The PIC18F2431-E/SO is a high-performance microcontroller belonging to the PIC18F family designed by Microchip Technology Inc. It offers a wide range of features and capabilities suitable for various applications in the embedded systems and electronics industry.
Key Features:
1. CPU: The PIC18F2431-E/SO is based on a highly efficient RISC architecture with a 16-bit instruction set. It offers a 32 MHz maximum CPU speed, allowing for fast and reliable performance.
2. Memory: It includes 16KB of Flash program memory, which is non-volatile and allows for the storage and execution of user-defined code. Additionally, it provides 1KB of RAM for data storage during program execution.
3. Peripherals: The microcontroller offers a rich set of peripherals and features to enhance connectivity and flexibility. Some of the key peripherals include:
- Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): A 10-bit ADC with up to 13 channels, enabling precise analog signal conversions.
- Serial Communication: Multiple serial communication interfaces, including USART, SPI, and I2C, allowing seamless data transfer with external devices.
- Timers: On-chip timers for precise timekeeping, including a 8-bit timer and a 16-bit timer with multiple modes.
- GPIO: A variety of General-Purpose Input/Output pins for digital signal handling and external device integration
