The PIC18F46K22T-I/ML is a microcontroller (MCU) from Microchip Technology's PIC18F series. It is a member of the 8-bit PIC family and is designed for a wide range of embedded control applications.
Description:
The PIC18F46K22T-I/ML is a high-performance, 8-bit, flash-based microcontroller with a rich set of integrated peripherals. It features a 16-bit wide instruction set, which allows for faster execution of code and improved performance compared to traditional 8-bit microcontrollers. The device is available in a small-outline, 28-pin package, making it ideal for space-constrained applications.
Features:
- Core: 8-bit, 16-bit wide instruction set
- CPU Speed: Up to 40 MIPS (million instructions per second)
- Memory:
- Flash Memory: 64 KB
- RAM: 8 KB
- EEPROM: 256 bytes
- Input/Output (I/O): 22 I/O pins, with support for multiple I/O functions
- Peripherals:
- 2 UARTs (Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter)
- 2 SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) modules
- 1 I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) module
- 5-Channel, 10-bit ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter)
- 2 Comparators
- PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) channels
- Capture/Compare/PWM (CCP) modules
- Timers: 8-bit and 16-bit timers with various modes
- Enhanced USART (Universal Synchronous/Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter)
- Enhanced Program and Data Flash Memory Erase Capabilities
- Low-power modes for energy-efficient operation
- On-chip debugging and programming capabilities
Applications:
The PIC18F46K22T-I/ML is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its versatile features and compact form factor. Some potential applications include:
- Industrial control systems
- Automotive control modules
- Home appliances and smart devices
- Medical equipment
- Consumer electronics
- IoT (Internet of Things) devices
- Data acquisition and signal processing systems
- Robotics and automation systems
- Battery-powered devices
- Telecommunication systems
The PIC18F46K22T-I/ML's combination of processing power, memory, and integrated peripherals make it a versatile choice for embedded control applications requiring a compact and efficient solution.