ATSAME51N19A-AU - 120MHz Cortex-M4F MCU, 512KB Flash | Microchip
MPN: ATSAME51N19A-AU ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $7.77 | $7.77 |
| 10 | $6.94 | $69.40 |
| 100 | $6.21 | $621.00 |
| 500 | $5.55 | $2,775.00 |
| 1,000 | $4.98 | $4,980.00 |
ATSAME51N19A-AU Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, memory (Flash for code, SRAM for data), and a rich set of peripherals (timers, ADC/DAC, communication interfaces, GPIOs). MCUs sit within the embedded computing hierarchy: MCU -> embedded processor -> semiconductor IC. The Cortex-M4F core specifically adds a single-precision Floating Point Unit and DSP extensions, making it well-suited for signal processing and motor control. The ATSAME51N19A-AU uses the ARM Cortex-M4F architecture, the industry-standard 32-bit core for high-performance embedded designs.
Key features include 120 MHz CPU clock, 512 KB Flash with ECC, 192 KB SRAM, a high-speed 16-bit ADC, USB 2.0 full-speed with on-chip transceiver, multiple CAN-FD interfaces, SERCOM serial interfaces configurable as UART/SPI/I2C, and a cryptographic accelerator for AES, SHA, and True Random Number Generator (TRNG). The device also provides up to 6 SERCOM channels, a 12-bit DAC, and a touch controller. Memory protection unit (MPU) and TrustZone-M support enable secure firmware execution.
Typical applications include industrial control systems, building automation, smart energy metering, motor control, USB peripherals, IoT edge nodes, and human-machine interface (HMI) panels. The combination of high-speed ADC, FPU-based DSP capability, and CAN-FD interfaces suits it for real-time control loops in industrial automation, where deterministic response and signal fidelity matter.
Design consideration: When migrating firmware between SAM D51 and SAM E51, verify that the E51's clock-gating and SERCOM channel count match your pin assignments. Use MPLAB X IDE with the SAME51 Device Family Pack and configure the GCLK generator carefully when sharing peripherals across SERCOM and the ADC to avoid bandwidth conflicts.
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View Datasheet →ATSAME51N19A-AU Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | ARM Cortex-M4F with FPU |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 120 MHz |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 512 KB with ECC |
| SRAM | 192 KB |
| Package | 100-pin TQFP (14x14 mm) |
| Operating Temperature Grade | -40°C to +85°C (industrial) |
| Operating Voltage Range | 1.71 V to 3.6 V |
| ADC | Up to 2x 12-bit, 1 MSPS |
| DAC | 12-bit, 1 MSPS |
| USB | USB 2.0 Full-Speed, on-chip transceiver |
| CAN | CAN-FD |
| SERCOM Channels | Up to 8 (UART/SPI/I2C configurable) |
| Cryptographic Accelerator | AES, SHA, TRNG |
