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ATMEGA324PA-CU - 8-bit AVR MCU 32KB Flash 20MHz VFBGA-49 | Microchip

料号: ATMEGA324PA-CU ✓ 量产中
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2.5 V / 3.3 V / 5 V Vdss 49-VFBGA (5x5 mm) Package 20 MHz Speed 32 KB (16K x 16) ISP Flash Memory
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ATMEGA324PA-CU 概述

The Microchip Technology ATMEGA324PA-CU is a picoPower 8-bit AVR RISC microcontroller with 32 KB ISP Flash, 1 KB EEPROM, 2 KB SRAM, and a 20 MHz maximum clock, housed in a 49-ball VFBGA (5x5 mm) package.

A microcontroller unit (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a processor core, program memory, data memory, and peripherals into one package. Within the power-management hierarchy of embedded systems, the 8-bit AVR family from Microchip (originally Atmel) sits in the cost- and power-sensitive segment between tiny 6-pin MCUs and 32-bit ARM cores, and the ATmega324 series is its mid-density 44/49-pin workhorse for general-purpose embedded control.

Key features of the ATMEGA324PA-CU include 32 general-purpose I/O lines, 32 general-purpose working registers directly connected to the ALU, 131 mostly single-cycle instructions yielding throughput close to 1 MIPS per MHz, and the picoPower low-power technology for sleep currents suited to battery designs. Memory resources are generous for the class: 32 KB of self-programmable ISP Flash with read-while-write capability, 1 KB of EEPROM for non-volatile calibration data, and 2 KB of internal SRAM.

The AVR enhanced RISC architecture executes powerful instructions in a single clock cycle, achieving throughputs up to ten times faster than conventional CISC microcontrollers at the same clock rate. The device supplies three flexible timer/counters with compare modes and PWM, two USARTs for serial communication, a byte-oriented Two-Wire Interface (TWI/I2C), and an 8-channel 10-bit ADC, allowing one chip to service sensing, actuation, and communication simultaneously. Operating supply spans 2.5 V, 3.3 V, and 5 V rails, easing reuse across 5 V industrial and 3.3 V portable designs.

Typical applications include industrial automation nodes, portable battery-powered instruments exploiting picoPower sleep modes, consumer appliance control boards, and sensor hubs using the ADC plus TWI. The 5x5 mm VFBGA-49 ball grid array makes the part attractive for compact, two-sided PCB layouts.

Design consideration: at 20 MHz and 5 V the device is near its speed/voltage corner; verify the speed-versus-voltage curve in the manufacturer datasheet and provide 100 nF decoupling on every VCC/AVCC ball pair.

This page synthesizes distributor cross-reference data, drop-in replacement guidance, and design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet.

直接替换替代料: ATMEGA324PA-CU ——相同封装,引脚兼容。需要 PCB 改动的不同封装料号已排除。

本系列中的变体

可与以下型号直接替换的同系列型号: ATMEGA324PA-CU (相同外形与封装尺寸) ——差异在于 Package, Flash Memory, Instruction Set, SRAM, Core Architecture.

Microchip Technology
Package: 49-VFBGA (5 x 5 mm)
Instruction Set: 133 instructions, most single-cycle
SRAM: 1 KB
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Microchip Technology
Flash Memory: 16 KB (8K x 16) ISP, read-while-write
Instruction Set: 133 powerful instructions, most single-cycle
SRAM: 1 KB
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Microchip Technology
Flash Memory: 16 KB (8K x 16)
SRAM: 1 KB (1K x 8)
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Microchip Technology
Package: 49-VFBGA (5x5 mm)
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Microchip Technology
Package: 49-VFBGA (5 x 5 mm)
Flash Memory: 32 KB (16K x 16) ISP Flash with read-while-write
Instruction Set: 131 powerful instructions, mostly single-cycle
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Microchip Technology
Package: 44-QFN (5x5 mm) with exposed pad
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Microchip Technology
Package: 40-PDIP, 0.600 in (15.24 mm) width
Core Architecture: 8-bit AVR RISC
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ATMEGA324PA-CUR

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Microchip Technology
📦 49-VFBGA (5x5)
AVR 8-bit RISC · 32 KB (16K x 16) ISP Flash with read-while-write · 1 KB · 2 KB · 20 MHz · 131 powerful instructions, mostly single-cycle · 2.5 V / 3.3 V / 5 V operation · 4.5 V to 5.5 V

