The ATSAMD20J17A-MN is an IC (integrated circuit) component developed by Microchip Technology. It is part of the SAM D20 series microcontrollers and is designed specifically for low-power applications. Here's an overview of this IC component along with its key features:
1. Architecture and Core:
- The ATSAMD20J17A-MN is built on the ARM Cortex-M0+ 32-bit RISC (Reduced instruction set computing) core.
- It operates at a maximum frequency of 48 MHz, providing efficient performance for low-power applications.
- The microcontroller features a Harvard architecture with separate instruction and data buses, enabling simultaneous access to both.
2. Memory and Storage:
- It has 128 KB of flash memory for program storage, allowing for ample space to store the application code.
- The IC component incorporates 16 KB of SRAM (Static Random-Access Memory) for data storage, enabling efficient operations.
- Additionally, it offers 4 KB of EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory) for non-volatile data storage.
3. Peripherals:
- The IC component features various peripherals that enhance its functionality, including:
- Up to 26 general-purpose I/O (GPIO) pins, enabling communication with external devices
