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ATMEGA2560-16AU  

Microcontrollers

The ATMEGA2560-16AU is a microcontroller unit (MCU) manufactured by Microchip Technology. It is a part of the AVR Enhanced series of MCUs, which are known for their high performance, low power consumption, and advanced features.

Description:

The ATMEGA2560-16AU is a high-density, 8-bit microcontroller with a high level of integration. It features 256KB of In-System Programmable Flash memory, 16KB of SRAM, and 4KB of EEPROM. The MCU operates at a frequency of up to 16 MHz and has a wide operating voltage range of 1.8-5.5V.

Features:

1. High-performance 8-bit AVR core with 16 x 16-bit Multiply-Accumulate (MAC) instruction
2. 256KB In-System Programmable Flash memory with read-while-write capability
3. 16KB SRAM and 4KB EEPROM
4. 54 general-purpose I/O lines with optional internal pull-up resistors
5. 2 UARTs with programmable baud rates, separate RX/TX lines, and optional modem control lines
6. 2 8-bit Timer/Counters with PWM channels, 2 16-bit Timer/Counters with PWM channels, and 8-bit Timer/Counter with asynchronous mode
7. 2 8-bit PWM channels with independent clock source
8. 16-bit, 2-channel USB interface with on-chip PHY and internal USB oscillator
9. 16-bit, 4-channel ADC with up to 10 external single-ended inputs or 5 differential inputs
10. 2 digital comparators with internal reference voltage
11. 2-channel DMA controller
12. On-chip debug system with JTAG interface
13. Brownout detection with programmable threshold and hysteresis
14. Power-save mode, power-down mode, and standby mode for low-power operation
15. Operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C

Applications:

The ATMEGA2560-16AU is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its high performance, low power consumption, and advanced features. Some potential applications include:

1. Industrial control systems
2. Robotics and automation
3. Motor control applications
4. Portable and battery-powered devices
5. Medical equipment
6. Telecommunication systems
7. Networking and internet of things (IoT) devices
8. Consumer electronics
9. Automotive systems
10. Security systems

The ATMEGA2560-16AU's versatility and advanced features make it a popular choice for developers working on complex embedded systems that require high performance, low power consumption, and a wide range of communication interfaces.

ATMEGA2560-16AU Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for ATMEGA2560-16AU

PCN Assembly/Origin :

Assembly Site 27/Jul/2023      

Datasheets :

ATMEGA640, 1280-81, 2560-61(V) Complete      

PCN Packaging :

Boxes 07/Dec/2016       MBB/Label Chgs 16/Nov/2018      

Design Resources :

ATmega2560 Development Tool Selector      

PCN Design/Specification :

Marking Chgs 11/Jul/2017       ATmega640/1280/1281/2560/2561 07/May/2020      

Environmental Information :

Microchip CA Prop65       Microchip RoHS       Microchip REACH