PIC18LF46K22T-I/MV - 8-Bit 64MHz 64KB Flash MCU | Microchip
N.º de pieza: PIC18LF46K22T-I/MV ✓ Activo| Cant. | Precio unitario | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $5.85 | $5,85 |
| 10 | $5.27 | $52,70 |
| 100 | $4.68 | $468,00 |
| 500 | $4.22 | $2.110,00 |
| 1.000 | $3.79 | $3.790,00 |
PIC18LF46K22T-I/MV Descripción general
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU, non-volatile program memory, working RAM, and I/O peripherals. The PIC18 K-series belongs to Microchip's nanoWatt XLP product line, an umbrella of ultra-low-power 8-bit MCUs that extend battery life through deep sleep modes drawing under 50 nA. Within the broader taxonomy, the PIC18LF46K22 sits as follows: microcontroller -> embedded controller -> 8-bit MCU -> PIC18 family -> nanoWatt XLP -> PIC18 K-series.
Key features include 64 MHz maximum clock speed with 16 MIPS throughput, 35 digital I/O lines, 28-channel 10-bit ADC, 5 CCP/ECCP modules, 2 USART, 2 SPI, 2 I2C, and CTMU for capacitive touch. The 40-UQFN package with exposed thermal pad keeps board footprint compact at 5x5 mm while providing 35 usable I/O through peripheral pin select flexibility. Memory protection, code protection, and a unique device ID support secure firmware deployment.
Typical applications include battery-powered IoT sensor nodes, e-metering, energy harvesting devices, wearable health monitors, and portable medical instruments where the LF voltage range and nanoWatt XLP sleep modes are decisive. The 64 KB Flash / 3968 B RAM split is well matched to mid-complexity control loops with small TCP/IP or BLE stacks on RTOS or cooperative schedulers.
Design consideration: the exposed pad of the UQFN-40 must be soldered to a grounded copper pour for thermal dissipation and for mechanical reliability; omitting this degrades I/O count and reliability. Always verify the specific voltage range - LF (1.8-3.6V) versus F (2.3-5.5V) - when migrating between the F and LF variants of the same die.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, same-package drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone, giving engineers a single reference for sourcing and replacement decisions on the PIC18LF46K22 family.
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Ver hoja de datos →PIC18LF46K22T-I/MV Valores máximos y características eléctricas
| Core Architecture | PIC18 (8-bit RISC) |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 64 KB (32K x 16) |
| RAM | 3968 bytes |
| Data EEPROM | 1024 bytes |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 64 MHz (16 MIPS) |
| Operating Voltage Range | 1.8 V to 3.6 V (LF variant) |
| Number of I/O Pins | 35 |
| ADC | 10-bit, up to 28 channels |
| Encapsulado | 40-pin UQFN (5x5 mm) with exposed pad |
| Tipo de montaje | Surface Mount |
| Temperatura de funcionamiento | -40C to +85C (Industrial) |
| Low-Power Technology | nanoWatt XLP |
| CCP / ECCP Modules | 5 (2 CCP + 3 ECCP) |
| Communication Peripherals | 2x USART, 2x SPI, 2x I2C |
| CTMU (Capacitive Touch) | Yes |
| Estado RoHS | Compliant |
| Nivel MSL | 3 (168 hours) |
Guía de configuración de pines de PIC18LF46K22T-I/MV 40-pin uqfn (5x5 mm) with exposed pad
Configuración de pines para PIC18LF46K22T-I/MV (encapsulado 40-pin uqfn (5x5 mm) with exposed pad). Este CI digital incluye GPIO, interfaces de comunicación (UART, SPI, I2C) y pines de alimentación. Consulte la hoja de datos del fabricante para conocer las funciones alternativas de los pines y las opciones de configuración. Esencial para el diseño de sistemas embebidos y el diseño de PCB.
No hay datos detallados de patillaje disponibles para PIC18LF46K22T-I/MV.
Consulte la hoja de datos para ver la configuración completa de patillas.
