Microchip Technology's ATMEGA328PB-MNR
The ATMEGA328PB-MNR is a high-performance, low-power Microchip picoPower 8-bit AVR RISC-based microcontroller. This advanced MCU combines 32KB ISP flash memory, 1KB EEPROM, 2KB SRAM, 26 general purpose I/O lines, 32 general-purpose working registers, three flexible timer/counters with compare modes, internal and external interrupts, serial programmable USART, a byte-oriented 2-wire serial interface, SPI serial port, a 6-channel 10-bit A/D converter (8 channels in TQFP and QFN/MLF packages), programmable watchdog timer with internal oscillator, and five software selectable power saving modes.
The device operates at a frequency of up to 20MHz with a voltage range of 1.8-5.5 volts. By executing powerful instructions in a single clock cycle, the ATMEGA328PB-MNR achieves throughputs approaching 1 MIPS per MHz, balancing power consumption and processing speed.
ATMEGA328PB-MNR is designed to support the QTouch library, making it suitable for touch applications. Its innovative picoPower technology allows the microcontroller to operate at minimal power, making it ideal for battery-powered and portable applications. It also features an on-chip Analog Comparator and is capable of interfacing with inductive, capacitive, or resistive sensors.
This microcontroller is an excellent choice for a wide range of applications, including industrial automation, home automation, IoT devices, and much more. It is particularly famous for being the core of many Arduino boards, which makes it a preferred choice for hobbyists and educators in the field of electronics and embedded systems.
The ATMEGA328PB-MNR comes in a 32-pad QFN package, ensuring a compact footprint for space-constrained applications. With its robust set of peripherals and extensive interrupt capabilities, it allows designers to create highly responsive and interactive systems. Microchip Technology provides comprehensive development tools and data sheets, making the deployment of the ATMEGA328PB-MNR in your next project both efficient and straightforward.
Whether you're designing a sophisticated industrial control system or a simple DIY project, the ATMEGA328PB-MNR is a versatile, reliable, and cost-effective microcontroller that offers a perfect blend of power efficiency and computational performance.
