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The nanoWatt XLP PIC16LF1823 Sets a Low Power Benchmark beats MSP430!Microchip Technology demonstrates the low power capabilities of its newest family of nanoWatt XLP Microcontrollers. Capable of industry-leading SLEEP current, the new PIC16LF1823 also sets a benchmark for low RUN mode current consumption. 
Microchip annonce des microcontrôleurs à cœur PIC 8 bits enhanced (PIC16F1xxx) avec mémoire FLASH et nombre de broches étendusMicrochip annonce l'expansion de sa gamme de microcontrôleurs (MCU) à cœur milieu de gamme enhanced 8 bits (PIC16F1xxx), avec plus de mémoire et de broches, ainsi que la technologie nanoWatt XLP permettant une consommation de courant actif inégalée sur le marché. Les MCU PIC16F19XX sont dotés d'une large gamme de périphériques, notamment un module de gestion de touches tactiles capacitives mTouch™, un controleur LCD, plusieurs périphériques de communication et plus de canaux de modulateur de largeur d'impulsions (MLI) avec temporisateurs indépendants. Les nouveaux MCU fournissent de meilleures performance pour toute une palette d'applications, notamment dans les secteurs grand public, de l'industrie, du médical et de l'automobile. 
Microchip annonce de nouveaux microcontrôleurs (MCU) PIC® 8 bits milieu de gamme améliorés à 8, 14 et 20 brochesMicrochip annonce plusieurs nouveaux microcontrôleurs (MCU) PIC® 8 bits riches en périphériques avec des courants actifs inférieurs à 50 µA/MHz et des courants de veille extrêmement faibles. Les microcontrôleurs PIC12F182X et PIC16F182X (PIC1XF182X) étendent la gamme de produits à cœur 8 bits amélioré de Microchip dans des boitiers 8 broches, portant à 16 le nombre total de ces produits, dans des boîtiers de 8 à 64 broches. Grâce à leur très faible consommation et à leur haut niveau d'intégration, avec notamment la gestion de touches tactiles capacitives mTouch™ et de nombreux périphériques de communication, les MCU généralistes PIC12F182X et PIC16F182X conviennent parfaitement à une large palette d'applications, dans les secteurs grand public industriels et de l'automobile. 
Microchip lance un régulateur Boost synchrone pour les applications de longue durée sur batterieMicrochip annonce le régulateur Boost synchrone MCP1640, qui est capable de fonctionner à partir de 0,35 V en entrée, présente un courant de maintien de 19 µA, et un courant de repos inférieur à 1 µA. Avec des doubles transistors à effet de champ intégrés et des courants de sortie pouvant atteindre 350 mA, le régulateur MCP1640 découpant à 500 kHz rend possibles des applications compactes et de longue durée sur batterie, notamment sur le marché de l'électronique grand public. 
Microchip Significantly Expands Enhanced 8-bit PIC MCU PortfolioMicrochip Technology Inc., a leading provider of microcontroller and analog semiconductors, today unveiled several new 8-bit PIC® microcontrollers (MCUs) that sets the industry benchmark for low-power microcontrollers and peripheral integration. These new MCUs feature active currents of less than 50 µA/MHz and sleep currents down to 20 nA. The PIC12F182X MCUs extend Microchip's Enhanced Mid-range 8-bit core product line into the 8-pin segment, and include mTouch™ capacitive touch-sensing, and communications peripherals. The PIC16F19XX MCUs feature a broad range of peripherals, such as mTouch capacitive touch-sensing module, LCD drive, multiple communications and more Pulse width Modulator (PWM) peripherals. All of these general-purpose MCUs are well suited for applications in the appliance; consumer; industrial and automotive markets, among others. 
Microchip Announces Higher Memory, Higher Pin Count Expansion of Enhanced 8-bit PIC Microcontrollers (MCUs)Microchip announces the expansion of its Enhanced 8-bit Mid-range core microcontroller (MCU) portfolio, with higher memory and pincount devices featuring nanoWatt XLP technology and industry-leading active power consumption. The PIC16F19XX MCUs feature a broad range of peripherals, including an mTouch™ capacitive touch-sensing module, LCD drive, multiple communications peripherals, and more Pulse-Width Modulator (PWM) channels, with independent timers. The new MCUs deliver increased performance for a wide variety of applications in the appliance; industrial; medical; and automotive markets, among others. 
Microchip Announces New 8-, 14- and 20-pin Enhanced Mid-Range PIC Microcontrollers (MCUs)Microchip announces several new, peripheral-rich 8-bit PIC® microcontrollers (MCUs) with active currents of less than 50 µA/MHz and extremely low sleep currents. The PIC12F182X and PIC16F182X (PIC1XF182X) MCUs extend Microchip's Enhanced Mid-range 8-bit core product line into the 8-pin segment, bringing the total number of Enhanced 8-bit core PIC MCUs to 16, in packages ranging from 8 to 64 pins. With their extreme low power and high levels of integration, including mTouch™ capacitive touch-sensing and multiple communications peripherals, the general-purpose PIC12F182X and PIC16F182X MCUs are well suited for a wide range of applications in the appliance; consumer; and automotive markets, among others. 
Synchronous Boost Regulator from Microchip Enables Longer-Lasting Battery ApplicationsMicrochip announces the MCP1640 Synchronous Boost Regulator, which features an operating voltage down to 0.35V, quiescent current as low as 19µA, and shutdown current of less than 1µA. With integrated dual FET transistors and output currents up to 350mA, the 500kHz MCP1640 regulator enables compact, longer-lasting battery applications in the consumer electronics market among others. 
Des potentiomètres numériques quadruples non volatils offrant une consommation de courant statique de 5 microampères (maximum)Microchip annonce le lancement des potentiomètres numériques quadruples MCP4341, MCP4342 (MCP434X), MCP4361 et MCP4362 (MCP436X). Les dispositifs non volatils 7 et 8 bits sont dotés d'un port SPI et présentent une consommation de courant statique de seulement 5 microampères (maximum). Ils sont conçus pour un fonctionnement entre -40 °C et 125 °C et sont disponibles dans des boîtiers QFN miniatures de 4 mm x 4 mm optimisés pour les applications industrielles et grand public telles que l'ajustement et l'étalonnage de l'alimentation, la commande des points de consigne et des processus, la servocommande en boucle fermée, les périphériques pour PC, l'instrumentation portable, le réglage de la tension de décalage en instrumentation et le conditionnement des signaux. 
Non-Volatile, Quad Digital Potentiometers Deliver Static Current Consumption of 5 Microamperes (maximum)Microchip announces the MCP4341, MCP4342 (MCP434X), MCP4361 and MCP4362 (MCP436X) quad digital potentiometers. The 7- and 8-bit, non-volatile devices feature an SPI interface and static current consumption of just 5 microamperes (maximum). They are specified for operation from – 40° C to 125° C and are available in space-saving packages as small as 4mm x 4mm QFN, making them ideal for consumer and industrial applications, such as power-supply trim and calibration, set-point and process control, closed-loop servo control, PC peripherals, portable instrumentation, instrumentation offset adjust and signal conditioning. 
