Microchip Technology ATTINY261A-XUR Microcontroller

The ATTINY261A-XUR is a high-performance, low-power AVR® 8-bit microcontroller from Microchip Technology, designed to provide a versatile and cost-effective solution for a wide range of embedded applications. This microcontroller combines 2KB ISP flash memory, 128B EEPROM, 128B SRAM, 16 general-purpose I/O lines, 32 general-purpose working registers, a wide range of flexible peripherals, and a clock speed up to 20MHz.

One of the key features of the ATTINY261A-XUR is its Advanced RISC Architecture, which delivers powerful performance with a minimum number of instructions. This architecture enables most instructions to execute in a single clock cycle, allowing the device to achieve throughputs approaching 1 MIPS per MHz and balancing power consumption with processing speed.

The microcontroller is equipped with comprehensive on-chip hardware resources, such as an 8-channel 10-bit A/D converter, a programmable watchdog timer with internal oscillator, and three flexible timer/counters with compare modes. Additionally, it provides serial programmable USART, a master/slave SPI serial interface, and a two-wire serial interface, making it ideal for interfacing with other microcontrollers and peripheral devices.

Enhanced power-saving features of the ATTINY261A-XUR include various sleep modes that allow the device to retain functionality while minimizing power consumption. This capability is crucial for battery-powered applications where energy efficiency is paramount.

For secure data storage, the device includes on-chip EEPROM. This non-volatile memory segment is separate from the flash, enabling constant parameter storage without wearing out the main program memory.

The ATTINY261A-XUR comes in a 20-lead TSSOP package and supports an extended temperature range, making it suitable for industrial applications. Its robust design and comprehensive feature set make it an excellent choice for projects requiring a compact, yet powerful microcontroller with a range of connectivity options and low power consumption.

Whether you are designing consumer electronics, home automation systems, or industrial control units, the ATTINY261A-XUR provides the reliability and flexibility needed to create efficient and innovative applications.