PIC16LF628AT-I/SS

Product Overview

Category

The PIC16LF628AT-I/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
• 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 interfaces

Package

The PIC16LF628AT-I/SS is available in a small-sized SSOP package, which stands for Shrink Small Outline Package. This package allows for space-efficient integration into electronic circuits.

Essence

The essence of the PIC16LF628AT-I/SS lies in its ability to provide a versatile and efficient microcontroller solution for a wide range of applications.

Packaging/Quantity

The PIC16LF628AT-I/SS is typically packaged in reels or tubes, containing a specific quantity of microcontrollers per package. The exact quantity may vary depending on the supplier and customer requirements.

Specifications

• Microcontroller Family: PIC16
• Program Memory Size: 3.5KB
• RAM Size: 224 bytes
• Number of I/O Pins: 16
• Operating Voltage Range: 2.0V to 5.5V
• Maximum CPU Speed: 20 MHz
• ADC Resolution: 8-bit
• Communication Interfaces: USART, SPI, I2C
• Timers: 3 x 8-bit, 1 x 16-bit
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The PIC16LF628AT-I/SS 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. RA5/MCLR/VPP - Master Clear input, Programming voltage supply
5. VSS - Ground
6. RB0/INT/CCP1 - External interrupt, Capture/Compare/PWM module
7. RB1/SDI/SDA - SPI/I2C data input
8. RB2/SDO/SA0 - SPI/I2C data output, I2C slave address bit 0
9. RB3/SCK/SCL - SPI/I2C clock input
10. RB4/PGM - In-Circuit Serial Programming™ (ICSP™) programming pin
11. RB5/PGC - ICSP programming and debugging pin
12. RB6/PGD - ICSP programming and debugging pin
13. RB7/AN6/PGM - Analog input, ICSP programming pin
14. VDD - Power supply
15. OSC1/CLKIN - Oscillator input
16. OSC2/CLKOUT - Oscillator output
17. RC0/T1OSO/T1CKI - Timer1 oscillator output, Timer1 clock input
18. RC1/T1OSI/CCP2 - Timer1 oscillator input, Capture/Compare/PWM module

Functional Features

The PIC16LF628AT-I/SS offers a range of functional features that enhance its capabilities for various applications. Some notable features include:

• Flash program memory for storing the application code
• EEPROM data memory for non-volatile storage
• Timers and counters for precise timing operations
• Analog-to-digital converter for converting analog signals to digital values
• Serial communication interfaces (USART, SPI, I2C) for data exchange with other devices
• I/O ports with programmable pull-up resistors for easy interfacing with external components

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Low power consumption makes it suitable for battery-powered applications
• Wide operating voltage range allows for flexibility in different power supply scenarios
• Compact SSOP package enables space-efficient integration into electronic circuits
• Versatile functionality supports a wide range of applications
• Extensive documentation and community support available

Disadvantages

• Limited program memory size may restrict the complexity of applications
• Relatively small RAM size may limit the amount of data that can be processed simultaneously
• Lack of built-in hardware encryption or security features

Working Principles

The PIC16LF628AT-I/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 various sources such as input pins, timers, and ADC. The microcontroller's CPU performs