Microchip announces two new 8-bit PIC® microcontrollers, the PIC16F527 and PIC16F570, which combine the easy handling of a PIC microcontroller and low-cost analog peripherals to create a well-integrated, cost-effective family that is suitable for a wide variety of applications.
Integrating a dual integrated op amp module, an 8-bit A/D converter, and two comparators, these microcontrollers are ideal for systems that require signal conditioning and amplification to interpret the analog inputs.
The PIC16F527 and PIC16F570 employing a small size and high efficiency 8-bit architecture, add various functions that enhance the easy operation and robustness of the system. This completely new hardware interrupt capability gives designers the freedom to implement more complex functions without adding software, while the BOR (Brown-Out Reset) function can detect system power failures and safely reset the microcontroller with in order to prevent memory from being affected.
Both microcontrollers also feature auto-read/write Flash program memory, which enables data-intensive EEPROM functionality. These key features, along with the integration of commonly used analog peripherals, make the PIC16F527 and PIC16F570 well-suited for a large number of low-cost sensor products, such as smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, photo sensors, and modules. sensor interface for automobile.
For more information, visit Microchip's Web site at http://www.microchip.com/get/JB5A
