PIC18F4550-I/P, PIC Microcontroller, 8bit ,48MHz, 32 kB, 256 B Flash, 40-Pin PDIP

The PIC18F4550-I/P is a high-performance, 8-bit microcontroller from Microchip’s PIC18 family, designed for applications requiring robust processing capabilities and USB communication. Its advanced feature set makes it ideal for a variety of embedded system applications.

Key Features:

1. High Performance:
   • 8-bit Enhanced Flash Microcontroller with advanced RISC architecture.
   • Operating speed of up to 48 MHz (12 MIPS).
2. Integrated USB Support:
   • Full-speed USB 2.0 support with built-in transceiver.
   • Ideal for USB-enabled applications, such as PC peripherals and data acquisition systems.
3. Memory:
   • Program Memory: 32 KB Flash (self-programmable).
   • Data Memory: 2 KB RAM.
   • EEPROM: 256 bytes.
4. Peripheral Features:
   • 13-channel 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC).
   • Capture/Compare/PWM modules.
   • Master Synchronous Serial Port (MSSP) supporting SPI and I2C.
5. I/O and Timers:
   • 35 I/O pins.
   • 4 timers (Timer0 to Timer3).
6. Power Management:
   • Wide operating voltage range: 2.0V to 5.5V.
   • Sleep mode and idle mode for power-saving.
7. Development-Friendly:
   • Integrated In-Circuit Serial Programming™ (ICSP™).
   • Supports debugging and in-circuit programming.
8. Package:
   • 40-pin PDIP (Plastic Dual In-line Package) for easy prototyping and assembly.

Applications:

• USB devices (e.g., keyboards, mice, data loggers).
• Industrial control systems.
• Consumer electronics.
• Robotics and automation.
• Educational and experimental projects.

With its comprehensive features and USB capabilities, the PIC18F4550-I/P is a versatile microcontroller for both beginners and professionals seeking reliable performance in embedded designs.