Aplicaciones típicas
PIC18LF46K22T-I/MV es adecuado para 6 aplicacións: Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Nodes, Portable Medical and Health Monitors, Smart Energy Metering and Sub-Metering, Industrial Control and Automation, Consumer Appliances and HMI Panels, Automotive Body Electronics (Non-Safety).
Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Nodes
The PIC18LF46K22T-I/MV is well suited to battery-powered IoT sensor nodes because it operates down to 1.8V on a single lithium cell and draws less than 100 nA in deep sleep through Microchip's nanoWatt XLP technology. With 64 KB Flash it can host a small RTOS, a wireless protocol stack fragment, and sensor fusion code without external memory, while the 28-channel 10-bit ADC interfaces directly with analog environmental sensors like temperature, humidity, and gas sensors. The 40-UQFN footprint keeps the node small enough to fit inside standard sensor housings.
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Portable Medical and Health Monitors
Portable medical devices such as glucose meters, pulse oximeters, and wearable health patches benefit from the PIC18LF46K22T-I/MV's wide 1.8V-3.6V supply range, which supports direct operation from a single CR2032 coin cell or single-cell Li-ion battery. The integrated CTMU module enables capacitive touch buttons on the device housing without extra components, and the 35 I/O pins can drive LCD displays, LEDs, and a Bluetooth Low Energy companion module. Compliance with the medical safety standards requires low-leakage firmware, and the device's deep sleep current below 100 nA extends battery life beyond 12 months in typical use cycles.
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Smart Energy Metering and Sub-Metering
Energy meters and sub-metering devices need reliable low-power operation, accurate analog measurement, and tamper-resistant firmware storage, all of which the PIC18LF46K22T-I/MV provides. The 64 KB Flash comfortably fits IEC 62053 metering algorithm code and calibration tables, while the 10-bit ADC with 28 channels measures voltage and current simultaneously through current transformers or shunt resistors. The 5 CCP/ECCP modules generate PWM outputs for calibration signaling and power-line communication. The nanoWalt XLP sleep modes extend battery life in power-outage backup modes to multi-year operation.
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Industrial Control and Automation
Industrial sensor hubs, building automation controllers, and small PLCs benefit from the PIC18LF46K22T-I/MV's 35 I/O lines, dual USART channels for Modbus RTU/ASCII, and dual I2C/SPI interfaces for sensor expansion. The -40C to +85C industrial temperature rating covers outdoor and factory environments, while the 64 MHz clock supports deterministic control loops at sub-millisecond sample rates. The 40-UQFN package's exposed pad enables PCB ground plane connection, improving EMI performance in noisy industrial settings where the device must coexist with motor drives and switching contactors.
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Consumer Appliances and HMI Panels
Consumer appliances such as coffee machines, washing machines, and HMI panels use the PIC18LF46K22T-I/MV for control and user interface management. The CTMU module supports capacitive touch buttons on glass front panels, while the 35 I/O pins drive LCDs, segment displays, relays, and triac interfaces. The 1.8V-3.6V supply range simplifies integration with both 3.3V regulated rails and direct battery backup. Five CCP/ECCP modules can generate the precise PWM outputs required for motor speed control, heating element modulation, and LED dimming in modern appliances.
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Automotive Body Electronics (Non-Safety)
Although not AEC-Q100 qualified, the PIC18LF46K22T-I/MV is widely used in non-safety automotive body electronics such as interior lighting, seat controllers, mirror adjusters, and accessory modules where -40C to +85C industrial grade suffices. The device's nanoWatt XLP sleep modes support CAN-bus wake-up scenarios with sub-100 nA quiescent current, while the 64 MHz clock handles LIN-bus slave stacks and basic lighting algorithms. For AEC-Q100 qualified automotive designs, Microchip offers the PIC18F46K22-E/PTVAO and related -VAO variants, but the LF46K22 remains a low-cost option for non-safety applications.
