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ATMEGA168PB-MU  

Microcontrollers

Microchip Technology's ATMEGA168PB-MU is a low-power, high-performance 8-bit microcontroller unit (MCU) based on the AVR enhanced low-power architecture. It is designed for a wide range of applications that require precise control, low power consumption, and high computational efficiency.

Description:

The ATMEGA168PB-MU is a member of the AVR family of microcontrollers, featuring a rich set of integrated peripherals and advanced core features. It is housed in a 44-pin QFN (Quad Flat No-leads) package, making it suitable for space-constrained applications.

Features:

1. CPU: 16 MHz with 32 general-purpose registers.
2. Memory: 16 KB of In-System Programmable Flash memory, 1 KB EEPROM, and 1 KB SRAM.
3. I/O: 14 digital I/O lines, 6-channel 10-bit ADC, and 4-channel PWM.
4. Communication: USART for serial communication, SPI, and TWI (I2C).
5. Timers: 2 8-bit Timer/Counters with 8-bit resolution, and 1 16-bit Timer/Counter with 16-bit resolution.
6. Interrupts: 21 interrupt sources with 3 priority levels.
7. Power Management: Sleep mode, power reduction techniques, and brown-out detection.
8. Security: JTAG interface and serial programming for secure firmware updates.
9. Operating Voltage: 1.8V to 5.5V.
10. Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C.

Applications:

The ATMEGA168PB-MU is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its low power consumption, high performance, and integrated peripherals. Some common applications include:

1. Industrial control systems: Implementing precise control algorithms for motor control, sensor interfacing, and data acquisition.
2. Home automation: Controlling smart home devices, such as lighting, heating, and security systems.
3. Portable devices: Powering battery-operated gadgets like fitness trackers, portable gaming devices, and electronic toys.
4. Medical equipment: Monitoring and controlling medical devices, such as blood glucose meters, blood pressure monitors, and infusion pumps.
5. Consumer electronics: Building user interfaces and control systems for appliances, audio equipment, and home entertainment systems.
6. IoT devices: Enabling low-power, connected devices for smart agriculture, smart cities, and environmental monitoring.

The ATMEGA168PB-MU's combination of low power consumption, high computational efficiency, and a rich set of integrated peripherals make it an excellent choice for a variety of embedded systems and IoT applications.

ATMEGA168PB-MU Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for ATMEGA168PB-MU

PCN Assembly/Origin :

ATMEGAxx/AVR16EB32xx 11/Oct/2023      

Datasheets :

ATmega48/88/168PB Datasheet       ATmega48/88/168PB Summary      

PCN Packaging :

Boxes 07/Dec/2016       Transfer to Microchip/Label/Pkg 5/Sep/2016      

Design Resources :

ATmega168 Development Tool Selector      

HTML Datasheet :

ATmega48/88/168PB Summary      

PCN Design/Specification :

ATMEGA Datasheet 13/Dec/2018       ATmega48PB/88PB/168PB 20/Oct/2021      

Environmental Information :

Microchip CA Prop65       Microchip RoHS       Microchip REACH