The PIC18LF4550T-I/PT 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 applications, including industrial control, automotive, and consumer electronics.
Description:
The PIC18LF4550T-I/PT is a high-performance, 8-bit, flash microcontroller with a rich set of integrated peripherals, including USB, UART, SPI, and I2C interfaces. It features a 40MHz maximum CPU clock frequency and is available in a 28-pin QFN package.
Features:
- 8-bit microcontroller with enhanced mid-range core
- Up to 128KB of flash memory for program storage
- 8KB of RAM (including 4KB of EEPROM)
- USB functionality with integrated transceiver and on-chip termination resistors
- UART, SPI, and I2C communication interfaces
- 10-bit ADC with up to 20 channels
- Up to 40 GPIO pins with various input/output options
- On-chip debugging and programming capabilities with ICD 3
- Operates on a wide voltage range (2V to 5.5V)
- Low-power modes to conserve energy
Applications:
- Industrial control systems: The PIC18LF4550T-I/PT can be used in motor control, sensor interfacing, and data acquisition applications.
- Automotive applications: It can be utilized in various automotive systems, such as body control modules, instrument clusters, and infotainment systems.
- Consumer electronics: The microcontroller is suitable for applications like smart home devices, portable electronics, and wearable devices.
- Medical devices: The PIC18LF4550T-I/PT can be used in medical equipment for data processing, monitoring, and control.
- Communication devices: It can be employed in designing modems, routers, and other communication equipment due to its integrated USB and serial communication interfaces.
- Human Interface Devices (HID): The microcontroller can be used in designing USB-based HIDs, such as keyboards, mice, and game controllers.
The PIC18LF4550T-I/PT is a versatile and powerful microcontroller that can be used in a wide range of applications, thanks to its extensive feature set and high-performance capabilities.