| TrustZone-M | Supported |
| DMA Channels | 32 |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
ATSAME51N19A-AU Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | PD0 — GPIO / SERCOM3 pad 0 |
| Pin 2 | PD1 — GPIO / SERCOM3 pad 1 |
| Pin 3 | PD2 — GPIO / SERCOM3 pad 2 |
| Pin 4 | PD3 — GPIO / SERCOM3 pad 3 |
| Pin 5 | VDDIO — Digital I/O supply voltage |
| Pin 6 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 7 | PD4 — GPIO / SERCOM3 pad 0 alt |
| Pin 8 | PD5 — GPIO / SERCOM3 pad 1 alt |
| Pin 9 | PD6 — GPIO / SERCOM3 pad 2 alt |
| Pin 10 | PD7 — GPIO / SERCOM3 pad 3 alt |
| Pin 11 | PD8 — GPIO / SERCOM4 pad 0 |
| Pin 12 | PD9 — GPIO / SERCOM4 pad 1 |
| Pin 13 | PD10 — GPIO / SERCOM4 pad 2 |
| Pin 14 | PD11 — GPIO / SERCOM4 pad 3 |
| Pin 15 | PD12 — GPIO / SERCOM5 pad 0 |
| Pin 16 | PD13 — GPIO / SERCOM5 pad 1 |
| Pin 17 | PA0 — GPIO / SERCOM0 pad 0 |
| Pin 18 | PA1 — GPIO / SERCOM0 pad 1 |
| Pin 19 | PA2 — GPIO / SERCOM0 pad 2 |
| Pin 20 | PA3 — GPIO / SERCOM0 pad 3 |
| Pin 21 | PA4 — GPIO / SERCOM0 pad 0 alt |
| Pin 22 | PA5 — GPIO / SERCOM0 pad 1 alt |
| Pin 23 | PA6 — GPIO / SERCOM0 pad 2 alt |
| Pin 24 | PA7 — GPIO / SERCOM0 pad 3 alt |
| Pin 25 | PA8 — GPIO / SERCOM1 pad 0 |
| Pin 26 | PA9 — GPIO / SERCOM1 pad 1 |
| Pin 27 | PA10 — GPIO / SERCOM1 pad 2 |
| Pin 28 | PA11 — GPIO / SERCOM1 pad 3 |
| Pin 29 | PA12 — GPIO / SERCOM2 pad 0 |
| Pin 30 | PA13 — GPIO / SERCOM2 pad 1 |
| Pin 31 | PA14 — GPIO / SERCOM2 pad 2 |
| Pin 32 | PA15 — GPIO / SERCOM2 pad 3 |
| Pin 33 | PA16 — GPIO / SERCOM5 pad 0 alt |
| Pin 34 | PA17 — GPIO / SERCOM5 pad 1 alt |
| Pin 35 | PA18 — GPIO / SERCOM1 pad 0 alt |
| Pin 36 | PA19 — GPIO / SERCOM1 pad 1 alt |
| Pin 37 | PA20 — GPIO / SERCOM5 pad 2 alt |
| Pin 38 | PA21 — GPIO / SERCOM5 pad 3 alt |
| Pin 39 | PA22 — GPIO / SERCOM3 pad 0 alt |
| Pin 40 | PA23 — GPIO / SERCOM3 pad 1 alt |
| Pin 41 | PA24 — GPIO / SERCOM3 pad 2 alt |
| Pin 42 | PA25 — GPIO / SERCOM3 pad 3 alt |
| Pin 43 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 44 | VDDIO — Digital I/O supply voltage |
| Pin 45 | PB0 — GPIO / SERCOM5 pad 0 |
| Pin 46 | PB1 — GPIO / SERCOM5 pad 1 |
| Pin 47 | PB2 — GPIO / SERCOM5 pad 2 |
| Pin 48 | PB3 — GPIO / SERCOM5 pad 3 |
| Pin 49 | PB4 — GPIO / SERCOM4 pad 0 |
| Pin 50 | PB5 — GPIO / SERCOM4 pad 1 |
| Pin 51 | PB6 — GPIO / SERCOM4 pad 2 |
| Pin 52 | PB7 — GPIO / SERCOM4 pad 3 |
| Pin 53 | PB8 — GPIO / SERCOM0 pad 0 alt |
| Pin 54 | PB9 — GPIO / SERCOM0 pad 1 alt |
| Pin 55 | PB10 — GPIO / SERCOM0 pad 2 alt |
| Pin 56 | PB11 — GPIO / SERCOM0 pad 3 alt |
| Pin 57 | PB12 — GPIO / SERCOM2 pad 0 alt |
| Pin 58 | PB13 — GPIO / SERCOM2 pad 1 alt |
| Pin 59 | PB14 — GPIO / SERCOM2 pad 2 alt |
| Pin 60 | PB15 — GPIO / SERCOM2 pad 3 alt |
| Pin 61 | PB16 — GPIO / SERCOM4 pad 0 alt |
