ATMEGA32U4-MU is a microcontroller unit (MCU) developed by Atmel Corporation, a leading manufacturer of microcontrollers and semiconductors. The ATMEGA32U4-MU is a member of the AVR family of microcontrollers, which are known for their ruggedness, reliability, and efficiency.

Features

The ATMEGA32U4-MU microcontroller features a low-power 8-bit RISC CPU with 32K bytes of flash memory, 2K bytes of EEPROM, and 2K bytes of SRAM². It has a maximum clock speed of 16 MHz and operates with a wide voltage range of 1.5V to 5.5V¹².

The ATMEGA32U4-MU also includes a rich set of peripherals, including a TWI (Two-Wire Interface) module, SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) module, and an I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) module. It also has 16 general-purpose input/output (GPIO) pins with programmable pull-up resistors, making it suitable for various applications.

Applications

The ATMEGA32U4-MU microcontroller is commonly used in a wide range of applications, including but not limited to:

• Home automation and appliances
• Robotics and automation
• Data logging and security systems
• Medical devices and instrumentation
• Scientific research and development
• Automotive and transportation systems
• IoT (Internet of Things) devices and smart sensors
• Lighting control and smart city infrastructure

Pricing and Availability

The ATMEGA32U4-MU microcontroller is available from various electronics component distributors, such as Mouser Electronics and Digi-Key Corporation. The cost of the microcontroller varies depending on the supplier and the quantity purchased. For example, at the time of writing this article, Mouser Electronics lists the price of the ATMEGA32U4-MU microcontroller at $17.04 for a quantity of 1,$14.20 for 100, and $12.78 for 3000¹.

Conclusion

The ATMEGA32U4-MU microcontroller is a popular choice for designers and developers seeking a reliable and efficient microcontroller solution for their projects. With its rich feature set and wide range of possible applications, the ATMEGA32U4-MU microcontroller provides designers with a powerful tool to create a wide range of electronic devices.