ATSAML11E16A-MU Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ATSAML11E16A-MU is an ARM Cortex-M23 SAM L11 microcontroller IC manufactured by Microchip Technology. This 32-bit single-core embedded processor operates at 32MHz with 64KB FLASH memory and is housed in a 32-VQFN (5x5) surface mount package. The device is currently in active production status with full RoHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected certification. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical specifications, memory configurations, package types, and compliance certifications align with the original component requirements.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	ATSAML11E16A-MU
Manufacturer	Microchip Technology
Series	SAM L11
Core Processor	ARM Cortex-M23
Core Size	32-Bit Single-Core
Speed	32MHz
Program Memory Size	64KB (64K x 8) FLASH
EEPROM Size	2K x 8
RAM Size	16K x 8
Voltage Supply (Vcc/Vdd)	1.62V ~ 3.63V
Number of I/O	25
Connectivity	I2C, LINbus, SPI, UART/USART
Data Converters	A/D 10x12b; D/A 1x10b
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
Package Type	32-VQFN (5x5) Exposed Pad
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
MSL Rating	3 (168 Hours)
Product Status	Active

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The ATSAML10E16A-MU qualifies as a parametric equivalent substitute based on the following alignment criteria:

Matching Electrical Specifications:

Identical core processor architecture (ARM Cortex-M23)
Identical clock speed (32MHz)
Identical program memory capacity (64KB FLASH)
Identical EEPROM size (2K x 8)
Identical RAM size (16K x 8)
Identical voltage supply range (1.62V ~ 3.63V)
Identical I/O count (25 pins)
Identical connectivity interfaces (I2C, LINbus, SPI, UART/USART)
Identical data converter specifications (A/D 10x12b; D/A 1x10b)
Identical operating temperature range (-40°C ~ 85°C)

Matching Physical & Compliance Specifications:

Identical package type (32-VQFN 5x5 Exposed Pad)
Identical mounting type (Surface Mount)
Identical RoHS3 compliance status
Identical MSL rating (3, 168 Hours)
REACH unaffected status maintained

The primary distinction between these parts is the series designation (SAM L11 versus SAM L10) and associated ECCN/HTSUS classifications, which do not affect functional or electrical interchangeability.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	ATSAML11E16A-MU	ATSAML10E16A-MU	Match
Manufacturer	Microchip Technology	Microchip Technology	✓
Core Processor	ARM Cortex-M23	ARM Cortex-M23	✓
Core Size	32-Bit Single-Core	32-Bit Single-Core	✓
Speed	32MHz	32MHz	✓
Program Memory Size	64KB (64K x 8) FLASH	64KB (64K x 8) FLASH	✓
EEPROM Size	2K x 8	2K x 8	✓
RAM Size	16K x 8	16K x 8	✓
Voltage Supply (Vcc/Vdd)	1.62V ~ 3.63V	1.62V ~ 3.63V	✓
Number of I/O	25	25	✓
Connectivity	I2C, LINbus, SPI, UART/USART	I2C, LINbus, SPI, UART/USART	✓
Data Converters	A/D 10x12b; D/A 1x10b	A/D 10x12b; D/A 1x10b	✓
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 85°C (TA)	-40°C ~ 85°C (TA)	✓
Package Type	32-VQFN (5x5) Exposed Pad	32-VQFN (5x5) Exposed Pad	✓
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	✓
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	✓
MSL Rating	3 (168 Hours)	3 (168 Hours)	✓
Product Status	Active	Active	✓

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the ATSAML11E16A-MU and ATSAML10E16A-MU are active production components from Microchip Technology with full RoHS3 compliance and identical electrical and physical specifications. Selection between these parts is based on supply chain availability, inventory status, and regulatory classification requirements specific to the end application. The ATSAML11E16A-MU maintains 954 units in stock, while the ATSAML10E16A-MU has 921 units available. Both components meet identical functional requirements for 32-bit ARM Cortex-M23 microcontroller applications requiring 64KB FLASH memory, 16KB RAM, and 25 I/O pins in a 32-VQFN surface mount package.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are ATSAML11E16A-MU and ATSAML10E16A-MU pin-compatible?

A: Yes. Both components use the 32-VQFN (5x5) Exposed Pad package with identical pin counts (25 I/O) and identical connectivity specifications (I2C, LINbus, SPI, UART/USART).

Q: Can ATSAML10E16A-MU replace ATSAML11E16A-MU in existing designs?

A: Yes, from an electrical and physical standpoint. Both parts share identical core processor architecture, clock speed, memory configuration, voltage supply range, and operating temperature specifications. PCB layout and firmware compatibility are unaffected by the substitution.

Q: What is the difference between SAM L11 and SAM L10 series designations?

A: The series designation reflects internal Microchip product classification. The provided specifications indicate no functional or electrical differences between these series for the E16A variants. Differences are reflected in ECCN and HTSUS classifications.

Q: Are both parts RoHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. Both ATSAML11E16A-MU and ATSAML10E16A-MU carry ROHS3 Compliant certification with MSL rating 3 (168 Hours).

Q: What is the moisture sensitivity level (MSL) for these components?

A: Both parts have MSL rating 3 with a 168-hour floor life. Standard moisture control procedures during storage and handling apply.

Q: Are there any supply chain or availability differences?

A: Current inventory shows ATSAML11E16A-MU with 954 units and ATSAML10E16A-MU with 921 units in stock. Both are active production parts from Microchip Technology.

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