Microchip ajoute une mémoire Flash auto-programmable à la famille 8 bits PIC12Microchip annonce un nouveau venu dans sa fameuse famille de microcontrôleurs (MCU) PIC® 8 bits PIC16F61X à 8 et 14 broches, qui vise les applications généralistes économes. Le MCU PIC12F617 offre 3,5 Ko de mémoire Flash auto-programmable et des périphériques tels qu'un convertisseur analogique-numérique (CA/N) 10 bits, un comparateur, un modulateur de largeur d'impulsions (PWM) et une tension de référence (VREF) pour les applications de commande en boucle fermée, le tout dans un boîtier DFN miniature de 3 mm x 3 mm. 
What is a Microcontroller?Visit http://www.microchip.com/mchptube to learn more. This video is intended for beginners unfamiliar with Microcontroller. The basic components of a Microcontroller are compared to a common household PC to help reinforce concepts. 
Microchip adds self-programmable Flash memory to 8-bit familyMicrochip announces a new member of its popular 8- and 14-pin PIC16F61X 8-bit PIC microcontroller (MCU) family, targeting cost-effective general-purpose applications. The PIC12F617 MCU features 3.5kbyte of self-programmable Flash program memory, and peripherals such as a 10-bit Analogue-to-Digital Converter (ADC), comparator, Pulse-Width Modulator (PWM) and VREF for closed-loop-control applications—all in a miniature 3 mm x 3 mm DFN package. 
Le nouveau kit de Microchip facilite le développement de systèmes tactiles inductifsMicrochip annonce le kit de développement tactile inductif PICDEM (ref DM183027), qui facilite le développement des applications tactiles inductives l'aide de microcontrôleurs (MCU) PIC 8, 16 ou 32 bits standard ou d'un contrôleur numérique de signaux (DSC) dsPIC 16 bits. Le kit comprend une carte tactile inductive entièrement développée avec panneau frontal en métal estampé, code source, schémas et outil logiciel de diagnostic permettant aux concepteurs d'évaluer leur application. Le kit est disponible à la vente dès aujourd'hui sur http://www.microchip.com/get/401085404976852 pour 69,99 $. 
Microchip Kit Makes it Easy to Develop Inductive Touch-Sensing DesignsMicrochip announced the PICDEM Inductive Touch Development Kit which makes it easy to develop inductive touch-sensing applications using standard 8-, 16- or 32-bit PIC® microcontrollers (MCUs), or 16-bit dsPIC® Digital Signal Controller (DSCs). The kit includes a fully-developed inductive-touch board, complete with embossed metal front panel, source code, schematics and a diagnostic software tool that enables designers to evaluate their application. The kit is available for purchase today at http://www.microchip.com/get/401085404976852, for $69.99. 
Microchip Technology rachète ZeroG WirelessMicrochip Technology Inc., l'un des principaux fournisseurs de microcontrôleurs et de semi-conducteurs analogiques, a annoncé aujourd'hui son acquisition de ZeroG Wireless, Inc. 
Microchip Technology Acquires ZeroG WirelessMicrochip Technology Inc. today announced it has acquired ZeroG Wireless, Inc. an innovator in low-power embedded Wi-Fi solutions based in Sunnyvale, Calif. ZeroG is a privately held fabless semiconductor developer of Wi-Fi-certified transceivers and FCC-certified modules, which further strengthen Microchip's wireless offerings by enabling embedded designers to easily connect to this ubiquitous networking protocol with any 8-, 16- or 32-bit PIC microcontroller. The terms of the deal are confidential. 
18-pin PIC® Microcontrollers Feature Microchip's Enhanced Mid-Range Core and Industry-Leading eXtreme Low Power ConsumptionMicrochip announces the PIC16(L)F1826 and PIC16(L)F1827 general-purpose 8-bit microcontrollers (MCUs) — the latest PIC MCUs to feature the Company's Enhanced Mid-range core. With this extension into the 18-pin range, the PIC16(L)F1826/7 MCUs provide an advanced peripheral set that includes an mTouch™ capacitive touch-sensing module and dual I2C™/SPI interfaces, along with "LF" versions featuring industry-leading low power consumption via Microchip's nanoWatt XLP eXtreme Low-Power technology. The introduction of these MCUs' provides an excellent low cost, pin-compatible migration path for legacy 18-pin PIC MCUs, while delivering increased performance and industry-leading low power operation. 
Microchip's PIC Microcontrollers With nanoWatt XLP Gain Global Industry Recognition as the World's Leading Low-Power TechnologyMicrochip Technology has announced that its PIC microcontrollers with nanoWatt XLP eXtreme Low Power Technology have won three global honors. In Europe, XLP received the 2009 Elektra Award in the Semiconductor Product of the Year category. In the U.S., Microchip's XLP Technology was selected by Wireless Design & Development Magazine as the May 2009 Editor's Choice Technology Award. In Asia, XLP received a "Leading Product Award" in the Microprocessor and DSP category, from the 2009 EDN China Innovation Awards. 
Microchip Releases Tools to Improve Efficiency and Reduce Development Time for Motor Control DesignsMicrochip has announced the introduction of two new low-cost motor control development systems. Both development boards feature the flexible dsPIC33F "MC" DSC families, which integrate leading-edge motor control features. In addition, Microchip has produced five royalty- and license-free application notes, aiding engineers in creating motor applications that run at peak efficiency and generate maximum torque using the minimum amount of energy. 
Microchip - Portfolio of Semiconductors Specified for Operation up to 150°C AmbientMicrochip announces it has the industry's broadest portfolio of semiconductors specified for operation up to 150°C ambient - including 8- and 16-bit PIC microcontrollers (MCUs) and dsPIC Digital Signal Controllers (DSCs); serial EEPROM devices, and analogue products. Qualified and tested in accordance with AEC-Q100 Grade 0 requirements, the devices are optimum for under-the-hood automotive applications; extreme-environment industrial applications, such as down-hole oil drilling and lighting; and for medical applications such as devices that are sterilised in autoclaves. Engineers can now add intelligence directly into high-temperature applications, where the silicon can be mounted directly onto high-temperature assemblies. This enables new applications for electronics that were not possible before. More information is available at Microchip's new online High-Temperature Design Center. 
32-bit MCU Families With Ethernet, CAN, USB and 128kB RAM Extend Portfolio via High-Performance ConnectivityMicrochip is building on the success of its 80MHz 32-bit PIC32 microcontroller (MCU) portfolio with three new families. The new PIC32MX5/6/7 families are designed specifically for data-intensive applications running several software stacks simultaneously and are complemented by Microchip's free software stacks, making it easier for embedded designers to add connectivity to their applications. 
Microchip Claims World's Lowest Sleep Current, Smallest Packaged 16-bit MCUs with USB and Touch SensingMicrochip announces two new families of 16-bit PIC24F microcontrollers (MCUs) - one with USB functionality and one for general-purpose applications - both of which feature nanoWatt XLP extreme low power technology, small packages and mTouch capacitive touch sensing. The USB family provides for Peripheral, Embedded Host and On-the-Go (OTG) implementations. Microchip's nanoWatt XLP technology provides the world's lowest sleep currents, with current consumption down to 20nA in Deep Sleep mode, resulting in the lowest power consumption of any MCU with USB OTG -10 times lower than USB MCUs from other ultra-low-power manufacturers. 
