| Parameters | |
|---|---|
| Series | PIC® 18F |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) | 1 (Unlimited) |
| RoHS Status | ROHS3 Compliant |
| Package / Case | 28-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm) |
| Mfr | Microchip Technology |
| Mounting Type | Through Hole |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C (TA) |
| Supplier Device Package | 28-SPDIP |
| Speed | 40MHz |
| Oscillator Type | Internal |
| Core Processor | PIC |
| RAM Size | 3.8K x 8 |
| Number of I/O | 25 |
| Peripherals | Brown-out Detect/Reset, HLVD, POR, PWM, WDT |
| Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) | 4.2V ~ 5.5V |
| EEPROM Size | 1K x 8 |
| Program Memory Type | FLASH |
| Connectivity | I²C, SPI, UART/USART |
| Core Size | 8-Bit |
| Program Memory Size | 48KB (24K x 16) |
| Data Converters | A/D 10x10b |
| Package | Tube |
| Product Status | Active |
| Base Product Number | PIC18F2525 |
| REACH Status | REACH Unaffected |
| Standard Package | 15 |
| ECCN | 3A991A2 |
| HTSUS | 8542.31.0001 |
PIC18F2525-I/SP 8-bit microcontroller PIC18 MCU
The PIC18F2525-I/SP from Microchip Technology is a high-performance 8-bit microcontroller featuring an enhanced RISC architecture optimized for complex embedded applications requiring substantial memory and advanced peripheral integration. This powerful MCU operates at 40 MHz with a wide voltage range of 2.0V to 5.5V, integrating 48 KB of Flash program memory, 3,904 bytes of RAM, and 1,024 bytes of EEPROM data memory in a 28-pin SPDIP package.
The MCU incorporates a comprehensive peripheral set including a 10-channel 10-bit A/D converter, enhanced CCP module supporting PWM, capture, and compare functions, enhanced USART with LIN compatibility, and dual analog comparators, making it ideal for industrial control systems, automotive electronics, and advanced consumer applications where computational performance and interface flexibility are essential. With its nanoWatt technology enabling multiple low-power modes consuming less than 100 nA in sleep mode, the PIC18F2525-I/SP delivers an optimal balance of performance and power efficiency for battery-operated and energy-conscious systems.
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