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\nMicrochip\u2019s CLB-based PIC\u00ae MCUs combine programmable logic and embedded control in a single device to help reduce latency, cost and design complexity
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CHANDLER, Ariz., April 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Engineers designing timing\u2011critical systems for motor control, industrial automation and automotive safety applications often face challenges with latency and unpredictable software execution. To help address these challenges without adding the cost and complexity of multichip designs, Microchip Technology (Nasdaq: MCHP)<\/strong> is expanding its Configurable Logic Block (CLB)\u2013based microcontroller (MCU) portfolio. The PIC16F13276<\/strong><\/a> and PIC18-Q35<\/strong><\/a> families combine Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD)-like programmable logic and an MCU in a single, low-power device.<\/p>\n

Microchip\u2019s CLB is designed to simplify multitasking by enabling users to implement logic functions in dedicated hardware instead of software. This helps reduce power consumption, provide more predictable system behavior and improve throughput compared to software only MCU solutions or discrete CPLD\u2011plus\u2011MCU implementations. The new device families offer the option to automatically load the CLB at power\u2011up or reset, allowing the logic to initialize independent of the CPU, supporting predictable startup behavior that may be required in functional safety, industrial and automotive systems.<\/p>\n

The PIC16F13276 family has 32 logic elements and the PIC18\u2011Q35 family has 128 logic elements, enabling engineers to implement parallel, deterministic logic alongside embedded control on a single chip. This integrated approach can replace separate CPLD and MCU designs, reducing bill of materials (BOM), board space and overall system cost and complexity.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur new product development isn\u2019t based on keeping pace with competitors, it\u2019s based on efficiently solving real-world design challenges,\u201d said Greg Robinson, corporate VP of Microchip\u2019s MCU business unit. \u201cBy enabling CPLD\u2011like functionality on a low\u2011power, cost\u2011effective microcontroller, these two families give engineers an easy way to add programmable logic to their designs.\u201d<\/p>\n

The devices are drop-in compatible with existing PIC16 and PIC18 designs, enabling customers to adopt hardware-based logic without a complete redesign of their systems. Additionally, Programming and Debugging Interface Disable (PDID) provides anti\u2011tamper protection to help safeguard designs from unauthorized access and malicious modification.<\/p>\n

With hardware\u2011based timing paths, Microchip\u2019s CLB addresses timing challenges in software-based systems and a CLB timing analysis tool allows designers to identify signal delays, critical paths and potential timing risks early in the design cycle. Verifying timing issues upfront helps reduce debug time. Visit the website to learn more about Microchip\u2019s portfolio of CLB-enabled MCUs<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

\n Development Tools<\/strong>
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Microchip\u2019s enhanced CLB Configuration tool, now available in Microsoft\u00ae Visual Studio\u00ae Code (VS Code\u00ae), helps accelerate logic development through an intuitive, drag\u2011and\u2011drop graphical interface. The integrated CLB synthesizer combines logic design with upfront timing analysis, simulation and hardware debug capability, enabling developers to verify functionality, observe real\u2011time operation and validate precise timing without writing HDL code or manually configuring registers. The PIC16F13276 and PIC18\u2011Q35 MCUs are also supported by Microchip\u2019s comprehensive development ecosystem, including MPLAB\u00ae X Integrated Development Environment (IDE) and MPLAB Code Configurator (MCC). The PIC18F56Q35 Curiosity Nano (EV55P36A) and PIC16F13276 Curiosity Nano (EV18Z11A) evaluation kits provide cost\u2011effective, ready\u2011to\u2011use hardware platforms with full programming and debugging support for rapid prototyping and evaluation.<\/p>\n

\n Pricing and Availability<\/strong>
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PIC16F13276 MCUs are available starting at $0.32 at volume and the PIC18\u2011Q35 devices are available starting at $0.62 at volume. You can purchase<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0directly from Microchip or contact a Microchip sales representative or authorized worldwide distributor<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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