ATMEGA1280-16AU is an IC (integrated circuit) component developed by Microchip Technology, which belongs to the ATmega series of microcontrollers. It offers a wide range of features that make it suitable for various applications in the field of embedded systems and robotics. Here is a brief overview of its key features:
1. Microcontroller Architecture: The ATMEGA1280-16AU utilizes an 8-bit AVR RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computing) architecture. It is equipped with high-performance and low-power AVR core, providing efficient execution of instructions with multiple power-saving modes.
2. Processing Power: It operates at a maximum frequency of 16 MHz, offering enhanced performance capabilities and faster execution of instructions, resulting in improved system response time.
3. Flash Memory: This IC component has a substantial amount of internal Flash memory for program storage, with a capacity of 128 KB. It allows for efficient storage of application code and firmware.
4. SRAM and EEPROM: It offers 8 KB of Static Random-Access Memory (SRAM), which provides quick data access for temporary storage during computational tasks. Additionally, it incorporates 4 KB of Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM), providing non-volatile memory for retaining data even when the power is turned off