Microchip Technology's PIC16LF87-I/SS is a low-cost, high-performance microcontroller (MCU) that is part of the PIC16LF series. It is designed for a wide range of applications, including industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics.
Description:
The PIC16LF87-I/SS is a 14-pin, 8-bit flash microcontroller that features a rich set of integrated peripherals and a wide operating voltage range. It is built on Microchip's Flash-based CMOS technology and is compatible with the company's MPLAB X IDE and other development tools.
Features:
- Enhanced mid-range core with a clock speed of up to 20 MIPS.
- 1.024KB Flash program memory and 68KB RAM.
- 5-channel, 10-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with flexible input options.
- 2-channel, 8-bit pulse-width modulated (PWM) outputs.
- 33 general-purpose I/O (GPIO) pins with various input/output options.
- On-chip oscillator with a frequency range of 4 MHz to 32 MHz.
- Low-power sleep mode to conserve energy.
- Enhanced watchdog timer and internal clock sources.
- In-circuit serial programming (ICSP) and debugging capabilities.
- EEPROM emulation and self-programming capabilities.
Applications:
The PIC16LF87-I/SS is suitable for a variety of applications due to its low cost, high performance, and integrated peripherals. Some common applications include:
- Industrial control systems, such as motor control, temperature monitoring, and sensor interfacing.
- Automotive applications, such as body control modules, lighting control, and engine management systems.
- Consumer electronics, including appliances, home automation, and portable devices.
- Medical devices, such as monitoring equipment, diagnostic tools, and wearable devices.
- Security systems, like access control, intrusion detection, and surveillance systems.
The PIC16LF87-I/SS offers a balance of performance, power efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, making it a popular choice for a wide range of embedded applications.