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PIC18F16Q40-I/SS

MCHPPIC18F16Q40-I/SS

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

The PIC18F16Q40-I/SS is an 8-bit microcontroller from Microchip Technology featuring 64KB of Flash and a maximum clock speed of 64MHz. This device integrates Core Independent Peripherals (CIPs) that handle tasks without constant CPU intervention, making it highly efficient for real-time control. It is housed in a compact 20-pin SSOP package, balancing high memory density with a small PCB footprint.

Why Choose This Part

This MCU stands out due to its Core Independent Peripherals, which reduce power consumption and CPU overhead by executing tasks in hardware. With 64KB of Flash and 512 bytes of EEPROM, it offers significant memory for an 8-bit device in a 20-pin package. Integrated safety features like the Windowed Watchdog Timer (WWDT) and Brown-out Reset (BOR) enhance system reliability in noisy environments.

Applications

Intelligent Sensor Nodes
Utilizes the 12-bit ADC with computation and multiple communication interfaces to process and transmit sensor data.
Real-Time Control Systems
Leverages PWM and hardware timers to manage precise timing for lighting or power conversion tasks.
System Supervisory Circuits
Acts as a secondary monitor for larger systems, managing power-on reset and watchdog functions.
Portable Electronics
Provides 64KB of program space and 4KB of RAM for complex logic in space-constrained, battery-powered designs.

Key Specifications

Speed 64MHz
RAM Size 4K x 8
Core Size 8-Bit
EEPROM Size 512 x 8
Peripherals Brown-out Detect/Reset, POR, PWM, WDT
Connectivity I2C, SPI, UART/USART
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Number of I/O 18
Core Processor PIC
Package / Case 20-SSOP (0.209", 5.30mm Width)
Data Converters A/D 17x12b; D/A 2x8b
Oscillator Type Internal
Program Memory Size 64KB (64K x 8)
Program Memory Type FLASH
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 20-SSOP
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 1.8V ~ 5.5V

Getting Started

Development is primarily supported through Microchip MPLAB X IDE and the XC8 Compiler. Use the MPLAB Code Configurator (MCC) plugin to graphically initialize the Core Independent Peripherals and pin mappings. Hardware debugging and programming are best performed using the MPLAB PICkit 4 or the MPLAB Snap in-circuit debugger.

Part of PIC Microcontrollers family » PIC18F

PIC18F Family

Comparing specs that differ across variants. The current part is highlighted.

Part Number Flash RAM I/O Pins Package Speed ADC/DAC Stock
PIC18F16Q40-I/SS (this part) 64KB 4K 18 SSOP-20 64M A/D 17x12b; D/A 2x8b 581
PIC18F26K42-I/SO 64KB 4K 25 SOIC-28 64M A/D 24x12b; D/A 1x5b 25,499
PIC18F25Q10-I/SS 32KB 2K 25 SSOP-28 64M A/D 24x10b; D/A 1x5b 40,450
PIC18F26K83-E/SS 64KB 4K 25 SSOP-28 64M A/D 24x12b; D/A 1x5b 4,276
PIC18F46Q10-I/PT 64KB 3.53K 36 TQFP-44 64M A/D 35x10b; D/A 1x5b 2,422
PIC18F25K22-I/SS 32KB 1.5K 24 SSOP-28 64M A/D 19x10b 7,744
PIC18F25K42-E/SS 32KB 2K 25 SSOP-28 64M A/D 24x12b; D/A 1x5b 620
PIC18F25Q10-I/SO 32KB 2K 25 SOIC-28 64M A/D 24x10b; D/A 1x5b 1,745
PIC18F14K22-I/P 16KB 512 x 8 17 DIP-20 64M A/D 12x10b 1,733
PIC18F26Q84-I/SS 64KB 4K 25 SSOP-28 64M A/D 24x12b; D/A 1x8b 1,049
PIC18F26Q10-I/SS 64KB 3.53K 25 SSOP-28 64M A/D 24x10b; D/A 1x5b 1,184
PIC18F4550-I/P 32KB 2K 35 TQFP-44 48M A/D 13x10b 938
PIC18F46K22-I/P 64KB 3.8K 35 TQFP-44 64M A/D 30x10b 91,882
PIC18F46K22-I/PT 64KB 3.8K 35 TQFP-44 64M A/D 30x10b 3,535
PIC18F4550-I/PT 32KB 2K 35 TQFP-44 48M A/D 13x10b 1,941
PIC18F4520-I/P 32KB 1.5K 36 TQFP-44 40M A/D 13x10b 4,695
PIC18F45K22-I/PT 32KB 1.5K 35 TQFP-44 64M A/D 30x10b 2,240
PIC18F47K42-E/MV 128KB 8K 36 UFQFN-40 64M A/D 35x12b; D/A 1x5b 257
PIC18F47Q10-I/PT 128KB 3.53K 36 TQFP-44 64M A/D 35x10b; D/A 1x5b 429
PIC18F4620-I/P 64KB 3.8K 36 TQFP-44 40M A/D 13x10b 7,121
PIC18F45Q10-E/MPVAO 32KB 2.25K 36 VFQFN-40 64M A/D 35x10b SAR; D/.. 503

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