Microchip Technology's PIC16LF628AT-I/SOG

The PIC16LF628AT-I/SOG is a versatile 8-bit microcontroller designed by Microchip Technology, a leading provider of microcontroller and analog semiconductors. This particular model is part of the PIC16F family of microcontrollers, which are renowned for their ease of use, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. The PIC16LF628AT-I/SOG is encapsulated in an SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) package, which is ideal for space-constrained applications.

With a wide operating voltage range of 2.0V to 5.5V, this microcontroller is suitable for low-power and battery-powered applications. It features 3.5KB of flash program memory, allowing ample space for application code. The device also includes 128 bytes of EEPROM data memory, which provides storage for non-volatile data that must be preserved between resets or power cycles.

The PIC16LF628AT-I/SOG boasts a rich set of peripherals, including:

• A 16-bit timer/counter with a prescaler
• Two 8-bit timers
• A Watchdog Timer (WDT) for system reliability
• Two Capture, Compare, PWM (CCP) modules for advanced timing and control
• A synchronous serial port (SSP) with SPI (Master mode) and I²C (Master/Slave)
• USART module supporting serial communication protocols

Furthermore, this device supports In-Circuit Serial Programming™ (ICSP™) for convenient programming and reprogramming of the microcontroller without removing it from the circuit. Its 18-pin footprint ensures compatibility with a wide range of PCB layouts and existing designs.

One of the key features of the PIC16LF628AT-I/SOG is its Enhanced Mid-range Core with 35 Instructions, 14 Stack Levels, which allows for faster and more efficient processing of instructions. This microcontroller is also equipped with an internal oscillator, which can be calibrated to ±1%, eliminating the need for external clock components and further reducing system costs.

Designed with protection in mind, the PIC16LF628AT-I/SOG includes Power-on Reset (POR), Power-up Timer (PWRT), and Oscillator Start-up Timer (OST) to ensure reliable operation under varying conditions. Brown-out Reset (BOR) and Extended Watchdog Timer (EWDT) ensure that the microcontroller operates within safe voltage levels and that the system can recover from unexpected situations.

Whether you are developing consumer electronics, automotive applications, or industrial control systems, the PIC16LF628AT-I/SOG offers a robust, cost-effective solution for your embedded design needs.