ATSAML11D15A-MFT

Product Overview

• Category: Microcontroller
• Use: Embedded systems, Internet of Things (IoT) devices
• Characteristics: Low-power, high-performance, secure, compact size
• Package: MFT (Microchip Technology's QFN package)
• Essence: A microcontroller designed for low-power applications with advanced security features.
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in reels of 2500 units.

Specifications

• Architecture: ARM Cortex-M23
• Operating Voltage: 1.62V to 3.63V
• Flash Memory: 32KB
• SRAM: 8KB
• Clock Speed: Up to 24MHz
• Communication Interfaces: I2C, SPI, UART
• Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): 10-bit resolution, 12 channels
• Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC): 10-bit resolution, 1 channel
• Timers: 16-bit and 32-bit timers available
• Security Features: AES and SHA hardware accelerators, secure boot, tamper detection, secure key storage

Pin Configuration

The ATSAML11D15A-MFT microcontroller has a total of 32 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

| Pin Number | Pin Name | Function | |------------|----------|----------| | 1 | VDD | Power supply voltage | | 2 | GND | Ground | | 3 | PA00 | General-purpose I/O | | 4 | PA01 | General-purpose I/O | | ... | ... | ... | | 31 | PB30 | General-purpose I/O | | 32 | PB31 | General-purpose I/O |

Functional Features

• Low-power consumption: The ATSAML11D15A-MFT microcontroller is designed to operate efficiently in low-power applications, making it suitable for battery-powered devices.
• Advanced security: With built-in hardware accelerators for AES and SHA algorithms, secure boot functionality, tamper detection, and secure key storage, this microcontroller provides robust security features.
• Compact size: The MFT package allows for a compact footprint, making it suitable for space-constrained designs.
• High-performance: The ARM Cortex-M23 architecture and clock speed of up to 24MHz enable fast and efficient execution of instructions.
• Versatile communication interfaces: The microcontroller supports I2C, SPI, and UART interfaces, allowing seamless integration with various peripheral devices.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Low-power consumption extends battery life in portable devices.
• Advanced security features protect sensitive data from unauthorized access.
• Compact size enables integration into small form factor designs.
• High-performance architecture ensures efficient execution of tasks.
• Versatile communication interfaces facilitate connectivity with external devices.

Disadvantages

• Limited flash memory and SRAM may restrict the complexity of applications that can be implemented.
• Higher cost compared to some other microcontrollers with similar specifications.

Working Principles

The ATSAML11D15A-MFT microcontroller operates based on the ARM Cortex-M23 architecture. It executes instructions stored in its flash memory and utilizes the available peripherals and communication interfaces to interact with external devices. The microcontroller's low-power design allows it to operate efficiently even in battery-powered applications. Its advanced security features ensure the protection of sensitive data and prevent unauthorized access.

Application Field Plans

The ATSAML11D15A-MFT microcontroller finds applications in various fields, including but not limited to:

1. Internet of Things (IoT) devices: The low-power consumption and compact size make it suitable for IoT devices that require long battery life and small form factors.
2. Home automation: The microcontroller can be used to control and monitor various home automation systems, such as smart lighting, temperature control, and security systems.
3. Wearable devices: Its low-power characteristics make it ideal for wearable devices like fitness trackers, smartwatches, and medical monitoring devices.
4. Industrial automation: The microcontroller can be utilized in industrial automation systems for controlling machinery, monitoring sensors, and data logging.

Alternative Models

• ATSAML10D14A-MFT: Similar specifications with 16KB flash memory and 4KB SRAM.
• ATSAML21E18B-MFT: Higher-end model with 256KB flash memory, 32KB SRAM, and additional peripherals.
• ATSAMD21G18A-MU: Another microcontroller option with similar specifications but a different package (QFN).

These alternative models provide options with varying memory sizes, additional features, or different package options, allowing designers to choose the most suitable microcontroller for their specific requirements.

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