PIC18LF2523T-I/ML - 8-bit 32KB Flash MCU, 40MHz, QFN-28 | Microchip
N.º da peça: PIC18LF2523T-I/ML ✓ Ativo| Qtd. | Preço unitário | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $4.62 | $4,62 |
| 10 | $4.18 | $41,80 |
| 100 | $3.71 | $371,00 |
| 500 | $3.32 | $1.660,00 |
| 1.000 | $2.95 | $2.950,00 |
PIC18LF2523T-I/ML Visão geral
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, program and data memory, plus peripherals such as ADCs, timers, communication interfaces, and I/O ports into one package. Within the broader taxonomy, the PIC18LF2523 is an 8-bit CISC-architecture MCU in the PIC18 family, which sits under Microchip's 8-bit MCU portfolio alongside PIC10/12/16 devices, and ultimately under the wider category of microcontrollers and embedded processing. LF variants specifically denote low-voltage Flash parts optimized for operation down to 2.0V, where F parts run from 4.2V to 5.5V.
Key features include a 10-bit ADC with up to 12 channels, multiple communication peripherals (UART, SPI, I2C), enhanced Capture/Compare/PWM (ECCP) modules, and nanoWatt Technology for low-power sleep modes consuming under 100 nA typical. The 32KB Flash supports self-programmability via ICSP, allowing in-field firmware updates, while the 1.5KB RAM and 256-byte EEPROM support data retention and runtime parameter storage.
Architecturally, the PIC18LF2523 uses a 16-bit modified Harvard RISC core with a 78 instruction set, hardware multiplier, and 8x8 hardware multiplier for efficient DSP operations. The integrated 12-bit ADC (per JLCPCB listing) and high-resolution PWM modules simplify mixed-signal designs, eliminating external ADC or DAC components for many sensor and motor control applications.
Typical applications include industrial sensor nodes, low-power IoT edge devices, consumer appliances, automotive body electronics, USB-to-UART bridges, and small motor control. The wide voltage range and nanoWatt power management make it particularly suitable for battery-powered and energy-harvesting designs.
When designing with this part, ensure adequate decoupling on VDD/AVDD (0.1uF + 10uF) and verify the exposed pad is soldered to a sufficient ground copper pour for thermal dissipation. The 28-pin QFN footprint is pin-compatible with the PIC18LF2523-I/ML and PIC18F2523T-I/ML, simplifying PCB reuse across product variants.
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Alternativas drop-in para PIC18LF2523T-I/ML — mesmo encapsulamento, compatível pino a pino. Peças de encapsulamento diferente que exigem retrabalho na PCB são excluídas.
Variantes desta série
Modelos da mesma série compatíveis como drop-in com PIC18LF2523T-I/ML (mesmo formato e footprint) — diferindo em ADC, Package, Core Architecture, Timers, Program Memory (Flash).
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PIC18LF2523-I/ML
✅ Drop-In✓ Em estoque
$3.65 / unidade
Ver ficha técnica →PIC18LF2520T-I/ML
✅ Drop-In📋 Alternativa de referência (fora do catálogo)
PIC18LF2520-I/ML
✅ Drop-In✓ Em estoque
$4.32 / unidade
Ver ficha técnica →PIC18F2523T-I/ML
✅ Drop-In ⚠️ Especificações não verificadas✓ Em estoque
$2.32 / unidade
Ver ficha técnica →PIC18LF2458T-I/SO
✅ Drop-In ⚠️ Especificações não verificadas✓ Em estoque
$2.74 / unidade
Ver ficha técnica →PIC18LF2523T-I/ML Classificações máximas e características elétricas
| Core Architecture | 8-bit PIC18 RISC (Harvard) |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 32 KB |
| RAM | 1.5 KB |
| EEPROM | 256 Byte |
| Operating Frequency | 40 MHz (max) |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 2.0 V to 5.5 V |
| Temperatura de operação | -40C to +85C (Industrial) |
| Encapsulamento | QFN-28-EP (6x6 mm) |
| ADC | 12-bit (per JLCPCB listing) |
| ADC Channels | Up to 12 |
| I/O Pins | 25 |
| Communication Peripherals | UART, SPI, I2C |
| PWM Modules | Enhanced CCP (ECCP) |
| Tipo de montagem | Surface Mount |
