The PIC16LF18855-I/MV is a microcontroller (MCU) manufactured by Microchip Technology. It belongs to the PIC16LF series, which is part of the larger PIC microcontroller family. The PIC16LF18855-I/MV is a 28-pin, low-power CMOS device that features a wide range of integrated peripherals and is designed for a variety of applications.
Description:
The PIC16LF18855-I/MV is a high-performance, 8-bit microcontroller with a 14-bit wide instruction set. It operates at a frequency of up to 20 MIPS (Million Instructions Per Second) and features 8 kB of Flash program memory, 256 bytes of RAM, and 256 bytes of EEPROM data memory. The device is designed for low-power consumption and offers multiple power-saving modes to extend battery life in portable applications.
Features:
- Core: 8-bit, 14-bit wide instruction CMOS technology.
- CPU Speed: Up to 20 MIPS.
- Memory:
- Flash Program Memory: 8 kB
- RAM: 256 bytes
- EEPROM Data Memory: 256 bytes
- Input/Output (I/O): 20 I/O pins with 5-volt tolerant inputs.
- Peripherals:
- Two 16-bit Timers with Capture/Compare/PWM options.
- USART for serial communication.
- SPI and I2C interfaces for communication with external devices.
- A-to-D Converter with up to 10 channels.
- Comparator module.
- Programable Reference Voltage module.
- Power Management: Low-power consumption with multiple power-saving modes.
- Security: In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP) and SPI/ICSP compatibility.
- Package: 28-pin PDIP (Plastic Dual In-line Package), SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit), or QFN (Quad Flat No-leads) package options.
Applications:
The PIC16LF18855-I/MV is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its versatile features and low-power consumption. Some common applications include:
- Industrial control systems and automation.
- Consumer electronics, such as appliances and portable devices.
- Automotive control systems, such as body control modules and engine management systems.
- Telecommunication systems, including modems and routers.
- Medical devices, such as portable monitoring equipment.
- Security systems, including access control and surveillance systems.
- Remote sensing and data acquisition systems.
- Battery-powered devices, where low power consumption is critical.
The PIC16LF18855-I/MV's combination of performance, memory, and integrated peripherals make it a popular choice for embedded systems designers looking for a reliable and cost-effective solution for their applications.