ATSAM4S2AB-ANR - 120MHz Cortex-M4 MCU, 128KB Flash | Microchip
MPN: ATSAM4S2AB-ANR β Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $5.15 | $5.15 |
| 10 | $4.87 | $48.70 |
| 100 | $4.5 | $450.00 |
| 500 | $4.15 | $2,075.00 |
| 1,000 | $3.9 | $3,900.00 |
ATSAM4S2AB-ANR Overview
A microcontroller unit (MCU) is a single integrated circuit that combines a processor core, memory, and programmable peripherals into one chip, sitting at the heart of the embedded systems hierarchy: MCU -> embedded processor -> system-on-chip -> semiconductor device. The ARM Cortex-M4 is a 32-bit RISC processor core optimized for mixed signal and control applications, and Flash-based MCUs allow in-field firmware updates.
Key features of the ATSAM4S2AB-ANR include the 120 MHz Cortex-M4 core with DSP extension for single-cycle MAC operations, 128 Kbytes of embedded Flash with ECC, Security Bit and Lock Bits for code protection, 64 Kbytes of SRAM, and a rich peripheral set typical of the SAM4S family including USART, SPI, TWI, PWM, ADC, and USB device support. The 1.2V/3.3V operating supply configuration supports core/IO power schemes common in industrial designs.
Architecturally, the SAM4S series achieves high code density through the Thumb-2 instruction set while the DSP instructions accelerate digital filtering and control-loop math. Flash access acceleration keeps the 120 MHz core fed from zero-wait-state execution for most code. The MPU enables robust task isolation in RTOS-based designs.
Typical applications include industrial automation and control nodes, consumer and industrial HMI panels, data loggers, motor control auxiliaries, and embedded connectivity bridges where 32-bit performance and DSP capability at moderate memory density are required. Tape-and-reel packaging (T/R) supports automated pick-and-place production.
Design consideration: the SAM4S series is pin-to-pin compatible with the SAM3N, SAM3S, SAM4N, and legacy SAM7S series in corresponding pin counts, so PCB layouts can be reused to scale Flash/RAM density up or down without re-routing. Always verify peripheral availability across family members before reusing firmware.
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View Datasheet βATSAM4S2AB-ANR Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Processor | ARM Cortex-M4 |
| Core Size | 32-Bit |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 120 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 128 KB (128K x 8) |
| SRAM | 64 KB |
| Supply Voltage | 1.2 V / 3.3 V |
| Package | 48-LQFP (7x7 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial) |
| Instruction Set | Thumb-2 |
| DSP Instructions | Yes |
| Memory Protection Unit | Yes (MPU) |
| Flash Features | ECC, Security Bit, Lock Bits |
| Packaging | Tape & Reel (T/R) |
| Series | SAM4S |
| Terminal Form | Gull Wing |
| RoHS Status | Compliant (LQFP, GREEN) |
ATSAM4S2AB-ANR 48-lqfp (7x7 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for ATSAM4S2AB-ANR (48-lqfp (7x7 mm) package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for ATSAM4S2AB-ANR.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
ATSAM4S2AB-ANR is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Automation and Control Nodes, HMI Panels and User Interfaces, Data Loggers and Industrial Instrumentation, Embedded Connectivity Bridges, Smart Sensors and IoT Edge Nodes, Consumer Appliance Control Boards.
Industrial Automation and Control Nodes
The ATSAM4S2AB-ANR fits factory automation nodes such as sensor aggregation, valve and relay supervision, and actuator interfaces. Its 120 MHz Cortex-M4 core with DSP instructions executes control-loop math and digital filtering efficiently, while the industrial -40C to +85C temperature rating matches cabinet and floor-level environments. The SAM4S peripheral set (USART, SPI, TWI, PWM, ADC) covers the communication and sensing needs of a typical control node, and Flash ECC plus Lock Bits protect firmware integrity in the field. Because the SAM4S series is pin-to-pin compatible with SAM3S/SAM3N in 48-pin LQFP, OEMs can standardize one PCB across performance tiers. Place the MCU on a 3.3V rail with 100 nF decoupling per power pin; the 1.2V core domain keeps dynamic power low, supporting fanless enclosed designs.
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HMI Panels and User Interfaces
For human-machine interface panels, button matrices, segment LCDs, and touch interfaces, the ATSAM4S2AB-ANR provides the processing headroom to scan inputs, run a GUI state machine, and manage communication simultaneously at 120 MHz. The 64 KB SRAM accommodates frame buffers for small displays and RTOS task stacks, while Thumb-2 code density keeps a 128 KB Flash budget sufficient for a full application. The industrial temperature grade suits panels mounted on machinery, and the 48-pin LQFP (7x7 mm) keeps PCB area compact for bezel-mounted boards. DSP instructions accelerate capacitive-touch filtering algorithms without a separate touch controller. Tape-and-reel packaging supports the mid-volume production typical of panel builders, and pin compatibility across SAM4S/SAM3S lets a single panel PCB serve cost-optimized and performance-optimized SKUs.
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Data Loggers and Industrial Instrumentation
The ATSAM4S2AB-ANR is well suited to battery-powered and mains-powered data loggers: the Cortex-M4 at 120 MHz timestamps, filters, and compresses sensor data quickly, then the core idles at low power between samples, extending battery life. The ADC plus DSP single-cycle MAC operations enable on-chip FFT-based vibration or power-quality analysis before storage, reducing SD-card or communication traffic. Flash ECC preserves logged firmware integrity over long deployments, and Security/Lock Bits protect proprietary algorithms. The industrial -40C to +85C range covers unconditioned field sites, and the 48-pin LQFP footprint fits compact enclosure PCBs. With 128 KB Flash and 64 KB SRAM, typical logger firmware including a FAT file stack and MODBUS RTU fits comfortably; the pin-compatible 256 KB ATSAM4S2B covers growth without re-layout.