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ATMEGA324PA-CU 最大额定值与电气特性

Core Architecture 8-bit AVR enhanced RISC
Flash Memory 32 KB (16K x 16) ISP Flash
EEPROM 1 KB
SRAM 2 KB
最大时钟频率 20 MHz
电源电压 2.5 V / 3.3 V / 5 V
I/O Lines 32
General Purpose Working Registers 32
Instruction Set 131 instructions, most single-cycle
Timers/Counters 3 with compare modes and PWM
USART 2
Serial Interface TWI (I2C-compatible), byte-oriented
ADC 8-channel, 10-bit
Low-Power Technology picoPower
封装 49-VFBGA (5x5 mm)
安装类型 Surface Mount
Programming In-System Programmable (ISP), read-while-write
Lifecycle Stage ACTIVE

ATMEGA324PA-CU 49-vfbga (5x5 mm) 引脚配置指南

ATMEGA324PA-CU(49-vfbga (5x5 mm) 封装)的引脚配置。 该数字 IC 包含 GPIO、通信接口(UART、SPI、I2C)和电源引脚。请参阅制造商数据手册以了解复用引脚功能和配置选项。对嵌入式系统设计和 PCB 布局至关重要。

ATMEGA324PA-CU 的 49-vfbga (5x5 mm) 封装引脚图

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典型应用

ATMEGA324PA-CU 适用于 6 应用s: Industrial Automation Control Nodes, Portable Battery-Powered Instruments, Consumer Appliance Control Boards, Sensor Hubs and Data Acquisition, Embedded Networking Subsystems, Motor Control and Actuation.

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Industrial Automation Control Nodes

The ATMEGA324PA-CU fits industrial automation nodes because it combines 32 KB of ISP Flash, two USARTs, and a TWI bus in a single 5x5 mm VFBGA package, enough resources to run Modbus-style serial links, a TWI sensor chain, and PWM actuator control concurrently. The AVR core delivers close to 1 MIPS per MHz, so at 20 MHz roughly 20 MIPS are available for control loops. The 8-channel 10-bit ADC accepts multiple analog sensor inputs without external multiplexers, and 1 KB EEPROM retains calibration data across power cycles. Operation at 5 V matches legacy industrial logic levels, improving noise margins on long board traces. Designers should allocate the two USARTs to RS-485 and a service port respectively and keep ISR latency within the timer period.

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Portable Battery-Powered Instruments

Battery-powered instruments benefit directly from the picoPower technology that defines the ATMEGA324PA: the PA revision of the ATmega324P was engineered specifically for reduced active and sleep current, so handheld meters, loggers, and testers can sleep for long intervals between measurements. The 2.5 V supply capability allows direct operation from two NiMH cells or a low-voltage LDO rail, while the 8-channel 10-bit ADC digitizes sensor outputs on-chip, removing external converter components and their quiescent budgets. The 49-ball VFBGA (5x5 mm) conserves board area in handheld enclosures, and the on-chip EEPROM stores calibration constants without external NVM. Design practice: use the deepest sleep mode compatible with the required wake latency and clock the ADC only during measurement windows.

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Consumer Appliance Control Boards

Home appliance control boards traditionally use mid-density AVR MCUs, and the ATMEGA324PA-CU matches this profile: 32 KB Flash holds UI, motor-timing, and communication firmware; three timer/counters with PWM drive triac or motor control signals; and two USARTs interface between a user-panel controller and a main communication link. The 5 V rating and wide family availability simplify 5 V appliance designs, while the 32 GPIO lines cover a button matrix, display drive, and relay outputs without port expanders. The VFBGA package reduces controller footprint on crowded mainboards, though manufacturers should confirm BGA rework procedures for serviceability. The 1 KB EEPROM retains user settings such as cycle preferences through power interruptions, improving perceived product quality.

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Sensor Hubs and Data Acquisition

As a compact sensor hub, the ATMEGA324PA-CU aggregates digital sensors on its TWI (I2C-compatible) interface and analog channels on the 8-channel 10-bit ADC, then forwards processed data over either USART - for example to an RS-485 transceiver or a wireless module. The single-cycle AVR core executes filtering and scaling math efficiently, and the 2 KB SRAM buffers sample blocks without external memory in many monitoring applications. Running from a 3.3 V rail keeps ADC full-scale compatible with common MEMS sensor outputs, while 20 MHz operation provides timing headroom for scheduled sampling. Place 100 nF decoupling at every supply ball and keep analog sensor traces away from USART lines to preserve 10-bit ADC accuracy.

