Microchip Technology's PIC16LF15323-E/SL is a low-power, high-performance microcontroller (MCU) that belongs to the PIC16LF series. It is designed for a wide range of applications, including industrial and consumer electronics, automotive systems, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices.
Description:
The PIC16LF15323-E/SL is a 14-bit flash-based CMOS microcontroller with an enhanced mid-range core. It features an advanced RISC architecture with a rich instruction set, allowing for efficient code execution and reduced power consumption. The device is available in a compact 28-pin surface-mount package (E/SL suffix).
Features:
- Core: Enhanced mid-range core with a 14-bit wide instruction word and a rich instruction set.
- Memory: 16 kB of Flash program memory, 512 bytes of RAM, and 128 bytes of EEPROM.
- Clock: Internal oscillator with a frequency range of 16 MHz to 20 MHz.
- I/O: 19 digital I/O pins, including 5-volt tolerant inputs and open-drain outputs.
- Communication: Universal Synchronous/Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter (USART) for serial communication.
- Timers: Two 8-bit Timers with 8-bit and 16-bit modes, and one 10-bit Timer with 8-bit and 16-bit modes.
- ADC: 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) with up to 8 channels.
- PWM: Programmable Pulse Width Modulator (PPW) with up to 8 channels.
- Security: Enhanced security features, including a tamper detection circuit and a unique ID.
- Power: Low-power operation with sleep and idle modes to conserve energy.
Applications:
- Industrial control systems: For controlling and monitoring various industrial processes and equipment.
- Consumer electronics: In appliances like washing machines, air conditioners, and refrigerators for intelligent control and energy management.
- Automotive systems: For window control, power mirrors, and other in-vehicle applications.
- IoT devices: In smart home and industrial IoT devices for data collection, processing, and communication.
- Medical equipment: For controlling and monitoring medical devices like infusion pumps and diagnostic equipment.
- Remote control systems: In remote control devices for various applications, such as home automation and security systems.
- Data acquisition systems: For collecting and processing data from sensors in various applications, including environmental monitoring and industrial process control.
The PIC16LF15323-E/SL offers a balance of performance, power efficiency, and features, making it suitable for a wide range of applications where a compact, low-power microcontroller is required.