ATSAMC21E15A-MNT

Overview

The ATSAMC21E15A-MNT is a 32-bit microcontroller based on the ARM Cortex-M0+ core, operating at a maximum frequency of 48 MHz. It features 32 KB of in-system programmable Flash memory and 4 KB of SRAM. The device includes an analog-to-digital converter with 10 channels and a 10-bit digital-to-analog converter. It supports multiple communication interfaces including CANbus, I2C, LINbus, SPI, and UART/USART. Powered by a voltage range of 2.7 V to 5.5 V, it operates within a temperature range of -40°C to 105°C and is housed in a 32-VQFN package.

Feature Summary

• Integrated Functional Safety (FuSa) capabilities for safety-critical applications
• Robust communications peripherals including CAN FD and SERCOM modules
• Advanced motor control peripherals for industrial automation
• Peripheral Touch Control (PTC) support for user interface development

Applications

• Industrial automation systems requiring functional safety compliance
• Motor control applications utilizing advanced peripheral sets
• Commercial devices operating in electrically noisy environments
• User interface implementations leveraging Peripheral Touch Control

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'MNT' corresponds to the 32-VQFN(5x5) package variant when sourcing. Confirm that the Functional Safety (FuSa) designation aligns with your project's safety integrity level requirements. Ensure compatibility with the 2.7V to 5.5V supply voltage range for your power design. Check for any recent Product Change Notifications regarding assembly or packaging updates from Microchip Technology.

Selection Notes

Select this component if your design requires a 5V-tolerant ARM Cortex-M0+ MCU with integrated CAN FD and Functional Safety features. It is suitable for applications needing moderate Flash capacity and multiple serial interfaces. Consider alternative SAM C21 variants if higher pin counts or different package types are required. Verify that the 48 MHz clock speed meets your processing performance needs.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Microchip SAM C21 series, which consists of 5V ARM Cortex-M0+ microcontrollers designed for industrial and commercial use. The series emphasizes robustness in noisy environments, offering extensive connectivity and touch sensing capabilities. The ATSAMC21E15A-MNT specifically provides a balance of memory, I/O, and safety features in a compact QFN footprint.

Replacement Considerations

Publicly confirmed substitute part numbers for ATSAMC21E15A-MNT were not found in the provided documentation.