ATMEGA8515-16AU Microchip Integrated Circuit (Quad Flat Packages) In Stock
Microchip ATMEGA8515-16AU is an 8-bit AVR RISC microcontroller with 8 KB Flash, 16-bit address bus, and 16 MHz max clock frequency. Features 44-pin TQFP package measuring 10x10 mm with 0.8 mm pitch, lead-free construction, and extensive I/O capability. Available from stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Quad Flat Packages
- Pin Count
- 44
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- ATMEGA8515-16AU Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $2.9000(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 8-bit AVR RISC CPU running at up to 16 MHz with 16-bit address bus and Harvard architecture for efficient embedded control
- 44-pin TQFP package (10x10 mm, 0.8 mm pitch) providing abundant I/O pins for interfacing external memory, displays, and peripherals
- RoHS-compliant lead-free construction with 9-week factory lead time and broad ecosystem of AVR development tools and libraries
Applications
The ATMEGA8515-16AU is designed for embedded control applications requiring external memory expansion through its parallel address and data bus interface. It is commonly used in robotics, industrial automation, and data logging systems where GPIO-intensive tasks demand a high pin count microcontroller. The 44-pin TQFP package and AVR RISC architecture make it a popular choice for custom embedded designs with straightforward migration from AVR development boards.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | TQFP-44 |
| Factory Lead Time | 9Weeks |
| YTEOL | 14 |
| Has ADC | NO |
| Address Bus Width | 16 |
| Bit Size | 8 |
| Boundary Scan | NO |
| CPU Family | AVR RISC |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 16MHz |
| DAC Channels | NO |
| DMA Channels | NO |
| External Data Bus Width | 8 |
| Format | FIXED POINT |
| Integrated Cache | NO |
| JESD-30 Code | S-PQFP-G44 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of External Interrupts | 3 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 35 |
| Number of Serial I/Os | 1 |
| Number of Timers | 2 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 8 |
| PWM Channels | YES |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | TQFP44,.39SQ,31 |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | FLATPACK, THIN PROFILE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 512 |
| ROM (words) | 8192 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Speed | 16MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 12mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.8mm |
| Terminal Position | QUAD |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 40 |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | MICROCONTROLLER, RISC |
| Package | Quad Flat Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 3 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan, Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum clock frequency of the ATMEGA8515-16AU?
The ATMEGA8515-16AU operates at a maximum clock frequency of 16 MHz, providing ample processing speed for real-time control, communication protocols like UART and SPI, and external memory access in embedded applications.
Does the ATMEGA8515-16AU include an ADC?
No, the ATMEGA8515-16AU does not include an on-chip ADC. Applications requiring analog-to-digital conversion must use an external ADC connected via SPI, I2C, or parallel bus interfaces available on the microcontroller's I/O pins.
What package does the ATMEGA8515-16AU use?
The ATMEGA8515-16AU is packaged in a 44-pin TQFP (Thin Quad Flat Package) with a 10x10 mm body, 1 mm height, and 0.8 mm lead pitch (MS-026ACB footprint), suitable for compact PCB designs with standard SMT assembly processes.
What CPU architecture does the ATMEGA8515-16AU use?
The ATMEGA8515-16AU uses Microchip's AVR RISC architecture, an 8-bit Harvard-architecture CPU with a 16-bit address bus, offering single-cycle instruction execution for most operations and a large library of compatible firmware and toolchain support.
Can the ATMEGA8515-16AU interface with external memory?
Yes, the ATMEGA8515-16AU supports an external memory interface via its 16-bit address bus and data bus, allowing the system to expand beyond internal Flash and SRAM by connecting external SRAM, ROM, or peripheral devices directly to the bus.
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