PIC16LF18324-I/P

Microcontrollers Overview

The PIC16LF18324-I/P is an 8-bit microcontroller from the PIC16(L)F183xx family, featuring a low-voltage operation range of 1.8V to 3.6V and industrial temperature support (-40°C to +85°C). It utilizes a C Compiler Optimized RISC architecture with a maximum clock frequency of 32 MHz. The device includes 7 KB of Program Flash Memory, 512 bytes of Data SRAM, and 256 bytes of EEPROM Data Flash Memory. Peripheral resources consist of 12 I/O pins, a 10-bit ADC with up to 11 external channels, two comparators, a 5-bit DAC, four Configurable Logic Cells (CLCs), two Complementary Waveform Generators (CWGs), and multiple communication interfaces including EUSART, SPI, and I2C.

Microcontrollers Feature Summary

• Integrates Core Independent Peripherals such as CLC, CWG, NCO, and DSM to offload processing tasks from the CPU core.
• Features Peripheral Pin Select (PPS) functionality allowing flexible remapping of digital peripheral inputs and outputs.
• Supports eXtreme Low Power (XLP) technology with dedicated sleep modes and peripheral power disable capabilities.
• Includes high-precision internal oscillators up to 32 MHz with x2/x4 PLL options for reliable clocking.

Microcontrollers Applications

• Battery-powered embedded systems requiring low standby current
• Industrial control applications utilizing configurable logic cells
• Motor control designs employing complementary waveform generators
• Sensor interface circuits using analog peripherals and comparators

Microcontrollers Procurement Notes

Verify that the ordering suffix 'I' corresponds to the Industrial temperature range (-40°C to +85°C) and 'P' indicates the PDIP package type. Confirm the specific revision level matches your design requirements. Ensure voltage supply constraints align with the 1.8V to 3.6V operating range specified for the LF variant. Cross-reference the datasheet DS40001744C for accurate pinout and electrical characteristics before finalizing procurement.

Microcontrollers Selection Notes

Select this component when designing low-voltage applications requiring extensive digital peripheral flexibility without increasing pin count. The inclusion of PPS allows optimized board layout by mapping peripherals to available pins. Consider the XLP features for battery-operated devices where minimizing active and sleep currents is critical. Verify that the 7 KB program memory and 512 bytes RAM are sufficient for the intended firmware complexity.

Microcontrollers Part Context

This device belongs to the PIC16(L)F183xx family, which combines standard PIC16 core performance with advanced analog and digital peripherals. The 'LF' designation specifically denotes the low-voltage version optimized for 1.8V to 3.6V operation, distinguishing it from the standard 'F' series which supports up to 5.5V. The family emphasizes low pin count efficiency through versatile peripheral sharing and reconfiguration capabilities.

Microcontrollers Replacement Considerations

PIC16F18324-I/P: Identical functional specifications but supports a wider voltage range of 2.3V to 5.5V. Ensure the system power supply remains within the lower limits if substituting the LF part, or verify compatibility if the original design required higher voltage tolerance.

Microcontrollers FAQ

What is the maximum operating voltage for the PIC16LF18324?

The maximum operating voltage is 3.6V. Exceeding this limit may damage the device; use the PIC16F18324 variant if voltages up to 5.5V are required.

How many Configurable Logic Cells (CLCs) are included in this MCU?

The PIC16LF18324 includes four Configurable Logic Cells (CLCs) that can be used for combinational and sequential logic functions.

Does this microcontroller support interrupt-on-change?

Yes, all I/O pins support Interrupt-on-Change with edge-select capability, allowing the CPU to wake up or handle interrupts based on specific signal transitions.