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PIC16F18446-I/P

MCHPPIC16F18446-I/P

Microchip Technology
Higher-pin, feature-rich PIC16 device if you need more I/O, peripherals or memory while staying in the same toolchain.
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Overview

The Microchip PIC16F18446-I/P is an 8-bit microcontroller featuring an Enhanced Mid-Range PIC core, operating at speeds up to 32 MHz. It offers a robust set of peripherals, including multiple communication interfaces, timers, and integrated safety features. This part is provided in a 20-DIP through-hole package.

Why Choose This Part

This microcontroller provides a feature-rich solution with 28KB of Flash and 2KB of RAM, offering more memory and I/O than smaller PIC16 devices. Its extensive peripheral set, including multiple communication options and advanced timers, enhances its utility for complex embedded projects. The inclusion of XLP technology enables efficient power management for battery-sensitive designs.

Applications

General-Purpose Control
Suitable for a wide range of embedded control tasks requiring moderate processing power and a good balance of peripherals.
Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI)
With its peripheral set and I/O count, it can manage buttons, LEDs, and small display interfaces for user interaction.
Small Appliance Control
Ideal for controlling functions in home appliances, leveraging its integrated peripherals for motor control, sensor interfacing, and user input.
Industrial Sensor Nodes
Can be used in industrial applications for reading sensor data, performing local processing, and communicating via EUSART, I2C, or SPI.
Automated Fixtures and Test Equipment
Its versatility allows it to serve as the control unit in custom test fixtures or small-scale automation equipment.

Key Specifications

Speed 32MHz
RAM Size 2K x 8
Core Size 8-Bit
EEPROM Size 256 x 8
Peripherals Brown-out Detect/Reset, POR, PWM, WDT
Connectivity EUSART, I2C, LINbus, MSSP, SMBus/PMBus, RS-232, RS-485, SPI, UART/USART
Mounting Type Through Hole
Number of I/O 18
Core Processor PIC
Package / Case 20-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm)
Data Converters A/D 17x12b; D/A 1x5b
Oscillator Type Internal
Program Memory Size 28KB (16K x 14)
Program Memory Type FLASH
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 125degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 20-PDIP
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 2.3V ~ 5.5V

Getting Started

Development for the PIC16F18446-I/P is supported by Microchip's MPLAB X IDE and MPLAB XC8 C Compiler. Users can get started with the Microchip Curiosity development boards or by prototyping directly on a breadboard. Debugging and programming are typically done using an in-circuit debugger/programmer like the MPLAB ICD 4 or PICkit 4.

PIC16F1844 Family

Part NumberDifferenceStock
PIC16F18446-I/SS SSOP 378

Also Consider

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