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ATSAM3X8EA-AU

MCHPATSAM3X8EA-AU

Microchip Technology
ARM Microcontrollers - MCU LQFP144,GREEN IND TEMP, MRLA
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Overview

The ATSAM3X8EA-AU is a high-performance 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 microcontroller featuring a wide array of peripherals for connectivity and control. It is notably the heart of the Arduino Due, making it a popular choice for developers requiring higher processing power and more I/O than standard 8-bit controllers. This part is housed in a 144-pin LQFP package and operates at speeds up to 84 MHz.

Why Choose This Part

It offers a rich integration of peripherals including dual CAN, Ethernet MAC, and High-Speed USB with On-The-Go capability. The 512KB Flash and 100KB SRAM provide ample space for complex firmware stacks and large data buffers.

Applications

Industrial Automation
Utilizing dual CAN controllers and high-speed timers for motor control and industrial networking.
Human-Machine Interface (HMI)
Managing high-resolution displays and touch inputs through its extensive GPIO and parallel bus interfaces.
Protocol Gateways
Bridging communications between USB, Ethernet, CAN, and multiple UART/USART interfaces.
Robotics Control
Coordinating complex kinematics calculations and multi-axis motion control using its 32-bit architecture and DSP instructions.

Getting Started

Development is most commonly approached through the Arduino IDE using the Arduino Due board profile for rapid prototyping. For professional firmware development, use Microchip Studio (formerly Atmel Studio) or MPLAB X IDE with an Atmel-ICE or J-Link debugger for full hardware-level control.

Dev Boards

Development boards and breakout modules featuring the ATSAM3X8EA-AU or compatible chips — ready to use for prototyping.

Arduino Due Arduino
The Arduino Due is a powerful evaluation platform featuring the ATSAM3X8E ARM® Cortex®-M3 MCU, designed for high-perform
Digi-Key 399 in stock
ATSAM3X8E-AU Microchip (Atmel)
ARM Cortex-M3 MCU with USB host/device support and common availability on development boards (Arduino Due).

Also Consider

Arduino Due Arduino - The official development board for this IC, providing an immediate hardware platform with pre-integrated headers and power regulation.
STM32F407VGT6 STMicroelectronics - Offers a faster Cortex-M4 core with a floating-point unit and similar peripheral density for math-intensive tasks.

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