Microchip Technology PIC18F45K20-I/PT

Microchip Technology PIC18F45K20-I/PT Environmental and export classification status description

of PIC18F45K20-I/PT The PIC18F45K20 is a 8-bit microcontroller from Microchip Technology, belonging to the PIC18 family. It features a 16-bit instruction set, on-chip flash memory, EEPROM, RAM, and various integrated peripherals. This microcontroller is particularly suited for embedded applications due to its rich feature set and optimized performance. Functions - Microcontroller Core: 8-bit architecture with a 10-bit ADC. - Memory: - Flash memory: Up to 64 KB - RAM: 3.8 KB - EEPROM: 256 bytes - Operating Voltage: From 2.0V to 5.5V - Speed: Operates up to 40 MHz (max instruction cycle frequency of 10 MHz) - I/O Ports: 39 general purpose I/O pins. - Peripherals: Includes timers, serial communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), an analog-to-digital converter, and comparators. Applications - Embedded Systems: Ideal for consumer electronics, automotive applications, and industrial control. - Data Acquisition: Use in systems requiring analog signal processing or data conversion. - Sensor Interface: Can interface with various sensors and actuators. - Control Systems: Suitable for motor control and robotic applications. - Communication Systems: Acts as a controller for communication protocols. Alternative Parts Some alternative microcontrollers to the PIC18F45K20 may include: - PIC18F46K22: A variant with additional Flash memory and features. - Microchip dsPIC33 series: A digital signal controller for more complex processing tasks. - Atmel/Microchip ATmega series: A family of 8-bit microcontrollers with similar applications. Embedded Modules - Development Boards: The PIC18F45K20 is often used in development boards such as the Microchip Explorer 16 and PICkit series for ease of programming and prototyping. - Embedded Development Kits: Kits like the PIC18 development board from Microchip include various peripherals and support libraries to facilitate development. Related Q&A 1. Q: What is the maximum operating frequency of the PIC18F45K20? A: The maximum operating frequency is 40 MHz, which corresponds to a maximum instruction cycle frequency of 10 MHz. 2. Q: How much flash memory does the PIC18F45K20 have? A: The PIC18F45K20 has 64 KB of flash memory for storing programs. 3. Q: Can the PIC18F45K20 interface with external sensors? A: Yes, it can interface with external sensors using its ADC and various communication protocols like I2C, SPI, and UART. 4. Q: What is the operating voltage range for the PIC18F45K20? A: The PIC18F45K20 operates within a voltage range of 2.0V to 5.5V. 5. Q: What are some typical applications for the PIC18F45K20? A: Typical applications include embedded control systems, data acquisition, sensor interfacing, communication systems, and consumer electronics.