Microchip- Synchronous buck MOSFET drivers and Low Dropout Regulators provide maximum efficiency in small packagesMicrochip has announced a new range of solutions that complement market trends toward 'green' products. The MCP14628 and MCP14700 synchronous buck MOSFET drivers and the MCP1804 Low Dropout Regulators (LDOs), provide maximum efficiency in small packages. 
Metering Analogue Front-End from Microchip Enables Highly Accurate MeasurementsMicrochip has announced its next-generation Analogue Front End (AFE) for metering applications. The MCP3901 AFE features high-accuracy, dual 16-/24-bit Delta-Sigma Analogue-to-Digital Converters (ADCs) with up to 91dB Signal to Noise and Distortion (SINAD); internal Programmable Gain Amplifiers (PGAs) and voltage reference; phase-delay compensation; and a modulator output block, enabling more precise measurements than competitive solutions. With its unique feature set, high-speed sample rates up to 64kilosamples per second (ksps) and SPI interface, the MCP3901 AFE is ideal for a variety of single- and multi-phase metering, industrial and medical applications. 
MCP9804 - Microchip Announces High-Accuracy, Low-Power Temperature SensorMicrochip announces the MCP9804 Temperature Sensor. The sensor provides high temperature accuracy of +0.25°C (typical) and +/- 1°C from -40 to +125°C, as well as static current consumption of just 200µA (typ). Available in small 8-pin MSOP and 2mm x 3mm DFN packages, the I2C™ device reduces board space and enables longer battery life for industrial, automotive and consumer applications. 
Microchip's Worldwide Embedded Designer's Forums come to UK and Ireland in November and December 2009Microchip has announced the opening of registration for its Embedded Designer's Forum (EDF), a worldwide series of technical learning events focused on innovative technologies that will help designers stay ahead in today's competitive environment. The forums will run from October 2009 through February 2010 at 120 locations across the world, with 51 forums located in Europe and 6 forums across UK and Ireland running in November and December. 
Microchip Introduces 100Mbps Ethernet Controllers With Integrated Security Engines For Fast and Secure ConnectivityMicrochip has announced the ENC624J600; a low cost standalone IEEE 802.3TM compliant 100Mbps Ethernet interface controller. These Ethernet controllers combine a 10/100Base-TX physical interface (PHY) and a Media Access Controller (MAC) with a hardware cryptographic security engine, and can connect to any PIC® microcontroller (MCU) via an industry-standard Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) or a flexible parallel interface. Additionally, each device has a unique, factory programmed MAC address and 24kbytes of configurable SRAM for packet transmit/receive buffering and data storage. This combination of speed, flexibility and features enables designers to create fast, secure network- and internet-connected embedded applications with minimised board space, cost and complexity. 
Microchip Announces Analogue Resistive Touch-Screen Controllers For Embedded MarketsMicrochip has announced the mTouch AR1000 Resistive Touch-Screen Controllers adding to Microchip's comprehensive portfolio of mTouch capacitive and inductive touch-sensing solutions. By providing built-in decoding and advanced filtering, as well as controller-driven calibration, the AR1000 controllers lower costs and reduce time to market for any embedded resistive-touch design. 
Microchip's First PIC Microcontrollers Featuring Enhanced Mid-Range 8-bit CoreMicrochip has announced the first six members of the PIC16F193X family of microcontrollers, featuring Microchip's enhanced mid-range 8-bit core. The increased memory and core capabilities deliver enhanced support for both C and Assembly programmers, while the 'LF' family members feature Microchip's nanoWatt XLP Technology for extreme low power operation. 
Microchip - Quad Digital-to-Analogue Converter With Non-Volatile EEPROMMicrochip has announced the MCP4728 Digital-to-Analogue Converter, said to be the industry's first 12bit Quad DAC to include non-volatile EEPROM, enabling the DAC's configuration to be loaded automatically during power-up. The on-board EEPROM, coupled with an internal voltage reference, four-channel architecture and rail-to-rail precision output amplifier, enables the MCP4728 DAC to significantly reduce the size and component cost in a variety of battery powered and power-constrained applications. 
Microchip Expands Wireless Products With ISM Band, Sub-GHz Transceiver RadioMicrochip has expanded its RF Products Division wireless portfolio with the new MRF49XA Sub-GHz transceiver radio. The MRF49XA covers the 434/868/915MHz unlicensed Industrial, Scientific and Medical Radio Frequency band, which is ideal for low data-rate, low-power embedded wireless applications. By retaining compatibility with its existing suite of development tools, Microchip makes it easy to integrate this new Sub-GHz transceiver with any 8-, 16- or 32-bit PIC microcontroller, enabling cost-effective designs for a wide range of, bi-directional, short-range wireless applications, such as remote controls, remote meter reading and home security/alarms. 
Microchip Enables Embedded Wi-Fi in PIC Microcontroller Designs with ZeroG Wireless-Based Development ToolsMicrochip has announced the immediate availability of the ZeroG Wireless ZG2100M and ZG2101M Wi-Fi Modules, ZeroG IEEE802.11 Development Kit for Explorer 16 and the ZeroG Wi-Fi PICtailTM/PICtail Plus Daughter Board. 
Microchip Unveils Inductive Touch Sensing Analogue Front EndMicrochip has announced the MCP2036 Analogue Front End for inductive touch-sensing applications. Complementing the company's royalty-free mTouch Inductive Touch-Sensing solutions, the MCP2036 AFE works with almost any 8-, 16- or 32-bit PIC microcontroller or dsPIC Digital Signal Controller, making it even easier and more cost effective for designers to enhance user interfaces with inductive touch-sensing technology. 
Operational Amplifiers With On-Chip One-Shot Calibration CircuitMicrochip's new op-amps include mCal, an on-chip calibration circuit that calibrates offset voltages at power up using an internal power-on reset detector, or based upon the state of an external pin. The result is a low initial voltage offset and a means to minimise drift over time and temperature, which are extremely important for applications involving instrumentation and sensor conditioning. 
Microchip Introduces 16-bit Microcontrollers with 20nA Sleep currentMicrochip has announced the PIC24F16KA family of 16-bit microcontrollers (MCUs) with new nanoWatt XLPTM eXtreme Low Power Technology. The PIC24F16KA family features the world's lowest sleep current consumption microcontrollers, with typical sleep currents as low as 20nA. Low power, combined with integrated EEPROM in a small footprint and low pin-count package makes the four members of the PIC24F16KA MCU family ideal for battery powered, energy harvesting and other power-constrained applications. 
Microchip's Microcontrollers with Sleep Currents less than 20nAMicrochip has announced what it says is the world's lowest power sleep current for 8-bit microcontrollers (MCUs). The PIC18F46J11 and PIC18F46J50 MCUs feature Microchip's new nanoWatt XLPTM eXtreme Low Power Technology, which enables typical sleep currents of less than 20nA. The new nanoWatt XLP technology gives designers the flexibility to customise their applications for the lowest power consumption through multiple internal wake-up sources, such as Real-Time Clock and Calendar alarm; Brown-Out Resets, and interrupts and watch-dog timers, all while maintaining I/O states. 
