ATTINY3217-MFR - Microchip Technology

Manufacturer Part Number

ATTINY3217-MFR

Manufacturer

microchip-technology

Introduction

The ATTINY3217-MFR is part of microchip-technology's tinyAVR™ 1 series, focusing on embedded microcontrollers with a rich set of features tailored for efficiency and flexibility in design.

Product Features and Performance

Based on AVR core, optimized for power efficiency and processing power

Core size of 8-Bit suitable for simple to medium complexity tasks

Operates at up to 16MHz providing good balance between power consumption and processing capability

Broad range of connectivity options including I2C, IrDA, LINbus, SPI, UART/USART for versatile peripheral integration

Embedded peripherals like Brown-out Detect/Reset, POR, PWM, WDT enhance reliability and functionality

Generous I/O count of 22, facilitating rich user interfaces or sensor connections

32KB of FLASH memory and 256 bytes of EEPROM for program and data storage

2KB of RAM for efficient runtime data handling

Integrated A/D and D/A converters (24x10b A/D, 3x8b D/A) for analog interfacing

Product Advantages

Balanced performance and power consumption suitable for battery-powered applications

High integration reduces external component count, saving space and cost

Flexible power supply range (2.7V to 5.5V) accommodating various power sources

Extended temperature range (-40°C to 125°C) for operation in harsh environments

Functional Safety (FuSa) features align with industry safety standards

Key Technical Parameters

Speed: 16MHz

Program Memory Size: 32KB

EEPROM Size: 256 x 8

RAM Size: 2K x 8

Number of I/O: 22

Voltage Supply Range: 2.7V ~ 5.5V

Operating Temperature: -40°C ~ 125°C

Quality and Safety Features

Incorporates safety mechanisms like Brown-out Detect/Reset and Power-on Reset to ensure reliable operation

Watchdog Timer (WDT) prevents system lock-up

Compatibility

Works seamlessly with various I2C, IrDA, LINbus, SPI, UART/USART enabled devices

Compatible with a wide range of external sensors and actuators due to versatile I/O count

Application Areas

Ideal for use in automotive, consumer electronics, environmental sensors, and other fields requiring compact, efficient, and reliable control solutions

Product Lifecycle

Status: Active

Not nearing discontinuation, ensuring long-term availability for new designs

Support for future replacements or upgrades as part of microchip-technology's roadmap

Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product

Robust set of connectivity and peripheral options for versatile design choices

High-level integration for cost and space efficiency in embedded applications

Suitable for designs requiring compliance with Functional Safety standards

Long lifecycle and support commitment from microchip-technology ensures future-proofing for designs

Performance and power consumption balanced for wide application suitability