The DS87C520-QCL+ is an industrially rated microcontroller chip manufactured by Maxim Integrated. It is a high-performance, 8-bit microcontroller designed for embedded control applications. This IC component offers a range of features that make it ideal for various industrial applications.
One of the key features of the DS87C520-QCL+ is its high processing power, achieved through its powerful 8051-compatible core running at a clock frequency of up to 33 MHz. It is capable of executing instructions at a rate of one per clock cycle, allowing for efficient and fast control operations.
Another notable feature of this IC component is its generous memory options. It has 64 KB of on-chip flash memory, which can be used for storing program code and data. Additionally, it provides 4 KB of RAM for temporary data storage during operation.
To facilitate communication with external devices, the DS87C520-QCL+ incorporates a versatile set of peripheral interfaces. It includes two UARTs (Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter) for serial communication, two SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) ports for interfacing with SPI devices, and two I²C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) ports for connecting with I²C-compatible devices. These interfaces enable seamless integration with various communication protocols commonly used in industrial control systems.
Furthermore, this microcontroller chip incorporates a wide range of timers and PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) modules, allowing precise timing and control of external events