Microchip Introduces High Speed, Low Power ComparatorsMicrochip has announced the MCP6561/2/4/6/7/9 (MCP656X) family of high speed comparators, with rail-to-rail input and output, push-pull open-drain outputs and a low quiescent current. With an operating speed of 45ns, the new family of devices offers the high performance and low power options needed by a wide range of applications. 
Microchip Expands Security Capabilities of KEELOQ Authentication SystemMicrochip announces it has expanded the security capabilities of the patented KEELOQ authentication system. The KEELOQ 3 Development Kit demonstrates these enhancements to the KEELOQ system with a patented secure-learning algorithm that prevents differential power analysis attack techniques. Additionally the technology now supports 128-bit encryption keys, longer data transmissions and bi-directional communication authentication; and also supports alternative encryption algorithms, such as XTEA and AES. The enhanced microcontroller-based encoder solution enables customisation, so that further security enhancements can be implemented over time. 
Microchip DSCs Bring Digital Power to Mainstream ApplicationsMicrochip has announced the first seven next-generation 16-bit dsPIC Digital Signal Controllers (DSCs) for common, multi-drop switch mode power supplies (SMPSs) and other power conversion applications. There devices, offered in the industry's smallest DSC packages for digital power conversion (with as small as a 6x6mm footprint), provide up to twice the performance at a significantly lower price than Microchip's first SMPS family. 
Microchip's AC/DC Reference Design Demonstrates Digital Power AdvantagesMicrochip has announced an AC/DC reference design based on the new dsPIC33F "GS" series of digital power Digital Signal Controllers (DSCs). This reference design demonstrates how digital power techniques are applied to reduce component count, lower product cost, eliminate oversized components and incorporate topology flexibility to innovate the best solution for the application. 
Microchip Expands Serial EEPROM Product LineMicrochip announces several new I2C serial EEPROM devices in small packages. The company has unveiled a series of 4, 64 and 128kbit serial EEPROMs in a innovative Waver-Level Chip Scale Package (WLCSP). Additionally, the company introduced the industry's first 1 and 2kbit I2C serial EEPROMs in a 5-pin SC-70 package, and the industry's first 32 and 64kbit serial EEPROMs in a 5-pin SOT-23 package. The small, innovative devices complement industry trends towards smaller and more sophisticated designs and are ideal for a wide range of portable and consumer-electronic applications. 
Microchip Unveils PICDEM Lab Development KitMicrochip has announced the PICDEM Lab Development Kit, an entry-level development platform for all of Microchip's 8-bit Flash PIC microcontrollers (MCUs) with 20 or fewer pins. Aimed at educators, students and newcomers to microcontrollers, the PICDEM Lab Development Kit comes complete with five popular 8-bit PIC MCUs, along with a selection of discrete components, a PICkit TM 2 Debugger/Programmer and a CD containing a User's Guide, labs and application examples. The kit provides everything needed to quickly and easily develop applications using Microchip's 8-bit PIC Microcontrollers. 
8-bit direct LCD-drive microcontrollers from MicrochipMicrochip has announced the PIC18F87J90 8-bit direct LCD-drive microcontrollers (MCUs) with nanoWatt Technology, the first 8-bit MCUs to include Real-Time Clock & Calendar (RTCC) and Charge Time Measurement Unit (CTMU) peripherals, enabling capacitive touch-sensitive applications or precise time measurement. 
Microchip Claims Industry's Lowest Voltage EEPROM DevicesMicrochip has announced a series of I2CTM EEPROM devices with the lowest operating voltage available on the market. The 24VLXX series of devices has an operating voltage down to 1.5V for both read and write operations, with a very low operating current of less than 400µA. 
Microchip Expands Support for Motor Control with New Tools and LibrariesMicrochip has announced expanded support for Motor Control applications based on the dsPIC Digital Signal Controller (DSC). The dsPICDEMTM MCLV Development Board (part #DM330021) is a new low-voltage Brushless DC (BLDC) motor-control development platform supporting the dsPIC33F family of motor control DSCs. It provides a cost-effective method for evaluating and developing sensored or sensorless BLDCs and Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) control applications. 
Microchip's Stand-Alone Serial SRAM DevicesMicrochip has announced a family of 8- and 32-kByte stand-alone serial SRAM devices designed to increase a system's available RAM through adding small, inexpensive external devices. The 23A640, 23K640 (23 x 640), 23A256 and 23K256 (23 x 256) devices feature a familiar, industry standard SPI interface, providing increased design flexibility while reducing design and production costs. 
Serial EEPROMs With Built-in MAC Addresses From MicrochipMicrochip has announced a family of serial EEPROM devices with built-in EUI-48 and EUI-64 compatible MAC addresses. Designed to work on standard buses, such as SPI, I2C and the UNI/O bus, the devices provide easy and inexpensive access to MAC addresses and feature up to 1.5Kbit of EEPROM that can be used for storing configuration and user settings, or as a scratch-pad area for buffering small amounts of data. 
Microchip's Resistor-Programmable Logic-Output Temperature SwitchesMicrochip has announced the MCP9509 and MCP9510 (MCP9509/10) resistor-programmable, logic-output temperature switches. The MCP9509/10 temperature switches complement market trends toward smaller, lower power and less expensive end-products and represent a significant expansion of Microchip's thermal-management product family. 
Microchip announces high-resolution, low-power delta-sigma ADCsMicrochip announces a new series of low-power, high-resolution delta-sigma analogue-to-digital Converters. The MCP3422, MCP3423 and MCP3424 (MCP3422/3/4) ADCs provide 18-bits of resolution and consume only 135µA at 3V continuous conversion. The multi-channel devices have an integrated voltage reference, programmable gain amplifier and oscillator onboard, eliminating the need for external components, providing a smaller overall design footprint and making it easy for designers to create smaller applications. 
Microchip announces PICkit™ 3 Debug ExpressMicrochip announces higher performance for its most popular low-cost PICkit™ development platform. The PICkit 3 Debug Express kit includes PICkit 3 debugger and programmer probe, 44-pin demo board populated with a PIC18F45K20 MCU, free MPLAB® IDE and free version of the MPLAB C Compiler for PIC18 MCUs. All this is supported by easy-to-understand lessons and tutorials, and a host of other software utilities, examples with source code and full documentation. 
Microchip introduces mTouch™ inductive touch sensing solutionMicrochip announces new mTouch™ Inductive Touch-Sensing Technology, as an addition to its capacitive touch-sensing solutions. Inductive touch sensing's fundamental operating principles enable it to work through a front panel such as plastic, stainless steel or aluminium. The technology also works through gloves and on surfaces that contain liquids. 