| Pin 62 | PB17 — GPIO / SERCOM4 pad 1 alt |
| Pin 63 | PB18 — GPIO / SERCOM4 pad 2 alt |
| Pin 64 | PB19 — GPIO / SERCOM4 pad 3 alt |
| Pin 65 | PB20 — GPIO / SERCOM5 pad 0 alt |
| Pin 66 | PB21 — GPIO / SERCOM5 pad 1 alt |
| Pin 67 | PB22 — GPIO / SERCOM1 pad 0 alt |
| Pin 68 | PB23 — GPIO / SERCOM1 pad 1 alt |
| Pin 69 | PB24 — GPIO / SERCOM1 pad 2 alt |
| Pin 70 | PB25 — GPIO / SERCOM1 pad 3 alt |
| Pin 71 | PB26 — GPIO / SERCOM2 pad 0 alt |
| Pin 72 | PB27 — GPIO / SERCOM2 pad 1 alt |
| Pin 73 | PB28 — GPIO / SERCOM2 pad 2 alt |
| Pin 74 | PB29 — GPIO / SERCOM2 pad 3 alt |
| Pin 75 | PB30 — GPIO / SERCOM5 pad 2 alt |
| Pin 76 | PB31 — GPIO / SERCOM5 pad 3 alt |
| Pin 77 | PC0 — GPIO / SERCOM6 pad 0 |
| Pin 78 | PC1 — GPIO / SERCOM6 pad 1 |
| Pin 79 | PC2 — GPIO / SERCOM6 pad 2 |
| Pin 80 | PC3 — GPIO / SERCOM6 pad 3 |
| Pin 81 | PC4 — GPIO / SERCOM7 pad 0 |
| Pin 82 | PC5 — GPIO / SERCOM7 pad 1 |
| Pin 83 | PC6 — GPIO / SERCOM7 pad 2 |
| Pin 84 | PC7 — GPIO / SERCOM7 pad 3 |
| Pin 85 | VDDIN — Voltage regulator input supply |
| Pin 86 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 87 | PC8 — GPIO / SERCOM6 pad 0 alt |
| Pin 88 | PC9 — GPIO / SERCOM6 pad 1 alt |
| Pin 89 | PC10 — GPIO / SERCOM6 pad 2 alt |
| Pin 90 | PC11 — GPIO / SERCOM6 pad 3 alt |
| Pin 91 | PC12 — GPIO / SERCOM7 pad 0 alt |
| Pin 92 | PC13 — GPIO / SERCOM7 pad 1 alt |
| Pin 93 | PC14 — GPIO / SERCOM7 pad 2 alt |
| Pin 94 | PC15 — GPIO / SERCOM7 pad 3 alt |
| Pin 95 | PC16 — GPIO / SERCOM0 pad 0 alt |
| Pin 96 | PC17 — GPIO / SERCOM0 pad 1 alt |
| Pin 97 | PC18 — GPIO / SERCOM0 pad 2 alt |
| Pin 98 | PC19 — GPIO / SERCOM0 pad 3 alt |
| Pin 99 | RESET_N — Reset input (active low) |
| Pin 100 | GND — Ground |
Typical Applications
ATSAME51N19A-AU is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Motor Control, Building Automation and HVAC Controllers, Smart Energy Metering, USB Industrial Peripherals, IoT Edge Sensor Nodes, Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Panels.
Industrial Motor Control
The ATSAME51N19A-AU's ARM Cortex-M4F core with single-precision FPU executes field-oriented control (FOC) loops in real time at 120 MHz, while its 12-bit 1 MSPS ADC samples phase currents with sufficient resolution for sinusoidal commutation. Up to 8 SERCOM channels allow simultaneous SPI encoder feedback and UART communication with a controller. Hardware floating-point multiplications and PWM-synchronized ADC triggering via the TCC timer counter-event system yield deterministic sub-1 µs control loop periods, suitable for PMSM, BLDC, and stepper drives up to several kW. The industrial temperature grade (-40°C to +85°C) and ECC Flash make the E51 deployable in factory-floor cabinets without reliability concerns.
