Libraries, Code Examples and More

The Advanced Software Framework (ASF) provides a rich set of proven drivers and code modules developed by experts to reduce design time. It simplifies the usage of microcontrollers by providing an abstraction to the hardware through drivers and high-value middleware. ASF is a free and open-source code library designed to be used for evaluation, prototyping, design and production phases.

The Boundary Scan Description Language (BSDL) is used in boundary scan testing for device and board diagnostics. Ues this tool to download the BSDL file for your Microchip device. 

We collaborated with Accelerated Designs, Inc. to provide schematic symbols and PCB footprints in a vendor-neutral format for our products. Footprints generated by Ultra Librarian® are based on the IPC-7351 specification, so you can create consistent-quality CAD entities with minimal effort.

We offer code examples for controlling simple timers and UARTs, low-power modes, LCD displays, motor-control algorithms and many other projects. 

We provide IBIS models for various devices. These IBIS models are used to perform board-level Signal Integrity (SI) simulations and timing analysis when the actual I/O circuit schematics are not available. Check out what we have to offer.

Explore our many software libraries for resources that will enhance your project. Find the newest versions here.

Developing custom bootloader code can be a complex and time-consuming process. We provide tools that will generate bootloader firmware for your application based on the PIC^® microcontroller (MCU) you are using.

Microchip Gallery enables the easy distribution of software—such as extensions, utilities, plugins and more—that enhances the development ecosystem used for AVR^®, PIC^® and SAM microcontrollers. You can use it to upload and manage your software for distribution.

The Microchip Libraries for Applications (MLA) enhances interoperability for applications that need to use more than one library. After you download the MLA, you can select the projects that you need for your application. The software packages include source code, drivers, demos, documentation and utilities.

MPLAB Mindi Analog Simulator reduces circuit design time and design risk by simulating analog circuits prior to hardware prototyping. The result is fast, accurate analog circuit simulations.

SPICE models aid in the design and analysis of various circuits by allowing for detailed simulation of the circuit being designed.