The ATTINY44-20SSU is a low-power, 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) from Microchip Technology. It belongs to the AVR Enhanced series and is designed for a wide range of applications that require small size, low power consumption, and high performance.
Description:
The ATTINY44-20SSU features an 8-bit RISC CPU with 32 general-purpose registers, 4K bytes of In-System Programmable Flash memory, 256 bytes of EEPROM, and 256 bytes of RAM. It operates with a supply voltage range of 1.8V to 5.5V and has a wide temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.
Features:
- 8-bit RISC CPU with high code density and execution speed.
- 4KB In-System Programmable Flash memory for storing the program code.
- 256B EEPROM for non-volatile data storage.
- 256B SRAM for temporary data storage.
- 20 I/O lines with various functions, including PWM, ADC, and USART.
- 8-channel, 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) for analog signal processing.
- On-chip oscillator with calibration and precision.
- Sleep mode for low-power consumption.
- Programmable watchdog timer for system monitoring and reset.
- In-System Programming (ISP) and In-Application Programming (IAP) capabilities for easy firmware updates.
- Small 20-pin SSOP package for compact designs.
Applications:
The ATTINY44-20SSU is suitable for a variety of applications due to its small size, low power consumption, and versatile features. Some common applications include:
- Battery-powered devices, such as wireless sensors, remote controls, and portable electronics.
- Industrial control and monitoring systems, like temperature or humidity sensors.
- Home automation and IoT devices, such as smart switches, lighting control, and security systems.
- Medical devices, including wearable health monitors and portable diagnostic equipment.
- Toys and hobby electronics, like RC vehicles and robotic projects.
- Data acquisition and signal processing systems in various industries.
- Motor control applications, such as small appliances and robotics.
The ATTINY44-20SSU's combination of performance, low power consumption, and small form factor make it an ideal choice for a wide range of embedded systems and applications.