| Status RoHS | Compliant |
Configuração de pinos do PIC18LF2523T-I/ML
| Pino 1 | RA2/AN2/VREF-/CVREF — Digital I/O / Analog input / Voltage reference |
| Pino 2 | RA3/AN3/VREF+ — Digital I/O / Analog input / Voltage reference |
| Pino 3 | RA4/T0CKI/C1OUT — Digital I/O / Timer0 clock input / Comparator output |
| Pino 4 | RA5/AN4/SS/HLVDIN/C2OUT — Digital I/O / Analog input / SPI slave select |
| Pino 5 | RA6/OSC2/CLKO — Digital I/O / Oscillator output |
| Pino 6 | RA7/OSC1/CLKI — Digital I/O / Oscillator input |
| Pino 7 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pino 8 | VDD — Positive supply voltage |
| Pino 9 | RB0/INT0/FLT0/AN12 — Digital I/O / External interrupt / Analog input |
| Pino 10 | RB1/INT1/AN10 — Digital I/O / External interrupt / Analog input |
| Pino 11 | RB2/INT2/AN8 — Digital I/O / External interrupt / Analog input |
| Pino 12 | RB3/AN9/CCP2 — Digital I/O / Analog input / Capture/Compare/PWM |
| Pino 13 | RB4/AN11/KBI0 — Digital I/O / Analog input / Keyboard interrupt |
| Pino 14 | RB5/KBI1/PGM — Digital I/O / Keyboard interrupt / LVP programming |
| Pino 15 | RB6/PGC — Digital I/O / ICSP clock |
| Pino 16 | RB7/PGD — Digital I/O / ICSP data |
| Pino 17 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pino 18 | VDD — Positive supply voltage |
| Pino 19 | RC0/T1OSO/T1CKI — Digital I/O / Timer1 oscillator output |
| Pino 20 | RC1/T1OSI/CCP2 — Digital I/O / Timer1 oscillator input |
| Pino 21 | RC2/CCP1 — Digital I/O / Capture/Compare/PWM |
| Pino 22 | RC3/SCK/SCL — Digital I/O / SPI clock / I2C clock |
| Pino 23 | RC4/SDI/SDA — Digital I/O / SPI data in / I2C data |
| Pino 24 | RC5/SDO — Digital I/O / SPI data out |
| Pino 25 | RC6/TX/CK — Digital I/O / UART transmit / clock |
| Pino 26 | RC7/RX/DT — Digital I/O / UART receive / data |
| Pino 27 | RE0/RD/AN5 — Digital I/O / Parallel port read / Analog input |
| Pino 28 | RE1/WR/AN6 — Digital I/O / Parallel port write / Analog input |
| Pino 29 | EP — Exposed thermal pad - connect to VSS (ground) |
Aplicações típicas
PIC18LF2523T-I/ML é adequado para 6 aplicaçãos: Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Nodes, Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning, USB-to-UART Bridge / CDC Devices, Small Motor Control (BLDC / Stepper), Consumer Appliance Control Boards, Automotive Body Electronics.
Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Nodes
The PIC18LF2523T-I/ML is ideal for battery-powered IoT sensor nodes because its 2.0V to 5.5V supply range supports direct operation from two AA cells or Li-coin cells without a boost converter. Its nanoWatt Technology reduces sleep current to under 100 nA, extending battery life to multiple years in low-duty-cycle applications. The 12-bit ADC (per JLCPCB listing) provides sensor measurement resolution, while UART/SPI/I2C peripherals connect to wireless modules like LoRa or BLE transceivers.
Recomendado
Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning
The PIC18LF2523T-I/ML's 12-bit ADC with up to 12 input channels handles multi-sensor industrial interfaces (temperature, pressure, flow) without external ADCs. Its 40 MHz clock speed (10 MIPS) executes DSP-like filtering algorithms for noise reduction, while the ECCP/PWM module drives 4-20 mA current loops. The 32KB Flash accommodates complex calibration routines, and the 256-byte EEPROM stores per-unit calibration coefficients for field-deployed sensors.
Recomendado
USB-to-UART Bridge / CDC Devices
The PIC18LF2523T-I/ML handles USB-to-UART communication tasks using its on-chip USB transceiver (where present in the family) or external USB-serial bridge chips. Its UART peripheral implements CDC class communications for virtual COM port enumeration, while the 32KB Flash supports USB stack and protocol handlers. The wide 2.0V-5.5V range makes it suitable for both USB bus-powered devices (5V) and battery-powered debug tools (3.3V).
