The PIC18F26Q71-E/SP is an IC (Integrated Circuit) component manufactured by Microchip Technology. It belongs to the PIC18F-Q Series, which is a family of high-performance 8-bit microcontrollers.
Key features of the PIC18F26Q71-E/SP include:
1. Architecture: It incorporates a 8-bit enhanced mid-range core with a Harvard architecture, which allows simultaneous execution of instructions and data fetching.
2. Memory: The microcontroller has a Flash program memory of 64 KB, which is non-volatile and allows for easy program updates. It also includes a 4 KB Data EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory) for storing non-volatile data.
3. Peripherals: PIC18F26Q71-E/SP offers various built-in peripherals such as Timers, UART, SPI, I2C, ADC, PWM, and Comparators, allowing for versatile functionality in a wide range of applications.
4. Connectivity: It supports both Universal Asynchronous Receiver Transmitter (UART) and Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) communications, making it compatible with various communication protocols. The I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) support allows for easy interfacing with other ICs.
5. Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): The microcontroller is equipped with a 10-bit ADC, which enables it to convert analog signals into digital values