Microchip enhances mid-range 8-bit PIC microcontroller coreMicrochip has announced its enhanced mid-range 8-bit PIC microcontroller core (MCU) architecture supporting PIC12 and PIC16 MCUs, with feature and peripheral improvements including more program and data memory; a deeper/enhanced hardware stack; additional reset methods; 14 additional programming instructions, including "C" efficiency optimisations resulting in code size reductions; increased peripheral support; and reduced interrupt latency. 
Microchip unveils high-speed in-circuit debuggerMicrochip has announced the MPLAB ICD 3 - a cost-effective, high-speed development tool that supports in-circuit programming and debugging of Microchip's Flash-based 8-bit PIC microcontrollers (MCUs), and its entire line of 16- and 32-bit MCUs and 16-bit dsPIC Digital Signal Controllers (DSCs). With robust system capabilities and high-speed circuitry, flash MCU programming times are 15X or faster than the current generation, plus the MPLAB ICD 3 offers full compatibility with the MPLAB IDE, exceptional programming speed and reliability. 
Microchip's Automotive Certified LIN/SAE J2602 TransceiversMicrochip has announced the MCP2021 and MCP2022 (MCP202X) LIN/SAE J2602 transceivers. The new devices are 3rd party-LIN/J2602 approved, OEM approved, and AEC-Q100 certified to meet the stringent requirements of global automotive manufacturers worldwide. The transceivers include built-in voltage regulators and are compliant with the LIN Bus 2.0/2.1 and SAE J2602 standards, as well as the previous-generation LIN 1.X standards. 
Microchip Technology Offers Capacitive Touch Demo BoardMicrochip has announced the PICDEM Touch Sense 2 Demo Board for capacitive touch-sensing applications. The easy-to-use board comes with the royalty-free mTouch Sensing Solution Software Development Kit (SDK) and is populated with a 16-bit PIC24FJ256GB110 microcontroller (MCU), which features an integrated Charge Time Measurement Unit (CTMU) peripheral for fast capacitive touch sensing. This is also the world's first 16-bit MCU family with USB On-The-Go (OTG). 
Microchip Technology Debuts USB/AC Load-Sharing Li-Ion/Li-Polymer Battery ChargerMicrochip announces the MCP73871 charge-management controller—a Li-Ion/Li-Polymer charger with an intelligent charge management feature that enables simultaneous AC-DC-adapter or USB-port charging and powering of devices. The single-chip charger features an integrated pass transistor and numerous battery and termination-voltage options, making it ideal for complex, space-constrained portable applications. 
1.5A MOSFET Drivers from Microchip TechnologyMicrochip announces the MCP1415 and MCP1416 (MCP141X) single-output MOSFET drivers. The inverting MCP1415 and non-inverting MCP1416 MOSFET drivers are rated for a peak output current of 1.5A, over a wide operating voltage range of 4.5V – 18V. Both devices have excellent latch-up immunity and are available in a miniature 5-pin SOT-23 package. 
Complete IEEE802.15.4 solution for wireless networking from MicrochipMicrochip has announced the MRF24J40MA FCC-certified Radio-Frequency (RF) transceiver module and the MiWi Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Wireless Protocol Stack, based upon the IEEE 802.15.4 specification. Together the MRF24J40MA module and MiWi (P2P) stack can target a variety of wireless networking applications, such as industrial monitoring and control, home and building automation, remote control, low-power wireless sensor networks, lighting control and automated meter reading. 
8, 16 and 32-bit USB Microcontrollers from MicrochipMicrochip has announced a portfolio of 8, 16 and 32-bit USB microcontrollers supported by a single development environment - the free MPLAB IDE. Building on its 8-bit PIC18 USB Microcontrollers, Microchip now offers the low-power 16-bit PIC24F USB family, which is pin, peripheral and software compatible with the high-performance, 80 MHz, 32-bit PIC32 USB Microcontrollers. Microchip has also expanded its 8-bit USB offering with the lower-cost, smaller-footprint PIC18F1XK50 family. All these devices are supported by free USB stacks and class drivers. 
Low Cost USB PIC Microcontrollers from MicrochipMicrochip has announced a new family of 8-bit PIC microcontrollers for USB applications. The PIC18F13K50 and PIC18F14K50 are the lowest-cost USB microcontrollers from Microchip and provide many features not normally found on inexpensive 8-bit microcontrollers. The new devices are supported by Microchip's free USB software stack and free MPLAB IDE Development Environment, which provides a consistent development platform across all PIC microcontrollers. 
Serial EEPROM Family from Microchip Uses Single I/O BusMicrochip has announced a family of serial EEPROM devices with a single I/O bus interface. The 11XX010, 11XX020, 11XX040, 11XX080 and 11XX160 are the first single I/O EEPROM devices that can support data rates from 10 kHz to 100 kHz; and the only 1, 2, 4, 8 and 16 Kbit EEPROMs available in a 3-pin SOT-23 package (in addition to other higher pin count packages). The new devices also include advanced such as status registers; software write protection for ¼, ½ or full array; noise filtering, and robust ESD protection for the highest reliability. 
Low Power Large-Memory 16-bit USB Microcontroller FamilyMicrochip's 12-member PIC24FJ256GB1 microcontroller (MCU) family is said to be the lowest power (2.6 µA standby current) large-memory (up to 256 KB Flash and 16 KB RAM) 16-bit USB microcontroller family on the market. The PIC24FJ256GB1 family integrates USB 2.0 device, embedded-host, dual-role and On-the-Go (OTG) functionality, making it cost effective and easy to add advanced USB features to embedded designs. Microchip also provides complete software support, via free USB class drivers and applications. Applications such as reading and writing to Flash drives, interfacing to wireless networks, and system updates are all enabled through this complete, cost-effective USB microcontroller family. 
High-Voltage LDOs from MicrochipMicrochip announces MCP1790 and MCP1791 high-voltage linear regulators (LDOs). With a continuous 70 mA output, the ability to operate at a continuous input voltage of up to 30V and load-dump protection up to 43.5V, the new LDOs are ideal for automotive and industrial applications. They also feature low quiescent current, low shutdown current and ceramic capacitor stability, which enable smaller, ultra-efficient designs at lower costs. 
Digital Signal Controllers with 16-bit Audio DACMicrochip announces six new 28- and 44-pin 16-bit dsPIC Digital Signal Controllers (DSCs) with a dual-channel, 100ksps, 16-bit audio Digital-to-Analog Conversion (DAC) module for price- or size-conscious embedded system designers who require improved audio performance or wish to add audio playback to existing embedded applications. 
Low-Cost, General-Purpose 8-bit PIC Microcontrollers from MicrochipMicrochip has announced a new family of low-cost 8-bit Flash PIC microcontrollers (MCUs). The 28- and 40-pin PIC16F722/3/4/6/7 MCUs are capable of operation down to 1.8V and feature a 16 MHz internal oscillator; up to 14 Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) channels; communication peripherals (SPI, I2C, AUSART); two Capture, Compare and PWM (CCP) modules; and the mTouch Sensing Solution peripheral. 
