ATMEGA48-15AZ - Microchip Technology

Manufacturer Part Number

ATMEGA48-15AZ

Manufacturer

microchip-technology

Introduction

The ATMEGA48-15AZ is an 8-Bit AVR® microcontroller designed for high-performance and low-power consumption in embedded applications. Part of the ATmega series, it is tailored for a wide range of software programmable devices.

Product Features and Performance

Core: 8-Bit AVR processor running up to 16MHz

Connectivity: I2C, SPI, UART/USART for communication

Peripherals include Brown-out Detect/Reset, Power-on Reset (POR), Pulse Width Modulation (PWM), Watchdog Timer (WDT)

Number of I/O: 23 pins for versatile usage

Program Memory: 4KB FLASH

EEPROM Size: 256 x 8 for data storage

RAM Size: 512 x 8 for temporary data storage

Internal Oscillator for clock generation

A/D Converter: 8 channels, 10-bit resolution

Operates across a voltage range of 2.7V to 5.5V

Product Advantages

Automotive grade quality with AEC-Q100 qualification

Supports wide operating temperature range from -40°C to 125°C

Low power consumption suitable for battery-operated applications

High integration reduces external components and system cost

Easy programming and debugging capabilities

Key Technical Parameters

Speed: 16MHz

Program Memory: 4KB

EEPROM: 256 x 8

RAM: 512 x 8

Voltage Supply: 2.7V ~ 5.5V

A/D Converter: 8 channels, 10-bit

Package: 32-TQFP (7x7)

Quality and Safety Features

Robust against power fluctuations due to Brown-out Detect/Reset and POR

Automotive grade with AEC-Q100 qualification ensures high reliability

Includes safety features such as a Watchdog Timer for system recovery

Compatibility

Compatible with various communication protocols including I2C, SPI, and UART/USART, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.

Application Areas

Automotive control systems

Industrial automation

Smart home devices

Battery operated devices

Embedded Systems requiring low power and high performance

Product Lifecycle

The product status of the ATMEGA48-15AZ is marked as Obsolete, indicating that it is nearing discontinuation. Customers are advised to seek replacements or upgrades available within Microchip Technology's AVR series.

Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product

High performance with low power consumption fitting for battery-driven applications

Widely applicable in automotive and industrial environments due to its robustness and high temperature tolerance

Automotive qualification (AEC-Q100) ensures reliability and safety

Versatile connectivity options (I2C, SPI, UART) cater to broader application needs

Supported by Microchip Technology's wide range of development tools for ease of development and debugging