Microchip Technology's PIC16F689T-I/SS is a microcontroller unit (MCU) that belongs to the PIC16F family. It is a flash-based, 8-bit, CMOS microcontroller with enhanced mid-range performance and features. The PIC16F689T-I/SS is designed for a wide range of applications, including industrial control, consumer electronics, and automotive systems.
Description:
The PIC16F689T-I/SS is a 28-pin, low-power, high-performance microcontroller with an integrated flash memory. It features an enhanced PIC architecture, which provides faster execution and reduced program and data memory requirements. The device is available in a surface-mount SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) package.
Key Features:
- Enhanced mid-range core with increased performance and reduced memory requirements.
- Up to 8K words (16K bytes) of flash program memory.
- Up to 368 bytes of RAM.
- 16-bit wide instruction word and separate instruction and data caches.
- Up to 15 configurable general-purpose I/O (GPIO) pins.
- On-chip debugging and programming support with in-circuit serial programming (ICSP) and debugging (ICD) capabilities.
- Low-power consumption with sleep and idle modes.
- Built-in voltage regulator and reference.
- On-chip oscillator with precision clock options.
- Enhanced CCP module for PWM and capture/compare applications.
- On-chip comparator with selectable input options.
- USART for serial communication.
- Hardware watchdog timer for system reliability.
- Multiple interrupt sources and priority levels.
Applications:
- Industrial control systems: The PIC16F689T-I/SS can be used in motor control, sensor interfacing, and process automation applications.
- Consumer electronics: The microcontroller is suitable for applications such as home appliances, gaming peripherals, and portable devices.
- Automotive systems: The PIC16F689T-I/SS can be used in automotive control modules, such as body control, engine management, and infotainment systems.
- Medical devices: The microcontroller can be employed in portable medical equipment, diagnostic tools, and patient monitoring systems.
- Communication systems: The USART feature makes it suitable for applications that require serial communication, such as data loggers and remote monitoring devices.
- Security systems: The microcontroller can be used in access control, alarm systems, and surveillance equipment.
The PIC16F689T-I/SS is a versatile and powerful microcontroller that offers a wide range of features and capabilities, making it suitable for various applications across different industries.