Microchip Technology's PIC18F1330-E/SS 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, and consumer electronics.
Description:
The PIC18F1330-E/SS is a 40-pin, 8-bit flash microcontroller with a 16-bit data bus. It features a powerful Harvard architecture that allows for separate program and data memory spaces, resulting in efficient code execution. The device operates with a supply voltage range of 2.0V to 5.5V and has a maximum operating frequency of 40 MHz.
Features:
- Enhanced Mid-range Core (EMCORE) with 16-bit data bus and 8-bit instruction bus.
- Up to 128KB of Flash program memory and 4KB of RAM.
- On-chip peripherals, including UART, SPI, I2C, and Parallel Master Port (PMP).
- Up to 33 programmable I/O pins with various functions, such as analog inputs, PWM outputs, and external interrupts.
- 8-channel, 10-bit ADC with optional 16-bit resolution.
- On-chip oscillator with PLL for improved clock frequency.
- Low-power modes, including Sleep, Idle, and Hibernate, for energy efficiency.
- In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP) and In-System Programming (ISP) for easy programming and debugging.
- Enhanced EEPROM emulation for non-volatile data storage.
- On-chip debug and Stack Trace debug features for improved development and debugging.
Applications:
- Industrial control systems: The PIC18F1330-E/SS can be used in motor control, sensor interfacing, and data acquisition applications.
- Automotive applications: The MCU can be employed in automotive body control modules, such as window lift controllers, HVAC systems, and lighting control.
- Consumer electronics: The device can be utilized in home appliances, like washing machines, refrigerators, and air conditioners, for control and monitoring purposes.
- Medical devices: The PIC18F1330-E/SS can be used in portable medical equipment, such as blood glucose meters and pulse oximeters, for data processing and communication.
- Communication systems: The MCU can be employed in wireless communication devices, such as Zigbee or Bluetooth modules, for data transmission and reception.
- Security systems: The device can be used in access control systems, like door locks and alarm systems, for processing and communication.
The PIC18F1330-E/SS is a versatile and powerful MCU that can be tailored to various applications, thanks to its rich set of features and peripherals. Its low-power modes and robust performance make it an ideal choice for a wide range of embedded systems.