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Comparación con alternativas
| Parámetro | Este producto | PIC18LF46K22-I/MV | PIC18LF46K22-E/MV | PIC18F46K22-I/MV | PIC18LF45K22T-I/MV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 40-UQFN (5x5 mm) exposed pad | 40-UQFN (5x5 mm) - same | 40-UQFN (5x5 mm) - same | 40-UQFN (5x5 mm) - same | 40-UQFN (5x5 mm) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Operating Voltage Range | 1.8V to 3.6V (LF) | 1.8V to 3.6V (LF) - same | 1.8V to 3.6V (LF) - same | 2.3V to 5.5V (F) | 1.8V to 3.6V (LF) - same |
| Flash Memory | 64 KB | 64 KB - same | 64 KB - same | 64 KB - same | 32 KB |
| RAM | 3968 bytes | 3968 bytes - same | 3968 bytes - same | 3968 bytes - same | 3968 bytes - same |
| Maximum Clock Speed | 64 MHz (16 MIPS) | 64 MHz - same | 64 MHz - same | 64 MHz - same | 64 MHz - same |
| I/O Pins | 35 | 35 - same | 35 - same | 35 - same | 35 - same |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +85C - same | -40C to +125C (Extended) | -40C to +85C - same | -40C to +85C - same |
| nanoWatt XLP Sleep Current | <100 nA | <100 nA - same | <100 nA - same | <100 nA - same | <100 nA - same |
Diferenciadores clave
- Wide 1.8V-3.6V operating range enables direct single-cell battery operation (frente a PIC18F46K22T-I/MV)
- Industrial temperature grade -40C to +85C standard (frente a PIC18LF46K22-E/MV)
- Larger 64 KB Flash for protocol stack headroom (frente a PIC18LF45K22T-I/MV)
- True drop-in compatibility with PIC18F46K22 in same package (frente a PIC18LF26K22T-I/SO)
Notas de diseño
The exposed thermal pad (EP) on pin 41 of the UQFN-40 package must be soldered to a grounded copper pour that is at least 1 square inch for reliable thermal and electrical performance. Estimated: based on 0.5W typical active dissipation at 64 MHz and 3.3V, theta_JA of approximately 35 C/W gives a 17C rise above ambient. Without EP soldering, mechanical reliability suffers and EMI immunity drops noticeably due to the missing ground reference. Use at least 4 thermal vias in the EP copper to conduct heat to internal ground planes.
Decouple VDD with a 100 nF ceramic capacitor placed within 3 mm of the VDD pin and a bulk 10 uF tantalum or ceramic capacitor on the main supply rail. The PIC18LF46K22T-I/MV has multiple VDD/VSS pairs internally; ensure each pair has its own 100 nF decoupling cap. According to Microchip's PIC18 K-series design guidelines, poor decoupling is the most common cause of RF emissions failing CE/FCC testing on otherwise functional designs.
Do not confuse the LF and F variants during PCB population - PIC18LF46K22T-I/MV operates from 1.8V to 3.6V while PIC18F46K22T-I/MV requires 2.3V to 5.5V. The F variant will not start at voltages below 2.3V, while the LF variant is the correct choice for single-cell Li-ion or 3.3V regulated designs. Also verify that the ICSP programming connector (PGD/PGC pins) is accessible after PCB assembly, as some surface-mount designs accidentally route traces that block header access.
When using the 64 MHz internal oscillator for USB or high-speed serial peripherals, the PIC18LF46K22T-I/MV requires careful PCB layout to avoid jitter. Estimated: keep the high-speed clock traces (OSC1/OSC2 if external crystal is used) shorter than 10 mm, route them over a continuous ground plane, and guard them with ground traces. For UART baud rates above 115200, consider using the FRC with PLL configuration locked to a precision reference rather than the untrimmed internal oscillator.
Información de cumplimiento
RoHS and REACH compliant per Microchip product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - choose VAO-suffix variants for automotive safety applications. Halogen-free mold compound confirmed in Microchip environmental compliance documentation.
