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PIC16F18326-E/JQ

MCHPPIC16F18326-E/JQ

Microchip Technology
PIC PIC® XLP™ 16F, Functional Safety (FuSa) Microcontroller IC 8-Bit 32MHz 28KB (16K x 14) FLASH 16-UQFN (4x4)
Active389 in stock

Overview

The PIC16F18326-E/JQ is a versatile 8-bit microcontroller from Microchip Technology designed for high-reliability and low-power environments. Part of the PIC16 family, this device integrates 28KB of Flash memory and functional safety features within a compact 16-pin UQFN package. It is optimized for ultra-low power consumption with XLP technology, making it suitable for battery-operated industrial and automotive sensors.

Why Choose This Part

This MCU offers an excellent balance of memory and peripheral integration, including a 16-level hardware stack and DMA support for efficient data handling. Its XLP architecture enables extremely low power states, while the Functional Safety (FuSa) readiness simplifies compliance in regulated designs.

Applications

Functional Safety Monitors
Utilizes hardware features to support safety-critical systems in industrial and automotive environments.
Battery-Powered Sensors
Leverages XLP technology and a 40nA sleep current for long-term remote monitoring applications.
Smart Lighting Controllers
Uses integrated PWM and ADC channels for precise LED dimming and environmental light sensing.
I/O Expansion and Housekeeping
Manages low-level system tasks and communication bridging via I2C, SPI, and UART interfaces.

Key Specifications

Speed 32MHz
RAM Size 2K x 8
Core Size 8-Bit
EEPROM Size 256 x 8
Peripherals Brown-out Detect/Reset, POR, PWM, WDT
Connectivity I2C, LINbus, SPI, UART/USART
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Number of I/O 12
Core Processor PIC
Package / Case 16-UQFN Exposed Pad
Data Converters A/D 11x10b; D/A 1x5b
Oscillator Type Internal
Program Memory Size 28KB (16K x 14)
Program Memory Type FLASH
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 125degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 16-UQFN (4x4)
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 2.3V ~ 5.5V

Getting Started

Development is supported by the MPLAB X IDE and the XC8 C Compiler. For hardware evaluation, the MPLAB Curiosity Nano series or the PIC16F18346 Curiosity Development Board provides a rapid prototyping platform. Firmware configuration can be streamlined using the MPLAB Code Configurator (MCC) tool.

Part of PIC16 family » PIC16F1832

PIC16F1832 Family

Comparing specs that differ across variants. The current part is highlighted.

Part Number RAM Package Flash Temp Range Stock
PIC16F18326-E/JQ (this part) 2K UQFN-16 28KB -40degC ~ 125degC .. 389
PIC16F18326-E/SL 2K SOIC-14 28KB -40degC ~ 125degC .. 712
PIC16F18326-I/JQ 2K UQFN-16 28KB -40degC ~ 85degC (.. 1,975
PIC16F18324-I/SL 512 x 8 SOIC-14 7KB -40degC ~ 85degC (.. 42
PIC16F18323-I/JQ 256 x 8 UQFN-16 3.5K -40degC ~ 85degC (.. 1,837
PIC16F18326-I/SL 2K SOIC-14 28KB -40degC ~ 85degC (.. 2,869
PIC16F18323-I/ST 256 x 8 TSSOP-14 3.5K -40degC ~ 85degC (.. 8,265

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