Microchip Technology's ATMEGA128L-8AUR is a low-power, high-performance 8-bit microcontroller 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 extended memory capabilities.
Description:
The ATMEGA128L-8AUR is a member of Microchip's megaAVR family of microcontrollers. It features a 128KB In-System Programmable Flash memory, 8KB SRAM, and 4KB EEPROM. The device operates at a frequency of up to 8MHz and is available in a 44-pin TQFP (Thin Shrink Small Outline Package) package.
Features:
- 128KB In-System Programmable Flash memory for storing the program code
- 8KB SRAM for fast data storage and manipulation
- 4KB EEPROM for non-volatile data storage
- Enhanced RISC architecture with 131 powerful instructions (most of them executed in a single clock cycle)
- Up to 44 general-purpose I/O lines
- 16 interrupt sources with nested interrupt vectors for efficient interrupt handling
- On-chip debugging and programming support with JTAG and ISP (In-System Programming) interfaces
- Low-power consumption modes, including Idle, Power-down, and Power-save
- Internal and external interrupts with configurable interrupt priorities
- On-chip peripherals, including UART, SPI, and I2C for communication and data transfer
- 8-channel 10-bit ADC for analog-to-digital conversion
- PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) channels for generating precise control signals
- CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check) support for error detection in data communication
- Watchdog timer for system reliability and reset functionality
Applications:
The ATMEGA128L-8AUR is suitable for a wide range of embedded applications due to its high computational power, low power consumption, and extended memory capabilities. Some of the potential applications include:
- Industrial control and automation systems
- Medical devices and equipment
- Portable and wearable electronics
- Home automation and smart home devices
- Data acquisition and signal processing systems
- Communication and networking devices
- Automotive control systems
- Battery-powered devices and energy-harvesting applications
- Security systems and surveillance equipment
- Consumer electronics, such as appliances and entertainment systems
The ATMEGA128L-8AUR's combination of performance, memory, and low-power features make it an excellent choice for developers looking to create efficient and reliable embedded systems.