PIC16LF1459-I/ML

Product Overview

Category

The PIC16LF1459-I/ML belongs to the category of microcontrollers.

Use

This microcontroller is commonly used in various electronic devices and systems for control and processing purposes.

Characteristics

• Low power consumption
• High performance
• Small form factor
• Wide operating voltage range
• Enhanced peripheral integration

Package

The PIC16LF1459-I/ML is available in a small outline 20-pin package (ML) which is suitable for surface mount applications.

Essence

The essence of the PIC16LF1459-I/ML lies in its ability to provide efficient control and processing capabilities in a compact and low-power package.

Packaging/Quantity

The PIC16LF1459-I/ML is typically packaged in reels or tubes, with a quantity of 2500 units per reel/tube.

Specifications

• Microcontroller core: PIC16F family
• Flash program memory: 14 KB
• RAM: 512 bytes
• Operating voltage range: 1.8V to 5.5V
• Maximum operating frequency: 32 MHz
• Number of I/O pins: 18
• Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): 10-bit resolution, 12 channels
• Timers: 3 timers/counters
• Communication interfaces: USART, SPI, I2C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The PIC16LF1459-I/ML has a total of 20 pins, each serving a specific purpose. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. VDD - Power supply
2. RA5/AN4/C2OUT - General-purpose I/O / Analog input / Comparator output
3. RA4/T0CKI/C1OUT - General-purpose I/O / Timer0 clock input / Comparator output
4. RA3/AN3/VREF-/C1IN- - General-purpose I/O / Analog input / Voltage reference input / Comparator input
5. RA2/AN2/VREF+/C1IN+ - General-purpose I/O / Analog input / Voltage reference input / Comparator input
6. RA1/AN1/C2IN- - General-purpose I/O / Analog input / Comparator input
7. RA0/AN0/C2IN+ - General-purpose I/O / Analog input / Comparator input
8. VSS - Ground
9. OSC1/CLKI - Oscillator input
10. OSC2/CLKO - Oscillator output
11. RC5/T1OSO/T1CKI - General-purpose I/O / Timer1 oscillator output / Timer1 clock input
12. RC4/T1OSI - General-purpose I/O / Timer1 oscillator input
13. RC3/SCK/SCL - General-purpose I/O / SPI clock input / I2C clock input
14. RC2/SDI/SDA - General-purpose I/O / SPI data input / I2C data input/output
15. RC1/SDO - General-purpose I/O / SPI data output
16. RC0/T1CKI - General-purpose I/O / Timer1 clock input
17. RB7/PGD - General-purpose I/O / Programming/data pin
18. RB6/PGC - General-purpose I/O / Programming/clock pin
19. RB5 - General-purpose I/O
20. RB4 - General-purpose I/O

Functional Features

The PIC16LF1459-I/ML offers several functional features that enhance its performance and usability:

1. Enhanced peripheral integration: The microcontroller integrates various peripherals such as ADC, timers/counters, USART, SPI, and I2C, allowing for versatile applications.
2. Low power consumption: The microcontroller is designed to operate efficiently with minimal power consumption, making it suitable for battery-powered devices.
3. High performance: With a maximum operating frequency of 32 MHz and ample program memory, the PIC16LF1459-I/ML can handle complex tasks effectively.
4. Wide operating voltage range: The microcontroller supports an operating voltage range of 1.8V to 5.5V, providing flexibility in different power supply scenarios.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Compact size and low power consumption make it suitable for portable and battery-powered applications.
• Enhanced peripheral integration reduces the need for external components, simplifying circuit design.
• Wide operating voltage range allows for compatibility with various power supply configurations.
• High-performance capabilities enable efficient processing of complex tasks.

Disadvantages

• Limited program memory compared to higher-end microcontrollers.
• Limited number of I/O pins may restrict the connectivity options in certain applications.
• Lack of advanced features found in more specialized microcontrollers.

Working Principles

The PIC16LF1459-I/ML operates based on the principles of microcontroller architecture. It executes