PIC18F2620-E/SO

The PIC18F2620-E/SO microcontroller is an integrated electronic device, designed to incorporate a processor, memory and peripherals into a single module. It is capable of performing various tasks such as measuring and controlling, along with providing additional hardware features to complete a given task. The microcontroller is categorized as an embedded device and therefore, is used in applications requiring specific input/output data processing and/or power usage.

Being an 8-bit microcontroller, the PIC18F2620-E/SO is a powerful choice for a wide range of embedded devices. The PIC18F2xxx family includes a variety of microcontrollers, all based on the PIC18F2620-E/SO but with differing features, such as memory space, clock speed, peripheral types and so on. The microcontroller is equipped with an 8-bit RISC CPU, seven external interrupt sources, 8/16-bit SFRs and 17 general-purpose I/O pins.

The microcontroller is designed to deliver high performance at low power. This is achieved through the use of an enhanced instruction set and low power power modes. The PIC18F2620-E/SO has three different low power power modes: Sleep, Idle, and Deep Sleep. In Sleep Mode, the power management module for the microcontroller shuts down components thus reducing the power consumption. The Idle Mode further reduces the power consumption by reducing the clock frequency and voltage, while the Deep Sleep mode is the most efficient as it completely stops the CPU and most internal peripherals while maintaining the content of the registers.

The PIC18F2620-E/SO offers an excellent range of analog peripherals, including 5-bit high/low Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADCs), multiple voltage references, high-precision DACs, an enhanced ECCP module for PWM control and an advanced power supply switching control module. The microcontroller supports several communication methods, such as SPI, I2C, USART, 10-bit ADC, RTCC and EEPROM. The microcontroller also features an onboard temperature sensor, a low-voltage detect and two programmable watchdog timers.

In terms of applications, the PIC18F2620-E/SO is a versatile choice in embedded designs. It is used extensively in industrial and consumer applications, as it delivers excellent performance and low power requirements. This makes it suitable for applications such as motor control, automotive ECU, factory automation, power management, home security, retail point-of-sale systems, sensor and wireless networks, smart home meter and medical diagnostics. The range of analog peripherals of the PIC18F2620-E/SO also enables its use in scientific measurements, audio and visual entertainment, hobby activities and more.

The PIC18F2620-E/SO microcontroller is an integrated device, designed for embedded applications requiring a high degree of precision and low power consumption, along with a range of analog and digital peripherals. Its combination of performance and low power, makes it a suitable choice for a wide range of applications, from industrial and automotive to home, hobby, and medical uses.