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ATSAMD21E16B-AFT  

Microcontrollers

The ATSAMD21E16B-AFT is a microcontroller unit (MCU) manufactured by Microchip Technology. It is part of the SAM D21 series of ARM Cortex-M0+ based MCUs, which are designed for low-power and cost-effective applications.

Description:

The ATSAMD21E16B-AFT is a low-power, 32-bit ARM Cortex-M0+ based MCU with a high-performance CPU running at a maximum frequency of 48 MHz. It features 16 Kbytes of flash memory, 2 Kbytes of SRAM, and a wide range of communication interfaces, including USB, SERCOM (Serial Communication Interface), and I2C.

Features:

1. ARM Cortex-M0+ processor with a maximum CPU frequency of 48 MHz.
2. 16 Kbytes of flash memory for program storage.
3. 2 Kbytes of SRAM for data storage.
4. USB interface for easy connectivity with a PC or other USB devices.
5. SERCOM interfaces for serial communication, including SPI, UART, and I2C.
6. I2C interface for communication with I2C devices.
7. Low-power sleep modes to conserve energy in battery-powered applications.
8. Event system for easy integration of peripherals and efficient power management.
9. Capacitive touch support for touch-sensitive user interfaces.
10. On-chip debugging and programming support with the SWD (Serial Wire Debug) interface.

Applications:

The ATSAMD21E16B-AFT is suitable for a wide range of applications that require low power consumption, cost-effectiveness, and a compact form factor. Some common applications include:

1. Battery-powered devices, such as wireless sensors, portable instruments, and wearable electronics.
2. Industrial control and automation systems, including motor control and data acquisition.
3. Medical devices, such as portable monitoring equipment and diagnostic tools.
4. Home automation and Internet of Things (IoT) devices, including smart home appliances and security systems.
5. Human-Machine Interface (HMI) devices, such as touch-sensitive panels and control systems.
6. Data communication and networking applications, including USB peripherals and I2C/SPI interfaces.
7. Consumer electronics, such as toys, remote controls, and portable audio devices.

The ATSAMD21E16B-AFT's combination of low power consumption, a powerful CPU, and a variety of communication interfaces make it an ideal choice for many embedded systems and IoT applications.

ATSAMD21E16B-AFT Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for ATSAMD21E16B-AFT

Errata :

SAM D21 Family Errata, Clarification      

PCN Assembly/Origin :

Test Site 14/Jun/2022      

Datasheets :

SAM D21/DA1 Family Datasheet      

PCN Packaging :

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

Design Resources :

ATSAMD21E16 Development Tool Selector      

PCN Design/Specification :

SAM D21/DA1 10/Sep/2021       SAM D21/DA1 05/Apr/2021      

Environmental Information :

Microchip CA Prop65       Microchip RoHS       Microchip REACH