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PIC18F13K22-I/SS

MCHPPIC18F13K22-I/SS

Microchip Technology
PIC PIC® XLP™ 18K Microcontroller IC 8-Bit 64MHz 8KB (4K x 16) FLASH 20-SSOP
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Overview

The PIC18F13K22-I/SS is a high-performance 8-bit microcontroller from Microchip's XLP (eXtreme Low Power) family, featuring 8KB of Flash and 256 bytes of RAM in a compact 20-SSOP package. It operates at speeds up to 64MHz using an internal 16MHz oscillator with a 4x PLL, balancing high-speed processing with low power consumption. This MCU includes a hardware 8x8 multiplier and essential peripherals like I2C, SPI, and UART for robust embedded communication.

Why Choose This Part

This device features a C-compiler optimized architecture and a single-cycle hardware multiplier, which significantly improves computational throughput compared to standard 8-bit MCUs. Its XLP technology reduces sleep currents to as low as 34uA, while the precision internal oscillator eliminates the need for external timing components in most designs.

Applications

Battery-Powered Remote Sensors
Utilizes XLP technology for extended battery life in wireless monitoring nodes and environmental sensors.
Handheld Portable Devices
Small 20-pin SSOP footprint and low active current make it suitable for compact consumer electronics.
Industrial Protocol Bridges
Integrated LINbus support and USART peripherals allow for cost-effective communication bridging in industrial systems.
Appliance Control Interfaces
On-chip EEPROM and hardware multipliers are ideal for managing user interfaces and motor control logic in white goods.

Key Specifications

Speed 64MHz
RAM Size 256 x 8
Core Size 8-Bit
EEPROM Size 256 x 8
Peripherals Brown-out Detect/Reset, POR, PWM, WDT
Connectivity I2C, LINbus, SPI, UART/USART
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Number of I/O 17
Core Processor PIC
Package / Case 20-SSOP (0.209", 5.30mm Width)
Data Converters A/D 12x10b
Oscillator Type Internal
Program Memory Size 8KB (4K x 16)
Program Memory Type FLASH
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 20-SSOP
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 2.3V ~ 5.5V

Getting Started

Development is supported by the MPLAB X IDE and the XC8 compiler. For hardware debugging and programming, use the MPLAB PICkit 4 or Snap in-circuit debuggers via the ICSP pins. Microchip's Code Configurator (MCC) can be used to quickly initialize the clock system and digital peripherals.

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