The PIC18F26K22T-I/ML is a microcontroller unit (MCU) developed by Microchip Technology. It belongs to the PIC18F26KXXT/ML series of 8-bit Flash microcontrollers with enhanced mid-range performance and features.
Description:
The PIC18F26K22T-I/ML is a high-performance, 8-bit microcontroller featuring a 28-pin package with a wide operating voltage range (2.0V to 5.5V). It is designed for a variety of applications, including industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics.
Features:
- Enhanced mid-range core with a maximum CPU speed of 40 MIPS (million instructions per second)
- Up to 32KB of Flash program memory for storing the program code
- Up to 2KB of RAM (Random Access Memory) for data storage and manipulation
- 256 bytes of EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Memory) for non-volatile data storage
- 16-bit wide instruction and data bus for efficient data handling
- On-chip debugging and programming support with ICD 3 (In-Circuit Debugger)
- Up to 33 digital I/O (input/output) pins with optional tri-state
- On-chip peripherals, including UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter), SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface), I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit), and USB (Universal Serial Bus)
- Up to 5-channels, 10-bit ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter)
- Enhanced DMA (Direct Memory Access) controller for efficient data transfer
- Up to 4 programmable comparators with built-in voltage reference
- On-chip oscillator with PLL (Phase-Locked Loop) for system clock multiplication
- Low-power sleep modes to conserve energy during periods of inactivity
Applications:
- Industrial control systems and automation
- Automotive control modules, such as body control, engine management, and infotainment systems
- Consumer electronics, including appliances, gaming devices, and home automation systems
- Medical devices and equipment
- Communication systems, such as modems and routers
- Data acquisition and signal processing systems
- Battery-powered devices, thanks to its low-power sleep modes and energy-efficient design
The PIC18F26K22T-I/ML is a versatile and powerful microcontroller suitable for a wide range of applications, offering a balance of performance, memory, and peripheral options to meet the needs of various embedded systems.