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Embedded Networking Subsystems

With two independent USARTs and a hardware TWI, the ATMEGA324PA-CU can service a network link and a local device bus simultaneously, making it suitable as a protocol converter or subsystem controller inside larger equipment. Firmware can implement UART protocols such as Modbus RTU at standard baud rates using the 20 MHz clock, while the TWI manages EEPROMs, RTCs, or display controllers. The 32 KB Flash accommodates dual-protocol stacks plus a bootloader, and read-while-write Flash permits field firmware updates without halting serial communication. The 5x5 mm VFBGA keeps the controller compact next to the physical-layer components. Designers should verify ESD protection on externally wired USART lines, since AVR I/O tolerances assume board-level protection.

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Motor Control and Actuation

The three timer/counters with compare modes and PWM outputs let the ATMEGA324PA-CU generate multi-channel PWM for DC motor, servo, or LED-dimmer actuation, while the ADC reads current-sense or position-feedback signals in the same device. At 20 MHz the PWM resolution at typical motor frequencies (for example 16 kHz) remains high enough for smooth speed control, and single-cycle ALU operation keeps PID loop latency predictable. The 32 GPIO lines support limit switches, an H-bridge direction interface, and a fault-flag handshake. Operating at 5 V gives robust gate-drive levels for logic-level MOSFET drivers. Isolate ADC sense routing from PWM switching nodes on the PCB and use the input-capture timer for encoder feedback timing.

