Microchip Technology's PIC16F1516-I/SO is a low-cost, high-performance microcontroller (MCU) that is part of the PIC16F series. It is designed for a wide range of applications, including industrial control, consumer electronics, and automotive systems.
Description:
The PIC16F1516-I/SO is a 14-bit flash microcontroller with a 40-pin, 0.300" (7.62mm) SOIC package. It features an enhanced mid-range core and operates at a frequency of up to 20 MIPS. The device includes 8 kB of EEPROM, 4 kB of RAM, and 16 kB of flash program memory.
Features:
- Enhanced mid-range core with up to 20 MIPS performance
- 16 kB of flash program memory with read-while-write capability
- 4 kB of RAM and 8 kB of EEPROM
- 40-pin, 0.300" (7.62mm) SOIC package
- Up to 16 I/O ports with 5V tolerant inputs
- Two 16-bit timer/counters with 8-bit postscaler
- 8-channel, 10-bit ADC with optional negative reference input
- Program and Data EEPROM memory with password protection
- Low-power sleep and idle modes
- Internal oscillator with PLL option for higher clock frequencies
- On-chip debugging and programming support
Applications:
- Industrial control systems: The PIC16F1516-I/SO can be used in applications such as motor control, sensor interfacing, and process control.
- Consumer electronics: This MCU can be used in applications like home appliances, portable devices, and toys.
- Automotive systems: The PIC16F1516-I/SO can be used in automotive applications such as body control modules, lighting control, and power management systems.
- Medical devices: The MCU can be used in medical equipment like portable monitoring devices, diagnostic equipment, and therapeutic devices.
- Telecommunications: The PIC16F1516-I/SO can be used in applications like modems, voice over IP (VoIP) devices, and network routers.
- Security systems: The MCU can be used in applications like access control systems, intrusion detection systems, and surveillance cameras.
The PIC16F1516-I/SO offers a combination of performance, memory, and I/O capabilities, making it suitable for a wide range of applications that require a cost-effective and reliable microcontroller solution.