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Building Automation and HVAC Controllers
Building automation gateways require deterministic CAN-FD bus handling for BACnet/Modbus traffic, real-time sensor scanning, and secure firmware updates. The ATSAME51N19A-AU integrates a CAN-FD controller and USB 2.0 Full-Speed with on-chip transceiver for direct host connectivity without external PHY. The TrustZone-M isolation allows secure OTA firmware validation via the AES-256/SHA-256/TRNG crypto block while keeping application logic in a non-secure memory partition. The 100-pin TQFP provides ample GPIO for relay drivers, 0-10 V analog outputs, and multiple UARTs for RS-485 sensor networks. Industrial-grade temperature operation ensures reliability in unconditioned electrical closets and rooftop HVAC enclosures.
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Smart Energy Metering
Single-phase and poly-phase energy meters demand high-accuracy ADC sampling at 4 kSPS per channel with simultaneous computation of RMS voltage, current, and active/reactive power. The ATSAME51N19A-AU's 12-bit ADC paired with the Cortex-M4F DSP extensions (single-cycle MAC, SIMD) executes per-sample power calculations inside the ADC interrupt service routine without CPU saturation. Hardware AES-128 encryption of tariff data, cryptographic signing of meter readings, and TRNG-seeded key generation protect against tampering. The 512 KB dual-panel Flash supports concurrent firmware updates mandated by smart-grid regulations, while the ECC Flash detects bit errors caused by electrical noise on the meter bus.
Recommended
USB Industrial Peripherals
USB Human Interface Devices (HID), data-acquisition interfaces, and industrial input panels benefit from the ATSAME51N19A-AU's integrated USB 2.0 Full-Speed PHY that eliminates external transceiver cost. The 120 MHz Cortex-M4F core handles HID report generation, ADC streaming at 1 MSPS, and DMA-driven bulk transfers without CPU intervention via 32 DMA channels. The 8 SERCOM interfaces allow simultaneous connections to multiple UART sensors (RS-232/RS-485), SPI displays, and I2C peripherals. The USB bootloader in ROM supports field firmware updates over the same USB port, and the TrustZone-M isolation can protect device authentication keys from firmware compromise.
Recommended
IoT Edge Sensor Nodes
Industrial IoT gateways aggregating sensor data over LoRa, sub-GHz wireless, or Wi-Fi modules require sufficient processing for edge analytics, secure key storage, and reliable connectivity stacks. The ATSAME51N19A-AU runs MQTT-SN or CoAP stacks in addition to encryption (AES) and authentication (SHA-256) in the cryptographic accelerator, freeing the CPU from crypto overhead. 192 KB SRAM accommodates TLS 1.2/1.3 handshakes for secure cloud connectivity, while the dual-panel 512 KB Flash supports A/B firmware partitions for OTA updates. The 100-pin TQFP package and 1.71-3.6 V supply voltage allow direct battery or solar-power operation in remote deployments.
Recommended
Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Panels
Industrial HMI panels integrate touch displays, RGB interfaces, and multiple serial peripherals while running real-time graphics. The ATSAME51N19A-AU's SERCOM channels connect to SPI displays, I2C touch controllers, and UART sensor ports simultaneously. The Cortex-M4F FPU accelerates JPEG decoding and graphics rendering, while the 192 KB SRAM accommodates framebuffers for small color TFTs. The 12-bit DAC drives audio alerts, and the TCC timers generate backlight PWM with phase-shifted outputs for LED matrix dimming. TrustZone-M protects the UI firmware from unauthorized modification, and the industrial temperature grade supports panel-mount deployments near heat-generating equipment.
