PIC18LF44K22-E/MV - 8-Bit 48MHz XLP MCU 16KB Flash | Microchip
N.º de pieza: PIC18LF44K22-E/MV ✓ Activo| Cant. | Precio unitario | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3.42 | $3,42 |
| 10 | $3.07 | $30,70 |
| 100 | $2.71 | $271,00 |
| 500 | $2.34 | $1.170,00 |
| 1.000 | $1.98 | $1.980,00 |
PIC18LF44K22-E/MV Descripción general
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer containing a CPU core, program and data memory, and integrated peripherals such as timers, communication interfaces, and analog-to-digital converters. The PIC18LF44K22 belongs to the PIC18LF family of low-voltage (LF) variants, designed for operation from 2.0V to 5.5V (F variants support 2.3V to 5.5V). These MCUs sit within the broader 8-bit PIC family, which evolved from Microchip's original Harvard-architecture microcontrollers, and are widely deployed in consumer, industrial, and low-power embedded applications.
Key features include 34 I/O pins, a 12-bit ADC with up to 28 channels, two comparators, two Enhanced USART modules, two MSSP (SPI/I2C) ports, two CCP and three ECCP PWM modules with auto-shutdown, and the HLVD (High/Low-Voltage Detect) module for brown-out monitoring. The nanoWatt XLP technology delivers typical sleep currents below 100 nA, making it well-suited to battery-powered designs.
The architecture combines a modified Harvard bus with 31-level hardware stack and 8x8 hardware multiply, supporting up to 16 MIPS throughput. Internal oscillator options provide system clock flexibility without external crystals, simplifying BOM and reducing board area in space-constrained designs.
Typical applications include low-power sensor nodes, battery-powered handheld instruments, USB peripherals, motor-control subsystems, and industrial control modules. The wide operating voltage range allows direct connection to 3.3V or 5V rails, simplifying power-tree design. For designs requiring automotive qualification, the -E/MV temperature grade (-40C to +125C) supports extended-environment deployment.
When designing with the PIC18LF44K22, allocate at least one decoupling capacitor pair per VDD/AVDD pin pair, place the exposed pad with a continuous ground plane for thermal dissipation, and configure the configuration bits correctly to enable the chosen oscillator mode. This page consolidates distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design guidance not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
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Modelos de la misma serie compatibles directamente con PIC18LF44K22-E/MV (mismo factor de forma y huella) — difiere en Package, ADC, Core, Maximum CPU Frequency, Operating Temperature.
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| Core | PIC18 8-bit RISC |
| Instruction Set Width | 16-bit |
| Program Memory | 16 KB Flash |
| Data Memory (SRAM) | 768 bytes |
| EEPROM | 256 bytes |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 48 MHz (16 MIPS) |
| Operating Voltage Range | 2.0 V to 5.5 V |
| I/O Pins | 34 |
| ADC | 12-bit, up to 28 channels |
| Comparators | 2 |
| USART | 2 Enhanced |
| MSSP (SPI/I2C) | 2 |
| CCP / ECCP Modules | 2 CCP + 3 ECCP |
| Timers | 8-bit/16-bit mixed (Timer0-6) |
| HLVD Module | Yes (High/Low-Voltage Detect) |
| nanoWatt XLP | Yes (sleep current <100 nA typical) |
| Internal Oscillator | 31 kHz to 16 MHz selectable |
| Temperatura de funcionamiento | -40C to +125C (E grade) |
| Encapsulado | 40-UQFN (5x5 mm) with exposed pad (MV) |
| Tipo de montaje | Surface Mount |
| Nivel MSL | 1 |
| Estado RoHS | Compliant (lead-free) |
Configuración de pines de PIC18LF44K22-E/MV
| Pin 1 | RA2/AN2 — Port A bit 2 / Analog input 2 |
| Pin 2 | RA3/AN3/VREF+ — Port A bit 3 / Analog input 3 / ADC reference positive |
| Pin 3 | RA4/AN4 — Port A bit 4 / Analog input 4 |
| Pin 4 | RA5/AN5/SS2/HLVDIN — Port A bit 5 / Analog input 5 / SPI2 slave select / HLVD input |
| Pin 5 | RA6/OSC2/CLKOUT — Port A bit 6 / Crystal oscillator output / Clock output |
| Pin 6 | RA7/OSC1/CLKIN — Port A bit 7 / Crystal oscillator input / External clock input |
| Pin 7 | VDD — Digital supply voltage (2.0V-5.5V) |
| Pin 8 | VSS — Digital ground |
| Pin 9 | RB0/INT0/FLT0 — Port B bit 0 / External interrupt 0 / PWM fault input |
| Pin 10 | RB1/INT1 — Port B bit 1 / External interrupt 1 |
| Pin 11 | RB2/INT2/CTED1 — Port B bit 2 / External interrupt 2 / CTMU edge 1 |
| Pin 12 | RB3/CTED2 — Port B bit 3 / CTMU edge 2 |
| Pin 13 | RB4 — Port B bit 4 |
| Pin 14 | RB5 — Port B bit 5 |
| Pin 15 | RB6/PGC — Port B bit 6 / ICSP clock (programming/debug) |
