PIC16LF628A-I/SO

Product Overview

Category

The PIC16LF628A-I/SO belongs to the category of microcontrollers.

Use

This microcontroller is commonly used in various electronic devices and embedded systems for controlling and processing data.

Characteristics

• Low power consumption
• High-performance RISC CPU
• Wide operating voltage range
• Flash program memory
• EEPROM data memory
• I/O ports with programmable pull-up resistors
• Timers and counters
• Analog-to-digital converter (ADC)
• Serial communication interface (USART, SPI, I2C)
• Watchdog Timer (WDT)
• Brown-out Reset (BOR)

Package

The PIC16LF628A-I/SO is available in a small outline (SO) package.

Essence

The essence of this microcontroller lies in its ability to provide efficient control and processing capabilities in a compact and low-power package.

Packaging/Quantity

The PIC16LF628A-I/SO is typically packaged in reels or tubes, with a quantity of 250 units per reel/tube.

Specifications

• Operating Voltage: 2.0V to 5.5V
• CPU Speed: Up to 20 MHz
• Program Memory Size: 3.5 KB
• RAM Size: 224 bytes
• Data EEPROM Size: 128 bytes
• I/O Pins: 16
• ADC Channels: 8
• Timers: 2
• Communication Interfaces: USART, SPI, I2C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The PIC16LF628A-I/SO has a total of 18 pins, each serving a specific purpose. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. RA2/AN2/CVREF/VREF - Analog input/Comparator reference voltage
2. RA3/AN3/VREF - Analog input/Comparator reference voltage
3. RA4/T0CKI/C1OUT - Timer0 clock input/Comparator output
4. MCLR/VPP - Master Clear (Reset) input
5. VSS - Ground
6. RA0/AN0 - Analog input
7. RA1/AN1 - Analog input
8. OSC1/CLKIN - Oscillator input
9. OSC2/CLKOUT - Oscillator output
10. RC0/T1OSO/T1CKI - Timer1 oscillator output/Timer1 clock input
11. RC1/T1OSI/CCP2 - Timer1 oscillator input/CCP2 module
12. RC2/CCP1 - CCP1 module
13. VDD - Power supply
14. RC4/TX/CK - USART transmit/USART synchronous clock
15. RC5/RX/DT - USART receive/USART asynchronous data
16. RC6/CK/OSC2 - USART synchronous clock/Oscillator output
17. RC7/DT/OSC1 - USART asynchronous data/Oscillator input
18. RB7/PGD - In-Circuit Debugger/Programmer data

Functional Features

The PIC16LF628A-I/SO offers several functional features that enhance its performance and versatility:

1. High-performance RISC CPU: The microcontroller is equipped with a powerful CPU that enables efficient execution of instructions.
2. Flash Program Memory: The onboard flash memory allows for easy reprogramming of the microcontroller.
3. EEPROM Data Memory: The electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) provides non-volatile storage for critical data.
4. I/O Ports: The microcontroller has multiple I/O ports with programmable pull-up resistors, allowing for flexible interfacing with external devices.
5. Timers and Counters: Built-in timers and counters enable precise timing and event counting capabilities.
6. Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): The ADC allows for the conversion of analog signals into digital values, enabling measurement and control of analog quantities.
7. Serial Communication Interface: The microcontroller supports various serial communication protocols such as USART, SPI, and I2C, facilitating data exchange with other devices.
8. Watchdog Timer (WDT): The WDT provides a mechanism for detecting and recovering from system malfunctions or failures.
9. Brown-out Reset (BOR): The BOR feature ensures reliable operation by resetting the microcontroller when the supply voltage drops below a specified threshold.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Low power consumption makes it suitable for battery-powered applications.
• Wide operating voltage range allows for compatibility with different power sources.
• Compact size and small outline package make it ideal for space-constrained designs.
• Versatile I/O ports and communication interfaces enable flexible connectivity options.
• Flash program memory enables easy firmware updates and modifications.

Disadvantages

• Limited program memory size may restrict the complexity of applications.
• Limited RAM size may impose constraints