PIC16LF18876-E/PT

Product Overview

Category

The PIC16LF18876-E/PT belongs to the category of microcontrollers.

Use

This microcontroller is designed for various applications that require embedded control and processing capabilities.

Characteristics

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

Package

The PIC16LF18876-E/PT comes in a PT package, which stands for TQFP (Thin Quad Flat Package). This package offers a compact size and easy integration onto circuit boards.

Essence

The essence of the PIC16LF18876-E/PT lies in its ability to provide efficient and reliable control and processing capabilities in a small and low-power package.

Packaging/Quantity

The PIC16LF18876-E/PT is typically packaged in reels or tubes, with a quantity of 250 units per reel/tube.

Specifications

• Microcontroller Family: PIC16
• Core Size: 8-bit
• CPU Speed: Up to 32 MHz
• Program Memory Size: 14 KB
• RAM Size: 1.5 KB
• Number of I/O Pins: 28
• ADC Channels: 11
• Communication Interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C
• Operating Voltage Range: 1.8V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The PIC16LF18876-E/PT has a total of 28 pins, each serving a specific function. 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. VSS - Ground
9. RC0 - General-purpose I/O pin
10. RC1 - General-purpose I/O pin
11. RC2 - General-purpose I/O pin
12. RC3 - General-purpose I/O pin
13. RC4 - General-purpose I/O pin
14. RC5 - General-purpose I/O pin
15. RC6 - General-purpose I/O pin
16. RC7 - General-purpose I/O pin
17. OSC1 - Oscillator input
18. OSC2 - Oscillator output
19. RB0 - General-purpose I/O pin
20. RB1 - General-purpose I/O pin
21. RB2 - General-purpose I/O pin
22. RB3 - General-purpose I/O pin
23. RB4 - General-purpose I/O pin
24. RB5 - General-purpose I/O pin
25. RB6 - General-purpose I/O pin
26. RB7 - General-purpose I/O pin
27. MCLR - Master Clear (Reset) input
28. VDDCORE - Core voltage supply

Functional Features

The PIC16LF18876-E/PT offers a range of functional features, including:

• Enhanced Capture/Compare/PWM (ECCP) module for advanced motor control applications
• Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) for precise analog signal measurement
• Serial communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C) for data exchange with external devices
• Timer modules for accurate timing and event generation
• Low-power modes for energy-efficient operation
• Integrated EEPROM memory for non-volatile data storage
• Enhanced security features to protect sensitive information

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Low power consumption enables battery-powered applications
• High-performance capabilities for demanding tasks
• Compact size allows for integration in space-constrained designs
• Wide operating voltage range provides flexibility in power supply options
• Enhanced peripheral integration reduces the need for external components

Disadvantages

• Limited program memory size may restrict the complexity of applications
• 8-bit core may not be suitable for certain computationally intensive tasks
• Lack of built-in wireless communication modules may require additional components for wireless connectivity

Working Principles

The PIC16LF18876-E/PT operates based on the Harvard architecture, which separates program and data memory. It executes instructions stored in the program memory and manipulates data stored in the data memory. The microcontroller follows a fetch-decode-execute cycle to execute instructions sequentially.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The PIC16LF18876-E/PT finds applications in various fields, including:

1. Industrial Automation: Control systems, motor control, and monitoring devices.
2. Consumer Electronics: Home appliances, remote controls, and wearable devices.
3. Automotive: Engine control units, dashboard displays, and lighting systems.
4. Internet of Things (IoT):