Microchip Technology's AT90CAN64-15MZ Microcontroller

The AT90CAN64-15MZ is a cutting-edge microcontroller unit (MCU) developed by Microchip Technology, specifically designed for automotive and industrial applications requiring robust communication capabilities. This high-performance, low-power AVR® RISC-based microcontroller offers a rich feature set, making it an ideal solution for applications that demand sophisticated control and reliable CAN (Controller Area Network) communication.

Key Features:

• Advanced RISC Architecture: The AT90CAN64-15MZ operates with a powerful AVR 8-bit microcontroller, ensuring efficient processing with a throughput of 15 MIPS at 15 MHz. Its RISC architecture enables fast execution of instructions, resulting in excellent performance for complex tasks.
• Integrated CAN Controller: With its built-in CAN 2.0A/B controller, this MCU is ready for networking in automotive environments, facilitating communication between various microcontrollers and devices without a host computer.
• Memory Capacity: The device comes with 64KB of in-system self-programmable flash, 2KB EEPROM, and 4KB SRAM, providing ample space for application code and data storage.
• Rich Peripheral Set: It includes a variety of peripherals such as timers/counters, PWM channels, 10-bit ADC with up to 8 channels, SPI, and USART interfaces, offering great flexibility for interfacing with different components.
• Low Power Consumption: Designed for power-sensitive applications, the AT90CAN64-15MZ features several power-saving modes, which significantly reduce power consumption when the device is not in full operation.
• Robust Protection Features: The microcontroller provides multiple protection features, including a power-on reset and programmable brown-out detection, ensuring reliable operation under varying power conditions.

Applications:

The AT90CAN64-15MZ is well-suited for a variety of applications, such as:

• Automotive control systems
• Industrial automation
• Building automation
• Embedded systems requiring CAN network communication

With its robust feature set and CAN communication capabilities, the AT90CAN64-15MZ from Microchip Technology stands out as a reliable and versatile choice for developers working on advanced control systems and communication networks.