PIC16LF18857-E/SO

Microcontrollers Overview

The PIC16LF18857-E/SO is an 8-bit microcontroller from the PIC16(L)F1885X/7X family, manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features a C Compiler Optimized RISC architecture with up to 56 KB of Flash program memory, 4 KB of data SRAM, and 256 bytes of EEPROM. The device operates at clock frequencies up to 32 MHz and supports a supply voltage range of 1.8V to 3.6V. It includes a 10-bit ADC with MATHPAK extensions, two comparators, a 5-bit DAC, and multiple communication peripherals including EUSART, I2C, and SPI.

Microcontrollers Feature Summary

• Integrates eXtreme Low-Power (XLP) technology for optimized power consumption in sleep and active modes.
• Features Core Independent Peripherals (CIP) such as CRC/SCAN, Hardware Limit Timer (HLT), and Windowed Watchdog Timer (WWDT) to reduce CPU load.
• Includes a 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) with MATHPAK extensions for automated signal analysis tasks like averaging and filtering.
• Provides Peripheral Pin Select (PPS) capability for flexible mapping of digital I/O functions.

Microcontrollers Applications

• General purpose applications requiring low-power operation
• Industrial control systems utilizing safety features like HLT and WWDT
• Battery-powered devices leveraging XLP technology
• Applications needing automated analog signal processing via ADC MATHPAK

Microcontrollers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'E' indicates extended temperature range (-40°C to +125°C) and 'SO' denotes the SOIC-28 package. Confirm that the 'LF' prefix specifies the low-voltage operating range of 1.8V to 3.6V. Ensure compatibility with your system's voltage levels and thermal requirements before procurement.

Microcontrollers Selection Notes

Select this component when high integration of analog and digital peripherals is required alongside low power consumption. The inclusion of Core Independent Peripherals allows for offloading tasks from the main CPU. Consider the 56 KB Flash size for complex firmware needs and verify that the 28-pin SOIC package fits your PCB layout constraints.

Microcontrollers Part Context

This part belongs to the PIC16(L)F1885X/7X family, which combines analog, core independent, and communication peripherals. The family supports various pin counts and packages, offering flexibility for different application sizes. The PIC16LF18857 specifically provides the maximum memory configuration within the 28-pin variant of this series.

Microcontrollers Replacement Considerations

Check for other members of the PIC16(L)F1885X/7X family with compatible pinouts and memory sizes. Verify if higher or lower voltage variants (PIC16F vs PIC16LF) meet your power supply requirements. Ensure any substitute maintains the same package type or has a compatible footprint.