The ATMEGA48PA-AU is a microcontroller IC (Integrated Circuit) from the ATmega family, developed by Microchip Technology. This IC is based on the advanced RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computing) architecture and is widely used in various applications such as industrial automation, consumer electronics, and automotive sectors. It offers a range of key features that make it versatile and efficient in its performance.
Here are some of the notable features of the ATMEGA48PA-AU:
1. Microcontroller: The ATMEGA48PA-AU is a highly integrated microcontroller with 8KB of Flash memory, 512 bytes of EEPROM, and 512 bytes of SRAM. It operates at a frequency of up to 20 MHz, providing fast processing capabilities.
2. Advanced Peripheral Set: This IC is equipped with a wide range of peripherals, including multiple timers/counters, a real-time counter with a separate oscillator, USART (Universal Synchronous/Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter), SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface), and I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) interfaces. These peripherals facilitate communication and provide flexibility in interfacing with other devices.
3. Enhanced Power-saving Modes: The ATMEGA48PA-AU supports various power-saving modes, such as idle, power-down, and standby, which help conserve energy and prolong battery life in portable applications