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ATTINY15L-1PI
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IC MCU 8BIT 1KB FLASH 8DIP
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AVR AVR® ATtiny Microcontroller IC 8-Bit 1.6MHz 1KB (512 x 16) FLASH 8-PDIP
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ATTINY15L-1PI

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ATTINY15L-1PI-DG
ATTINY15L-1PI

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IC MCU 8BIT 1KB FLASH 8DIP

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3385 Pcs New Original In Stock
AVR AVR® ATtiny Microcontroller IC 8-Bit 1.6MHz 1KB (512 x 16) FLASH 8-PDIP
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ATTINY15L-1PI Technical Specifications

Category Embedded, Microcontrollers

Manufacturer Microchip Technology

Packaging -

Series AVR® ATtiny

Product Status Obsolete

DiGi-Electronics Programmable Not Verified

Core Processor AVR

Core Size 8-Bit

Speed 1.6MHz

Connectivity -

Peripherals Brown-out Detect/Reset, POR, PWM, WDT

Number of I/O 6

Program Memory Size 1KB (512 x 16)

Program Memory Type FLASH

EEPROM Size 64 x 8

RAM Size -

Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 2.7V ~ 5.5V

Data Converters A/D 4x10b

Oscillator Type Internal

Operating Temperature -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)

Mounting Type Through Hole

Supplier Device Package 8-PDIP

Package / Case 8-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm)

Base Product Number ATTINY15

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HTML Datasheet

ATTINY15L-1PI-DG

Environmental & Export Classification

RoHS Status RoHS non-compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) 1 (Unlimited)
REACH Status REACH Unaffected
ECCN EAR99
HTSUS 8542.31.0001

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Standard Package
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is the ATTINY15L-1PI still a viable choice for new low-power embedded designs given that it's marked as obsolete, and what are the key risks of designing it into a production system today?

The ATTINY15L-1PI is not recommended for new designs due to its obsolete status, which means Microchip no longer supports it with updates, errata fixes, or long-term availability guarantees. Designing it into a production system risks supply chain disruptions, lack of technical support, and potential end-of-life (EOL) notifications without replacement options. If you're prototyping or maintaining legacy systems, it may be usable, but for scalable or long-lifecycle products, consider migrating to a supported alternative like the ATTINY25-20PU, which offers pin compatibility, enhanced memory, and active manufacturer support.

Can I safely replace the ATTINY15L-1PI with an ATTINY25-20PU in an existing through-hole PCB design without modifying the layout or firmware?

The ATTINY25-20PU is a functional upgrade path for the ATTINY15L-1PI and shares the same 8-PDIP package and pinout, making it a drop-in replacement in most cases. However, firmware modifications are likely needed due to differences in fuse bit configurations, clock prescaler defaults, and peripheral register mappings—especially for PWM and ADC modules. Additionally, the ATTINY25 runs at up to 20MHz (vs. 1.6MHz internal on the ATTINY15L-1PI), so timing-critical code must be reviewed. Always validate power-on reset behavior and brown-out detection settings during migration to avoid startup failures.

What are the real-world reliability concerns when operating the ATTINY15L-1PI at its minimum 2.7V supply voltage in industrial environments with temperature swings from -20°C to 70°C?

Operating the ATTINY15L-1PI at 2.7V near its lower voltage limit increases susceptibility to brown-out conditions during transient load spikes or supply droops, especially under temperature stress. While the datasheet specifies -40°C to 85°C operation, internal oscillator accuracy degrades at low voltage and extreme temperatures, potentially causing timing drift in communication or PWM outputs. To mitigate risk, use a well-regulated 3.3V supply with decoupling capacitors and enable the brown-out detection (BOD) feature. Avoid relying on internal RC calibration for precision timing in such conditions—external crystals aren't supported, so consider a higher-voltage design margin if timing integrity is critical.

How does the limited 1KB Flash and 64-byte EEPROM of the ATTINY15L-1PI impact firmware development for sensor logging applications, and when should I consider upgrading to a larger AVR variant?

The 1KB Flash severely constrains firmware complexity—leaving minimal space for bootloaders, communication stacks (e.g., UART over bit-banging), or error handling—while the 64-byte EEPROM limits data logging to only a few sensor readings. For applications requiring more than basic state tracking or periodic calibration storage, this memory ceiling becomes a hard barrier. If your design involves even simple data buffering, over-the-air updates, or multiple operational modes, upgrading to the ATTINY25-20PU (2KB Flash, 128-byte EEPROM) or ATTINY45-20PU (4KB Flash) is strongly advised. The slight increase in unit cost is justified by reduced firmware complexity and future-proofing.

Since the ATTINY15L-1PI lacks hardware UART and SPI, can I reliably implement asynchronous serial communication using bit-banged GPIO, and what are the pitfalls under low-voltage, low-clock-speed operation?

Yes, bit-banged UART is feasible on the ATTINY15L-1PI using its 6 I/O pins, but reliability drops significantly at 1.6MHz internal clock and 2.7V due to increased instruction cycle jitter and reduced noise margin. Timing accuracy suffers because the internal oscillator can drift ±10% over voltage and temperature, leading to framing errors at standard baud rates like 9600. To improve robustness, use lower baud rates (e.g., 1200 or 2400), implement software-based start-bit validation, and avoid interrupts during transmission. For mission-critical serial links, consider switching to a modern alternative like the ATTINY25-20PU, which supports higher clock speeds and more stable timing, or add an external oscillator if signal integrity is paramount.

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