The ATXMEGA256A3BU-AU is a microcontroller unit (MCU) manufactured by Microchip Technology. This particular model belongs to the ATxmega family of MCUs, which are based on the AVR microcontroller architecture.
Description:
The ATXMEGA256A3BU-AU is a high-performance, low-power 8-bit MCU with a maximum operating frequency of 32 MHz. It features 256 KB of In-System Programmable (ISP) Flash memory, 16 KB of In-System Programmable (ISP) EEPROM, and 16 KB of SRAM. The MCU is housed in a 100-pin QFN (Quad Flat No-leads) package.
Features:
- 8-bit AVR core with 32 general-purpose registers (GPRs)
- Up to 32 MHz operating frequency
- 256 KB of ISP Flash memory
- 16 KB of ISP EEPROM
- 16 KB of SRAM
- Event System for low-power, high-performance event-driven design
- Peripheral Touch Controller for capacitive touch sensing
- USB 2.0 interface with Host, Device, and OTG support
- 21 general-purpose I/O (GPIO) lines with support for external interrupts, PWM, and input/output modes
- 5-channel 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC)
- 2-channel 8-bit Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC)
- 4-channel Comparator with Voltage Reference (COMP)
- 8-bit Time Counter with Alarm (TCA)
- Real-Time Clock (RTC) with Alarm
- 3-channel 16-bit Timer/Counter (TC)
- Serial Communication Interfaces: USART, SPI, and TWI
- CRC-32 support for error detection and correction
- JTAG and debugWIRE interfaces for debugging and programming
- Core Independent Peripherals (CIP) for enhanced peripheral control
- Active, Power-down, and Standby sleep modes for energy efficiency
Applications:
The ATXMEGA256A3BU-AU is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its high performance, low power consumption, and versatile features. Some potential applications include:
- Industrial control systems
- Motor control applications
- Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
- Smart grid devices
- Medical equipment
- Portable electronic devices
- Home automation systems
- Automotive control systems
- Wireless sensor networks
- Security systems
The ATXMEGA256A3BU-AU's combination of processing power, memory, and peripheral options make it a versatile choice for embedded systems designers looking for a high-performance, low-power MCU.