Microchip Expands 32-bit PIC32 MCU Family With USB On-The-Go FunctionalityMicrochip has announced the addition of integrated USB 2.0 On-The-Go (OTG) functionality to its 32-bit PIC32 microcontroller family. The PIC32 family brings more performance and memory to embedded designers while maintaining pin, peripheral and software compatibility with Microchip's 16-bit microcontroller and DSC families. The maximum operating frequency for the PIC32 family has been increased to 80MHz, which further extends the performance reach of the new 32-Bit PIC32 microcontroller family. To further ease migration and protect tool investments, Microchip's is the only complete portfolio of 8-, 16- and 32-bit devices to be supported by a single Integrated Development Environment - the free MPLAB IDE. 
Demonstration Board for capacitive touch-sensing applicationsMicrochip has announced the PICDEM Touch Sense 1 Demo Board (DM164125) for capacitive touch-sensing applications. The easy-to-use board comes with a PICkit Serial Analyzer and the royalty-free mTouch™ Sensing Solution Software Development Kit (SDK). Together, the board and supporting materials provide a complete platform for implementing capacitive touch-sensing interfaces using the highly integrated, cost-effective 8-bit Flash PIC microcontrollers. 
Microchip Introduces Flash Data Memory to the Baseline PIC® Microcontroller ArchitectureMicrochip announces two new Baseline 8-bit Flash PIC® microcontrollers with non-volatile Flash Data Memory (FDM) in 8- and 14-pin packages. Now offering 64 bytes of non-volatile data memory, an 8 MHz internal oscillator, a Device Reset Timer (DRT), up to three channels of 8-bit Analog-to-Digital Conversion (ADC), and up to two comparators - engineers using the low-cost Baseline PIC microcontrollers now have an increasingly diverse feature set to select from. 
Li-Ion / Li-Polymer Chargers with Auto Power-Source SelectionMicrochip has introduced the MCP73837 and MCP73838 dual-input, high-current Li-Ion / Li-Polymer charge-management controllers with automatic USB or AC adapter power-source selection. Auto power-source selection from either a USB port or an AC adapter provides the user with increased flexibility for rechargeable battery applications. 
12-bit DAC from Microchip has EEPROM in 6-pin SOT-23 PackageMicrochip has announced the MCP4725 DAC, said to be the industry's first DAC to combine 12-bit resolution, and an integrated EEPROM in a miniature, 6-pin SOT-23 package. The low-power, single-channel DAC has a buffered voltage output and is ideal for space-constrained and battery-powered applications found in a variety of markets. 
QVGA Graphics Solution for Cost-Sensitive Embedded Display ApplicationsMicrochip has announced a QVGA Graphics Solution for implementing graphics display and control in cost-sensitive applications. The new, easy-to-use solution for PIC24 16-bit microcontrollers includes a free, highly optimized graphics library with source code; third-party library support; and the new Graphics PICtail Plus daughter board. 
Microchip claims new Standard for Integration and Migration With Compatible MPLAB Toolchain for New PIC32 MCUsMicrochip Technology has announced full MPLAB development tool availability to support today's launch of the new PIC32 32-bit microcontroller family. The immediate availability of a broad and compatible suite of tools means that Microchip's current customers can easily make the transition from 8- and 16-bit microcontroller development to 32-bit development. At the same time, designers new to Microchip will find a highly integrated 32-bit toolchain that sets a new industry standard for integration and ease of use. PIC32 tool support is available today from the free MPLAB IDE version 8.0, the MPLAB C32 C compiler (including a free evaluation version), the MPLAB REAL ICE emulation system and the MPLAB ICD 2 in-circuit debugger. 
Microchip's PIC Microcontroller Line extended to 32 BitsMicrochip has announced the PIC32 family of 32-bit microcontrollers (MCUs), adding more performance and memory while maintaining pin, peripheral and development compatibility with Microchip's 16-bit MCU/DSC families. The new PIC32 family is fully supported by Microchip's free MPLAB Integrated Development Environment (IDE) which now offers unprecedented compatibility by supporting Microchip's complete portfolio of 8-, 16- and 32-bit devices. 
Digital Potentiometers With SPI InterfaceMicrochip has announced the MCP4141/2 and MCP4241/2 non-volatile digital potentiometers. The new 7- and 8-bit devices have an SPI interface and are specified over an extended temperature range of -40 to +125 degrees Celsius. Unlike mechanical potentiometers, the MCP41XX/42XX devices can be controlled digitally, via an SPI interface. This can increase system accuracy, flexibility and manufacturing throughput, while decreasing manufacturing costs. Non-volatile memory enables the devices to retain their settings at power down, and their low static current consumption of just 5 µA maximum helps to extend battery life. The MCP41XX/42XX digital potentiometers are ideal for a wide range of trimming, calibration, set-point, offset-adjust, signal conditioning and control applications. 
Pulse-Width Modulator from MicrochipMicrochip has announced the MCP1631 2.0 MHz, high-speed Pulse Width Modulator (PWM). The MCP1631 PWM provides a means to close the feedback loop in Switch-Mode Power Supplies (SMPSs) that use microcontrollers for general system intelligence and control. The integration of the SMPS input and output interfaces in the MCP1631, via its high-speed voltage comparator, battery-voltage and current-sense amplifiers, and its 1A MOSFET driver, enable designers to use this single device to perform many different functions in their designs. Students to benefit from Wokingham-based Semiconductor GiantA newly-refurbished laboratory was opened today at the University of Reading – thanks to a £40,000 investment from Microchip Technology Inc. 
Microchip Introduces 128-Kbit, 512-Kbit and the Industry's Fastest 1-Mbit SPI Serial EEPROMMicrochip introduces the 25AA1024 and 25LC1024 - the fastest 1 Megabit serial EEPROM devices in the industry – along with the 25AA128, 25LC128, 25AA512 and 25LC512 128 Kbit and 512 Kbit devices. Microchip now provides SPI serial EEPROMs across a wide memory-density range (1 Kbit – 1 Mbit). All of the new devices are specified to operate over an extended temperature range (up to 125°C), and provide the performance for which Microchip's serial EEPROM devices are known, including over 1 million erase/write cycles and 200-year data retention. 
8-bit Microcontroller family features low power consumptionMicrochip has announced eight new members of the PIC18F high-performance 8-bit microcontroller family that take advantage of Microchip's latest process technology developments, offering lower power consumption, low cost and high-performance operation. The new devices' low-power nanoWatt Technology features include power-managed modes, an operating voltage range of 1.8V to 3.6V and efficient on-chip peripherals. 
Microchip adds a touch sensing user interface to applications using PIC microcontrollersMicrochip has announced the mTouch solution to provide engineers with a free and easy method for adding a touch sensing user interface to applications using PIC microcontrollers. The software is available for free download from the Microchip Touch Sensing Design Center at www.microchip.com/mtouch and provides full access to the source code, so designers can modify the algorithms and easily integrate them with their own application in a single microcontroller. 
Microchip announces first European MASTERs ConferenceMicrochip announces it is accepting registrations for its first ever European Microchip's Annual Strategic Technical Exchange and Review (MASTERs) Conference, to be held in Munich from November 6th-8th 2007. MASTERs is an in-depth, bi-directional exchange of technical information between Microchip subject-matter experts and the Company's technical partners, including consultants, customers, third parties, distributor FAEs and design houses. Topics presented cover a broad range of subjects, from board layout topologies to real-life reference designs and embedded applications. 
