The Microchip Technology PIC18F4525-I/ML is a high-performance, 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) that belongs to the PIC18F series. It is designed for a wide range of embedded control applications, offering a combination of features that make it suitable for various industries.
Description:
The PIC18F4525-I/ML is a flash-based, mid-range MCU featuring a 40MHz maximum CPU clock frequency and 128KB of Flash program memory. It is available in a 28-pin, surface-mount, small-outline integrated circuit (SOIC) package. This microcontroller is designed for ease of use and offers a range of features that make it suitable for a variety of applications.
Features:
- 40MHz maximum CPU clock frequency
- 128KB Flash program memory
- 1536 bytes of RAM
- 256 bytes of EEPROM
- 32 GPIO (General Purpose Input/Output) pins
- 33MHz peripheral bus clock
- On-chip debugging and programming with ICD 2 and 3 support
- Up to 8 10-bit ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter) channels
- 3x 16-bit timers/counters with capture/compare/PWM functions
- USART (Universal Synchronous/Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter) for serial communication
- SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) and I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) interfaces for communication with external devices
- On-chip oscillator with PLL (Phase-Locked Loop) for enhanced clock frequency
- Low-power sleep modes to conserve energy
- Enhanced mid-range core with increased code execution speed and reduced instruction set
- In-circuit serial programming (ICSP) and debugging support
Applications:
The PIC18F4525-I/ML is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its versatile feature set and high performance. Some common applications include:
- Industrial control systems: Programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motor control, and sensor interfacing
- Consumer electronics: Home appliances, gaming consoles, and smart devices
- Automotive systems: Engine management, body control modules, and infotainment systems
- Medical devices: Patient monitoring equipment, diagnostic tools, and portable medical instruments
- Telecommunications: Modems, routers, and other network equipment
- Security systems: Access control, surveillance cameras, and alarm systems
- Renewable energy systems: Solar panel control, battery management, and energy monitoring
- IoT (Internet of Things) devices: Smart home automation, wearables, and remote monitoring systems
The PIC18F4525-I/ML's combination of processing power, memory, and peripheral interfaces make it a popular choice for engineers and developers looking to create efficient, reliable, and cost-effective embedded systems.