Low-cost ASIL C/SIL 2-compliant AVR® SD microcontrollers (MCUs) are a series of highly reliable and cost-effective microcontrollers designed for automotive and industrial safety-critical applications. These MCUs are built to meet the stringent requirements of the automotive industry, including ISO 26262 safety standards, offering an ASIL C (Automotive Safety Integrity Level) rating, which guarantees a high level of safety for systems used in vehicles. Similarly, these MCUs also comply with SIL 2 (Safety Integrity Level 2) standards, making them suitable for industrial and other safety-critical systems where functional safety is paramount. By combining performance with safety, these MCUs are ideal for embedded applications that require both high reliability and cost-effectiveness.
The AVR® SD family of microcontrollers is known for its simplicity and ease of integration into various systems. With a range of performance options, including high-speed processing and low-power capabilities, these MCUs are well-suited for a wide range of applications, from automotive body control and motor control systems to industrial machinery and factory automation. The microcontrollers are designed to handle complex safety functions, such as error detection, fail-safe mechanisms, and diagnostics, ensuring that the system operates reliably even in the event of a fault. The use of these MCUs helps to reduce the overall system complexity and cost while still maintaining the required safety standards. To learn more, visit microchip.com.