The Microchip Technology PIC16LF1824-E/ML is a low-cost, high-performance, 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) that is part of the PIC16LF series. This MCU is designed for a wide range of applications, including industrial control, consumer electronics, and automotive systems.
Description:
The PIC16LF1824-E/ML is a flash-based CMOS microcontroller that features an enhanced mid-range core with increased memory and peripherals. It is available in an 8-pin PDIP (Plastic Dual In-line Package) or SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) package.
Features:
- Enhanced mid-range core with increased performance and reduced power consumption.
- 8 KB Flash program memory with read-while-write capability.
- 256 bytes of RAM (Random Access Memory).
- 128 bytes of EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Memory) for non-volatile data storage.
- 21 GPIO (General Purpose Input/Output) pins with multiple functions.
- Three 8-bit timers, including a timer with pre-scaler and postscaler options.
- One 8-bit hardware multiplier.
- A Universal Synchronous/Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter (USART) for serial communication.
- Low-voltage programming and in-circuit debugging (ICD) support.
- Internal oscillator with a frequency range of 4 MHz to 20 MHz.
- Active high reset input.
- Power-on reset (POR) and brown-out reset (BOR) features.
Applications:
The PIC16LF1824-E/ML is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its versatile features and cost-effectiveness. Some common applications include:
- Industrial control systems: For controlling and monitoring various industrial processes, such as motor control, temperature regulation, and process automation.
- Consumer electronics: In appliances like washing machines, air conditioners, and refrigerators for controlling and monitoring various functions.
- Automotive systems: For controlling and monitoring various automotive functions, such as window control, lighting, and fuel management systems.
- Remote control systems: For wireless control of devices like garage door openers, home automation systems, and toys.
- Data acquisition and signal processing: For collecting and processing data from sensors in various applications, such as weather stations, industrial monitoring systems, and medical devices.
- Security systems: For controlling and monitoring access control systems, alarms, and surveillance cameras.
The PIC16LF1824-E/ML's combination of performance, memory, and peripherals make it an ideal choice for a wide range of applications requiring a cost-effective and reliable microcontroller solution.