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ATSAMD20J17A-AUT  

Microcontrollers

The ATSAMD20J17A-AUT is a microcontroller unit (MCU) produced by Microchip Technology. It is part of the SAM D20 family of ARM Cortex-M0+ based MCUs. Here is a brief description of the model, its features, and potential applications:

Description:

The ATSAMD20J17A-AUT is a low-power, high-performance MCU designed for a wide range of applications. It is built around the 32-bit ARM Cortex-M0+ processor, which offers efficient processing capabilities while maintaining low power consumption. This makes it suitable for battery-powered devices and other applications where energy efficiency is critical.

Features:

1. Processor: ARM-based Cortex-M0+ processor with a clock speed of up to 48 MHz.
2. Memory: Features 256 KB of flash memory, 32 KB of SRAM, and an additional 4 KB of read-while-write capable SRAM.
3. I/O: Offers a range of I/O options, including I2C, SPI, and UART interfaces for communication with other devices.
4. ADC: 12-bit ADC with up to 12 channels for analog input.
5. DAC: 10-bit DAC for generating analog output.
6. Timers: A range of timers for different timing and pulse management tasks.
7. Security: Includes features like a unique 128-bit UID, which can be used for secure identification and authentication.
8. Power Management: Advanced power management features to optimize energy consumption.
9. Peripherals: A variety of peripherals, including DMA controller, event system, and up to 20 GPIO with various functions.
10. Programmability: Supports a range of programming options, including the ARM Cortex-M0+ instruction set and various development tools and software libraries provided by Microchip.

Applications:

The ATSAMD20J17A-AUT is versatile and can be used in a wide range of applications due to its balance of performance, power efficiency, and feature set. Some potential applications include:

1. Industrial Automation: For controlling and monitoring industrial machinery and equipment.
2. Medical Devices: In portable or wearable medical devices where low power consumption is crucial.
3. Consumer Electronics: For smart home devices, wearables, and portable electronics.
4. Sensor Networks: As a hub for collecting and processing data from various sensors.
5. Automotive Applications: For in-vehicle infotainment systems, lighting control, and other electronic control units.
6. IoT Devices: As the central processing unit for Internet of Things (IoT) devices, particularly those that require low power and wireless connectivity.

The ATSAMD20J17A-AUT's combination of processing power, memory, and peripheral options make it a strong candidate for applications that require a compact, efficient, and reliable MCU.

ATSAMD20J17A-AUT Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for ATSAMD20J17A-AUT

Errata :

SAM D20 Family Silicon Errata      

PCN Assembly/Origin :

ATSAMC2YYY 11/Oct/2017      

Datasheets :

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

PCN Packaging :

Boxes 07/Dec/2016       MBB/Label Chgs 16/Nov/2018      

Design Resources :

ATSAMD20J17 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