The PIC16LF1705-E/ST is a microcontroller integrated circuit (IC) component developed by Microchip Technology. It is part of the PIC16F family, which are 8-bit, mid-range microcontrollers commonly used in various applications. This specific model, PIC16LF1705-E/ST, offers several key features that make it suitable for a wide range of embedded control and communication systems.
1. 8-bit Core: The PIC16LF1705-E/ST is based on an 8-bit Enhanced Mid-Range 8051 architecture. This architecture provides a powerful and efficient processing core that can accommodate various computational tasks.
2. Flash Memory: It is equipped with 14 KB Flash program memory, allowing users to store their application code. The non-volatile nature of Flash memory ensures that the program remains intact even during power loss.
3. EEPROM Data Memory: In addition to program memory, the IC component offers 512 bytes of Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM). This non-volatile memory is suitable for storing critical data, such as configuration parameters or calibration constants.
4. RAM: The PIC16LF1705-E/ST has 768 bytes of Static Random-Access Memory (RAM). This volatile memory provides temporary storage for data during program execution.
5. Power Management: One of the notable features of this component is its low-power consumption