The PIC18F8722-E/PT is a highly versatile and powerful Integrated Circuit (IC) component manufactured by Microchip Technology. This microcontroller belongs to Microchip's PIC18F series, which is known for its high-performance 8-bit architecture and a wide range of integrated peripherals. The PIC18F8722-E/PT is packed with numerous features, making it suitable for complex and demanding applications.
Key Features:
1. Architecture: The PIC18F8722-E/PT follows the Harvard architecture, which separates program and data memory, enabling simultaneous instruction fetching and data operations.
2. CPU: It features a powerful and efficient 8-bit CPU with enhanced instruction set, including 16-bit instructions for arithmetic operations. The CPU can operate at a relatively high clock speed, providing speedy execution of instructions.
3. Memory: This microcontroller has 128 KB of Flash program memory, allowing for substantial code storage. Additionally, it incorporates 3.9 KB of RAM for data storage and 512 bytes of EEPROM for non-volatile data storage.
4. Peripherals: The PIC18F8722-E/PT possesses a wide range of integrated peripherals, including but not limited to:
- Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): An 8-channel 10-bit ADC for accurate analog signal acquisition.
- Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC): A 2-channel 12-bit DAC for precise analog output generation
