COMMUNICATIONS: First PIC MCU to integrate 16-bit ADC and 10 Msps ADC

This family is an analogue system on a chip that integrates a full analogue signal chain, including Microchip's first ever on-chip precision 16-bit ADC and 10 Msps 12-bit ADC, plus a DAC and dual operational amplifiers, along with eXtreme Low Power technology for extended battery life in portable medical and industrial applications. This combination of analogue integration and low power consumption reduces system cost and noise, and improves the signal throughput in applications which include portable medical monitoring devices such as blood glucose meters and blood pressure monitors; as well as industrial applications and portable monitoring devices, such as voltage and current monitors, gas sensors and high-speed sensor arrays, among others. The PIC24FJ128GC010 family includes an integrated LCD display driver that provides the ability to drive up to 472 segments with information-rich user displays that include scrolling alphanumeric banners. Integrated USB supports the uploading of clinical data for medical equipment and can act as a service/data port for industrial equipment. Capacitive touch sensing is supported with an on-chip mTouch peripheral. The integration of a 16-bit ADC, USB and LCD into a single low-power MCU allows for very small form-factor battery-powered applications. The PIC24FJ128GC010 family represents a significant cost reduction over a multi-chip implementation, enabling lower noise, faster throughput, smaller PCB size, and faster time to market. The PIC24FJ128GC010 family is supported by Microchip's Starter Kit for PIC24F Intelligent.Integrated.Analog (DM240015) which is being offered for a special introductory price of $89.99 for a limited time. This kit is focused on the family's integrated analogue to preserve signal integrity. It provides 95% of what designers need to develop a handheld analogue prototype - all they need to do is add sensors. Company and product info Microchip Technology Inc. is a leading provider of microcontroller, mixed-signal analogue, and Flash-IP solutions, providing low-risk product development, lower total system cost and faster time to market for thousands of diverse customer applications worldwide. Headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, Microchip offers outstanding technical support along with dependable delivery and quality. Product range Microcontrollers & Digital Signal Controllers Analogue & Interface Products Touch & Gesture Sensing Solutions RF & Wireless Products Memory Products Embedded Security Products Development Systems USB & Ethernet Solutions Standards and certifications ISO/TS-16949 ISO-9001 ISO 14001 OHSAS 18001 Industries/sectors served Industrial Consumer Appliance Automotive Medical Automation Contact information Microchip Technology 720 Wharfedale Road IQ Winnersh, Wokingham Berkshire RG41 5TP T: +44 (0)118 921 5800 E: euro.enquiry@microchip.com http://support.microchip.com W: www.microchip.com