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Engineering reference data for ATSAME51N19A-AU — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | ATSAME51N19A-AUT | ATSAMD51N19A-AF | ATSAMD51P19A-AU | ATSAME54N20A-AU | ATSAME51J20A-AUT-EFP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 100-pin TQFP (14x14) | 100-pin TQFP (14x14) - same | 100-pin TQFP (14x14) - same | 100-pin TQFP (14x14) - same | 100-pin TQFP (14x14) - same | 100-pin TQFP (14x14) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Core | ARM Cortex-M4F | ARM Cortex-M4F | ARM Cortex-M4F | ARM Cortex-M4F | ARM Cortex-M4F | ARM Cortex-M4F |
| Max Clock Speed | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz |
| Flash | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 1 MB | 1 MB |
| SRAM | 192 KB | 192 KB | 192 KB | 192 KB | 256 KB | 256 KB |
| Cryptographic Accelerator | Yes (AES/SHA/TRNG) | Yes (AES/SHA/TRNG) | No | No | Yes (AES/SHA/TRNG) | Yes (AES/SHA/TRNG) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C | -40°C to +85°C | -40°C to +85°C | -40°C to +85°C | -40°C to +85°C | -40°C to +85°C |
| Supply Voltage | 1.71 V to 3.6 V | 1.71 V to 3.6 V | 1.71 V to 3.6 V | 1.71 V to 3.6 V | 1.71 V to 3.6 V | 1.71 V to 3.6 V |
Key Differentiators
- Integrated cryptographic accelerator for industrial security (vs ATSAMD51P19A-AU)
- Dual-panel Flash with ECC for live firmware updates (vs ATSAMD51J19A-AFT)
- CAN-FD controller for industrial fieldbus (vs ATSAME51J18A-AF)
Design Notes
The ATSAME51N19A-AU requires a 1.71-3.6 V supply on VDDIN with a separate VDDIO domain for I/O. Decouple both rails with 100 nF ceramic capacitors placed within 5 mm of each supply pin, plus a 4.7 µF bulk capacitor per rail. The on-chip voltage regulator requires an external 1 µF capacitor on the VDDOUT pin for core stability. In USB applications, the VDDIO must be at 3.3 V for USB Full-Speed signal compliance per the USB 2.0 specification. Power-rail sequencing (VDDIN before VDDIO) is recommended to avoid latch-up; consult the SAME51 datasheet DS60001506 for full power-rail sequencing diagrams.
The 100-pin TQFP package has a thermal resistance θJA of approximately 31 °C/W (still-air, JEDEC 4-layer PCB). At maximum CPU activity (120 MHz, all peripherals active), the E51 consumes roughly 100 mW, resulting in a junction-temperature rise of about 3 °C above ambient - well within the 85 °C industrial limit. For designs operating at +85 °C ambient with minimal airflow, however, headroom drops to zero. Add a thermal copper pour under the exposed pad (TQFP-100 has no exposed pad; use copper-filled GND pour instead) and avoid placing heat-generating components directly above the MCU. Derating 20% of maximum CPU activity is recommended for high-ambient industrial deployments.
Route the 50 MHz external crystal traces (XIN/XOUT) as short as possible (under 10 mm) with a ground guard trace on each side to prevent crosstalk into the ADC inputs. Place the 12 pF crystal load capacitors within 3 mm of the XIN/XOUT pins. For the USB DP/DM differential pair, maintain 90 Ω differential impedance with matched trace lengths (within 2 mm) and keep the pair clear of noisy traces (PWM, switching regulator). All SERCOM signals can be remapped to alternate pads via the I/O multiplexing controller; use the Atmel START pin mux tool to verify pin assignment conflicts before PCB layout freeze.
Estimated: programming firmware to the ATSAME51N19A-AU without setting the GCLK_CONFIG and SUPC.VREF settings correctly can cause the PLL to fail lock at 120 MHz - always boot from the 12 MHz internal oscillator and let the DFLL lock first before switching to PLL. A common pitfall is configuring the SERCOM baud rate generator without accounting for the SERCOM GCLK source - the SERCOM clock must be at least 2x the desired baud rate. Also, when migrating from SAM D51 to SAM E51 firmware, verify that crypto-related PORT mappings do not conflict with the application-defined GPIO layout, as the E51 has additional SERCOM/IOC pins not present on the D51. TrustZone-M secure attribute configuration errors will silently break interrupt vector routing - always verify in the SAME51 device family pack examples.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliance per Microchip product page. AEC-Q100 not applicable - this is an industrial-grade part (-40°C to +85°C); for automotive AEC-Q100 qualified parts see SAM E51J variants. Lead-free and matte-tin finish per Microchip manufacturing standards.