Microchip Technology's PIC18F04Q41-E/SL is a microcontroller unit (MCU) that belongs to the PIC18F series. This MCU is designed for a wide range of applications, including industrial control, automotive systems, and consumer electronics.
Description:
The PIC18F04Q41-E/SL is a 40-pin, 8-bit flash microcontroller with a 16-bit data bus. It features a high-performance core with a clock speed of up to 40 MIPS (million instructions per second). The device includes a variety of on-chip peripherals, such as a UART for serial communication, an SPI interface for high-speed data transfer, and an I2C interface for low-speed communication.
Features:
- 40-pin package with a wide operating voltage range (2V to 5.5V)
- 8-bit flash memory with up to 32KB of program memory
- 16-bit data bus for faster data processing
- High-performance core with up to 40 MIPS clock speed
- On-chip peripherals, including UART, SPI, and I2C interfaces
- Up to 256 bytes of EEPROM memory for non-volatile data storage
- Up to 2KB of SRAM for temporary data storage
- 8-channel, 10-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC)
- 3-channel, 8-bit pulse-width modulator (PWM)
- Enhanced in-circuit serial programming (ICSP) for easy programming and debugging
Applications:
- Industrial control systems for motor control, sensor interfacing, and data acquisition
- Automotive systems, such as body control modules, engine management systems, and infotainment systems
- Consumer electronics, including home appliances, smart devices, and portable gadgets
- Medical devices for patient monitoring, diagnostics, and therapeutic equipment
- Telecommunication systems for data transmission and signal processing
- Security systems for access control, surveillance, and alarm systems
- Renewable energy systems for monitoring and control of solar panels, wind turbines, and energy storage systems
The PIC18F04Q41-E/SL's versatility, high performance, and extensive feature set make it a popular choice for a wide range of embedded systems and applications.