Microchip Technology's PIC18F1320-I/SO is a microcontroller unit (MCU) that belongs to the PIC18 series. It is a mid-range, high-performance, 8-bit microcontroller with enhanced features and peripherals. The PIC18F1320-I/SO is designed for a wide range of embedded control applications, offering a balance between processing power, memory, and peripheral integration.
Description:
The PIC18F1320-I/SO is a 40-pin integrated circuit (IC) that features a high-performance core with an instruction cycle time of only 200 nanoseconds (typical) for 8-bit wide instructions. It is available in a small-outline integrated circuit (SOIC) package, making it suitable for compact and space-constrained applications.
Features:
- 8-bit microcontroller with a 16-bit wide instruction set.
- High-performance core with an instruction cycle time of 200 ns (typical) for 8-bit wide instructions.
- 8 kB of on-chip Flash program memory with the ability to support full program memory read-while-write operation.
- 256 bytes of on-chip RAM.
- 256 bytes of EEPROM memory for non-volatile data storage.
- Three 8-bit wide parallel ports with separate programmable I/O pins.
- Two 16-bit timers with up to 8 programmable outputs each, supporting PWM, capture, compare, and time accumulation modes.
- One 8-bit timer with a programmable output.
- One USART with IrDA and wakeup capabilities.
- One synchronous serial port (SPI) for communication with external devices.
- One high-speed synchronous serial port (HiSP) for communication with external devices.
- Low-power sleep modes to conserve energy during periods of inactivity.
- On-chip debugging and programming features, including ICD 3 (In-Circuit Debugger) and PICkit 3 support.
- Operates over a wide supply voltage range of 2V to 5.5V.
Applications:
The PIC18F1320-I/SO is suitable for a variety of embedded control applications due to its balance of processing power, memory, and peripheral integration. Some potential applications include:
- Industrial control systems: Programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motor control, and sensor interfacing.
- Consumer electronics: Appliance control, home automation, and portable devices.
- Automotive applications: In-vehicle infotainment systems, body control modules, and engine management systems.
- Medical devices: Patient monitoring systems, diagnostic equipment, and portable medical instruments.
- Telecommunications: Modems, routers, and other networking equipment.
- Security systems: Access control, intrusion detection, and surveillance systems.
- Data acquisition and signal processing: Measurement and control systems in various industries.
The PIC18F1320-I/SO's versatile feature set and wide supply voltage range make it a popular choice for designers looking for a reliable and cost-effective solution for their embedded control applications.