Manufacturer Part Number
ATMEGA8A-MU
Manufacturer
Microchip Technology
Introduction
The ATMEGA8A-MU is a high-performance microcontroller from the AVR ATmega series designed for advanced embedded applications.
Product Features and Performance
8-Bit AVR Core Processor
16MHz Maximum Operating Speed
8KB FLASH Program Memory
512 Bytes EEPROM
1KB RAM
Product Advantages
Low power consumption
High integration with onboard peripherals
Wide operating voltage range (2.7V - 5.5V)
Key Technical Parameters
Speed: 16MHz
Connectivity: I2C, SPI, UART/USART
Peripherals: Brown-out Detect/Reset, POR, PWM, WDT
Number of I/O: 23
Program Memory Size: 8KB (4K x 16)
Program Memory Type: FLASH
EEPROM Size: 512 x 8
RAM Size: 1K x 8
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd): 2.7V ~ 5.5V
Data Converters: A/D 8x10b
Oscillator Type: Internal
Quality and Safety Features
Brown-out Detection and Reset
Power-on Reset (POR)
Watchdog Timer (WDT)
Compatibility
I2C, SPI, UART/USART for communication
32-VQFN (5x5) Package compatible with standard surface mount processes
Application Areas
Consumer Electronics
Industrial Automation
Automotive
Internet of Things (IoT)
DIY and maker projects
Product Lifecycle
Active Product Status
Supported by Microchip with potential future upgrades
Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product
Highly flexible and programmable for multiple application needs
Integrated features reduce external component requirement
Robust safety features for reliable operation
Efficient power management for battery-operated devices
Broad community support and extensive documentation available