Microchip Launches Semiconductor WikiMicrochip announces ICwiki (www.microchip.com/ICwiki)—a Web site that enables engineers to collaborate and share information related to semiconductor products, applications and best practices. Using Wiki technology, participants can change content on the site and participate in Web logging ("blogging"), voting and messaging. ICWiki is available in several different languages, including English, Chinese, Japanese, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish, 
16V 250 mA LDO from MicrochipMicrochip has announced the MCP1703 Low Dropout Regulator (LDO)—a 250 mA LDO with low quiescent current of just 2μA and high input voltage of up to 16V. The new LDO features device- and circuit-protection capabilities including over-voltage protection and thermal shutdown. The MCP1703 also offers highly accurate output-voltage regulation, including +/- 2 percent over-temperature accuracy, helping to ensure smooth, reliable system operation. 
Microchip Announces 500mA MOSFET Drivers in SOT-23 and 2x3mm DFN PackagesMicrochip announces the MCP1401 and MCP1402 (MCP140X) single-output MOSFET drivers. The inverting MCP1401 and non-inverting MCP1402 MOSFET drivers are rated for a peak output current of 0.5A, over a wide operating voltage range of 4.5V – 18V. They have excellent latch-up immunity and are available in miniature, 2 x 3 mm DFN and 5-pin SOT-23 packages. 
High-Performance 16-bit Microcontroller and DSC Families from MicrochipMicrochip has announced two high-performance (40MIPS), low pin count (18- and 28-pin) 16-bit product families – the PIC24HJ12GP family of microcontrollers and the dsPIC33FJ12GP family of Digital Signal Controllers. Both families feature Peripheral Pin Select capability, which allows designers to re-map digital I/O – allowing designers to use smaller pin count devices, minimise board space, and optimise board layout to reduce noise. 
Online Lighting Applications Design Centre launched by MicrochipMicrochip has announced an online Lighting Applications Design Centre at (www.microchip.com/lighting). This site provides a wide range of technical tools and resources that designers can use to add intelligence to lighting designs — including information relating to Microchip's PIC microcontrollers, dsPIC® Digital Signal Controllers (DSCs), analog and memory products, as well as development tools. 
Microchip Increases Memory and Lowers the Cost of PIC18 LCD MicrocontrollersMicrochip announces six new members of its 8-bit PIC® microcontroller family featuring an integrated Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD) module. The PIC18F85J90 family doubles the amount of Flash and RAM memory available in 64- and 80-pin PIC18 LCD devices. This increased memory enables users to add more complex functionality, such as speech playback, while taking advantage of the cost savings offered by the PIC18 "J" series' 3-volt manufacturing process. 
2MHz, 500 mA Switching RegulatorMicrochip has announced the MCP1603 - a 2 MHz, 500 mA switching regulator. It provides adjustable and fixed output voltages, operating efficiency of up to 90%, and is available in Thin SOT-23 (TSOT-23) and 2 mm x 3 mm DFN packages. The new device is ideal for extending battery life and reducing heat dissipation in a variety of portable, handheld electronic devices. Microchip Technology opens Design Centre in Eastern EuropeMicrochip Technology has announced the inauguration of a new state-of-the-art Design Centre in Bucharest, Romania. The new centre was opened on 17th April by Microchip's Chief Executive Officer, Steve Sanghi, and Microchip has initially recruited 15 staffers, with a total of 30 jobs planned by the end of 2008 and 100 over the next four years. The new centre forms part of Microchip's worldwide network of Design Centres located in India, Switzerland, California and Arizona. It will play a pivotal role in enhancing Microchip's existing product portfolio, and in developing technologies that continue to set new benchmarks for price, performance and ease of integration. 
Low-Power High-Accuracy Op AmpsMicrochip has expanded its linear product portfolio with the low power, high-precision MCP6031, MCP6032, MCP6033 and MCP6034 operational amplifiers. The new devices have a quiescent current of only 900 nA and a bandwidth of 10 kHz. The highly accurate amplifiers are ideal for handheld, portable electronic devices used in the medical, industrial and consumer markets. 
16-bit Microcontrollers with 64 Kbytes of Flash in 28-pin PackagesMicrochip announces eight new members of its PIC24F 16-bit microcontroller family, with up to 64 Kbytes of Flash program memory and up to 8 Kbytes of RAM, in smaller, lower cost, 28- and 44-pin packages including a tiny 6x6 mm 28-pin QFN package option. The 28 and 44-pin PIC24FJ64GA004 family contains a similar peripheral set to the 100-pin PIC24FJ128GA family. "Peripheral Pin Select" pin-mapping allows designers to use the available pins exactly as they like. For many applications, this can allow the use of a smaller, more cost-effective microcontroller. The wide range of on-board peripherals includes two independent channels each of I2C UART and SPI communications. 
Single-Cell Li-Ion / Li-Polymer Chargers in SOT-23 PackagesMicrochip has announced its MCP7381X Li-Ion/Li-Polymer charge-management controllers. Offering programmable charge currents up to 500 mA, they feature integrated current sense, integrated pass transistor, thermal regulation and reverse battery protection, all in a 5-pin SOT-23 package. 
8-Bit Microcontroller Product RangeMicrochip announces the 12-member PIC18F87J11 high-performance 8-bit microcontroller family, offering greater performance (up to 12 MIPS at 48 MHz), enhanced peripherals and lower standby power consumption. The new family includes nanoWatt Technology for low power consumption in sleep mode (as low as 100 nA) which is ideal for battery-powered applications. The new devices are also the first Microchip 8-bit microcontrollers to offer the Parallel Master Port for connection to external devices. 
Microchip Introduces New General-Purpose Small PIC® MicrocontrollerMicrochip announces the PIC16F882 - the lowest-cost member of the PIC18F88X family yet. The PIC16F882 provides design engineers with a lower-cost migration option. The PIC16F882, along with the other four members of the PIC16F88X family, are pin- and code-compatible with other 28/40-pin PIC® Microcontrollers - offering a wide range of migration options, while providing a host of new features. The PIC16F88X enhancements include dual internal oscillators with clock switching and fail-safe clock mode; up to 14 ADC channels; an advanced dual comparator module featuring a Set/Reset Latch; and low-power enhancements that extend battery life. 
Microchip Introduces Next-Generation Energy Measurement SolutionMicrochip announces the MCP3909 energy-measurement IC and reference design. The new IC combines low power consumption with an SPI interface and active power pulse output. As a part of the MCP3909 3-Phase Energy Meter Reference Design, the new IC enables designers to rapidly develop new meter designs. 
Low-Cost Serial Communications Tool from MicrochipMicrochip has announced the PICkit Serial Analyzer which enables design engineers to easily and cost-effectively interface with embedded circuits within serial systems using any Windows-based PC. The new PICkit Serial Analyzer comes complete with a 28-pin demo board featuring the 8-bit PIC16F886 microcontroller. The kit's hardware and Graphical User Interface software allow testing and debugging of communication between the PC and several industry-standard serial protocols on the microcontroller being tested, including I2C, SPI and USART. 
