Microchip has expanded its customizable logic offering with the CLB to enable even more complex hardware-based functions. The CLB executes custom hardware-based digital logic independently of the CPU, improving response time and power consumption. Users can configure basic logic elements such as matrix multipliers, lookup tables, and flip-flops to achieve logic functions.
The PIC16F13145 microcontrollers also incorporate other core-independent peripherals (CIPs), such as a 10-bit analog-to-digital converter with compute (ADCC), an 8-bit digital-to-analog converter (DAC), two fast comparators with a 50 ns response time, 8-bit and 16-bit timers, and I2C/SPI communication modules. These microcontrollers are offered in packages ranging from 8 to 20 pins for design flexibility, while also helping to eliminate the need for external logic components and reducing bill of materials costs and power consumption.
The PIC16F13145 MCU family is compatible with the PIC16F13145 Curiosity Nano Evaluation Kit (EV06M52A), also available from Mouser. The evaluation kit's built-in programmer/debugger eliminates the need for external tools, and Microchip's free MPLAB® X IDE and MPLAB Code Configurator (MCC) software provides an easy-to-use graphical interface for configuring the device and all onboard peripherals, such as the CLB.
Mouser, in collaboration with Microchip and All About Circuits, is currently sponsoring the 2025 Configurable Logic Design Challenge, a fantastic opportunity for developers to showcase their skills and creativity with the innovative Configurable Logic Block (CLB) peripheral. To participate, users must submit an abstract describing an innovative application for the PIC16F13145 MCU. If the abstract is accepted, they will receive a free PIC16F13145 Curiosity Nano evaluation kit to develop their design. With cutting-edge logic technology, expert judges, complementary development tools, and a total prize pool of $10,000, the possibilities are endless.
