Microchip Technology's ATMEGA128A-AU is a low-power, high-performance 8-bit microcontroller unit (MCU) based on the AVR enhanced RISC architecture. It is designed for a wide range of embedded applications that require high computational power, low power consumption, and a rich set of integrated peripherals.
Description:
The ATMEGA128A-AU features 128KB of In-System Programmable Flash memory for storing the program code, 16KB of SRAM for data storage, and 4KB of EEPROM for non-volatile storage. It operates at a maximum frequency of 16 MHz and is available in a 44-pin TQFP package.
Features:
- Enhanced AVR RISC architecture with 131 powerful instructions (most of them are single clock cycle)
- Up to 16 MHz operation at 5V
- 128KB of In-System Programmable Flash memory with read-while-write capability
- 16KB of SRAM
- 4KB of EEPROM
- Nested Vectored Interrupt Controller (NVIC) with 48 interrupt sources
- Up to 44 general-purpose I/O lines with optional internal pull-up resistors
- 33 general-purpose I/O lines with independent programmable voltage level translator
- 2 UARTs (USARTs) with mode support for SPI, LIN, and I2C
- 2-channel 8-bit resolution PWM
- 8-channel 10-bit ADC with up to 8 analog inputs
- 2-channel 8-bit resolution DAC with on-chip references
- 8-bit high-speed input capture
- 8-channel output compare
- SPI interface
- 2 independent timers with 8-bit resolution
- 2 independent timers with 16-bit resolution
- USB 2.0 full-speed (12 Mbps) interface
- Internal and external crystal oscillators with calibration
- Sleep, power-down, and power-save modes for low-power operation
- JTAG interface for programming and debugging
- On-chip debug support with background debugging capability
Applications:
The ATMEGA128A-AU is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its high computational power, low power consumption, and extensive set of integrated peripherals. Some common applications include:
- Industrial control and automation systems
- Medical equipment and devices
- Portable and battery-powered devices
- Telecommunication systems
- Automotive control systems
- Home appliances and smart devices
- Data acquisition and signal processing systems
- Robotics and unmanned vehicles
- Security and surveillance systems
- Human-Machine Interface (HMI) devices
The ATMEGA128A-AU's combination of performance, memory, and features makes it a versatile choice for developers looking to create efficient and reliable embedded systems.