What is the ATMEGA324PA-CU microcontroller?
The ATMEGA324PA-CU is a Microchip picoPower 8-bit AVR RISC microcontroller with 32 KB ISP Flash, 1 KB EEPROM, 2 KB SRAM, 32 I/O lines, and a 20 MHz maximum clock, packaged in a 49-ball VFBGA (5x5 mm). Per the Microchip product page, it also integrates three timers with PWM, two USARTs, a TWI interface, and an 8-channel 10-bit ADC in a single chip for embedded control applications.
What is the maximum clock speed of ATMEGA324PA-CU?
The ATMEGA324PA-CU runs at up to 20 MHz according to DigiKey and Mouser listings. Because the AVR core executes most of its 131 instructions in a single clock cycle, throughput approaches 1 MIPS per MHz, so at 20 MHz the device delivers roughly 20 MIPS of processing performance, adequate for control loops, serial protocol handling, and ADC-based sensing.
What package does ATMEGA324PA-CU come in?
The ATMEGA324PA-CU is supplied in a 49-ball VFBGA (Very Fine Pitch Ball Grid Array) measuring 5x5 mm, as listed by DigiKey. This BGA package suits compact, high-density boards where a TQFP-44 footprint is too large. Note that the same die is offered in TQFP-44 (ATMEGA324PA-AU) and VQFN-44 (ATMEGA324PA-MU) packages, but those are NOT footprint-compatible with the VFBGA-49.
Is ATMEGA324PA-CU RoHS compliant?
Compliance status for the ATMEGA324PA-CU is not explicitly stated in the source data captured for this page; per Microchip policy the active ATmega324PA family is generally offered RoHS-compliant, but you should verify the exact RoHS/REACH certificate for ATMEGA324PA-CU on the Microchip product page or with your distributor before releasing the design. Do not assume lead-free status without checking the official Microchip environmental documentation.
What is the best drop-in replacement for ATMEGA324PA-CU?
The most direct replacement is ATMEGA324PA-CUR, which is the same 49-ball VFBGA die and ordering code in tape-and-reel packaging, making it pin-to-pin and parametrically identical. For firmware-compatible alternatives, the newer ATMEGA324PB offers more peripherals (including extra USART and SPI) but is not offered in the VFBGA-49 footprint, so it requires a PCB change. Always verify package code -CU (VFBGA-49) when ordering substitutes.
Can ATMEGA324PA-CU operate at 5V?
Yes, the ATMEGA324PA-CU supports 5 V operation; FindIC data lists its supply range as 2.5 V, 3.3 V, and 5 V, and Mouser describes the part explicitly as a 5V AVR MCU with 32KB Flash and 20 MHz clock. At 5 V the full 20 MHz speed grade is available, while lower supply voltages restrict the maximum safe clock frequency, so always consult the speed-versus-VCC curve in the manufacturer datasheet.
ATMEGA324PA-CU vs ATMEGA324PA-AU - what is the difference?
The only fundamental difference is the package: ATMEGA324PA-CU is a 49-ball VFBGA (5x5 mm), while ATMEGA324PA-AU is a 44-pin TQFP. Both use the same picoPower AVR die with 32 KB Flash, 1 KB EEPROM, 2 KB SRAM, and a 20 MHz clock, and firmware is identical. The VFBGA exposes slightly different ball mapping and requires BGA assembly capability; the TQFP suits hand-solderable prototyping. They are not footprint interchangeable.
ATMEGA324PA vs ATMEGA324PB - which should I choose?
Choose ATMEGA324PA when you need the proven picoPower die, the VFBGA-49 footprint, or lowest-cost availability on existing boards; choose ATMEGA324PB for new designs that benefit from its added peripherals (extra USART, SPI, and enhanced timers) while keeping ATmega324 code compatibility. Findchips compares the two parts directly; the PB is the newer generation, but the PA remains active and the PB lacks the VFBGA package option.
Is ATMEGA324PA-CU suitable for battery-powered designs?
Yes, the ATMEGA324PA-CU is specifically built for low-power applications: Microchip markets the ATmega324PA as a picoPower device, the PA suffix denoting the power-optimized version of the ATmega324P. Its sleep modes and low active current make it well matched to portable instruments, metering, and sensor nodes. Combine the picoPower sleep modes with the on-chip ADC and TWI to duty-cycle the system for maximum battery life.
Where can I buy ATMEGA324PA-CU and what does it cost?
The ATMEGA324PA-CU is stocked by major distributors including DigiKey and Mouser, with pricing also aggregated on Octopart. Indicative pricing on this page is approximately $3.75 at quantity 1, stepping down to about $2.45 at 1,000 pieces (as of 2026-09-17; verify live pricing with the distributor before ordering, as MCU market pricing fluctuates with lead times and inventory).
What is the lead time and stock status for ATMEGA324PA-CU?
DigiKey lists the ATMEGA324PA-CU with ships-today availability, indicating stock at the time of listing, and Octopart aggregates pricing from at least one distributor. Lifecycle stage is ACTIVE per datasheet specification databases. For production volumes, confirm current lead time directly with Microchip or your distributor, since AVR lead times have historically varied from stock to many weeks depending on demand cycles.
Where can I download the ATMEGA324PA-CU datasheet PDF?
The authoritative ATmega324PA datasheet is available from the Microchip product page at microchip.com/en-us/product/ATmega324PA, which links the current ATmega164A/PA/324A/PA/644A/PA/1284/P family datasheet PDF. Mirror copies are hosted on datasheets.com and Octopart. Always use the Microchip original to ensure you have the latest revision covering the picoPower ATmega324PA specifications.
Is ATMEGA324PA the same as ATMEGA324P?
No, they are related but different grades: the ATMEGA324PA is the picoPower power-optimized revision of the ATMEGA324P, offering lower active and sleep current consumption on the same 32 KB Flash / 2 KB SRAM / 20 MHz platform. The PA is generally the preferred part for new designs. Check the Microchip migration documentation before substituting one for the other in existing boards, though firmware written for the P typically runs unchanged on the PA.
What are the key specifications of ATMEGA324PA-CU that engineers should know?
Engineers should know these ATMEGA324PA-CU facts: 8-bit AVR RISC core at up to 20 MHz (~1 MIPS/MHz, 131 instructions); 32 KB ISP Flash with read-while-write, 1 KB EEPROM, 2 KB SRAM; 32 GPIO lines; two USARTs, one TWI (I2C), and an 8-channel 10-bit ADC; three timers with PWM; picoPower low-power operation over 2.5 V to 5 V supplies; and a 5x5 mm 49-ball VFBGA package. Source: Microchip product page and DigiKey listing.
What is the best Microchip equivalent for ATMEGA324PA-CU if the VFBGA package is unavailable?
Within Microchip, the best equivalents are ATMEGA324PA-AU (TQFP-44) and ATMEGA324PA-MU (VQFN-44), which use the identical die, memory map, and peripherals as the -CU VFBGA version, so firmware ports unchanged. Because the package differs, a PCB respin is required - these are firmware-compatible but not footprint drop-ins. For the same VFBGA-49 footprint, the only direct equivalent is the ATMEGA324PA-CUR reel variant.
Does ATMEGA324PA-CU support In-System Programming and debugging?
Yes, the ATMEGA324PA-CU supports In-System Serial Programming (ICSP) through two device I/O pins plus reset, and Microchip tools such as the MPLAB SNAP programmer can program and debug the device, per the Microchip ATmega324P family documentation. The 32 KB Flash also supports read-while-write self-programming for bootloaders, enabling field firmware updates over the USART or TWI interfaces without a dedicated programmer on the production line.

