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ATMEGA324PA-AUR  

Microcontrollers

The ATMEGA324PA-AUR is a microcontroller unit (MCU) manufactured by Microchip Technology. It belongs to the ATmega family of 8-bit AVR microcontrollers, which are widely used in various embedded systems and applications.

Description:

The ATMEGA324PA-AUR is a high-performance, low-power MCU featuring a rich set of integrated peripherals and a wide operating voltage range. It is based on the enhanced AVR core, which provides high computational efficiency and fast execution of instructions.

Key Features:

1. CPU: 8-bit AVR RISC-based microcontroller with a clock frequency of up to 20 MHz.
2. Memory: 32 KB of In-System Programmable Flash memory, 2 KB of In-System Programmable SRAM, and 1 KB of EEPROM.
3. I/O: 41 general-purpose I/O lines, with support for external interrupts and various communication protocols.
4. ADC: 8-channel, 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) with up to 11 input channels.
5. Communication Interfaces: Two USARTs (Universal Synchronous/Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter) for serial communication, and a 2-wire Serial Interface (TWI).
6. Timers: 4 timer/counters with various modes, including 8-bit, 16-bit, and a high-resolution 16-bit timer.
7. PWM: 2-channel Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) controller for generating precise timing signals.
8. Voltage Regulator: Internal voltage regulator with a wide operating voltage range (1.8V to 5.5V).
9. Power Saving: Sleep modes and power reduction features to minimize power consumption in battery-powered applications.
10. Security: JTAG interface and serial programming for secure firmware updates and debugging.

Applications:

The ATMEGA324PA-AUR is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its versatile features and robust performance. Some common applications include:

1. Industrial control systems: Implementing control algorithms, monitoring sensors, and managing actuators in industrial automation.
2. Home automation: Controlling smart home devices, managing energy consumption, and integrating with IoT ecosystems.
3. Medical devices: Powering portable medical equipment, monitoring vital signs, and interfacing with sensors.
4. Automotive systems: Managing various electronic control units (ECUs) in vehicles, such as engine control, safety systems, and infotainment systems.
5. Consumer electronics: Powering portable devices, implementing user interfaces, and managing communication protocols in gadgets like smartphones, wearables, and IoT devices.
6. Robotics: Controlling robotic systems, managing sensor data, and coordinating actuator movements in autonomous robots.

The ATMEGA324PA-AUR's combination of processing power, memory, and integrated peripherals makes it a popular choice for developers looking to create efficient and reliable embedded systems.

ATMEGA324PA-AUR Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for ATMEGA324PA-AUR

PCN Assembly/Origin :

Fabrication Site 27/Sep/2023      

Datasheets :

ATmega164A/PA/324A/PA/644A/PA/1284/P      

PCN Packaging :

Transfer to Microchip/Label/Pkg 5/Sep/2016       Tape and Reel Label Update 10/Feb/2015      

Design Resources :

ATmega324P Development Tool Selector      

PCN Design/Specification :

ATmega324P/V 05/Apr/2018       ATmega164A/PA/324A/PA/644A/PA/1284/P 20/Jan/2020      

Environmental Information :

Microchip CA Prop65       Microchip RoHS       Microchip REACH