Microchip Technology

ATMEGA8A-ANR  

Microcontrollers

Microchip Technology's ATMEGA8A-ANR is a low-power, high-performance 8-bit microcontroller based on the AVR enhanced RISC architecture. It is designed to provide high computational power while minimizing power consumption, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of applications.

Description:

The ATMEGA8A-ANR features 8 KB of In-System Programmable Flash memory for storing the program code, 1 KB of EEPROM, and 1 KB of SRAM. It operates at a maximum frequency of 20 MHz and has a wide operating voltage range of 1.8 to 5.5 volts. The microcontroller is available in a 44-pin QFN package.

Features:

1. 8-bit AVR RISC architecture with 128 instructions and a 16-bit wide register architecture.
2. 8 KB In-System Programmable Flash memory with read-while-write capability.
3. 1 KB EEPROM.
4. 1 KB SRAM.
5. 44 general-purpose I/O lines with optional internal pull-up resistors.
6. 32 general-purpose working registers.
7. Nested interrupt controller with 16 levels and 8 priority levels.
8. On-chip debug system with JTAG interface.
9. Two 8-bit timers/counters with input capture and compare modes.
10. Two PWM channels.
11. Eight-channel, 10-bit ADC with up to 11 gains.
12. Serial peripheral interface (SPI) and two universal synchronous/asynchronous receivers/transmitters (USARTs).
13. USB 2.0 full-speed interface with integrated PHY.
14. Internal and external interrupts with up to 15 sources.
15. Power-save mode, power-down mode, and idle mode for energy-efficient operation.
16. Brownout detection and reset.
17. Clock system with internal and external oscillator support, including a precision internal RC oscillator.
18. Temperature range of -40°C to 85°C.

Applications:

The ATMEGA8A-ANR is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its low-power consumption and high computational power. Some potential applications include:

1. Battery-powered devices, such as portable electronics and wireless communication devices.
2. Industrial control systems, such as motor control and sensor interfacing.
3. Medical devices, including portable monitoring equipment and diagnostic tools.
4. Home automation and smart home devices, such as lighting control and security systems.
5. Automotive applications, including control modules and sensor interfaces.
6. Consumer electronics, such as appliances, toys, and gaming devices.
7. Data acquisition and signal processing systems.
8. Embedded systems in various industries, including aerospace, telecommunications, and computing.

The ATMEGA8A-ANR's combination of features, performance, and energy efficiency make it a versatile choice for a wide range of embedded applications.

ATMEGA8A-ANR Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for ATMEGA8A-ANR

Errata :

ATmega8A Errata~      

PCN Assembly/Origin :

ATMEGA88PA/ ATMEGA168PA/ATMEGA48PA/ATMEGA8A/ATMEGA328P Test Site 10/Jan/2024      

Datasheets :

ATmega8A Complete       ATmega8A Summary      

PCN Packaging :

Boxes 07/Dec/2016       Tape and Reel Label Update 10/Feb/2015      

Scheme-It :

ATMEGA8A-ANR Scheme-It®      

Design Resources :

ATmega8A Development Tool Selector      

HTML Datasheet :

ATmega8A Summary      

PCN Design/Specification :

ATmega8A 24/Jan/2018       ATmega8A 06/Mar/2020      

Environmental Information :

Microchip CA Prop65       Microchip RoHS       Microchip REACH