工程参考数据: ATMEGA324PA-CU ——对比、设计指导和合规信息。

选型指南

Choose the ATMEGA324PA-CU when board area is constrained enough to justify BGA assembly and you need the ATmega324 feature set: 32 KB Flash, 2 KB SRAM, two USARTs, TWI, 8-channel 10-bit ADC, and picoPower sleep modes at up to 20 MHz. If your factory lacks BGA rework or inspection capability, select the ATMEGA324PA-AU/AUR (TQFP-44) or ATMEGA324PA-MU (VQFN-44) - same die, same firmware, hand- or reflow-friendly packages. For supply resilience, qualify the ATMEGA324PB only if you can accept a PCB respin, since it adds peripherals but not the VFBGA-49 footprint. The true drop-in universe for this MPN is essentially the ATMEGA324PA-CUR reel variant alone; there is no cross-brand pin-compatible VFBGA-49 device, so single-source risk must be managed by pre-qualifying a TQFP-44 layout migration path. Verify 20 MHz operation only at the highest supply range per the datasheet speed/voltage curve.

与替代料对比

参数 本产品 ATMEGA324PA-CUR ATMEGA324PA-AUR ATMEGA324PA-MU
Package 49-VFBGA (5x5 mm) 49-VFBGA (5x5 mm) - same TQFP-44 (different footprint) VQFN-44 (different footprint)
Brand Microchip Technology Microchip Technology Microchip Technology Microchip Technology
Flash Memory 32 KB 32 KB 32 KB 32 KB
SRAM 2 KB 2 KB 2 KB 2 KB
EEPROM 1 KB 1 KB 1 KB 1 KB
Maximum Clock 20 MHz 20 MHz 20 MHz 20 MHz
Supply Voltage 2.5 V / 3.3 V / 5 V 2.5 V / 3.3 V / 5 V 2.5 V / 3.3 V / 5 V 2.5 V / 3.3 V / 5 V
Pin Count 49 balls 49 balls 44 pins 44 pins

关键差异点

  • Only ATmega324PA ordering code in compact VFBGA-49 (对比 ATMEGA324PA-AUR)
  • picoPower low-power revision (对比 ATMEGA324A-AU)
  • Severe scarcity of true VFBGA-49 drop-ins (对比 ATMEGA324PA-MU)

设计说明

The 49-VFBGA (5x5 mm) ball array requires BGA-capable PCB fabrication with fine-pitch pads and typically 4-layer stack-up to route the 32 GPIO and power balls. Provide via-in-pad or dog-bone escape routing on 0.5 mm-class ball pitch, and place 100 nF ceramic decoupling capacitors within 2 mm of each VCC/AVCC ball pair with solid ground planes on layer 2. Confirm your assembler supports BGA placement and X-ray inspection before committing to the -CU package; otherwise the TQFP-44 ATMEGA324PA-AU uses the identical die.

The ATMEGA324PA-CU supports 2.5 V, 3.3 V, and 5 V supplies, but the maximum clock is voltage-dependent in the AVR family: full 20 MHz operation requires the highest voltage range. Verify the speed-versus-VCC curve in the manufacturer datasheet before running 20 MHz at reduced supply; if your design must run at 3.3 V, derate the clock accordingly or accept reduced MIPS. Connect AVCC to the clean analog supply even if only digital peripherals are used, and never leave AVCC floating - this is a documented requirement of ATmega devices.

Program the ATMEGA324PA-CU via ICSP using two I/O pins plus reset with tools such as MPLAB SNAP. A frequent field failure is enabling the JTAG/ debugger pins or the reset-disable fuse, which locks out subsequent in-system reprogramming - leave RESET functional unless field programming is definitely not required. Also note the RESET pin polarity and the EEPROM write timing during brownout: enable the on-chip brown-out detector so EEPROM corruption does not occur at low supply, and allocate the boot section in Flash if you intend to use a self-programming bootloader.

合规信息

RoHS
Unknown
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
无铅
Unknown
无卤
Unknown
冲突矿物
Unknown

Compliance certificates were not present in the provided web data. Verify RoHS/REACH/lead-free status on the official Microchip product page or via the Microchip environmental documentation before release.

数据核验日期: 2026-09-17 ——数据由 XAIPART 元器件工程团队核验和整理

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