mplab-xc16 ☆
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Description:
Compiler for 16-bit PIC and SAM MCUs and MPUs
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 2.10@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: compiler pic embedded c-language microchip
Install: brew install --cask mplab-xc16
About:
MPLAB XC16 is a C compiler specifically designed for Microchip's 16-bit PIC and dsPIC microcontrollers. It integrates seamlessly with the MPLAB X IDE to provide debugging and optimization capabilities. The compiler supports standard C code and includes libraries for peripheral initialization and device-specific operations.
Key Features:
  • Optimized code generation for 16-bit architectures
  • Seamless integration with MPLAB X IDE
  • Support for C90 and C99 standards
  • Includes peripheral libraries for easy hardware access
Use Cases:
  • Developing firmware for 16-bit PIC microcontrollers
  • Porting legacy assembly code to C
  • Optimizing code size and execution speed for embedded systems
Alternatives:
  • XC8 – Microchip's compiler for 8-bit MCUs
  • XC32 – Microchip's compiler for 32-bit MCUs and MPUs
Version History
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Aug 5, 2025 2:21pm 2.10 0 VERSION_BUMP d6c2fb40
Jan 1, 2024 2:22pm 2.09 0 VERSION_BUMP 9e924653
Jul 16, 2022 10:58pm 2.09 0 VERSION_BUMP da7ba662
Jun 19, 2022 5:47am 2.00 0 VERSION_BUMP 5e8647a5
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