MCHPPIC16LF1559-I/SS

Overview

The PIC16LF1559-I/SS is an 8-bit microcontroller from Microchip's eXtreme Low Power (XLP) family, featuring an enhanced mid-range core operating at up to 32MHz. It is specifically designed for battery-operated applications requiring high-density analog integration, featuring a unique dual 10-bit ADC architecture with automated hardware CVD (Capacitive Voltage Divider) for robust touch sensing. Operating within a 1.8V to 3.6V range, it achieves ultra-low sleep currents down to 30nA.

Why Choose This Part

The primary advantage is the hardware-accelerated Capacitive Voltage Divider (CVD) module, which simplifies the implementation of touch sensors in noisy environments. Engineers benefit from the dual-ADC architecture that supports simultaneous sampling, and the XLP technology provides some of the industry's lowest power consumption figures for an 8-bit MCU.

Applications

Getting Started

To begin development, use the MPLAB X IDE and the XC8 compiler provided by Microchip. Hardware debugging and programming are supported via the MPLAB PICkit 4 or MPLAB Snap tools through the ICSP pins. For rapid prototyping, the Curiosity Development Board (DM164137) is a common platform for testing PIC16F1xxxx series features.

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