Microchip Technology ATMEGA48PA-15MZ
| Quantity | Unit Price | Total Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $94,999.99 | $94,999.99 |
| 15+ | $91,999.99 | $1,379,999.85 |
| 25+ | $89,999.99 | $2,249,999.75 |
| 50+ | $84,999.99 | $4,249,999.50 |
| 100+ | $74,999.99 | $7,499,999.00 |
| N+ | $15,000.00 | Price Inquiry |
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| Product attributes | Property Value |
| Manufacturer | Microchip Technology |
| Product Series | AVR® ATmega |
| Packaging | | NULL |
| Core Processor | AVR |
| Core Size | 8-Bit |
| Speed | 16MHz |
| Connectivity | I2C, SPI, UART/USART |
| Peripherals | Brown-out Detect/Reset, POR, PWM, WDT |
| Number of I/O | 23 |
| Program Memory Size | 4KB (2K x 16) |
| Program Memory Type | FLASH |
| EEPROM Size | 256 x 8 |
| RAM Size | 512 x 8 |
| Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) | 1.8V ~ 5.5V |
| Data Converters | A/D 8x10b |
| Oscillator Type | Internal |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 125°C (TA) |
| Grade | Automotive |
| Qualification AEC | AEC-Q100 |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Supplier Device Package | 32-QFN (5x5) |
| Package / Case | 32-VFQFN Exposed Pad |
| ROHS |
The Microchip ATMEGA48PA-15MZ is an 8-bit AVR MCU with 4KB flash and 512B SRAM, operating at 16MHz. It supports 1.8V to 5.5V supply and comes in a 32-VFQFN exposed pad package for excellent thermal performance. With PWM, brown-out detection, and a -40°C to 125°C range, it is designed for demanding embedded applications.
- Exposed pad VFQFN package – superior heat dissipation for high-current I/O.
- Wide voltage range – flexible for 3.3V or 5V systems.
- High-temperature operation – suitable for automotive under-hood use.
- Compact footprint – ideal for space-constrained wearable or IoT devices.
Wearable Fitness Trackers
The VFQFN package is only 5x5mm, enabling ultra-compact designs for step counters with 16MHz processing.
Automotive Sensor Interfaces
With 125°C rating, it can read pressure sensors in transmission control units, using PWM for diagnostic outputs.
Smart Lighting Ballasts
Its 4KB flash can store dimming curves, while PWM drives MOSFETs for LED drivers in commercial lighting.
Portable Data Loggers
Low-power modes and 1.8V operation allow long-term logging of temperature/humidity in cold-chain transport.
Motor Protection Relays
The watchdog timer and brown-out reset provide fail-safe operation for overcurrent detection in industrial motors.
Medical Infusion Pump Controllers
Compact size and reliable operation make it suitable for precise flow rate control with external sensor feedback.
- Q: What is the difference between the ATMEGA48PA-15MZ and the -15AZ?
- A: The -15MZ uses a 32-VFQFN exposed pad package, while the -15AZ uses a 32-TQFP package. Electrical specs are identical.
- Q: What is the RAM size?
- A: It has 512 x 8 bytes of SRAM, sufficient for small data buffers and control variables.
- Q: Can it operate at 5V?
- A: Yes, the supply voltage range is 1.8V to 5.5V, allowing 5V logic compatibility.
- Q: Does it have a brown-out reset?
- A: Yes, it includes brown-out detection and reset, ensuring safe operation during voltage dips.
- Q: What is the difference between the ATMEGA48PA-15MZ and the -15AZ?
- A: The -15MZ uses a 32-VFQFN exposed pad package, while the -15AZ uses a 32-TQFP package. Electrical specs are identical.
- Q: What is the RAM size?
- A: It has 512 x 8 bytes of SRAM, sufficient for small data buffers and control variables.
- Q: Can it operate at 5V?
- A: Yes, the supply voltage range is 1.8V to 5.5V, allowing 5V logic compatibility.
- Q: Does it have a brown-out reset?
- A: Yes, it includes brown-out detection and reset, ensuring safe operation during voltage dips.

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