PIC18F4620-I/ML

Product Overview

Category

The PIC18F4620-I/ML belongs to the category of microcontrollers.

Use

This microcontroller is commonly used in various electronic applications that require embedded control and processing capabilities.

Characteristics

• High-performance 8-bit architecture
• Flash memory for program storage
• Integrated peripherals for versatile functionality
• Low power consumption
• Wide operating voltage range

Package

The PIC18F4620-I/ML is available in a small form factor package, known as the ML package. This package offers ease of integration into compact electronic designs.

Essence

The essence of the PIC18F4620-I/ML lies in its ability to provide efficient and reliable control and processing capabilities in a compact package.

Packaging/Quantity

The PIC18F4620-I/ML is typically packaged in reels or tubes, with a quantity of 100 units per package.

Specifications

• Microcontroller Family: PIC18
• Architecture: 8-bit
• Program Memory Size: 64 KB
• RAM Size: 3.9 KB
• Number of I/O Pins: 36
• Operating Voltage Range: 2.0V to 5.5V
• Maximum Clock Frequency: 40 MHz
• Communication Interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C
• Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) Channels: 13
• Timers/Counters: 4
• PWM Outputs: 2
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The PIC18F4620-I/ML features 44 pins, each serving a specific purpose. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. VDD - Power supply voltage
2. VSS - Ground
3. RA0 - General-purpose I/O pin
4. RA1 - General-purpose I/O pin
5. RA2 - General-purpose I/O pin
6. RA3 - General-purpose I/O pin
7. RA4 - General-purpose I/O pin
8. RA5 - General-purpose I/O pin
9. MCLR - Master Clear input
10. VREF- - Reference voltage for ADC
11. AN0 - Analog input channel 0
12. AN1 - Analog input channel 1
13. AN2 - Analog input channel 2
14. AN3 - Analog input channel 3
15. AN4 - Analog input channel 4
16. AN5 - Analog input channel 5
17. AN6 - Analog input channel 6
18. AN7 - Analog input channel 7
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. RB8 - General-purpose I/O pin
28. RB9 - General-purpose I/O pin
29. RB10 - General-purpose I/O pin
30. RB11 - General-purpose I/O pin
31. RB12 - General-purpose I/O pin
32. RB13 - General-purpose I/O pin
33. RB14 - General-purpose I/O pin
34. RB15 - General-purpose I/O pin
35. VCAP - Capacitor connection for internal voltage regulator
36. VSS - Ground

Functional Features

The PIC18F4620-I/ML offers a range of functional features, including:

• High-speed processing capabilities
• Flash memory for program storage and easy reprogramming
• Integrated peripherals such as UART, SPI, and I2C for communication
• Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) for precise analog measurements
• Timers/Counters for accurate timing and event counting
• PWM outputs for generating variable-width pulse signals
• Low power consumption modes for energy-efficient operation

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• High-performance 8-bit architecture enables efficient processing
• Versatile integrated peripherals enhance functionality
• Compact package size allows for easy integration into designs
• Wide operating voltage range accommodates various power supply options

Disadvantages

• Limited program memory size compared to higher-end microcontrollers
• Limited RAM size may restrict the complexity of applications
• Lack of advanced features found in more advanced microcontroller families

Working Principles

The PIC18F4620-I/ML operates based on the principles of digital logic and microcontroller architecture. 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 microcontroller's internal clock drives