Microchip Explorer 8 MCU Development Kit Microcontroller PIC8 Core DM160228

Microchip DM160228 Explorer 8 MCU Development Kit is a versatile and comprehensive microcontroller development platform designed for evaluating and developing applications with Microchip's extensive range of 8-bit PIC microcontrollers, utilizing the PIC8 device core.

This development kit facilitates easy addition of functionalities through multiple expansion options including PICtail Daughter boards, MikroElektronika Click Boards, and Digilent Pmods Boards. Additionally, the board offers customizable expansion headers to tailor the hardware as needed for specific projects.

Supporting a wide range of 8-bit PIC microcontrollers from 8 to 80 pins, the Explorer 8 kit caters to varying application demands, providing flexibility and scalability. It includes multiple programming and debugging options such as PICkit 3, ICD 3, and MPLAB REAL ICE In-Circuit Emulator to streamline development workflows.

Power management is enhanced with three separate supplies: fixed 5V, fixed 3.3V, and a variable 1.5 to 4.5V supply, ensuring compatibility with a variety of peripherals and components. The kit features a built-in 16x2 character LCD display for user interaction and status monitoring, alongside push button switches for reset and user inputs.

Integration with Microchip's free MPLAB X Integrated Development Environment and the MPLAB Code Configurator provides an efficient graphical environment for generating C code via mouse-clicks, speeding up development and reducing coding errors.

The Explorer 8 Development Kit comes complete with 1 Explorer 8 Development Board, 1 pre-programmed PIC16F1719 microcontroller, and 1 USB cable for connectivity. This kit is ideal for industrial development, educational settings, and prototyping applications requiring robust MCU functionality.

Explore the capabilities of Microchip 8-bit PIC microcontrollers with this flexible and comprehensive development platform, suitable for industrial, educational, and embedded system projects in electronics, automation, and embedded design.

The kit supports all 8-bit PIC microcontrollers from 8 to 80 pins for wide applicability. Two MikroElektronika Click Board sockets enable easy integration of additional features. Provides support for two Diligent Pmods 12-pin interface boards for various expansions.

Includes PICtail and PICtail Plus expansion connectors for added versatility. Offers multiple debug and programming solutions including PICkit 3, ICD 3, and MPLAB REAL ICE In-Circuit Emulator. Integrates seamlessly with free MPLAB X Integrated Development Environment and MPLAB Code Configurator for streamlined programming.

Features three individual power supplies: 5V, 3.3V, and variable 1.5-4.5V to power diverse components. Equipped with a 16x2 character LCD display for status indication and user interface. Includes push button switches for device reset and user-defined inputs.

The kit contents include 1 Explorer 8 Development Board, 1 pre-programmed PIC16F1719, and 1 USB cable. For additional development tool options and Microchip products, browse EnvMart's Electronics Components and Development Kits categories.