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ATSAMD20E16A-AU  

Microcontrollers

The ATSAMD20E16A-AU is a low-power microcontroller (MCU) from Microchip Technology. It is part of the SAM D20 series, which is designed for a wide range of applications that require low power consumption and high performance.

Description:

The ATSAMD20E16A-AU features a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M0+ processor with a maximum clock speed of 48 MHz. It includes 16 KB of flash memory, 1 KB of SRAM, and 256 bytes of non-volatile memory. The MCU is available in a 32-pin QFN package.

Features:

1. Low-power design: The ATSAMD20E16A-AU is designed for energy-efficient operation, making it suitable for battery-powered devices and other applications where power consumption is a critical factor.
2. Peripherals: The MCU includes a range of peripherals, including a 12-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC), a digital-to-analog converter (DAC), a real-time clock (RTC), and various communication interfaces such as UART, SPI, and I2C.
3. Security features: The ATSAMD20E16A-AU includes secure boot and flash memory read protection to help protect against unauthorized access and tampering.
4. Event system: The MCU features an event system that allows peripherals to communicate and synchronize with each other, reducing the need for CPU intervention and further lowering power consumption.

Applications:

The ATSAMD20E16A-AU is suitable for a wide range of applications, including:

1. Industrial control: The MCU can be used in industrial control systems for tasks such as motor control, sensor interfacing, and data acquisition.
2. Medical devices: The low power consumption and security features make the ATSAMD20E16A-AU suitable for use in battery-powered medical devices such as wearable health monitors and portable diagnostic equipment.
3. Portable electronics: The MCU can be used in portable electronic devices such as fitness trackers, smart watches, and wireless earbuds.
4. IoT devices: The ATSAMD20E16A-AU is well-suited for Internet of Things (IoT) applications, including smart home devices, environmental sensors, and remote monitoring systems.
5. Automotive: The MCU can be used in automotive applications such as control modules for window lifts, power mirrors, and other vehicle accessories.

Overall, the ATSAMD20E16A-AU is a versatile and energy-efficient MCU that offers a range of features and peripherals suitable for a wide range of applications. Its low-power design and security features make it particularly well-suited for battery-powered devices and other applications where power consumption and data protection are critical.

ATSAMD20E16A-AU Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for ATSAMD20E16A-AU

Errata :

SAM D20 Family Silicon Errata      

PCN Assembly/Origin :

Final Test Site 11/Mar/2021      

Datasheets :

SAM D20(E,G,J) Summary       SAM D20 Family Complete Datasheet      

PCN Packaging :

Boxes 07/Dec/2016       Transfer to Microchip/Label/Pkg 5/Sep/2016      

Design Resources :

ATSAMD20E16 Development Tool Selector      

PCN Design/Specification :

SAM D20 24/Mar/2021       Datasheet Rev 18/Mar/2022      

Environmental Information :

Microchip CA Prop65       Microchip RoHS       Microchip REACH