Microchip Technology's ATMEGA168-20MI 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 efficient power consumption and high computational performance.
Description:
The ATMEGA168-20MI is a member of Microchip's megaAVR family of microcontrollers. It features a 20 MHz operation frequency, 16 KB of in-system programmable flash memory, 1 KB of EEPROM, and 1 KB of SRAM. The device is available in a 44-pin TQFP (Thin Quad Flat Package) package.
Features:
- 20 MHz operation frequency for high computational performance.
- 16 KB of in-system programmable flash memory for storing the program code.
- 1 KB of EEPROM for non-volatile data storage.
- 1 KB of SRAM for temporary data storage.
- Enhanced RISC architecture for efficient power consumption and performance.
- I/O Ports: 14 digital I/O pins with optional internal pull-up resistors.
- 16 general-purpose working registers for efficient data manipulation.
- 32 general-purpose I/O lines for flexible interface options.
- 8-channel, 10-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) for analog signal processing.
- 2-channel, 8-bit fast analog comparators (ACs) with programmable internal references.
- 8-bit and 16-bit timer/counters with PWM and input capture capabilities.
- Serial communication interfaces: USART (Universal Synchronous/Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter) and SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface).
- Internal calibrated RC oscillator for reliable clock operation.
- Sleep and power-save modes for low-power consumption.
- On-chip debug system with JTAG (Joint Test Action Group) interface.
Applications:
The ATMEGA168-20MI is suitable for a wide range of embedded applications, including but not limited to:
- Industrial control and automation systems.
- Home automation and smart appliances.
- Portable electronic devices and wearables.
- Data acquisition and signal processing systems.
- Battery-powered devices and energy-harvesting applications.
- Medical devices and equipment.
- Automotive control systems and accessories.
- Security systems and access control devices.
- Consumer electronics and IoT (Internet of Things) devices.
- Robotics and automation systems.
The ATMEGA168-20MI's combination of high performance, low power consumption, and a wide range of features make it an ideal choice for developers looking to create efficient and reliable embedded systems.