The ATSAMD21G18A-MF is a microcontroller unit (MCU) manufactured by Microchip Technology. It is a part of the SAM D21 family of ARM Cortex-M0+ based MCUs, designed for low-power and high-precision applications.
Description:
The ATSAMD21G18A-MF is a low-power microcontroller with a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M0+ processor, running at a maximum frequency of 48 MHz. It features 256KB of flash memory, 32KB of SRAM, and a wide range of communication interfaces, including USB, SERCOM (Serial Communication Interface), and SPI/I2C/UART.
Features:
- ARM Cortex-M0+ processor with a maximum frequency of 48 MHz
- 256KB of flash memory
- 32KB of SRAM
- USB interface for communication and power delivery
- SERCOM (Serial Communication Interface) for I2C, SPI, and UART communication
- 12-channel DMA (Direct Memory Access) controller for efficient data transfer
- Low-power sleep modes to conserve energy
- Peripheral touch controller for capacitive touch sensing
- CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check) generator for error detection
- Event system for efficient inter-peripheral communication
Applications:
The ATSAMD21G18A-MF is suitable for a wide range of applications that require low power consumption, precise control, and efficient data communication. Some of the potential applications include:
- Battery-powered devices, such as wireless sensors, portable instruments, and wearable electronics
- Industrial control and automation systems, including motor control and sensor interfacing
- Medical devices, such as portable monitoring equipment and diagnostic tools
- Smart home applications, including IoT devices, lighting control, and home automation systems
- Consumer electronics, such as remote controls, toys, and small appliances
- Automotive applications, including infotainment systems, body control modules, and power management systems
The ATSAMD21G18A-MF's combination of low power consumption, high precision, and versatile communication interfaces make it an ideal choice for a wide range of embedded systems and IoT applications.