PIC18LF26K42-E/ML
Product Overview
Category
The PIC18LF26K42-E/ML belongs to the category of microcontrollers.
Use
This microcontroller is commonly used in various electronic devices and embedded systems for controlling and processing data.
Characteristics
- High-performance 8-bit architecture
- Low power consumption
- Enhanced core with integrated peripherals
- Wide operating voltage range
- Large program memory capacity
- Flexible input/output options
Package
The PIC18LF26K42-E/ML is available in a small form factor package, specifically the ML package.
Essence
The essence of this microcontroller lies in its ability to provide efficient and reliable control and processing capabilities for a wide range of applications.
Packaging/Quantity
The PIC18LF26K42-E/ML is typically packaged in reels or tubes, with a quantity of 250 units per reel/tube.
Specifications
- Microcontroller Family: PIC18
- Core Size: 8-bit
- Program Memory Size: 32KB
- RAM Size: 2KB
- Number of I/O Pins: 25
- Operating Voltage Range: 1.8V to 5.5V
- Maximum Speed: 64 MHz
- Data Bus Width: 8-bit
- ADC Resolution: 10-bit
- Communication Interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C
- Timers/Counters: 4 x 8-bit, 1 x 16-bit
- Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C
Detailed Pin Configuration
The PIC18LF26K42-E/ML has a total of 25 pins, each serving a specific purpose. The pin configuration is as follows:
- VDD - Power supply voltage
- RA0 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RA1 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RA2 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RA3 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RA4 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RA5 - General-purpose I/O pin
- VSS - Ground
- RC0 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RC1 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RC2 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RC3 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RC4 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RC5 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RC6 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RC7 - General-purpose I/O pin
- OSC1/CLKIN - Oscillator input
- OSC2/CLKOUT - Oscillator output
- RB0 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RB1 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RB2 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RB3 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RB4 - General-purpose I/O pin
- RB5 - General-purpose I/O pin
- MCLR/VPP - Master Clear/Voltage Programming Pin
Functional Features
The PIC18LF26K42-E/ML offers several functional features that enhance its performance and versatility:
- Enhanced Core: The microcontroller is equipped with an enhanced 8-bit core, providing improved processing capabilities.
- Integrated Peripherals: It includes various integrated peripherals such as UART, SPI, and I2C interfaces, allowing seamless communication with other devices.
- Timers/Counters: The microcontroller features multiple timers/counters for precise timing and event management.
- Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): With a 10-bit resolution ADC, it enables accurate analog signal conversion.
- Low Power Consumption: The microcontroller is designed to operate efficiently with low power consumption, making it suitable for battery-powered applications.
Advantages and Disadvantages
Advantages
- High-performance architecture enables efficient data processing.
- Wide operating voltage range allows flexibility in various applications.
- Integrated peripherals simplify system design and reduce external component count.
- Low power consumption prolongs battery life in portable devices.
- Large program memory capacity accommodates complex applications.
Disadvantages
- Limited number of I/O pins may restrict the connectivity options in some applications.
- 8-bit architecture may not be suitable for certain computationally intensive tasks.
- Availability of alternative models with different features may limit specific use cases.
Working Principles
The PIC18LF26K42-E/ML operates based on the principles of microcontroller technology. It executes instructions stored in its program memory to control and process data. The integrated peripherals facilitate communication with external devices, while the timers/counters enable precise timing and event management. The microcontroller's core architecture ensures efficient execution of instructions, allowing for reliable operation in various applications.
Detailed Application Field Plans
The PIC18LF26K42-E/ML finds application in a wide range