The PIC18F23K20-I/SP is a microcontroller (MCU) from Microchip Technology's PIC18 series. It is designed for a wide range of applications, including industrial control, automotive, and consumer electronics.
Description:
The PIC18F23K20-I/SP is a 16-bit flash microcontroller with a rich set of integrated peripherals. It features a high-performance core with an instruction set that is optimized for code density and execution speed. The device has a wide operating voltage range, making it suitable for various power supply environments.
Features:
- Core: 8-bit CPU with 16-bit registers and instructions.
- Memory: 128KB of Flash program memory, 16KB of RAM, and 2560 bytes of EEPROM.
- Clock: Internal oscillator with a frequency range of 8 MHz to 32 MHz.
- I/O: 39 digital I/O pins, with support for interrupt-on-change, and 10-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with up to 20 channels.
- Communication: Two serial communication interfaces (USARTs), one I2C interface, and one SPI interface.
- Timers: Five timers, including an 8-bit timer, two 16-bit timers, and two 32-bit timers.
- PWM: Eight-channel PWM generator with programmable duty cycle and frequency.
- Security: Flash program memory and EEPROM are protected by a unique 128-bit ID, and the device features a secure boot mode.
- Package: The I/SP suffix indicates a surface-mount plastic package.
Applications:
- Industrial control: The PIC18F23K20-I/SP can be used in motor control, sensor interfacing, and data acquisition systems.
- Automotive: It can be employed in applications such as body control modules, power window control, and anti-lock braking systems (ABS).
- Consumer electronics: The microcontroller is suitable for applications like home appliances, gaming consoles, and portable devices.
- Medical devices: The PIC18F23K20-I/SP can be used in medical equipment for monitoring and controlling various parameters.
- Telecommunication: It can be utilized in modems, routers, and other communication devices for data processing and control.
The PIC18F23K20-I/SP is a versatile and powerful microcontroller that can be adapted to a wide range of applications, thanks to its extensive feature set and flexible architecture.