Manufacturer Part Number
PIC16F18346-I/GZ
Manufacturer
Microchip Technology
Introduction
The PIC16F18346-I/GZ is an 8-bit microcontroller from Microchip Technology, featuring enhanced connectivity and performance within the PIC® XLP™ 16F series, suitable for various applications including automotive systems, consumer electronics, and industrial automation.
Product Features and Performance
High operating speed of 32MHz
8-bit Core Processor (PIC)
Rich connectivity options including I2C, LINbus, SPI, UART/USART
Enhanced peripherals such as Brown-out Detect/Reset, Power-on Reset (POR), Pulse Width Modulation (PWM), Watchdog Timer (WDT)
17-channel 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter, 1-channel 5-bit Digital-to-Analog Converter
Internal Oscillator
Programmable in C and assembly languages
Product Advantages
Low power consumption with XLP technology
Capability to work in a wide voltage range from 2.3V to 5.5V
Flexible memory options with 28KB of flash memory and 2KB of RAM
Functional safety features meeting standards for automotive and industrial applications
Key Technical Parameters
Core Size: 8-bit
Speed: 32MHz
Number of I/O: 18
Program Memory Size: 28KB (16K x 14)
EEPROM Size: 256 x 8
RAM Size: 2K x 8
Voltage Supply: 2.3V ~ 5.5V
Operating Temperature: -40°C ~ 85°C
Quality and Safety Features
Brown-out Detect/Reset and Power-on Reset for reliable operation
Watchdog Timer to avoid system failures
Functional Safety (FuSa) compliant
Compatibility
Compatible with various serial communication protocols
Can be programmed using MPLAB X IDE software from Microchip
Application Areas
Automotive systems
Consumer Electronics
Industrial Automation
Internet of Things (IoT) devices
Product Lifecycle
Active product status with ongoing manufacturer support
Not nearing discontinuation, with upgrades and replacements readily available
Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product
Robust peripheral set enhancing system performance
Low power consumption suitable for battery-operated devices
High integration reduces system costs and PCB space requirement
Supports advanced programming and debugging features
High reliability with built-in safety features suitable for critical applications