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Plastic Microchip Pickit 3 Programmer Debugger
Minimum Order Quantity: 10 Piece
Product Brochure
| Voltage | 2.0 V |
| Material | Plastic |
| Memory | 512 KB(Flesh Memory) |
| Usage/Application | Electronics |
| Color | Red |
| Brand | Microchip |
| Weight | 50g |
| Product Type | Programming Debugger |
The PICkit 3 is a low-cost, versatile programmer/debugger designed by Microchip Technology for programming and debugging PIC microcontrollers and dsPIC digital signal controllers. It is widely used by hobbyists and professionals for embedded systems development.
Key Features:
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USB-powered, standalone programmer/debugger.
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Compatible with MPLAB X IDE.
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Supports a wide range of PIC and dsPIC devices.
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Provides in-circuit debugging capabilities.
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Integrated overvoltage/overcurrent protection.
Specifications:
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Power Supply: USB-powered (5V).
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Programming Voltage Range: 2.0V to 5.5V.
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Connection Interface: ICSP (In-Circuit Serial Programming) with 6-pin header.
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Supported Devices: PIC10, PIC12, PIC16, PIC18, PIC24, dsPIC30, dsPIC33 families.
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Programming Speed: Adjustable via MPLAB X IDE.
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Dimensions: Compact and portable design (~87mm x 37mm x 15mm).
Hardware Description:
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USB Connector: Interface for connecting to the PC.
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Status LEDs: Indicate power, busy, error, and programming states.
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ICSP Interface: 6-pin header for in-circuit programming and debugging.
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Protective Features: Includes ESD protection and current-limiting circuitry.
LED Indicators:
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Power (Green): Indicates that the device is powered and ready.
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Active (Yellow): Blinks during programming/debugging operations.
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Error (Red): Lights up in case of errors such as overcurrent or connection issues.
Connections:
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ICSP Pinout:
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VPP/MCLR: Programming voltage.
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VDD: Target device power.
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GND: Ground.
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PGD: Data line.
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PGC: Clock line.
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Auxiliary: Reserved for future use.
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Software Requirements:
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MPLAB X IDE: Official development environment from Microchip for programming and debugging.
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Driver Support: Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Usage:
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Connect the PICkit 3 to the PC using the USB cable.
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Open MPLAB X IDE and configure the target device.
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Connect the PICkit 3 to the target board using the ICSP header.
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Use the IDE to write, compile, and download the firmware to the target microcontroller.
Troubleshooting:
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Ensure proper ICSP connection and pin alignment.
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Verify that the target device is supported.
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Check for updates to MPLAB X IDE and device firmware.
Advantages:
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Affordable and easy to use.
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Supports a wide range of devices.
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Provides debugging and programming in one device.
Limitations:
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Limited debugging capabilities for newer devices.
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Slower programming speeds compared to advanced programmers.
Package Contents:
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PICkit 3 Programmer/Debugger.
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USB Cable.