PIC16F946-E/PT

Product Overview

Category

The PIC16F946-E/PT belongs to the category of microcontrollers.

Use

This microcontroller is commonly used in various electronic devices and embedded systems for controlling and processing data.

Characteristics

• Low power consumption
• High performance
• Small form factor
• Wide operating voltage range
• Integrated peripherals for enhanced functionality

Package

The PIC16F946-E/PT is available in a PT package, which stands for Plastic Thin Quad Flat Pack. This package offers ease of handling and compatibility with automated assembly processes.

Essence

The essence of the PIC16F946-E/PT lies in its ability to provide efficient control and processing capabilities in a compact and low-power package.

Packaging/Quantity

The PIC16F946-E/PT is typically packaged in reels or tubes, with a quantity of 250 units per reel/tube.

Specifications

• Microcontroller Architecture: 8-bit
• CPU Speed: Up to 20 MHz
• Program Memory Size: 14 KB
• RAM Size: 368 bytes
• Number of I/O Pins: 35
• ADC Channels: 12
• Timers: 4
• Communication Interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C
• Operating Voltage Range: 2.3V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The PIC16F946-E/PT has a total of 35 pins, each serving a specific purpose. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. VDD - Power supply voltage
2. RA0 - General-purpose I/O pin
3. RA1 - General-purpose I/O pin
4. RA2 - General-purpose I/O pin
5. RA3 - General-purpose I/O pin
6. RA4 - General-purpose I/O pin
7. RA5 - General-purpose I/O pin
8. MCLR - Master Clear input
9. VSS - Ground
10. RB0 - General-purpose I/O pin
11. RB1 - General-purpose I/O pin
12. RB2 - General-purpose I/O pin
13. RB3 - General-purpose I/O pin
14. RB4 - General-purpose I/O pin
15. RB5 - General-purpose I/O pin
16. RB6 - General-purpose I/O pin
17. RB7 - General-purpose I/O pin
18. RC0 - General-purpose I/O pin
19. RC1 - General-purpose I/O pin
20. RC2 - General-purpose I/O pin
21. RC3 - General-purpose I/O pin
22. RC4 - General-purpose I/O pin
23. RC5 - General-purpose I/O pin
24. RC6 - General-purpose I/O pin
25. RC7 - General-purpose I/O pin
26. OSC1 - Oscillator input
27. OSC2 - Oscillator output
28. VCAP - Capacitor connection for internal voltage regulator
29. VUSB - USB power supply
30. AN0 - Analog input channel 0
31. AN1 - Analog input channel 1
32. AN2 - Analog input channel 2
33. AN3 - Analog input channel 3
34. AVSS - Analog ground
35. AVDD - Analog power supply

Functional Features

The PIC16F946-E/PT offers a range of functional features that enhance its capabilities:

• High-speed processing: The microcontroller operates at speeds of up to 20 MHz, enabling rapid data processing.
• Integrated peripherals: It includes built-in peripherals such as UART, SPI, and I2C interfaces, allowing seamless communication with other devices.
• Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): The 12-channel ADC enables the microcontroller to convert analog signals into digital data for processing.
• Timers: The four timers provide precise timing control for various applications.
• Low power consumption: The microcontroller is designed to minimize power consumption, making it suitable for battery-powered devices.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Compact size and low power consumption make it ideal for portable and battery-powered applications.
• Integrated peripherals reduce the need for external components, simplifying circuit design.
• Wide operating voltage range allows compatibility with a variety of power sources.
• High-performance CPU enables efficient data processing.

Disadvantages

• Limited program memory size may restrict the complexity of applications.
• Limited RAM size may impose constraints on data storage and manipulation.
• Lack of advanced features found in higher-end microcontrollers.

Working Principles

The PIC16F946-E/PT operates based on the principles of a typical microcontroller. It executes instructions stored in its program memory, interacts with external devices through its I/O pins, and utilizes its integrated peripherals to perform specific tasks. The micro