The ATMEGA168PA-AU is a low-power, high-performance 8-bit microcontroller unit (MCU) manufactured by Microchip Technology. It is based on the AVR enhanced low-power CMOS 8-bit architecture and features a rich set of integrated peripherals, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
Description:
The ATMEGA168PA-AU is an 8-pin package MCU with 16 KB of In-System Programmable (ISP) Flash memory, 1 KB EEPROM, and 1 KB SRAM. It operates at a frequency of 16 MHz and has a wide operating voltage range of 1.8 - 5.5 V. The device is available in an 8-pin PDIP (Plastic Dual In-line Package) package.
Features:
- 16 KB of In-System Programmable Flash memory with read-while-write capability
- 1 KB EEPROM
- 1 KB SRAM
- 32 general-purpose I/O lines with optional internal pull-ups
- 32 MHz crystal oscillator
- Internal and external interrupts
- Three 8-bit timers with PWM channels
- Eight-level deep power management system
- SPI and I2C serial communication interfaces
- USART for asynchronous serial communication
- Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 interface
- ADC with up to 8 channels and 10-bit resolution
- Programmable watchdog timer with internal oscillator
- Two power saving sleep modes
Applications:
The ATMEGA168PA-AU is designed for a wide range of applications that require low power consumption and a compact form factor. Some of the common applications include:
- Battery-powered devices: Due to its low-power consumption, the ATMEGA168PA-AU is suitable for devices that run on batteries, such as portable electronics, remote controls, and wireless sensors.
- Industrial control systems: The device's robust set of peripherals and communication interfaces make it suitable for industrial control applications, such as motor control, sensor interfacing, and data acquisition systems.
- Home automation: The ATMEGA168PA-AU can be used in home automation systems for controlling lighting, HVAC, and security systems.
- Medical devices: The low-power consumption and small form factor make it suitable for portable medical devices, such as glucometers, blood pressure monitors, and wearable health monitors.
- Toys and games: The device's integrated peripherals and communication interfaces make it suitable for applications in toys and games, such as remote-controlled vehicles, robotic toys, and electronic games.
- Data logging: The ATMEGA168PA-AU can be used in data logging applications, such as temperature monitoring, humidity control, and energy consumption tracking.
The ATMEGA168PA-AU's combination of low-power consumption, versatile peripherals, and compact form factor make it a popular choice for a wide range of applications in various industries.