Microchip Technology ATTINY461A-MUR
The ATTINY461A-MUR is a high-performance, low-power microcontroller from Microchip Technology, designed for a wide range of applications. This microcontroller is a member of Microchip's versatile family of AVR microcontrollers, which are well-known for their efficiency and flexibility. The ATTINY461A-MUR operates within a voltage range of 1.8V to 5.5V, making it suitable for battery-operated and portable devices.
With its 8-bit architecture, the ATTINY461A-MUR provides a perfect balance between power consumption and processing capability. It features a 4KB in-system programmable flash, 256B EEPROM, and 256B internal SRAM. This amount of memory is ample for small-scale applications, such as sensor nodes, wearables, and other smart control systems.
The microcontroller offers a variety of peripherals, including an 8-channel 10-bit A/D converter, which allows for accurate analog signal measurement. It also has multiple timers/counters, which are useful for managing time-related tasks like PWM generation for motor control or creating time delays. The device supports a variety of communication protocols, including I2C, SPI, and USART, enabling it to easily interface with other microcontrollers and peripheral devices.
The ATTINY461A-MUR is also equipped with a Universal Serial Interface (USI) which can be used for forming connections with other microcontrollers or devices. Its programmable watch-dog timer with internal oscillator ensures reliability and helps prevent system failures. In addition, the microcontroller has an on-chip analog comparator and supports external interrupts, which further enhances its responsiveness to external events.
For security and protection, the device includes features such as a power-on reset and programmable brown-out detection. The ATTINY461A-MUR is available in a 32-pad MLF (QFN) package, which is suitable for space-constrained applications. Its extended temperature range makes it robust and adaptable to various operating environments.
Overall, the ATTINY461A-MUR from Microchip Technology is an excellent choice for designers who require a microcontroller that offers a good blend of power efficiency, processing power, and robust peripheral set, all within a compact footprint.
