PIC17C42AT-25/PQ

Embedded - Microcontrollers

The PIC17C42AT-25/PQ is an 8-bit CMOS microcontroller created by Microchip Technology Incorporated. This device has an 8-bit core, runs at 25MHz, and has 4Kbytes of program memory and 128 bytes of EEPROM data memory. The PIC17C42AT-25/PQ provides a variety of hardware and software modes to optimize system cost and performance.

Application Field

The PIC17C42AT-25/PQ is typically used in automotive applications, motor control, power and energy, industrial automation and control systems, datacom, consumer and multimedia products, medical, aerospace and defense, white goods and many other applications. This versatile device has the features which can make them ideal for a variety of applications.

Working Principle

The main working principle of the PIC17C42AT-25/PQ is an 8-bit RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computer). This system enables the device to perform more operations with fewer instructions. It is also an event-driven microcontroller, meaning it executes commands only when an event occurs. For example, an interrupt is generated and the microcontroller will execute the intent of that interrupt.

The PIC17C42AT-25/PQ also incorporates advanced analog features such as Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) and Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) which will enable the device to interface with various analog systems. The device contains a 10-channel, 13-bit or 8-channel, 10-bit ADC and two 8-bit DACs. It also has multiple clock sources like an Internal Oscillator Block (IOB), Phase-Locked Loop (PLL) and Low Power Oscillator (LPOSC).

The PIC17C42AT-25/PQ is an 8-bit microcontroller with many resources and is ideal for applications which require low cost, low power and low complexity. The device utilizes Flash memory for program storage, has an extended input/output (I/O) capability, and multiple peripherals like USART, I2C, SPI, etc. to provide easy communication. It also has integrated logic to detect and reduce EMI (electromagnetic interference). This device runs on 8.0V or 5.0V DC.

Conclusion

The PIC17C42AT-25/PQ is a very versatile 8-bit microcontroller with on-chip features like Flash memory, extended I/O, multiple analog and digital peripherals, and low EMI levels. This device is ideal for a variety of applications such as automotive, motor control, industrial automation, white goods, datacom, aerospace and defense, and a variety of others. The PIC17C42AT-25/PQ can provide robust, low cost and low power solutions for many applications.