Microchip Technology's PIC16F59-E/PT is a microcontroller unit (MCU) that belongs to the PIC16F series. It is a mid-range, 8-bit CMOS microcontroller with a wide range of features and applications.
Description:
The PIC16F59-E/PT is a 28-pin microcontroller that features a high-performance, enhanced mid-range core with increased memory and peripherals. It is designed for a variety of applications, including industrial control, automotive, and consumer electronics.
Features:
- Enhanced mid-range core with increased performance
- 28-pin package
- 8-bit architecture
- Up to 8K words of Flash program memory
- 256 bytes of RAM
- 128 bytes of EEPROM
- 16-bit wide instruction set
- On-chip debugging and programming
- Low-power operation
- Internal oscillator with clock frequencies up to 20 MHz
- Multiple communication interfaces, including SPI, I2C, and USART
- 5-volt tolerant inputs/outputs
- Up to 30 I/O lines
- On-chip comparators and references
- Watchdog timer and voltage reference
Applications:
- Industrial control systems
- Automotive applications, such as body control modules and engine control units
- Consumer electronics, including appliances and home automation systems
- Telecommunications equipment, such as modems and routers
- Medical devices and equipment
- Security systems, including access control and surveillance
- Data acquisition and signal processing systems
- Battery-powered devices, thanks to its low-power operation
The PIC16F59-E/PT is a versatile and powerful microcontroller that can be used in a wide range of applications, making it a popular choice for engineers and developers working on various projects. Its combination of performance, memory, and peripherals makes it suitable for both simple and complex applications.