C8051F042 - Silicon

Manufacturer Part Number

C8051F042

Manufacturer

silicon-labs

Introduction

The C8051F042 is a high-performance, low-power 8051-compatible microcontroller with a comprehensive peripheral set and a wide range of operating voltages. It features an 8-bit 8051 core clocked at up to 25 MHz, along with a variety of integrated peripherals, including CAN bus, SMBus, SPI, UART, PWM, and an analog-to-digital converter.

Product Features and Performance

8-bit 8051-compatible core clocked at up to 25 MHz

64 KB of Flash program memory

25 KB of on-chip RAM

Integrated peripherals: CAN bus, SMBus, SPI, UART, PWM, ADC, DAC, and more

Wide operating voltage range of 2.7 V to 3.6 V

Low power consumption modes

Extensive on-chip debug and programming support

Product Advantages

High-performance 8051-compatible core with a rich set of integrated peripherals

Flexible operating voltage range for use in a variety of applications

Low power consumption for battery-powered or energy-conscious designs

Comprehensive on-chip debug and programming capabilities

Key Reasons to Choose This Product

Excellent performance and feature set for 8051-based embedded systems

Versatile connectivity options with integrated CAN, SMBus, SPI, and UART

Power-efficient design suitable for battery-powered applications

Extensive development support and tools available from Silicon Labs

Quality and Safety Features

Brown-out detection and power-on reset

Watchdog timer for added system reliability

Wide operating temperature range of -40°C to 85°C

Compatibility

The C8051F042 is part of the C8051F04x series of 8051-compatible microcontrollers from Silicon Labs. It is designed to be compatible with the standard 8051 instruction set and peripherals, making it suitable for a wide range of embedded applications.

Application Areas

Industrial automation and control

Automotive and transportation systems

Building and home automation

Medical and healthcare devices

Consumer electronics and IoT products

Product Lifecycle

The C8051F042 is an obsolete product, having been discontinued by Silicon Labs. However, there are several alternative and equivalent models available in the C8051F04x series, such as the C8051F040, C8051F041, and C8051F043. Customers are advised to contact our website's sales team for more information on available options and support for the C8051F042 or its alternative models.