Microchip Technology's PIC16F88-I/SO is a microcontroller unit (MCU) that belongs to the PIC16F series. It is a mid-range device with enhanced functionality and performance, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
Description:
The PIC16F88-I/SO is a 28-pin, flash-based microcontroller featuring an enhanced low-power, high-speed PIC architecture. It is designed for ease of use and compatibility with a wide range of applications, including industrial control, automotive electronics, and consumer products.
Features:
- Enhanced mid-range core with increased performance and instruction set
- 8 KB Flash program memory with read-while-write capability
- 368 bytes of RAM
- 256 bytes of EEPROM data memory
- 16-bit wide instruction word and separate instruction and data caches
- Three 8-bit wide registers and three 16-bit wide registers
- 16-bit wide configuration words
- Internal oscillator with clock frequencies up to 20 MIPS (million instructions per second)
- On-chip debugging and programming features
- Low-power modes to conserve energy during periods of inactivity
- Enhanced watchdog timer
- Three 16-bit timer/counters with capture/compare/PWM options
- 13 single I/O lines with optional digital input buffering
- Five interrupt sources with two external interrupt pins
- Universal synchronous/asynchronous receiver/transmitter (USART) for serial communication
- 8-channel 10-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC)
- Parallel slave port (PSP) for external memory interface
- In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP) and In-System Programming (ISP) for easy programming and debugging
Applications:
The PIC16F88-I/SO 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 electronics: Engine management systems, anti-lock braking systems (ABS), and body control modules.
- Consumer electronics: Appliances, gaming devices, and home automation systems.
- Telecommunications: Modems, voice over IP (VoIP) devices, and network routers.
- Medical equipment: Patient monitoring systems, diagnostic equipment, and portable medical devices.
- Security systems: Access control, intrusion detection, and surveillance systems.
- Renewable energy systems: Solar panel control, battery management, and energy monitoring.
The PIC16F88-I/SO's combination of performance, memory, and peripheral options make it a popular choice for embedded system designers looking for a reliable and cost-effective solution.