Microchip Technology's ATTINY87-MU Microcontroller

The ATTINY87-MU is a high-performance, low-power AVR® 8-bit microcontroller from Microchip Technology, designed to provide a versatile and efficient solution for a wide range of embedded applications. This compact microcontroller combines 8KB ISP flash memory, 512B EEPROM, and 512B SRAM in a small 32-lead VQFN package. The integration of these features makes it ideal for applications in automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics where space is at a premium and power efficiency is crucial.

At the core of the ATTINY87-MU is a powerful AVR RISC architecture that executes most instructions in a single clock cycle, achieving throughputs approaching 1 MIPS per MHz. This balance of power and speed enables designers to optimize power consumption versus processing speed according to their specific requirements.

The device operates within a voltage range of 1.8-5.5V, addressing the needs for low-voltage operation and providing the flexibility to support both battery-powered and powered applications. The ATTINY87-MU also features a 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) with up to 12 channels, allowing it to capture analog signals and convert them to digital representations for processing or monitoring tasks.

Additional features of the ATTINY87-MU include:

• Two 8-bit Timer/Counters with separate prescaler and compare mode
• One 16-bit Timer/Counter with separate prescaler, compare mode, and capture mode
• Universal Serial Interface module for serial communication
• Internal and external Interrupts
• Programmable Watchdog Timer with separate On-chip Oscillator
• On-chip Analog Comparator
• Power-on Reset and Programmable Brown-out Detection

The ATTINY87-MU also supports a variety of programming and debugging options to facilitate development. It can be programmed via In-System Programming (ISP) or through a JTAG interface, allowing for a streamlined and efficient development process.

With its robust feature set and small form factor, the ATTINY87-MU from Microchip Technology is a perfect choice for designers looking to create compact, power-efficient, and feature-rich applications. Whether you're developing for the automotive sector, creating smart sensors, or working on consumer electronics, the ATTINY87-MU provides the performance and versatility to meet and exceed the demands of your embedded design projects.