PIC18F4520-I/PT is a microcontroller (MCU) from Microchip Technology's PIC18F series. It is an 8-bit Flash microcontroller with enhanced mid-range performance and features. The PIC18F4520-I/PT is designed for a wide range of applications, including industrial control, automotive systems, and consumer electronics.
Description:
The PIC18F4520-I/PT is a member of the PIC18F family, which is based on the enhanced mid-range core (EMRC) architecture. It features a high-performance CPU with a clock speed of up to 40 MIPS (million instructions per second), providing fast execution of instructions and efficient power consumption.
Features:
- 64KB Flash memory for program storage
- 4KB RAM for data storage
- 256 bytes of EEPROM for non-volatile data storage
- 35 general-purpose I/O (GPIO) pins with various input/output options
- On-chip debugging and programming capabilities
- Enhanced mid-range core (EMRC) architecture for high performance
- Three 16-bit timer/counters with capture/compare/PWM capabilities
- USART for serial communication
- SPI and I2C interfaces for communication with external devices
- On-chip oscillator with PLL for clock multiplication
- Low-power sleep modes for energy efficiency
- Enhanced CCP module for PWM and servo control
- Advanced analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with up to 10 channels
- On-chip reference voltage source for ADC
- In-circuit serial programming (ICSP) and debugging support
Applications:
The PIC18F4520-I/PT is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its versatile features and performance. Some common applications include:
- Industrial control systems: Programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motor control, and sensor interfacing.
- Automotive systems: Engine management, body control modules, and anti-lock braking systems (ABS).
- Consumer electronics: Home appliances, gaming consoles, and portable devices.
- Medical devices: Patient monitoring systems, diagnostic equipment, and portable medical instruments.
- Telecommunication systems: Modems, routers, and voice over IP (VoIP) devices.
- Data acquisition systems: Measurement and control applications in various industries.
- Robotics: Control and communication systems for robotic devices.
- Security systems: Access control, surveillance, and alarm systems.
The PIC18F4520-I/PT's combination of performance, memory, and communication interfaces makes it a versatile choice for a wide range of embedded systems and applications.