PIC17C42A-16E/P

Product Overview

Category

The PIC17C42A-16E/P 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

• High-performance 8-bit microcontroller
• Low power consumption
• Enhanced features for efficient data processing
• Wide operating voltage range
• Integrated peripherals for versatile applications

Package

The PIC17C42A-16E/P is available in a compact and durable package, ensuring easy integration into electronic circuits.

Essence

The essence of the PIC17C42A-16E/P lies in its ability to provide reliable and efficient control and processing capabilities for electronic devices and embedded systems.

Packaging/Quantity

The microcontroller is typically packaged individually or in reels, with quantities varying based on customer requirements.

Specifications

• Architecture: 8-bit RISC
• CPU Speed: 16 MHz
• Program Memory Size: 8 KB
• RAM Size: 368 bytes
• Number of I/O Pins: 35
• Operating Voltage Range: 2.5V - 5.5V
• Communication Interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C
• Timers/Counters: 3
• Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): 8 channels, 10-bit resolution

Detailed Pin Configuration

The PIC17C42A-16E/P has a total of 40 pins, each serving a specific purpose. The detailed pin configuration is as follows:

1. VDD - Power supply voltage
2. RA0 - General-purpose I/O pin
3. RA1 - General-purpose I/O pin
4. RA2 - General-purpose I/O pin
5. RA3 - General-purpose I/O pin
6. RA4 - General-purpose I/O pin
7. RA5 - General-purpose I/O pin
8. MCLR - Master Clear input
9. VSS - Ground
10. RB0 - General-purpose I/O pin
11. RB1 - General-purpose I/O pin
12. RB2 - General-purpose I/O pin
13. RB3 - General-purpose I/O pin
14. RB4 - General-purpose I/O pin
15. RB5 - General-purpose I/O pin
16. RB6 - General-purpose I/O pin
17. RB7 - General-purpose I/O pin
18. RC0 - General-purpose I/O pin
19. RC1 - General-purpose I/O pin
20. RC2 - General-purpose I/O pin
21. RC3 - General-purpose I/O pin
22. RC4 - General-purpose I/O pin
23. RC5 - General-purpose I/O pin
24. RC6 - General-purpose I/O pin
25. RC7 - General-purpose I/O pin
26. OSC1 - Oscillator input
27. OSC2 - Oscillator output
28. VCAP - Capacitor connection for internal voltage regulator
29. VREF+ - Positive reference voltage for ADC
30. VREF- - Negative reference voltage for ADC
31. AN0 - Analog input channel 0
32. AN1 - Analog input channel 1
33. AN2 - Analog input channel 2
34. AN3 - Analog input channel 3
35. AN4 - Analog input channel 4
36. AN5 - Analog input channel 5
37. AN6 - Analog input channel 6
38. AN7 - Analog input channel 7
39. AVDD - Power supply voltage for analog circuitry
40. AVSS - Ground for analog circuitry

Functional Features

The PIC17C42A-16E/P offers several functional features that enhance its performance and usability:

1. Enhanced CPU: The microcontroller is equipped with an 8-bit RISC architecture, providing efficient data processing capabilities.
2. Integrated Peripherals: It includes UART, SPI, and I2C communication interfaces, enabling seamless connectivity with other devices.
3. Timers/Counters: The three built-in timers/counters facilitate precise timing and event counting operations.
4. Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): With an 8-channel, 10-bit resolution ADC, the microcontroller can accurately convert analog signals into digital data.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• High-performance processing capabilities
• Low power consumption for energy-efficient applications
• Versatile communication interfaces for seamless integration
• Compact package for easy integration into electronic circuits

Disadvantages

• Limited program memory size (8 KB)
• Relatively small RAM size (368 bytes)
• Restricted number of I/O pins (35)

Working Principles

The PIC17C42A-16E/P operates based on the principles of a typical microcontroller. It executes