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Embedded Connectivity Bridges
As a protocol bridge, the ATSAM4S2AB-ANR converts between industrial buses such as RS-485/MODBUS and USB device or SPI/I2C sensor links. The SAM4S UART/USART and USB device peripherals handle transport layers while the 120 MHz core runs protocol stacks in the 128 KB Flash; Thumb-2 density leaves headroom for CRC checking, buffering in 64 KB SRAM, and secondary application logic. DSP instructions accelerate checksum and filtering routines in high-throughput bridging. The 3.3V I/O domain connects directly to standard transceivers, and the industrial temperature grade suits DIN-rail and cabinet-mounted converters. Pin compatibility with SAM3S/SAM3N/SAM4N in 48-pin LQFP allows a common bridge PCB populated with different memory/performance grades per product tier, simplifying inventory and qualification for connectivity product families.
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Smart Sensors and IoT Edge Nodes
The ATSAM4S2AB-ANR serves smart sensor and IoT edge nodes that must preprocess analog data before transmission. The on-chip ADC samples sensor channels, DSP instructions run calibration and windowing filters at 120 MHz, and USART/SPI/TWI links feed radio or wired modules. Flash ECC and Security Bit protect firmware and keys in deployed nodes, while the 1.2V core domain minimizes energy per sample-important for duty-cycled battery nodes. The 48-pin LQFP (7x7 mm) keeps node PCBs small enough for retrofit sensor housings, and the -40C to +85C industrial rating covers outdoor enclosures. Because SAM4S is pin-compatible with SAM3N/SAM3S 48-pin parts, node designs can offer a low-cost Cortex-M3 SKU and a DSP-capable Cortex-M4 SKU on one PCB, sharing qualification and firmware architecture.
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Consumer Appliance Control Boards
Appliance control boards - dishwashers, air conditioners, power tools chargers - benefit from the ATSAM4S2AB-ANR combination of 120 MHz Cortex-M4 performance and moderate cost. DSP instructions support compressor control filtering and sensor fusion, PWM peripherals drive displays, heaters, and small motors, and 128 KB Flash holds a full application plus bootloader for field firmware updates. The 48-pin LQFP (7x7 mm) fits standard control-board footprints, and gull-wing terminals withstand reflow profiles used in appliance manufacturing. Tape-and-reel delivery aligns with high-volume SMT lines. MRL B moisture rating simplifies floor-life handling on the production line. Where BOM cost dominates basic models, the pin-compatible SAM3S 48-pin parts drop onto the same board, preserving one layout across product tiers.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | ATSAM4S2BA-ANR | ATSAM4N8AA-AUR | ATSAM3S2AA-AU | ATSAM3N1AA-AU |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 48-LQFP (7x7 mm) | 48-LQFP (7x7 mm) - same | 48-LQFP (7x7 mm) - same | 48-LQFP (7x7 mm) - same | 48-LQFP (7x7 mm) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Core / Architecture | ARM Cortex-M4 with DSP + MPU | ARM Cortex-M4 with DSP + MPU | ARM Cortex-M4 (SAM4N family) | ARM Cortex-M3 | ARM Cortex-M3 |
| Pin-to-Pin Compatibility | Reference (SAM4S 48-pin) | Pin-to-pin compatible | Pin-compatible per SAM4S datasheet | Pin-compatible per SAM4S datasheet | Pin-compatible per SAM4S datasheet |
| Temperature Grade | Industrial (-40C to +85C) | Industrial | Industrial | Industrial | Industrial |
Key Differentiators
- 120 MHz Cortex-M4 with DSP instructions in a small 48-pin footprint (vs ATSAM3S2AA-AU)
- Flash ECC for functional-safety-leaning designs (vs ATSAM3S2AA-AU)
- In-family memory upgrade without PCB change (vs ATSAM4S2BA-ANR)
Design Notes
The SAM4S2A uses a 1.2V core / 3.3V I/O supply scheme per distributor parametric data (1.2V/3.3V). Decouple every VDDIO pin with 100 nF ceramic capacitors placed within 2 mm of the pin, plus bulk 10 uF per rail. Power up VDDIO before or with VDDCORE to avoid latch-up during sequencing; consult the SAM4S datasheet power-supply section for the exact ramp requirements. Estimated: at 120 MHz active mode, core current is on the order of tens of mA - verify the exact figure in the datasheet electrical characteristics rather than sizing the regulator from this estimate.
The 48-LQFP 7x7 mm footprint uses 0.5 mm pitch gull-wing leads. Use a standard LQFP-48 land pattern with solder-mask-defined pads for reliable joint inspection. Route the NRST and TCK/TMS SWD programming traces to a 5-pin tag-connect or 2x5 header even in cost-optimized builds - field firmware updates via the SAM-BA bootloader still require a recovery path. Keep the 12 MHz (typical) main crystal within 10 mm of the OSC pins with short ground returns for reliable startup.
The ATSAM4S2AB-ANR contains 128 KB Flash; firmware exceeding this budget cannot be ported by simply recompiling - plan the migration to the pin-compatible 256 KB ATSAM4S2BA-ANR early if feature growth is expected. Also, the SAM4S is pin-compatible with SAM3N/SAM3S, but peripherals differ: firmware assuming identical register maps will fail. Verify the flash wait-state configuration for 120 MHz operation - running Flash at full speed without the correct wait states causes hard faults.
Compliance Information
Mouser lists the part as LQFP, GREEN, IND TEMP, MRL B; omo-ic.com confirms RoHS: Compliant. GREEN designation indicates halogen-free packaging. REACH and conflict-minerals status not stated in provided data.