Microchip Technology's PIC18F66J55-I/PT is a high-performance microcontroller (MCU) belonging to the PIC18F66Jxx series. It is designed for a wide range of applications, including industrial control, automotive systems, and consumer electronics. Here's a brief description, features, and applications of the PIC18F66J55-I/PT:
Description:
The PIC18F66J55-I/PT is a 16-bit Flash-based microcontroller with a rich set of integrated peripherals and advanced features. It is built on Microchip's advanced 8-bit core architecture, which provides high code density and execution speed. The device is available in a 64-pin Quad Flat Package (QFN) with an industrial temperature range (-40°C to +85°C).
Features:
- Core: 8-bit, 16-bit instruction compatible CPU with a maximum clock speed of 40 MIPS.
- Memory:
- Flash Memory: 128KB (Program memory)
- RAM: 16KB (Data memory)
- EEPROM: 8KB
- Peripherals:
- 5x UARTs (Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter)
- 2x CAN (Controller Area Network) 2.0B controllers
- 1x USB (Universal Serial Bus) module with on-chip USB engine
- 1x Parallel Master Port (PMP)
- 1x SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) module
- 1x I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) module
- 3x 16-bit Timers
- 2x 8-bit Timers
- 1x Capture/Compare/PWM module with 5 outputs
- 1x ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter) with 10-bit resolution
- 1x Comparator module
- 1x CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check) module
- 1x RTCC (Real-Time Clock and Calendar)
- Enhanced CCP (Extended Comparator with PWM) module
- On-chip Debug and Programming options
- Security: Secure Microcontroller with a unique 64-bit ID and on-chip encryption options.
- Power Management: Power-saving features like Sleep, Hibernate, and Power-down modes.
Applications:
- Industrial Control: Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), motor control, and sensor interfacing.
- Automotive Systems: Engine management, body control modules, and in-vehicle networking.
- Consumer Electronics: Smart appliances, home automation systems, and portable devices.
- Medical Devices: Patient monitoring systems, medical instruments, and wearable devices.
- Telecommunications: Networking equipment, modems, and VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) devices.
- Security Systems: Access control, surveillance, and alarm systems.
The PIC18F66J55-I/PT's advanced features, extensive memory, and versatile peripherals make it suitable for a wide range of applications requiring high performance, robust communication interfaces, and secure operation.