The DSPIC33FJ16GS404-50I/PT is a high-performance 16-bit digital signal controller (DSC) integrated circuit (IC) designed by Microchip Technology. It is a member of the dsPIC33FJ series and incorporates advanced features suitable for a wide range of applications that require both control and digital signal processing capabilities.
Key features of the DSPIC33FJ16GS404-50I/PT include:
1. Architecture: This IC utilizes a modified Harvard architecture with a high-performance DSP engine and a flexible control MCU core. Its architecture allows for efficient execution of both control and signal processing tasks simultaneously.
2. CPU Performance: The DSPIC33FJ16GS404-50I/PT operates at a maximum frequency of 50 MIPS (Millions of Instructions per Second), providing high-speed calculations and processing capabilities for demanding applications.
3. Memory: It contains a generous amount of memory, including 16 KB of Flash program memory for storing application code. Additionally, it has 2 KB of RAM for data storage and 256 bytes of EEPROM for non-volatile program and data storage.
4. Peripherals: The IC is equipped with a variety of peripheral modules, enabling integration with various interfaces and devices. These include UART, SPI, and I2C serial communication modules, as well as multiple timers/counters, PWM modules, and analog-to-digital converters (ADCs)