The ATMEGA16L-8MU is a low-power, high-performance microcontroller unit (MCU) manufactured by Microchip Technology. It is part of the ATmega family of MCUs, which are based on the AVR enhanced low-power 8-bit RISC architecture.
Description:
The ATMEGA16L-8MU is a 28-pin, 8MHz microcontroller with 16 KB of in-system programmable flash memory, 1 KB of EEPROM, and 1 KB of SRAM. It operates at a supply voltage range of 1.8V to 5.5V and a typical operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.
Features:
- 16 KB of in-system programmable flash memory with read-while-write capability
- 1 KB of EEPROM
- 1 KB of SRAM
- 23 general-purpose I/O lines
- 32 general-purpose working registers
- Nested interrupt controller with 16 priority levels
- On-chip debug support with JTAG interface
- Two 8-bit timer/counters with input capture and compare modes
- Two 16-bit timer/counters with input capture and compare modes
- Eight-channel 10-bit ADC with up to 11 differential inputs
- Serial communication interfaces: one USART and one SPI
- Two I2C bus interfaces
- One 16-bit USART with multi-purpose I/O pins
- Programmable watchdog timer with internal oscillator
- On-chip oscillator calibration for precise timing
- Sleep, power-down, and power-save modes for low-power operation
- Brownout detection and reset
- Three software selectable power saving modes
Applications:
The ATMEGA16L-8MU is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its low-power consumption, high performance, and versatile features. Some common applications include:
- Industrial control and automation systems
- Home automation and smart appliances
- Medical devices and equipment
- Portable electronics and battery-powered devices
- Data acquisition and signal processing systems
- Remote monitoring and control systems
- Embedded systems in automotive applications
- Security systems and access control devices
- Telecommunication equipment
- Consumer electronics and IoT devices
The ATMEGA16L-8MU's combination of features and performance makes it a popular choice for developers looking for a reliable and efficient microcontroller for their projects.