Microchip releases cost-effective in-circuit debugger
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Microchip Technology has launched the MPLAB® PICkit™ Basic in-circuit debugger to make its programming and debugging capabilities accessible to a wider range of engineers, including students and hobbyists.
Unlike other complex and costly debuggers, this affordable debugger provides high-speed USB 2.0 connectivity, CMSIS-DAP support, compatibility with numerous Integrated Development Environments (IDEs), and a wide array of microcontrollers.
The versatile debugger can be utilised across various projects and platforms, including VS Code ecosystems, thus streamlining the workflow and minimising the need for multiple tools.
The MPLAB PICkit Basic programmer debugger employs a USB Type-C cable, promoting enhanced connectivity, quicker data transfer, and a more reliable connection, thereby minimising issues related to outdated or incompatible cables.
Many advanced debugging and programming tools can be costly, rendering them less accessible to hobbyists, students, and smaller development teams. The MPLAB PICkit Basic debugger provides advanced features at a lower price point, starting at $29.99, without compromising functionality.
The MPLAB PICkit Basic debugger supports a wide range of microcontrollers and is compatible with Microchip’s MPLAB X IDE, MPLAB Integrated Programming Environment (IPE), and MPLAB Extensions for VS Code. It also accommodates third-party options such as IAR Embedded Workbench and various debugging interfaces, including four-wire JTAG and Serial Wire Debug.
Advanced debugging capabilities include automatic device selection and adapter support for Arm® Cortex®-based devices.
“As part of an ongoing strategy to make Microchip solutions easier to work with and more accessible, the MPLAB PICkit Basic debugger was designed to be versatile and cost-effective for the development community,” said Rodger Richey, vice president of development systems and academic programs at Microchip Technology. “Compatibility with a wide range of microcontrollers and robust debugging capabilities make it an essential tool for hobbyists and professional engineers looking to optimise their development workflows.”
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