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PIC18F4520-I/P

MCHPPIC18F4520-I/P

Microchip Technology
Higher-performance 8-bit PIC18 family option with more code ROM and features if you need more program space or enhanced peripherals.
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Overview

The PIC18F4520-I/P is a high-performance 8-bit microcontroller featuring Microchip nanoWatt technology for optimized power consumption. It offers 32KB of Flash memory and an extended instruction set, making it a robust choice for applications requiring more program space and enhanced peripheral sets than entry-level 8-bit devices.

Why Choose This Part

This MCU provides a significant performance boost within the 8-bit architecture by reaching speeds up to 40MHz. It features 256 bytes of dedicated EEPROM for non-volatile storage and 36 I/O pins with 25mA source/sink capability, allowing it to drive LEDs and other loads directly without additional circuitry.

Applications

Industrial Control Systems
Utilizing the 13-channel 10-bit ADC and multiple timers for monitoring and controlling industrial machinery.
Power Management
Implementing the integrated Brown-out Reset and High/Low-Voltage Detect (HLVD) for system monitoring and protection.
Communication Gateways
Using the addressable USART and I2C/SPI interfaces to bridge data between different sensor networks.
Motor Control
Leveraging the two PWM channels and 16-bit timers for precise control of DC or stepper motors.

Key Specifications

Speed 40MHz
RAM Size 1.5K x 8
Core Size 8-Bit
EEPROM Size 256 x 8
Peripherals Brown-out Detect/Reset, HLVD, POR, PWM, WDT
Connectivity I2C, SPI, UART/USART
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Number of I/O 36
Core Processor PIC
Package / Case 44-TQFP
Data Converters A/D 13x10b
Oscillator Type Internal
Program Memory Size 32KB (16K x 16)
Program Memory Type FLASH
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 44-TQFP (10x10)
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 4.2V ~ 5.5V

Getting Started

Development typically requires the MPLAB X IDE and a compiler such as XC8. For hardware debugging and programming, the MPLAB PICkit 4 or MPLAB ICD 4 is used via the In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP) interface. The 40-pin PDIP package is ideal for breadboarding or socketed prototyping.

Also Consider

ATmega328P MCHPMicrochip Technology - A popular alternative for 8-bit designs with a massive ecosystem, though it operates at a lower maximum clock frequency.
STM32G070RBT6 STMicroelectronics - A 32-bit ARM Cortex-M0+ alternative for users needing significantly more processing power and RAM in a similar pin-count range.
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