Microchip Introduces 8-pin PIC18 Microcontroller with Flash

Microchip Introduces 8-pin PIC18 with Flash

Company:	Microchip Technology
Category:	New Products
Date:	9-April-2001

CHANDLER, Ariz., April 9, 2001 [NASDAQ: MCHP] – Microchip Technology today introduced the PIC18F010 and PIC18F020 Flash microcontrollers that pack industry-leading performance of 10 MIPS, 4K bytes of program memory, 256 bytes of user RAM and 64 bytes of EEPROM data memory into a small 8-pin package. Implemented on Microchip’s new 0.5 micron process technology, the devices expand Microchip’s broad portfolio of Flash and powerful PIC18 architecture devices. The Power of PICmicro^® Flexibility Gets Results The PIC18F010 and PIC18F020 devices complement the more than 140 existing PICmicro microcontrollers and provide a broad portfolio of memory and peripheral options to meet almost any design requirement. Pin compatibility decreases prototype time and saves money since existing PC boards can be reused with new features. The code compatibility across all 8- to 84-pins of the PICmicro architecture saves development time and money since software can be reused across several platforms. PIC18F010 and PIC18F020 Features Featuring low voltage operation with programmable low voltage detect (PLVD), as well as EEPROM write capability down to 2 volts, the PIC18F010 and PIC18F020 devices are well suited for battery applications. A programmable internal oscillator provides designers with the ability to select different frequencies ranging from 30kHz to 8MHz, matching current consumption and performance for specific applications. The flexibility of the PIC18 core architecture combined with the Flash memory offer the advantages of in-circuit programming and upgrading. The devices feature a programmable brown-out detector, 8x8 multiply, 31 hardware stack levels and a 16-bit timer/counter. Microchip’s MPLAB^® In Circuit Debugger (ICD) supports the PIC18F010 and PIC18F020 with a complete hardware development system, including a demo board. The ICD provides a powerful, affordable run-time development tool and starts as low as $99. Microchip’s MPLAB-IDE editor, assembler, linker, simulator, project manager and source level symbolic debug is also included. Typically used to replace existing discrete components, the PIC18F010/020 devices are ideal for converting outdated mechanically designed objects (i.e., timers and switches) to smarter electronic devices. Examples of applications include temperature control units in pizza delivery bags, washing machine pressure sensors, DC motor control in cooling fans, low-battery detect alarms, building temperature controllers or after-market motorcycle brake light flashers. The PIC18CXXX architecture is an enhanced RISC core that is upward software compatible from Microchip’s Mid-Range PIC12C6XX and PIC16CXXX core and High-End PIC17CXXX core, providing a seamless migration path of software code to higher integration. Available in Flash and one-time programmable versions, the PIC18CXXX enhanced architecture offers up to two million bytes of program memory address space, a C compiler friendly development environment and industry-leading 10 MIPS performance at 40 MHz. Pricing in 10,000-unit quantities is $1.59 each for the PIC18F010, and $1.76 for the PIC18F020. Engineering samples are targeted for June 2001 with release to production slated for August 2001. For more information, contact Microchip’s Literature Line at 480.792.7668 or contact any authorized Microchip distributor around the world or visit Microchip’s website at http://www.microchip.com. Microchip Technology Inc. manufactures the popular PICmicro® field-programmable RISC microcontrollers, which serve 8- and 16-bit embedded control applications, and a broad spectrum of high-performance linear and mixed-signal, power management and thermal management devices. The Company also offers complementary microperipheral products including interface devices; microID™ RFID devices; serial EEPROMs; and the patented KEELOQ® security devices. This synergistic product portfolio targets thousands of applications and a growing demand for high-performance designs in the automotive, communications, computing, consumer and industrial control markets. The Company's quality systems are ISO 9001 (1994 version) and QS9000 (1998 version) certified. Microchip is headquartered in Chandler, Arizona with design facilities in Mountain View, California and Bangalore, India; semiconductor fabrication facilities in Tempe and Chandler, Arizona and Puyallup, Washington; and assembly and test operations near Bangkok, Thailand. Microchip employs approximately 2,950 people worldwide and has sales offices throughout Asia, Europe, Japan and the Americas. More information on the Company can be found at www.microchip.com. #### Note: The Microchip name and logo, PIC, PICmicro and MPLAB are registered trademarks of Microchip Technology Inc. in the USA and other countries. microID and MPLAB are trademarks of Microchip Technology Inc. in the USA and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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