Microchip Expands Its 32 Kbit SPI Serial EEPROM Family With High-Speed, 10 MHz DevicesMicrochip has announce it has expanded its SPI serial EEPROM family with the 32 Kbit 25AA320A and 25LC320A devices. The new devices are capable of operating at bus speeds of up to 10MHz, and are available in a range of packages, including the very low-profile MSOP and TSSOP. The new devices also offer Microchip's high endurance, quality, on-time delivery and short lead times as standard. 
Microchip Introduces 18-bit Delta-Sigma Analogue-to-Digital Converter in SOT-23 PackageMicrochip announces the highest resolution analogue-to-digital converter available in a 6-pin SOT-23 package. The low-power, 18-bit, Delta-Sigma MCP3421 ADC features an integrated voltage reference, oscillator and Programmable Gain Amplifier (PGA), which reduce the need for external components and enables a smaller overall design. 
Emulation system supports development with Microchip's PIC microcontrollersMicrochip has announced its MPLAB REAL ICE emulation system to support the development of applications that use Microchip's PIC microcontrollers and dsPIC Digital Signal Controllers. The MPLAB REAL ICE offers low-cost, next-generation emulation support, including faster memory interfacing and longer distance, higher speed target connections. Microchip Forms Specialist Medical Products GroupMicrochip has announced the formation of its Medical Products Group to address the emerging challenges of the medical electronics market. Many companies in the medical sector have already realised the benefits of using Microchip's semiconductors – which include small package sizes, low power consumption, and simple ways to add connectivity such as Ethernet, USB, ZigBee, IrDA and Controller Area Networking (CAN) to their products. Online Design Centre for Power-Supply ApplicationsMicrochip announces an online Intelligent Power-Supply Design Centre to provide the technical resources needed to design analogue power supplies, augment existing analogue power supply designs with inexpensive microcontrollers, or design Switch-Mode Power Supplies (SMPS) with full digital control of the power-conversion feedback loop. The site offers direct access to all of Microchip's power-supply application notes, reference designs and other technical documentation. Links to Microchip simulation tools (including the Mindi simulation tool for battery charger and power-supply circuits) are also provided. Find it at www.microchip.com/power 
Microcontrollers With High-Speed 12-bit ADCMicrochip announces its four-member PIC18F4523 family and its first family of high-end 8-bit Flash microcontrollers to include an on-chip high-speed 12-bit Analogue-to-Digital Converter peripheral with up to 13 channels. In addition, this family includes nanoWatt Technology features, which provide design engineers with multiple options for effectively managing power consumption and extending battery life. 
Single-Cell High Current Li-Ion / Li-Polymer Charge Management ControllersMicrochip has announced the MCP73833 and MCP73834 single-cell, high current (1A), Li-Ion/Li-Polymer linear charge-management controllers. These fully integrated devices combine several key charge-management and safety features in a single chip for reliable charging of high-capacity single-cell Li-Ion and Li-Polymer batteries. 
8-bit Microcontrollers With Integrated Ethernet Peripheral Optimised for Embedded ApplicationsMicrochip has announced a family of 8-bit microcontrollers with an integrated IEEE 802.3-compliant Ethernet communications peripheral. The PIC18F97J60 family is optimized for embedded applications, and has an on-chip Medium Access Controller and Physical Layer Device. 
1.5 Amp LDO from Microchip has many featuresMicrochip has announced a 1.5A LDO that incorporates shutdown, power good, programmable power good delay and bond-wire compensation on a single chip. The MCP1727 is a highly efficient, adjustable output, low-power LDO in small, thermally capable packages (8-pin SOIC or 3 mm x 3 mm DFN). The combination of high output current (1.5A) and low output voltage (down to 0.8V) makes the MCP1727 ideally suited for powering a variety of power supply applications including high-performance embedded processors. 
Microcontrollers with Flash and integrated EEPROM memoryMicrochip has announced the PIC18F4685 family of 8-bit high-performance, low-power, 28- and 44-pin Controller Area Network microcontrollers with 80 or 96 Kbytes of Flash and integrated EEPROM memory. This is said to be the largest amount of program memory available on a PIC18 microcontroller with an onboard ECAN module for CAN connectivity. 
New 2 x 3 mm DFN Package for Microchip's 6- and 8-pin MicrocontrollersMicrochip has announced that all of its 6-pin PIC10F microcontroller family are now available in ultra-small 2 mm x 3 mm Dual Flat No-lead (DFN) packages for space-constrained applications. Three members of Microchip's 8-pin Baseline PIC® microcontroller family are also available in a 2x3 DFN, providing additional I/O and functionality with the same footprint. The 2x3 DFN package requires 30 percent less board space than a SOT-23 package, at a reduced height. 
Microchip Offers Unique Advanced Security Features On Its 16-Bit Microcontroller FamilyMicrochip has announced that its dsPIC ® digital signal controllers (DSCs) and PIC24H microcontrollers (MCUs) are the first 16-bit devices on the market with advanced memory security features that allow collaborative sharing of memory, interrupts and peripherals on a single chip, without compromising individual intellectual property (IP). This memory segmentation can eliminate the need to store programs on separate chips in a multi-party design. 
Microchip Expands 20-pin PIC® Microcontroller FamilyMicrochip announces two new 20-pin PIC® microcontrollers to further strengthen its 8-bit portfolio. The PIC16F631 provides a cost-effective migration from 8- and 14-pin devices, while the PIC16F677 offers affordable hardware I2C™ & SPI capability. 
30 MIPS Digital Signal ControllerMicrochip's dsPIC Digital Signal Controller offers a performance of 30 MIPS, self-programming capable Flash memory, and industrial and extended temperature ranges. The dsPIC30F6015 features an advanced pulse-width modulation peripheral designed for power-conversion, motor-control and lighting applications, a 1-million samples per second (MSPS) 10-bit analogue-to-digital (A/D) converter, 144 Kbytes of Flash program memory and operation at full speed using an internal oscillator. 
Digital Signal Controllers for Intelligent Power Supply ApplicationsMicrochip has announced a new family of 16-bit Digital Signal Controllers for switch-mode power supply designs and other power-conversion applications such as power inverters and Uninterruptible Power Supplies. Online simulation tool for power management applicationsMicrochip has announced a Web-based simulation tool for power-management applications. Known as the Mindi simulation tool, the new software enables designers to quickly generate detailed circuit diagrams and specify associated passive components for a variety of power-supply and battery-charger applications. 
Full-Speed USB 2.0 PIC Microcontrollers from MicrochipMicrochip has announced two Flash PIC® microcontrollers, the PIC18F2450 and PIC18F4450 - both with certified Full-Speed USB 2.0 connectivity for 12 megabits-per-second (Mbps) data-transfer rates, and 12 MIPS (48MHz) processing performance. Combined with a wide variety of on-chip peripherals, nanoWatt Technology power management, and self-programmable Flash memory, these features provide a complete solution for designers working with USB in industrial, medical and many other embedded applications. |
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