The ATMEGA328P-MN is a microcontroller unit (MCU) produced by Microchip Technology. It is part of the ATmega family of 8-bit AVR microcontrollers, which are widely used in various applications due to their high performance, low power consumption, and ease of use.
Description:
The ATMEGA328P-MN is a high-performance, low-power 8-bit microcontroller based on the AVR enhanced RISC architecture. It features 32 KB of In-System Programmable Flash memory, 1 KB of EEPROM, and 2 KB of SRAM. The device operates at a frequency of up to 16 MHz and is available in a 28-pin PDIP (Plastic Dual In-line Package) package.
Features:
- 32 KB of In-System Programmable Flash memory for storing the program code
- 1 KB of EEPROM for non-volatile data storage
- 2 KB of SRAM for temporary data storage
- 16 MHz operation frequency
- 28 general-purpose input/output (GPIO) pins
- 16-bit timers with PWM capabilities
- USART for serial communication
- SPI and TWI (I2C) interfaces for communication with external devices
- ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter) with up to 10 channels
- Internal calibrated oscillator
- Sleep mode for low-power consumption
- Brownout detection and reset
- JTAG (Joint Test Action Group) interface for debugging and programming
Applications:
The ATMEGA328P-MN is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its versatility and ease of use. Some common applications include:
- Embedded control systems in industrial automation
- Home automation and IoT (Internet of Things) devices
- Robotics and autonomous vehicles
- Data acquisition and signal processing systems
- Battery-powered devices and energy-harvesting applications
- Consumer electronics, such as toys and appliances
- Medical devices and equipment
- Security systems, such as access control and surveillance
- Automotive control modules
- Educational and hobbyist projects, such as Arduino-based applications
The ATMEGA328P-MN is a popular choice for developers due to its balance of performance, power efficiency, and ease of programming. Its wide range of features and applications make it a versatile option for various electronic projects.