Microchip Microcontrollers
Microchip Technology's microcontroller portfolio encompasses the industry-leading PIC and AVR families, offering 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit solutions for virtually every embedded application. With decades of proven reliability and one of the broadest ecosystems in the industry, Microchip microcontrollers are the go-to choice for designers who need scalable performance, low power consumption, and extensive peripheral integration.
Key Features
- PIC16 and PIC18 8-bit families with Core Independent Peripherals (CIPs) for autonomous operation
- PIC24 and dsPIC33 16-bit families with integrated DSP capabilities for motor control and signal processing
- PIC32 32-bit families based on MIPS architecture for high-performance embedded applications
- AVR series (ATmega, ATtiny, AVR DA/DB) with hardware multiplier and efficient single-cycle execution
- Wide operating voltage range from 1.8V to 5.5V across most families
- Ultra-low-power modes with nanoWatt XLP technology for battery-operated designs
- Extensive on-chip peripherals including ADC, DAC, UART, SPI, I2C, USB, CAN, and Ethernet
- MPLAB X IDE and MPLAB Code Configurator for rapid development and code generation
- Automotive AEC-Q100 qualified options available for demanding environments
Applications
Brands We Carry
We source MCUs & processors from Microchip, NXP, Texas Instruments, Analog Devices, Infineon, Maxim, STMicroelectronics, Renesas, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
PIC microcontrollers use a proprietary architecture optimized for deterministic real-time performance and peripheral-rich applications. AVR microcontrollers use a modified Harvard RISC architecture with single-cycle instruction execution, making them popular for rapid prototyping and applications requiring efficient code density. Both families are now manufactured and supported by Microchip Technology.
Yes. Level Solutions specializes in sourcing hard-to-find and end-of-life components. Our global procurement network allows us to locate obsolete PIC and AVR microcontrollers that may no longer be available through standard distribution channels. All parts undergo rigorous third-party testing to ensure authenticity and conformance.
Yes. Microchip offers AEC-Q100 qualified versions of many PIC and AVR families for automotive applications. These parts are tested to withstand extended temperature ranges, vibration, and other harsh automotive operating conditions. Contact us with your specific requirements for availability and lead times.
Microchip provides MPLAB X IDE, a free integrated development environment that supports all PIC and AVR families. Additionally, MPLAB Code Configurator (MCC) enables graphical peripheral configuration and automatic code generation. Hardware tools include the MPLAB SNAP, PICkit, and ICD debuggers/programmers for in-circuit development and testing.
Related Products
NXP Microcontrollers
ARM Cortex-M based LPC and Kinetis series microcontrollers for industrial, automotive, and IoT applications.
Texas Instruments Microcontrollers
MSP430 ultra-low-power, C2000 real-time control, and Sitara ARM processors for diverse embedded systems.
Microchip FPGAs
PolarFire, IGLOO2, and SmartFusion FPGAs for defense, aerospace, and industrial applications.
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