The AT90S8515 is an 8-bit RISC microcontroller based on the AVR architecture from Atmel. It is designed for embedded control applications where high performance and low power consumption are important. The AT90S8515 offers a variety of on-chip peripherals and memory options, making it a versatile solution for different application needs.

Applications

• Embedded Control Systems
• Industrial Automation
• Robotics
• Consumer Electronics
• Automotive Applications
• Home Automation

Features

• High-performance AVR RISC Architecture
• 8KB In-System Programmable Flash Memory
• 512 Bytes of SRAM
• 512 Bytes of EEPROM
• 32 Programmable I/O Lines
• Two 8-bit Timer/Counters
• One 16-bit Timer/Counter
• USART (Universal Synchronous/Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter)
• SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface)
• Analog Comparator
• Watchdog Timer

Benefits

• High Performance: The AVR RISC architecture delivers fast instruction execution and efficient code density.
• Versatile Memory Options: Flash, SRAM, and EEPROM provide flexible storage for code, data, and non-volatile parameters.
• Flexible I/O: 32 programmable I/O lines allow easy interfacing with external devices.
• Integrated Peripherals: Timers, USART, SPI, and analog comparator enhance system functionality.
• Low Power Consumption: Suitable for battery-powered applications.
• In-System Programmability: Allows firmware updates without removing the microcontroller from the system.

Additional Details

The AT90S8515 microcontroller operates at a maximum clock frequency. It includes two 8-bit timers/counters and one 16-bit timer/counter for timing and counting applications. The USART provides full-duplex serial communication capabilities. The SPI interface allows for easy communication with peripheral devices. The analog comparator can be used for voltage level detection and threshold monitoring. The watchdog timer enhances system reliability by resetting the microcontroller in case of a software fault. The AT90S8515 is available in various package options, including DIP and PLCC.