Microchip Technology's ATMEGA64A-AU is a low-power, high-performance 8-bit microcontroller unit (MCU) based on the AVR enhanced low-power architecture. This MCU is designed for a wide range of applications that require advanced processing capabilities, low power consumption, and high integration.
Description:
The ATMEGA64A-AU is an 8-bit microcontroller with a high-density architecture, featuring 64KB of In-System Programmable (ISP) Flash memory, 4KB EEPROM, and 4KB SRAM. It operates at a frequency of up to 20 MHz and is equipped with various communication interfaces, including a Universal Synchronous/Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter (USART), Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI), and Inter-Integrated Circuit (I2C) bus.
Features:
- 64KB In-System Programmable Flash memory for storing the program code
- 4KB EEPROM for non-volatile data storage
- 4KB SRAM for temporary data storage
- 20 MHz operating frequency
- Enhanced low-power AVR architecture for efficient power consumption
- Multiple power-saving modes, including idle, power-down, and power-save
- 44 general-purpose input/output (GPIO) pins with various input/output options
- 32 general-purpose working registers for efficient data manipulation
- 6-channel 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) with optional differential input
- 8-channel Pulse Width Modulator (PWM)
- USART for serial communication
- SPI and I2C bus interfaces for peripheral communication
- Programmable watchdog timer with separate clock source
- On-chip debugging and programming interface
- Internal calibrated oscillator for precise clock generation
Applications:
The ATMEGA64A-AU is suitable for a wide range of applications, including but not limited to:
- Industrial control and automation systems
- Home automation and smart appliances
- Medical devices and equipment
- Portable electronic devices
- Telecommunication systems
- Data acquisition and signal processing systems
- Automotive control systems
- Security and surveillance systems
- Consumer electronics
- Battery-powered devices requiring low power consumption
The ATMEGA64A-AU's combination of advanced processing capabilities, low power consumption, and high integration makes it an ideal choice for applications that require a balance between performance and energy efficiency.