The Microchip Technology PIC16LF1615-E/ST is a low-power, 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) that is part of the PIC16LF series. This MCU is designed for a wide range of applications, including industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics.
Description:
The PIC16LF1615-E/ST is a compact, high-performance MCU that features a rich set of integrated peripherals and advanced core features. It is based on the enhanced mid-range PIC architecture and operates with a wide supply voltage range, making it suitable for various power supply environments.
Features:
- Core: The PIC16LF1615-E/ST features an enhanced mid-range core with increased code execution speed and improved instruction set.
- Memory: The MCU includes 8KB of Flash program memory, 256 bytes of RAM, and 256 bytes of EEPROM data memory.
- I/O: It has 13 digital I/O pins, which can be configured as input or output, and support various functions such as interrupt-on-change, pulse-width modulation (PWM), and more.
- Peripherals: The device includes a Universal Synchronous/Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter (USART) for serial communication, a 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC), and a Comparator module.
- Clock System: The PIC16LF1615-E/ST has an internal oscillator with a precision clock output, as well as options for external clock sources.
- Power Management: The MCU offers low-power sleep modes to conserve energy during periods of inactivity.
- Security: The device features a Secure Microcontroller with protection against unauthorized code reads and writes.
- Package: The PIC16LF1615-E/ST is available in a small-outline, surface-mount package (SOIC-14).
Applications:
The PIC16LF1615-E/ST is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its low-power consumption, compact size, and versatile features. Some potential applications include:
- Industrial Control: Control and monitoring of industrial processes, such as motor control, sensor interfacing, and data acquisition.
- Automotive: In-vehicle control systems, such as window control, lighting control, and infotainment systems.
- Consumer Electronics: Appliance control, remote controls, and battery-powered devices.
- Medical Devices: Glucose meters, blood pressure monitors, and other portable medical equipment.
- Smart Home: IoT devices, home automation systems, and smart lighting control.
- Security Systems: Access control, intrusion detection, and alarm systems.
The PIC16LF1615-E/ST is a versatile and efficient MCU that can be used in various applications where low power consumption, compact size, and a wide range of integrated features are required.