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SELECTING THE RIGHT MICROCONTROLLER UNIT

by Chad Gallun

Start ý Selection Process ý General Attributes ý MCU Resources ý Selection Criteria ý Memory ý System Cost Reduction ý Additional Hardware Requirements ý MCU Interrupts ý System Software ý Company Attributes ý Supplier Attributes ý Manufacturer Support ý Finalizing the Selection ý On Your Way ý Sources and PDF

ON YOUR WAY

In conclusion, selecting the right MCU for your project is not an easy decision, as MCUs have become more complex since on-chip resources were added. And because the trend is toward on-chip integration of off-chip resources to reduce system cost, the decision will become increasingly complex.

This article is not intended to make your choice, but to serve as a thought-provoking guideline as to all the possible selection criteria that should be considered in this important decision process.

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