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PIC18F46K42T-I/MV  

Microcontrollers

The Microchip Technology's PIC18F46K42T-I/MV is a high-performance microcontroller (MCU) that belongs to the PIC18F series. It is designed for a wide range of applications, including industrial control, automotive, and consumer electronics.

Description:

The PIC18F46K42T-I/MV is a 44-pin, 8-bit Flash microcontroller with a wide operating voltage range of 2.0V to 5.5V. It features a powerful 16-bit architecture, which allows for faster execution of instructions and improved performance compared to traditional 8-bit microcontrollers. The device is available in a TQFP (Thin Quad Flat Package) package and an I/MV (Industrial/Medical/Visual) temperature range, making it suitable for use in various environments.

Features:

1. 16-bit CPU with enhanced instruction set for faster execution
2. 44 I/O lines with 5-V tolerant inputs
3. Up to 128KB of Flash program memory
4. 4KB of RAM (Random Access Memory)
5. 256-byte EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Memory) for non-volatile data storage
6. Two 16-bit timer/counters with capture/compare/PWM functions
7. USB 2.0 full-speed (12 Mbps) interface with on-chip USB transceiver
8. On-chip debugging and programming support with ICD 3 (In-Circuit Debugger 3)
9. Internal oscillator with 4x PLL (Phase-Locked Loop) for higher clock frequencies
10. Low-power sleep modes to conserve energy
11. Advanced analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with up to 10 channels
12. On-chip comparators and voltage reference
13. Enhanced USART (Universal Synchronous/Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter) for serial communication
14. CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check) module for error detection
15. On-chip temperature sensor

Applications:

The PIC18F46K42T-I/MV microcontroller is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its powerful CPU, extensive communication interfaces, and versatile peripherals. Some potential applications include:

1. Industrial control systems for motor control, sensor interfacing, and process control
2. Automotive applications such as body control modules, instrument clusters, and infotainment systems
3. Consumer electronics like smart appliances, portable devices, and home automation systems
4. Medical devices for monitoring and control, such as blood glucose meters and infusion pumps
5. Visual systems for display control, image processing, and human-machine interfaces
6. Data acquisition and signal processing systems
7. Communication gateways and protocol converters
8. Security systems for access control, surveillance, and alarm management

The PIC18F46K42T-I/MV's combination of performance, flexibility, and low-power capabilities make it an excellent choice for a variety of embedded systems and applications.

PIC18F46K42T-I/MV Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for PIC18F46K42T-I/MV

Errata :

PIC18(L)F26 to 56K42 Errata      

PCN Assembly/Origin :

Lead Frame Material 17/Nov/2023      

Datasheets :

PIC18(L)F26 to 57K42 Datasheet      

Design Resources :

PIC18F46K42 Development Tool Selector      

Forum Discussions :

Programming PIC® XLP™ 18K Series Microcontrollers from Microchip Technology      

HTML Datasheet :

PIC18(L)F26 to 57K42 Datasheet      

PCN Design/Specification :

PIC18(L)F26/27/45/46/47/55/56/57K42 11/Nov/2020       PIC18(L)F26/27/45/46/47/55/56/57K42 03/Jun/2019      

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