C8051F587-IM - Silicon Labs

Manufacturer Part Number

C8051F587-IM

Manufacturer

Silicon Labs

Introduction

The C8051F587-IM is an 8-bit microcontroller from Silicon Labs' C8051F58x series, designed for embedded control applications.

Product Features and Performance

Core Processor: 8051

Core Size: 8-Bit

Speed: 50MHz

Very versatile connectivity including SMBus (2-Wire/I2C), SPI, UART/USART

Advanced peripherals: Power-On Reset (POR), Pulse Width Modulation (PWM), Temperature Sensor, Watchdog Timer (WDT)

Number of I/O: 25

Program Memory Size: 96KB FLASH

RAM Size: 8.25KB

Data Converters: 25x 12-bit A/D

Internal oscillator

Operates across a wide power supply range: 1.8V to 5.25V

Product Advantages

High integration of features reduces external component count

Flexible power supply range supports diverse applications

High performance A/D converters for precise measurements

Compact 32-QFN package for space-constrained applications

Key Technical Parameters

Speed: 50MHz

Program Memory: 96KB FLASH

RAM: 8.25KB

25 I/O ports

Data Converters: A/D 25x12b

Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd): 1.8V ~ 5.25V

Operating Temperature: -40°C ~ 125°C

Quality and Safety Features

Integrated Temperature Sensor for thermal monitoring

Watchdog Timer for system recovery and protection

Compatibility

Supports SMBus, SPI, UART/USART interfaces for broad peripheral compatibility

Application Areas

Suitable for diverse embedded system applications across various industries due to its versatility and robust feature set.

Product Lifecycle

The product status is listed as "Not For New Designs," indicating it might be nearing discontinuation. Customers should look into potential replacements or upgrades.

Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product

High performance with 50MHz speed and 8-bit architecture

Enhanced connectivity options including SMBus, SPI, and UART/USART

Robust set of integrated peripherals reducing additional parts

Suitable for operation in extreme temperature conditions (-40°C ~ 125°C)

Ideal for applications requiring precise A/D conversions with 25x 12-bit capability

Compact 32-QFN package suitable for smaller, space-constrained designs