| Pin 16 | RB7/PGD — Port B bit 7 / ICSP data (programming/debug) |
| Pin 17 | VDD — Digital supply voltage |
| Pin 18 | VSS — Digital ground |
| Pin 19 | RC0/T1OSO/T1CKI — Port C bit 0 / Timer1 oscillator output / Timer1 clock input |
| Pin 20 | RC1/T1OSI/CCP2 — Port C bit 1 / Timer1 oscillator input / CCP2 |
| Pin 21 | RC2/CCP1 — Port C bit 2 / CCP1 |
| Pin 22 | RC3/SCK1/SCL1 — Port C bit 3 / SPI1 clock / I2C1 clock |
| Pin 23 | RC4/SDI1/SDA1 — Port C bit 4 / SPI1 data in / I2C1 data |
| Pin 24 | RC5/SDO1 — Port C bit 5 / SPI1 data out |
| Pin 25 | RC6/TX1/CK1 — Port C bit 6 / USART1 TX / USART1 clock |
| Pin 26 | RC7/RX1/DT1 — Port C bit 7 / USART1 RX / USART1 data |
| Pin 27 | RD0 — Port D bit 0 |
| Pin 28 | RD1 — Port D bit 1 |
| Pin 29 | RD2 — Port D bit 2 |
| Pin 30 | RD3 — Port D bit 3 |
| Pin 31 | RD4 — Port D bit 4 |
| Pin 32 | RD5/P1B — Port D bit 5 / Enhanced PWM1 output B |
| Pin 33 | RD6/P1C — Port D bit 6 / Enhanced PWM1 output C |
| Pin 34 | RD7/P1D — Port D bit 7 / Enhanced PWM1 output D |
| Pin 35 | VSS — Digital ground |
| Pin 36 | VDD — Digital supply voltage |
| Pin 37 | RE0/AN6 — Port E bit 0 / Analog input 6 |
| Pin 38 | RE1/AN7 — Port E bit 1 / Analog input 7 |
| Pin 39 | RE2/AN8 — Port E bit 2 / Analog input 8 |
| Pin 40 | RE3/MCLR — Port E bit 3 / Master clear (reset, active-low) |
Aplicaciones típicas
PIC18LF44K22-E/MV es adecuado para 6 aplicacións: Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Nodes, Handheld Medical and Wellness Devices, Industrial Control Modules, USB Peripherals and HID Devices, Motor Control and PWM Drives, Consumer Appliances and Smart Home Devices.
Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Nodes
The PIC18LF44K22-E/MV is ideal for battery-powered IoT sensor nodes thanks to its nanoWatt XLP technology with typical sleep current below 100 nA, allowing multi-year battery life from a single coin cell. The 2.0V minimum supply supports operation down to single-cell Li-ion near end-of-discharge. The 12-bit ADC with 28 channels interfaces directly to environmental sensors (temperature, humidity, pressure), and the 2 MSSP ports drive I2C/SPI sensor buses. Two USARTs enable UART/LoRa or Bluetooth HCI bridging. Combined with 16 KB Flash for sensor-fusion firmware and 768 B SRAM for buffering, it suits unattended sensor deployments where maintenance windows are measured in years.
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Handheld Medical and Wellness Devices
The PIC18LF44K22-E/MV fits handheld medical devices such as blood-pressure monitors, glucose meters, and pulse oximeters, where low power, compact packaging, and reliable peripheral integration matter most. The 12-bit ADC drives accurate measurements of analog biosignals, while the nanoWatt XLP modes extend battery life in intermittent-use products. The 40-pin UQFN (5x5 mm) provides 34 I/O for LCDs, keypads, and BLE/Wi-Fi companion modules. The HLVD module supervises battery voltage and triggers safe shutdown below 2.0V. With Microchip's MPLAB X ecosystem and validated BSPs, medical firmware developers can meet IEC 62304 software-lifecycle requirements quickly.
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Industrial Control Modules
The PIC18LF44K22-E/MV is well-suited to industrial control modules like sensor interface boards, low-power PLCs, and process transmitters, with its -40C to +125C operating temperature supporting harsh environments. The 2.0V-5.5V wide input range accepts 24V industrial rails after regulation, while 34 I/O pins accommodate multi-channel analog inputs and digital control outputs. Three ECCP PWM modules with auto-shutdown drive solenoids and brushed DC motors safely, and the HLVD monitors brown-out conditions. The 16 KB Flash supports Modbus or proprietary industrial protocols, with 768 B SRAM enough for command buffering at typical polling rates.
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USB Peripherals and HID Devices
The PIC18LF44K22-E/MV serves USB peripherals and HID devices such as custom keyboards, programmable controllers, and USB-to-UART bridges. While it lacks native USB, the MSSP SPI port pairs with external USB interface ICs to deliver full-speed USB connectivity, and the 48 MHz clock provides sufficient throughput for low-speed HID class traffic. The 16 KB Flash holds USB stack plus HID descriptor tables, and the 2 USART modules enable USB-to-UART bridging. Low sleep currents support bus-powered devices that must consume less than 100 mA from the USB port.
