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ATSAMD20J17A-MU  

Microcontrollers

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

Description:

The ATSAMD20J17A-MU is a low-power, high-performance MCU designed for a wide range of embedded applications. It features an ARM Cortex-M0+ processor with 256KB of flash memory, 32KB of SRAM, and a wide range of peripherals to support various interfaces and communication protocols.

Features:

1. Processor: ARM Cortex-M0+ core with a maximum CPU frequency of 48MHz.
2. Memory: 256KB of flash memory and 32KB of SRAM.
3. Peripherals: A comprehensive set of peripherals, including but not limited to:
   • Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) for secure data encryption.
   • Real-Time Clock (RTC) for timekeeping functions.
   • Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface for communication and power delivery.
   • Serial Communication Interface (SERCOM) for SPI, UART, and I2C communication.
   • Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) channels for control of motors and other devices.
   • Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) for analog signal processing.
   • Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) for generating analog signals.
   • Event System for efficient inter-peripheral communication.
4. Power Management: Low-power sleep modes to conserve energy in battery-powered applications.
5. Security: Secure boot options and other security features to protect against unauthorized access and firmware tampering.
6. Package: The -MU denotes a QFN (Quad Flat No-leads) package, which is a space-saving surface-mount package with no leads.

Applications:

The ATSAMD20J17A-MU is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its versatility and low-power consumption. Some potential applications include:

1. Industrial Control: For control systems in manufacturing and automation.
2. Medical Devices: In portable or wearable medical devices that require low power and secure data handling.
3. Consumer Electronics: In smart home devices, IoT devices, and portable electronics.
4. Automotive: For in-vehicle infotainment systems, sensor networks, and body control modules.
5. Portable Devices: In battery-powered devices where low power consumption is critical, such as fitness trackers and portable instruments.
6. Sensor Networks: For data acquisition and processing in IoT and sensor network applications.

The ATSAMD20J17A-MU's combination of processing power, memory, and a wide range of peripherals make it a versatile choice for developers looking to create energy-efficient, feature-rich embedded systems.

ATSAMD20J17A-MU Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for ATSAMD20J17A-MU

Errata :

SAM D20 Family Silicon Errata      

PCN Assembly/Origin :

Assembly Site 15/Jun/2023      

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