Z8F0831SJ020SG

Embedded - Microcontrollers

The Z8F0831SJ020SG microcontroller is a type of embedded microcontroller developed and manufactured by Zilog that is used in a range of applications. This low-cost microcontroller is an ideal choice for applications that require low operating power. It is designed for simple and straightforward applications with its 8-bit architecture, allowing for easy and cost-efficient reprogramming and upgrades. This microcontroller operates on 3.3 V, and its processing unit is based on RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computer) architecture.

The Z8F0831SJ020SG microcontroller is designed to offer good performance at low cost. It is a low-power 8-bit RISC processor core, clocked up to 32 MHz with on-chip flash memory, SRAM and a range of peripherals that includes serial communications, SPI, and I2C. The Z8F0831SJ020SG microcontroller also includes a low-power real-time clock, on-chip oscillator, and a range of power management options. It has an on-chip 8-bit PWM, a low-power watchdog timer, and a full timer module.

The Z8F0831SJ020SG microcontroller is a versatile solution for many embedded applications. Its high-end features such as 16-bit registers, two-cycle Harvard Bus architecture, four-source multi-bit ALU, and low-power modes, make it a suitable solution for a range of applications, such as:

• Automotive
• Medical
• Industrial automation
• Consumer electronics

The main features of the Z8F0831SJ020SG microcontroller are outlined below.

On-Chip Flash, SRAM, and a Range of Peripherals

The Z8F0831SJ020SG microcontroller has 256 kBytes of flash memory and 12 kBytes of SRAM. It also includes a range of peripherals including serial communication controllers (USARTs), pulse-width modulation (PWM) module, watchdog timer, analog comparators, and one or two I2C ports. The Z8F0831SJ020SG also has on-chip I2C boot and an on-chip oscillator for internal clock generation, which greatly simplifies system configuration.

Low-Power Modes

The Z8F0831SJ020SG microcontroller has three low-power modes. The Standby mode reduces the core clock frequency to 2 kHz to reduce system power consumption, while the Deep Sleep mode shuts down the clock and reduces current consumption to as little as 0.5 μA. The Advanced Power Management (APM) also allows the system to be powered down when a specific event occurs. This allows for advanced sleep modes, for example, with the wake-up system, the system can be brought out of Standby mode when a specific interrupt occurs.

Power Supply and Clock

The Z8F0831SJ020SG microcontroller runs on a 3.3 V power supply. It has an on-chip oscillator that operates from 8 MHz to 16 MHz, and the system clock can be configured to run from 1 MHz to 32 MHz by programming the system control registers. It also has an external clock input for external clock sources.

Temperature Range

The Z8F0831SJ020SG microcontroller can operate at a temperature range of -40 °C to +125 °C. This makes it suitable for a wide range of applications in extreme temperature environments.

Conclusion

The Z8F0831SJ020SG microcontroller is an ideal choice for applications that require low power and simple programming. It is a low-cost, low-power 8-bit RISC microcontroller with on-chip memory and a range of peripherals that make it suitable for use in automotive, medical, industrial, and consumer applications. Its on-chip oscillator, along with its low-power modes, allows for low-power operation, and its temperature range makes it suitable for use in extreme temperature environments.