The PIC16LF18424-E/P is a microcontroller (MCU) manufactured by Microchip Technology. It belongs to the PIC16LF series, which is a family of low-voltage, high-performance, 8-bit CMOS microcontrollers with enhanced EEPROM data memory.
Description:
The PIC16LF18424-E/P is a 40-pin microcontroller featuring a 18.432 MHz oscillator frequency, 16 kB of EEPROM data memory, 8 kB of flash program memory, and 512 bytes of RAM. It operates on a supply voltage of 2.0V to 5.5V and has an input frequency range of 16.000 MHz ± 2%.
Features:
- Enhanced EEPROM data memory for non-volatile storage
- Flash program memory for storing the program code
- High-performance CPU core with increased instruction execution speed
- On-chip debugging and programming support with ICD (In-Circuit Debugger) and ICSP (In-Circuit Serial Programming)
- Low-power consumption with sleep and power-down modes
- On-chip peripherals such as a timer, comparator, and oscillator
- Enhanced mid-range core with additional instructions and features
- Configurable I/O ports with internal pull-ups and optional glitch filters
- On-chip reference voltage for improved analog-to-digital conversion
- Watchdog timer for system reliability
Applications:
The PIC16LF18424-E/P is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its versatile features and low-power consumption. Some potential applications include:
- Industrial control systems
- Home automation and smart home devices
- Medical equipment and monitoring systems
- Automotive control modules
- Consumer electronics, such as appliances and toys
- Data acquisition and signal processing systems
- Remote monitoring and sensing applications
- Battery-powered devices and portable electronics
- Security systems, including access control and surveillance
- Communication interfaces for various protocols
The PIC16LF18424-E/P's combination of performance, memory, and low-power capabilities make it a popular choice for embedded systems designers looking for a reliable and efficient microcontroller solution.