ATTINY261-15MZ - Microchip Technology

Manufacturer Part Number

ATTINY261-15MZ

Manufacturer

Microchip Technology

Introduction

ATTINY261-15MZ is an 8-bit AVR microcontroller designed for automotive and industrial applications, offering a balanced performance-versus-power consumption ratio.

Product Features and Performance

Core Processor: AVR 8-Bit architecture

Speed: Up to 16MHz clock rate

Connectivity: Universal Serial Interface (USI)

Peripherals: Includes Brown-out Detect/Reset, Power-on Reset, Pulse Width Modulation, Watchdog Timer

I/O Count: 16 programmable input/output lines

Flash Memory: 2KB (1024 x 16 bit)

EEPROM: 128 bytes

RAM: 128 bytes

10-bit Analog-to-Digital converter with 11 channels

Internal Oscillator for reliable timing

Extended Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 125°C

Product Advantages

Optimized for low power consumption

High integration reduces external component count

Supports automotive temperature range and quality standards (AEC-Q100)

Proven and robust AVR architecture

Key Technical Parameters

Program Memory Size: 2KB

EEPROM Size: 128 bytes

RAM Size: 128 bytes

Voltage Supply: 2.7V to 5.5V

Data Converters: Analog to Digital, 11 channels, 10 bits each

Oscillator Type: Internal

Grade: Automotive

Quality and Safety Features

Enhanced RISC Architecture

Built-in safety functions including Brown-out Detect and Watchdog Timer

AEC-Q100 qualified for automotive applications

Compatibility

Pin and function compatible with other devices in the AVR ATtiny series

Application Areas

Automotive systems

Industrial control

Consumer Electronics

Sensor Systems

Power Management

Product Lifecycle

Product Status: Active, not nearing discontinuation

Future replacements or upgrades may include newer generations of AVR microcontrollers with more memory or I/O

Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product

Robust 8-bit microcontroller for automotive applications

Extended temperature range suitable for harsh environments

Low power consumption perfect for battery-operated devices

Integrated Analog-to-Digital Converters reduce additional hardware needs

Comprehensive peripheral set simplifies system design

Active product with support and longevity in the Microchip product line

Surface-mount package suitable for compact and dense PCB layouts