Microchip Technology's ATMEGA8535-16PU is a low-power, high-performance 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) based on the AVR enhanced RISC architecture. It is part of the ATmega family of microcontrollers, known for their efficient power usage and high code density.
Description:
The ATMEGA8535-16PU features a high-speed 16 MHz clock rate and is packed with various communication interfaces, making it suitable for a wide range of applications. It is available in a 40-pin Pico Universal (PU) package, which is compact and convenient for space-constrained designs.
Features:
- CPU: 8-bit AVR RISC-based microcontroller with 16 MHz clock rate.
- Memory:
- Flash Memory: 8 KB (LQFP)
- SRAM: 1 KB
- EEPROM: 512 B
- I/O: 28 general-purpose I/O lines with optional resistors, providing flexibility for various input/output configurations.
- Communication Interfaces:
- 2 USARTs (Universal Synchronous/Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter) for serial communication.
- SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) for high-speed communication with other SPI-enabled devices.
- TWI (Two-Wire Interface) for communication with I2C/TWI devices.
- Timers: 2 8-bit Timer/Counters with PWM channels, and a 16-bit Timer/Counter with PWM channels for precise timekeeping and pulse width modulation.
- Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): 8-channel, 10-bit ADC for converting analog signals to digital values.
- Voltage Reference: Internal and external references for the ADC.
- Power Management: Sleep modes to reduce power consumption during periods of inactivity.
- Interrupts: Multiple interrupt sources for efficient handling of external events.
- Security: JTAG (Joint Test Action Group) interface for debugging and programming, with an option to disable it for increased security.
Applications:
The ATMEGA8535-16PU is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its versatile feature set and efficient power usage. Some potential applications include:
- Industrial control systems: Utilizing its communication interfaces and timers, the ATMEGA8535-16PU can be used for controlling and monitoring various industrial processes.
- Home automation: Its I/O lines and communication interfaces make it suitable for controlling smart home devices and systems.
- Medical equipment: The microcontroller can be used in low-power medical devices, such as portable monitoring systems and wearable health devices.
- Automotive systems: The ATMEGA8535-16PU can be employed in various automotive applications, such as infotainment systems, body control modules, and engine management systems.
- Consumer electronics: Its compact form factor and low power consumption make it ideal for use in battery-powered devices like portable electronics and handheld gadgets.
The ATMEGA8535-16PU's combination of features, performance, and power efficiency make it a popular choice for a wide variety of embedded systems and applications.