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Motor Control and PWM Drives
The PIC18LF44K22-E/MV drives small brushed DC motors, solenoids, and stepper sub-systems in appliances and industrial actuators. Three ECCP PWM modules with hardware auto-shutdown provide safe complementary outputs with dead-band control, and two CCP modules add further timing channels. The 48 MHz clock supports high-resolution PWM at low motor speeds for torque ripple reduction. The 2 comparators enable current-limit protection with hardware trip, and the 12-bit ADC reads back motor current/voltage for closed-loop control. The compact UQFN-40 footprint fits into space-constrained motor-control PCBs.
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Consumer Appliances and Smart Home Devices
The PIC18LF44K22-E/MV is a strong fit for consumer appliances such as coffee machines, washing-machine sub-boards, and smart-home hubs where cost and power efficiency dominate. The 2.0V-5.5V range accepts both 3.3V and 5V rails, the nanoWatt XLP modes extend standby life, and 34 I/O drive user interfaces, keypads, LEDs, and simple displays. Two I2C/SPI ports connect to environmental sensors and EEPROMs. The 16 KB Flash holds application firmware plus safety routines, while the E temperature grade supports hot-environment enclosures near heat-generating components.
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| Parámetro | Este producto | PIC18F44K22-E/MV | PIC18LF45K22-E/MV | PIC18F45K22-I/MV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 40-UQFN (5x5 mm) MV | 40-UQFN (5x5 mm) MV - same | 40-UQFN (5x5 mm) MV - same | 40-UQFN (5x5 mm) MV - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Flash Memory | 16 KB | 16 KB | 32 KB | 32 KB |
| Operating Voltage Range | 2.0 V to 5.5 V | 2.3 V to 5.5 V | 2.0 V to 5.5 V | 2.3 V to 5.5 V |
| Max CPU Speed | 48 MHz / 16 MIPS | 48 MHz / 16 MIPS | 48 MHz / 16 MIPS | 48 MHz / 16 MIPS |
| I/O Pins | 34 | 34 | 36 | 36 |
| SRAM | 768 B | 768 B | 1.5 KB | 1.5 KB |
| Temperature Grade | -40C to +125C (E) | -40C to +125C (E) | -40C to +125C (E) | -40C to +85C (I) |
| nanoWatt XLP | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Diferenciadores clave
- Lowest minimum supply voltage in the family (frente a PIC18F44K22-E/MV)
- Smaller package than the higher-memory K22 family (frente a PIC18LF45K22-E/MV)
- Extended temperature grade for harsh environments (frente a PIC18F44K22-I/MV (would-be variant))
Notas de diseño
Configure nanoWatt XLP modes carefully for lowest sleep current. Use the RTC-driven wake from Sleep mode with Timer1 running from the internal 31 kHz LF oscillator. Disable unused peripherals by clearing their enable bits, and turn off the ADC by clearing the ADON bit before entering Sleep. The HLVD module must be disabled in Sleep if not needed, as it draws additional current. Use peripheral pin select to assign functions only to required pins.
The 40-pin UQFN package has an exposed thermal pad that MUST be soldered to a ground copper pour for both electrical grounding and thermal dissipation. Without proper pad soldering, the junction temperature can rise 30-40C above ambient under normal load. For continuous high-MIPS operation, use at least 1 sq inch of 2-oz copper on top and bottom layers, stitched together with thermal vias to maximize heat spreading.
Place a 100 nF decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of every VDD pin pair (pins 7-8, 17-18, 35-36). Add a 10 uF bulk capacitor near the IC and a ferrite bead if switching regulators are nearby. Keep the crystal traces (RA6/RA7) short and surrounded by a grounded guard ring to reduce EMI susceptibility. The MCLR pin (RE3) requires a 10 kohm pull-up to VDD for normal operation.
Configuration bits control oscillator mode, watchdog timer, low-voltage programming, and code protection. Incorrect configuration bits can brick the device or cause unexpected reset behavior. Always review CONFIG1H through CONFIG4H in code and verify in MPLAB X that the configuration matches your design intent. Enable the watchdog timer for safety-critical applications to recover from firmware faults.
The MSSP modules in I2C mode require external pull-up resistors (typically 2.2k-10k ohm depending on bus speed and capacitance). For I2C Fast Mode (400 kHz), use 2.2k-4.7k ohm pull-ups. The MSSP clock stretching feature can stall I2C transactions; disable it if the slave device does not support it. For SPI at high speeds, use series resistors (22-33 ohm) on the clock and data lines to dampen ringing on long traces.
Información de cumplimiento
RoHS compliant and lead-free per Microchip product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified (commercial/industrial grade only). Halogen-free status not stated in the verified data - set to unknown per Data Authenticity Rules.
