The Microchip Technology's PIC18F4455-I/PT is a high-performance microcontroller (MCU) that belongs to the PIC18F series. It is designed to offer a range of features and capabilities for various applications, including industrial control, automotive systems, and consumer electronics.
Description:
The PIC18F4455-I/PT is a 40-pin integrated circuit (IC) that features a 16-bit central processing unit (CPU) based on the enhanced mid-range core (MRC) architecture. It operates at a frequency of up to 40 MHz and is fabricated using a 0.18-micron CMOS process technology. The device is available in a 44-pin plastic thin quad flat package (PT).
Features:
- CPU: 16-bit CPU with enhanced mid-range core (MRC) architecture, capable of operating at up to 40 MHz.
- Memory: 128KB of Flash program memory, 4KB of RAM, and 256 bytes of EEPROM.
- Input/Output (I/O): 40 I/O pins, including 5-volt tolerant inputs, which can be used for various interfacing options.
- Communication interfaces: Two serial communication ports (USARTs) for asynchronous and synchronous communication, and one serial peripheral interface (SPI) for high-speed data communication.
- Timers: Three 16-bit timer/counters with capture and compare capabilities, suitable for PWM generation and time measurement applications.
- Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): 10-bit ADC with up to 13 channels for converting external analog signals to digital values.
- Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC): 10-bit DAC for generating analog voltage levels from digital data.
- Enhanced mid-range core peripherals (MRCM): CRC, PWM, and Capture.
- On-chip debugging and programming: In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP) and In-Circuit Debugging (ICD) capabilities.
- Power management: Low-power sleep modes to conserve energy in battery-powered applications.
Applications:
- Industrial control systems: The PIC18F4455-I/PT can be used in motor control, sensor interfacing, and data acquisition applications.
- Automotive systems: It can be utilized for engine control, body electronics, and safety systems in the automotive industry.
- Consumer electronics: The microcontroller can be employed in home appliances, gaming consoles, and multimedia devices.
- Medical equipment: It can be used for monitoring and controlling various medical devices, such as patient monitoring systems and diagnostic equipment.
- Telecommunication systems: The PIC18F4455-I/PT can be employed in modems, routers, and other communication devices.
- Renewable energy systems: It can be used in solar power systems, wind turbines, and energy management systems for efficient energy harvesting and control.
The PIC18F4455-I/PT is a versatile and powerful microcontroller that offers a wide range of features suitable for various applications. Its high-performance CPU, extensive memory, and communication interfaces make it an ideal choice for complex control systems and data processing applications.