Versatile MCU for advanced applications

29-04-2024 | WIN SOURCE | Semiconductors

WIN SOURCE now offers the ATMEGA328P-AUR MCU, a cornerstone of Microchip Technology's low-power, high-performance AVR 8-bit MCU series. This device employs an advanced RISC architecture, able to execute most instructions in a single clock cycle, attaining throughputs close to 1MIPS/MHz. This efficiency enables applications to balance power consumption with processing speed effectively.

The device provides impressive features, including up to 32KB of in-system self-programmable flash, 1KB EEPROM, and 2KB SRAM, supplying ample space for complex applications. Operating voltage varies from 1.8V to 5.5V, and the temperature range is -40C to 85C, ensuring adaptability to various operating environments.

The device's peripheral capabilities are extensive, featuring two 8-bit and one 16-bit timer/counters, a real-time counter, six PWM channels, and an 8-channel 10-bit ADC in specific packages. Connectivity is enabled through a programmable serial USART, master/slave SPI serial interface, and byte-oriented 2-wire serial interface compatible with Philips I2C, ensuring versatile communication options.

The MCU's standout feature is its low power consumption. Its modes are designed to minimise energy consumption while maintaining functionality, making it excellent for battery-powered and portable devices. Its internal calibrated oscillator improves system reliability by supplying a ready-to-use clock, decreasing the necessity for external components.

The device is ideal for various applications, from consumer electronics to complex industrial controls. Its support for capacitive touch interfaces opens doors to innovative user interaction possibilities in devices such as home automation systems, personal gadgets, and industrial interfaces.

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