Recomendado
Small Motor Control (BLDC / Stepper)
The PIC18LF2523T-I/ML's Enhanced CCP (ECCP) PWM module drives small brushless DC or stepper motors up to several hundred mA via external MOSFET drivers. Its 40 MHz clock and hardware multiplier (8x8) handle real-time PID control loops, while the 12-bit ADC reads back EMF sensing or current shunt measurements. The QFN-28 package's exposed pad enables thermal dissipation during high-switching-frequency PWM operation.
Recomendado
Consumer Appliance Control Boards
Consumer appliances (washing machines, dishwashers, coffee makers) integrate the PIC18LF2523T-I/ML for user interface handling, sensor monitoring, and actuator control. Its robust 32KB Flash holds complex state machines for appliance cycles, while 1.5KB RAM supports display buffering and parameter storage. The 256-byte EEPROM retains user preferences across power cycles, and the wide -40C to +85C operating range handles appliance thermal environments.
Recomendado
Automotive Body Electronics
While not AEC-Q100 qualified, the PIC18LF2523T-I/ML serves automotive aftermarket and non-safety body electronics like LED controllers, ambient lighting, and accessory modules. Its 2.0V-5.5V range handles automotive 12V battery transients when paired with TVS protection and an LDO. The 32KB Flash implements CAN-LIN gateways or PWM-driven lighting effects, while the 12-bit ADC monitors battery voltage and current sense inputs.
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Comparação com alternativas
| Parâmetro | Este produto | PIC18LF2523-I/ML | PIC18LF2520T-I/ML | PIC18LF2520-I/ML | PIC18F2523T-I/ML |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | QFN-28-EP (6x6 mm) | QFN-28-EP (6x6 mm) - same | QFN-28-EP (6x6 mm) - same | QFN-28-EP (6x6 mm) - same | QFN-28-EP (6x6 mm) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Flash Memory | 32 KB | 32 KB | 16 KB (-50%) | 16 KB (-50%) | 32 KB |
| RAM | 1.5 KB | 1.5 KB | 1.5 KB | 1.5 KB | 1.5 KB |
| Operating Voltage | 2.0V to 5.5V | 2.0V to 5.5V | 2.0V to 5.5V | 2.0V to 5.5V | 4.2V to 5.5V |
| Max Frequency | 40 MHz | 40 MHz | 40 MHz | 40 MHz | 40 MHz |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C |
| Packaging Form | Tape & Reel | Tray | Tape & Reel | Tray | Tape & Reel |
Principais diferenciais
- Low-voltage operation down to 2.0V (vs PIC18F2523T-I/ML)
- 32KB Flash for full-featured firmware (vs PIC18LF2520T-I/ML)
- 12-bit ADC for higher sensor resolution (vs PIC18LF2520T-I/ML)
Notas de projeto
The QFN-28-EP package's exposed thermal pad (EP, pin 29) MUST be soldered to a ground copper pour for electrical performance and thermal dissipation. Use thermal vias (typically 4-9 vias in a 3x3 array) to connect the EP to internal ground planes. Without proper EP soldering, the device may exhibit thermal runaway under high-load conditions or RF emissions due to poor ground reference.
Place a 0.1uF ceramic decoupling capacitor as close as possible to each VDD pin (pins 8 and 18), with a 10uF bulk capacitor on the main supply rail. For AVCC/AVSS analog supplies (if used), add a 10uH inductor or ferrite bead between VDD and AVCC plus a 0.1uF + 10uF decoupling network to isolate analog and digital sections. Power supply rise time should be less than 0.1V/ms for proper brown-out reset operation.
Do not confuse LF (low-voltage Flash, 2.0V-5.5V) and F (standard Flash, 4.2V-5.5V) variants when sourcing replacements - operation below 4.2V on an F variant may cause Flash programming failures and erratic behavior. Verify the exact voltage range for your design. Also note that the PIC18LF2523 and PIC18F2523 have the same die; the LF simply adds a wider operating voltage specification verified at test.
Informações de conformidade
RoHS compliant per JLCPCB and Hotenda product listings. Industrial temperature grade (-40C to +85C) but not AEC-Q100 qualified for automotive safety applications.
