Microchip Technology's PIC16C58B-04/P is a mid-range, 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) that is part of the PIC16CxxB series. It is designed for a wide range of applications, including industrial control, automotive systems, and consumer electronics.
Description:
The PIC16C58B-04/P features a rich set of integrated peripherals and a versatile instruction set that allows for efficient and cost-effective embedded system development. It is based on the enhanced mid-range core, which provides high performance and low power consumption.
Key Features:
- Enhanced mid-range core with increased performance and low power consumption.
- 8-bit architecture with a wide operating voltage range (2.0V to 5.5V).
- 2.5K words of Flash program memory with read-while-write capability.
- 128 bytes of RAM.
- 128 bytes of EEPROM memory for non-volatile data storage.
- 35 general-purpose I/O (GPIO) pins with various digital and analog input/output options.
- 8-channel, 8-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with optional 4-channel differential mode.
- Two 8-bit timer/counters with various modes, including 8-bit PWM.
- One watchdog timer with separate oscillator for system reset.
- Low-voltage programming, in-circuit serial programming (ICSP), and SPI compatibility for easy programming and communication.
- Active-high reset input.
- Brown-out reset (BOR) with programmable threshold.
- Power-on timer (POT) for stable power-up.
- On-chip oscillator with external clock input option.
- Sleep and idle modes for low-power operation.
Applications:
The PIC16C58B-04/P is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its versatile features and capabilities. Some common applications include:
- Industrial control systems: Programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motor control, and sensor interfacing.
- Automotive systems: Engine management, power window control, and anti-lock braking systems (ABS).
- Consumer electronics: Appliance control, home automation, and portable devices.
- Telecommunication systems: Modems, voiceband signal processing, and line-powered devices.
- Medical equipment: Patient monitoring, diagnostic devices, and portable medical instruments.
- Security systems: Access control, intrusion detection, and alarm systems.
- Data acquisition and signal processing: Measurement and control systems in various industries.
The PIC16C58B-04/P's combination of performance, low power consumption, and a wide range of integrated peripherals make it an ideal choice for developers looking to create efficient and reliable embedded systems across various applications.