PIC16F1513-E/SS

Microcontrollers Overview

The PIC16F1513-E/SS is an 8-bit microcontroller from the PIC16(L)F151x family, manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features a high-performance RISC CPU with up to 7 Kbytes of linear Flash program memory and 256 bytes of SRAM data memory. The device supports operating speeds up to 20 MHz at 2.5V and includes a flexible oscillator structure with a 16 MHz internal block. Key peripherals include a 10-bit ADC with 17 channels, Enhanced Universal Synchronous Asynchronous Receiver Transmitter (EUSART), Master Synchronous Serial Port (MSSP) supporting SPI and I²C, and multiple timers. It operates within a voltage range of 2.3V to 5.5V and is housed in a 28-pin SSOP package.

Microcontrollers Feature Summary

• Features a high-performance RISC CPU architecture optimized for C compilers with only 49 instructions.
• Includes a 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) with up to 17 channels and hardware capacitive voltage divider support.
• Provides flexible oscillator options including a factory-calibrated 16 MHz internal oscillator and external crystal modes up to 20 MHz.
• Integrates communication modules such as EUSART, MSSP (SPI/I²C), and two Capture/Compare/PWM (CCP) modules.

Microcontrollers Applications

• Industrial control systems requiring robust interrupt handling and code protection.
• Battery-powered devices utilizing extreme low-power management and sleep modes.
• Communication interfaces compatible with RS-232, RS-485, and LIN protocols via EUSART.
• Applications requiring precise analog signal acquisition using the 10-bit ADC and voltage reference.

Microcontrollers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix '-E/SS' corresponds to the Extended temperature range (-40°C to +125°C) and SSOP-28 package configuration. Confirm that the 'PIC16F' designation indicates standard voltage operation (2.3V-5.5V) rather than the low-voltage 'PIC16LF' variant. Ensure compatibility with In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP) requirements if used during development or manufacturing.

Microcontrollers Selection Notes

Select this component when 7 Kbytes of program memory and 256 bytes of RAM are sufficient for the application logic. Choose the PIC16F1513 over the PIC16F1512 specifically for the doubled data memory capacity. Consider the SSOP-28 package for surface-mount assembly needs. Verify that the 20 MHz maximum clock speed meets the real-time processing requirements of the target system.

Microcontrollers Part Context

This device belongs to the PIC16(L)F151x series of 28-pin Flash microcontrollers featuring nanoWatt XLP technology. It shares architectural similarities with other members like the PIC16F1512 but offers increased memory resources. The family is designed for general-purpose embedded applications requiring a balance of performance, peripheral richness, and power efficiency.

Microcontrollers Replacement Considerations

The PIC16F1512-E/SS is a pin-compatible alternative within the same family but contains reduced memory (2 Kbytes Flash, 128 Bytes RAM). Ensure software modifications are made if upgrading from or downgrading to the PIC16F1512 due to memory constraints.