as a local interconnect network slave for simple automotive or industrial control nodes.

Key Specifications

Speed 32MHz
RAM Size 512 x 8
Core Size 8-Bit
Peripherals Brown-out Detect/Reset, POR, PWM, WDT
Connectivity LINbus, UART/USART
Mounting Type Through Hole
Number of I/O 12
Core Processor PIC
Package / Case 14-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm)
Data Converters A/D 8x10b; D/A 1x5b
Oscillator Type Internal
Program Memory Size 7KB (4K x 14)
Program Memory Type FLASH
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 14-PDIP
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 2.3V ~ 5.5V

Getting Started

Developers can use the MPLAB X IDE and the XC8 C Compiler for firmware development. Hardware debugging and programming are supported via the In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP) interface using tools like the MPLAB PICkit 4 or Snap.

Also Consider

PIC16F1824-I/P MCHPMicrochip Technology - Offers an integrated I2C/SPI port (MSSP) which is absent on the 1574 if digital sensor interfacing is required.