PIC17LC44T-08/PT

Product Overview

• Category: Microcontroller
• Use: Embedded systems, control applications
• Characteristics: Low power consumption, high performance, small form factor
• Package: 44-pin TQFP (Thin Quad Flat Pack)
• Essence: A microcontroller designed for embedded control applications with low power requirements.

Specifications

• Architecture: 8-bit
• CPU Speed: 8 MHz
• Program Memory Size: 4 KB
• RAM Size: 256 bytes
• Number of I/O Pins: 33
• Operating Voltage Range: 2.5V to 5.5V
• Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C
• Communication Interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C
• Timers/Counters: 3 timers, 1 watchdog timer
• Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): 10-bit, 8 channels

Pin Configuration

The PIC17LC44T-08/PT microcontroller has a total of 44 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

Pin 1: VDD Pin 2: RA0/AN0 Pin 3: RA1/AN1 ... Pin 43: RC6/TX/CK Pin 44: RC7/RX/DT

Functional Features

• Low power consumption allows for extended battery life in portable devices.
• High-performance architecture enables efficient execution of control algorithms.
• Small form factor makes it suitable for space-constrained applications.
• Wide operating voltage range provides flexibility in power supply options.
• Multiple communication interfaces facilitate connectivity with other devices.
• On-chip analog-to-digital converter simplifies sensor interfacing.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Low power consumption extends battery life. - High-performance architecture enables efficient control algorithms. - Small form factor allows for compact designs. - Wide operating voltage range provides flexibility. - Multiple communication interfaces enhance connectivity. - On-chip analog-to-digital converter simplifies sensor interfacing.

Disadvantages: - Limited program memory size may restrict the complexity of applications. - Limited RAM size may limit the amount of data that can be stored. - 8-bit architecture may not be suitable for certain high-performance applications.

Working Principles

The PIC17LC44T-08/PT microcontroller operates based on an 8-bit architecture. It executes instructions stored in its program memory to perform various control tasks. The CPU speed of 8 MHz ensures efficient execution of these instructions. The microcontroller communicates with other devices through its UART, SPI, and I2C interfaces. It also features timers/counters for precise timing operations and an analog-to-digital converter for interfacing with analog sensors.

Application Field Plans

The PIC17LC44T-08/PT microcontroller is well-suited for a wide range of embedded control applications, including but not limited to: - Home automation systems - Industrial automation - Robotics - Automotive electronics - Medical devices - Consumer electronics

Alternative Models

• PIC16F887
• PIC18F45K22
• ATmega328P
• STM32F103C8T6
• MSP430G2553

These alternative models offer similar functionalities and can be considered as alternatives to the PIC17LC44T-08/PT microcontroller.

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