Microchip Technology's PIC18F4423-I/PT is a high-performance, 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) that belongs to the PIC18F series. It is specifically designed for a wide range of applications, including industrial control, automotive, and consumer electronics.
Description:
The PIC18F4423-I/PT is a flash-based, mid-range microcontroller featuring a 40MHz maximum CPU clock frequency and a 16-bit instruction set. It is available in a 40-pin package with an exposed pad for enhanced thermal performance.
Features:
- Core: Enhanced mid-range core with a 16-bit instruction set and a 40MHz maximum CPU clock frequency.
- Memory:
- 128KB of Flash program memory
- 4KB of RAM (Random Access Memory)
- 256 bytes of EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Memory)
- Input/Output (I/O): 37 digital I/O lines, including 5-volt tolerant inputs and open-drain outputs.
- Peripherals:
- 2 UARTs (Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitters) with IrDA (Infrared Data Association) support
- 1 SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface)
- 1 I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit)
- 2 CAN (Controller Area Network) 2.0B interfaces
- 3 Capture/Compare/PWM (CCP) modules
- 10-bit ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter) with up to 13 channels
- Connectivity: USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 with on-chip termination resistors and an internal USB oscillator.
- Power Management: Internal voltage regulator, power-saving sleep modes, and active-hibernate with RAM retention.
- Security: JTAG (Joint Test Action Group) and background debug mode disabled.
- Package: 40-pin PLCC (Leadless Chip Carrier) with an exposed pad.
Applications:
The PIC18F4423-I/PT is suitable for a variety of applications due to its powerful core, extensive memory, and rich set of peripherals. Some potential applications include:
- Industrial control systems: Programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motor control, and sensor interfacing.
- Automotive: Instrumentation, body control modules, and anti-lock braking systems (ABS).
- Consumer electronics: Smart appliances, gaming peripherals, and home automation systems.
- Medical devices: Patient monitoring systems, diagnostic equipment, and portable medical instruments.
- Telecommunications: Modems, voice over IP (VoIP) devices, and network routers.
- Renewable energy systems: Solar panel monitoring, wind turbine control, and energy management systems.
The PIC18F4423-I/PT's combination of performance, memory, and connectivity options make it a versatile choice for a wide range of embedded applications.