PIC16F54T-E/SS

Product Overview

Category

The PIC16F54T-E/SS 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
• Flash program memory
• EEPROM data memory
• I/O ports
• Timers/counters
• Analog-to-digital converter (ADC)
• Serial communication interface
• Watchdog timer
• Brown-out reset

Package

The PIC16F54T-E/SS is available in a surface mount package, specifically SSOP (Shrink Small Outline Package).

Essence

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

Packaging/Quantity

The PIC16F54T-E/SS is typically packaged in reels or tubes, with a quantity of 250 units per reel/tube.

Specifications

• CPU: 8-bit RISC
• Program Memory: 768 bytes
• Data Memory: 25 bytes
• I/O Pins: 12
• ADC Channels: 4
• Operating Voltage: 2.0V - 5.5V
• Maximum Clock Speed: 20 MHz
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The PIC16F54T-E/SS has a total of 14 pins, each serving a specific purpose. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. VDD - Power supply voltage input
2. RA2/AN2/CIN+/ICSPDAT - General-purpose I/O pin / Analog input channel 2 / Comparator positive input / In-Circuit Serial Programming data
3. RA1/AN1/CIN-/ICSPCLK - General-purpose I/O pin / Analog input channel 1 / Comparator negative input / In-Circuit Serial Programming clock
4. RA0/AN0/COUT - General-purpose I/O pin / Analog input channel 0 / Comparator output
5. OSC1/CLKIN - Oscillator input
6. OSC2/CLKOUT - Oscillator output
7. RC0/T1OSO/T1CKI - General-purpose I/O pin / Timer1 oscillator output / Timer1 external clock input
8. RC1/T1OSI/CCP1 - General-purpose I/O pin / Timer1 oscillator input / Capture/Compare/PWM module 1
9. RC2/CCP1 - General-purpose I/O pin / Capture/Compare/PWM module 1
10. RC3/SCL/SDA - General-purpose I/O pin / I2C bus serial clock line / I2C bus serial data line
11. RC4/SDI/SDA - General-purpose I/O pin / SPI data input / I2C bus serial data line
12. RC5/SDO - General-purpose I/O pin / SPI data output
13. MCLR/VPP - Master Clear input / Programming voltage supply for ICSP
14. VSS - Ground

Functional Features

The PIC16F54T-E/SS offers several functional features that enhance its usability and performance:

1. Flash Program Memory: Allows for easy reprogramming of the microcontroller's instructions.
2. EEPROM Data Memory: Provides non-volatile storage for critical data.
3. I/O Ports: Enables communication with external devices and peripherals.
4. Timers/Counters: Facilitates precise timing and event counting operations.
5. Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): Converts analog signals into digital values for processing.
6. Serial Communication Interface: Supports various serial communication protocols.
7. Watchdog Timer: Ensures system reliability by monitoring and resetting the microcontroller if necessary.
8. Brown-out Reset: Protects against voltage fluctuations 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.
• Compact size and surface mount package allow for easy integration into small form factor designs.
• Wide operating voltage range provides flexibility in various power supply scenarios.
• Rich set of features and peripherals enable versatile application development.
• Cost-effective solution for many embedded system requirements.

Disadvantages

• Limited program memory and data memory may restrict the complexity of applications.
• Lack of advanced communication interfaces, such as Ethernet or USB, may limit connectivity options.
• Relatively low clock speed compared to more advanced microcontrollers may impact performance in demanding applications.

Working Principles

The PIC16F54T-E/SS operates based on the principles of a RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computer) architecture. It executes instructions stored in its program memory, manipulating data from its data memory and interacting with external devices through its I