Silicon Labs’ PG23 Offers Optimal Solution During MCU Shortage
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As lead times continue to increase in the wake of microcontroller unit (MCU) shortages, Silicon Labs’ PG23 is an essential component to combat supply disruptions. Part of the Series 2 Gecko portfolio, the EFM32PG23™ family of MCUs is ideal for battery-operated and embedded applications in industrial and consumer markets.
Incorporating an 80 MHz Cortex-M33 with robust analog and communication peripherals, the PG23 provides up to 512kB of flash, 64 kB of RAM, and comprehensive security through SecureVault™ integration. Providing software compatibility with Silicon Labs’ extensive portfolio of SoCs, the PG23 is a compact, power-efficient, and secure embedded solution.
PG23 Applications
The PG23 is an ideal component for a wide range of industrial internet of things (IIoT) applications including:
- Metering
- Industrial Automation
- Test and Measurement
- Appliances
- Portable Medical Devices
Develop with Silicon Labs’ PG23 Pro Kit
The PG23 Pro Kit provides all the tools necessary (Figure 1) to begin developing with a Silicon Labs’ EFM32PG23 microcontroller.
Figure 1: Silicon Labs' PG23 Pro Kit Block Diagram
Source: Silicon Labs
Key features of the PG23 pro kit include:
- EFM32PG23 Gecko Microcontroller
- Low Energy Operation
- An Advanced Energy Monitoring system for precise current and voltage tracking
- Robust peripheral set and up to 34 GPIO
- Integrated Segger J-Link USB debugger/emulator
- 20-pin expansion header
- Breakout pads for easy access to I/O pins
- Silicon Labs' Si7021 Relative Humidity and Temperature Sensor
Looking to enable energy-efficient, embedded applications through the PG23’s precision, power performance, and robust security? Browse the PG23 Family:
