ATTINY816-MN

Overview

The ATTINY816-MN is an 8-bit AVR microcontroller from the tinyAVR 1-Series family, manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features a 20 MHz maximum clock frequency and includes 8 kB of Flash program memory, 512 B of SRAM, and 256 B of EEPROM. The device operates within a supply voltage range of 1.8 V to 5.5 V and supports an industrial temperature range of -40°C to +105°C. It is housed in a 20-VQFN (3x3) package with 18 I/O pins. Key peripherals include a 10-bit ADC with 12 channels, an 8-bit DAC, four timers/counters, and communication interfaces such as SPI, USART, and I2C.

Feature Summary

• Integrates high-resolution analog conversion capabilities with a 10-bit ADC and multiple input channels for precise signal acquisition.
• Supports flexible digital communication through standard serial protocols including SPI, USART, and I2C.
• Provides versatile timing control via four independent timer/counter units suitable for various waveform generation tasks.

Applications

• Battery-powered sensor nodes requiring low voltage operation
• Industrial control systems operating in extended temperature environments
• General-purpose embedded logic applications

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'MN' against official Microchip documentation to confirm the tape-and-reel packaging configuration and moisture sensitivity level. Ensure the component meets AEC-Q100 qualification requirements if automotive compliance is necessary for the target application design.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a balance of moderate code capacity and extensive analog inputs is required within a compact footprint. The wide supply voltage range facilitates direct interfacing with various logic levels without additional level shifting circuitry.

Part Context

This part belongs to the tinyAVR 1-Series, which emphasizes functional safety and energy efficiency. It utilizes an enhanced RISC architecture optimized for code density and execution speed, making it suitable for cost-sensitive embedded designs.

Replacement Considerations

Check for ATTINY816 variants with different package suffixes or memory configurations. Verify compatibility with ATTINY817 models if higher pin counts are acceptable.