ATSAMD20G18A-MU - Microchip Technology

Manufacturer Part Number

ATSAMD20G18A-MU

Manufacturer

Microchip Technology

Introduction

The ATSAMD20G18A-MU is a powerful ARM Cortex-M0+ based microcontroller designed for a wide range of embedded applications. It is part of Microchip Technology's SAM D20G series, focusing on low-power, high-performance computing.

Product Features and Performance

Core: ARM Cortex-M0+ operating at up to 48MHz

Connectivity: Offers I2C, SPI, UART/USART for versatile peripheral connections

Peripherals: Includes Brown-out Detect/Reset, Power-on Reset (POR), and Watchdog Timer (WDT)

I/O: Provides up to 38 programmable I/O pins

Program Memory Size: 256KB Flash storage

RAM Size: 32KB

Data Converters: Features 14x12-bit Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADCs) and 1x10-bit Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC)

Internal Oscillator for clock generation

Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 85°C

Product Advantages

Low power consumption with efficient ARM Cortex-M0+ core

High storage and RAM capacity for complex applications

Flexible connectivity options support a wide range of external devices

Integrated ADCs and DAC enhance mixed-signal applications

Robust design with built-in reset and watchdog features for improved system reliability

Key Technical Parameters

Core Size: 32-Bit Single-Core

Speed: 48MHz

Voltage Supply: 1.62V to 3.6V

Packaging: 48-VFQFN Exposed Pad

Mounting Type: Surface Mount

Quality and Safety Features

Brown-out Detect/Reset and Power-on Reset provide system stability

Watchdog Timer prevents system hang-ups

Compatibility

Compatible with a broad range of operating voltages and external peripherals due to its versatile connectivity options and flexible I/O configuration.

Application Areas

Automotive systems

Industrial control

Smart IoT devices

Consumer electronics

Sensor interfacing and data acquisition systems

Product Lifecycle

Currently, the product status is active. Microchip Technology continually supports and updates their product lines, making necessary information on replacements or upgrades available through their channels.

Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product

High performance with low power consumption makes it ideal for battery-operated devices.

Extensive peripheral set supports a wide array of application needs without external components.

Flexible program and data memory configurations facilitate complex application development.

Extended temperature range suits demanding environmental conditions.

Microchip's reputation for quality and long-term support ensures product reliability and availability.