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AVR128DA48 Curiosity Nano

MCHPAVR128DA48 Curiosity Nano

MPN: DM164151
Microchip Technology
AVR128DA48 Curiosity Nano AVR® AVR MCU 8-Bit Embedded Evaluation Board
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Overview

The DM164151 is a compact evaluation board featuring the AVR128DA48 microcontroller, part of the AVR DA family. It includes an on-board debugger, virtual serial port, and full access to the MCU's I/O pins through breadboard-compatible headers. This platform provides a low-cost solution for rapid prototyping with the latest generation of AVR peripherals.

Why Choose This Part

The board features a built-in programmer and debugger that requires no additional hardware, streamlining the development workflow. Its 'Curiosity Nano' form factor is designed to plug directly into breadboards or the Curiosity Nano Base for Click boards, and it supports a wide supply voltage range from 1.8V up to 5.5V.

Applications

Low-Power Sensor Nodes
Leveraging the 1.8V to 5.5V operating range and power-down modes for battery-operated sensing.
Real-Time Control Systems
Utilizing the integrated RTC and high-speed analog peripherals for precise timing and monitoring.
Educational Prototyping
A simplified entry point for students and hobbyists to learn AVR architecture without external programmers.
Signal Conditioning
Implementing the built-in analog-to-digital converters and flexible pin mapping for sensor interface circuits.

Key Specifications

Type MCU 8-Bit
Contents Board(s), Accessories
Platform Curiosity Nano
Mounting Type Fixed
Core Processor AVR
Utilized IC / Part AVR128DA48

Getting Started

Connect the board to a PC via a standard USB cable to power it and access the on-board debugger. Develop firmware using Microchip Studio or MPLAB X IDE, which natively support the AVR128DA48 and the Curiosity Nano debugger interface. The virtual serial port (CDC) allows for easy debugging and data logging through any terminal emulator.

Also Consider

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