PIC18LF45K40T-I/ML

Product Overview

Category

The PIC18LF45K40T-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
• Low power consumption
• Enhanced Flash program memory
• Integrated peripherals for versatile functionality
• Wide operating voltage range
• Robust communication interfaces

Package

The PIC18LF45K40T-I/ML is available in a small form factor package, known as a QFN (Quad Flat No-Lead) package. This package offers compactness and ease of integration into electronic systems.

Essence

The essence of the PIC18LF45K40T-I/ML lies in its ability to provide efficient and reliable control and processing capabilities in a compact and low-power package.

Packaging/Quantity

This microcontroller is typically packaged in reels or tubes, containing a specific quantity of units per package. The exact packaging and quantity may vary depending on the supplier.

Specifications

• Microcontroller Family: PIC18
• Core Size: 8-bit
• Program Memory Size: 32KB
• RAM Size: 2KB
• Number of I/O Pins: 36
• Operating Voltage Range: 1.8V to 5.5V
• Maximum Clock Speed: 64 MHz
• Communication Interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C
• Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): 10-bit, 13 channels
• Timers/Counters: Multiple timers/counters with various modes

Detailed Pin Configuration

The PIC18LF45K40T-I/ML microcontroller has a total of 36 pins. 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. RC0 - General-purpose I/O pin
11. RC1 - General-purpose I/O pin
12. RC2 - General-purpose I/O pin
13. RC3 - General-purpose I/O pin
14. RC4 - General-purpose I/O pin
15. RC5 - General-purpose I/O pin
16. RC6 - General-purpose I/O pin
17. RC7 - General-purpose I/O pin
18. OSC1 - Oscillator input
19. OSC2 - Oscillator output
20. VCAP - Capacitor connection for internal voltage regulator
21. RB0 - General-purpose I/O pin
22. RB1 - General-purpose I/O pin
23. RB2 - General-purpose I/O pin
24. RB3 - General-purpose I/O pin
25. RB4 - General-purpose I/O pin
26. RB5 - General-purpose I/O pin
27. RB6 - General-purpose I/O pin
28. RB7 - General-purpose I/O pin
29. RB8 - General-purpose I/O pin
30. RB9 - General-purpose I/O pin
31. RB10 - General-purpose I/O pin
32. RB11 - General-purpose I/O pin
33. RB12 - General-purpose I/O pin
34. RB13 - General-purpose I/O pin
35. RB14 - General-purpose I/O pin
36. RB15 - General-purpose I/O pin

Functional Features

The PIC18LF45K40T-I/ML microcontroller offers a range of functional features, including:

• Enhanced Flash program memory for storing application code
• Integrated peripherals such as UART, SPI, and I2C for communication purposes
• Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) for precise analog signal measurements
• Timers/counters for accurate timing and event counting
• General-purpose I/O pins for interfacing with external devices
• Low-power modes for energy-efficient operation

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• High-performance 8-bit architecture enables efficient processing of tasks
• Low power consumption extends battery life in portable applications
• Enhanced Flash program memory allows for flexible and easy code updates
• Wide operating voltage range provides compatibility with various power sources
• Integrated peripherals simplify system design and reduce component count

Disadvantages

• Limited program memory size may restrict the complexity of applications
• 8-bit architecture may not be suitable for computationally intensive tasks
• Lack of built-in hardware encryption may pose security concerns in certain applications

Working Principles

The PIC18LF45K40T-I/ML microcontroller operates based