Atmel ATmega16(L) 8-bit Microcontroller Datasheet

The ATmega16(L) is an 8-bit AVR microcontroller featuring up to 16 KB flash, 512 B EEPROM, and a range of peripherals.


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Brand
Atmel
Category
Other device
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
357
File format
PDF
File size
7.1 MB
Published
03 October, 2026
Updated
03 October, 2026
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About this manual

The ATmega16(L) is a low‑power CMOS 8‑bit microcontroller based on Atmel's AVR enhanced RISC architecture. It provides up to 16 MIPS throughput at 16 MHz, a rich set of peripherals, and extensive on‑chip debugging and programming support via JTAG.

Key features include 16 KB of self‑programmable flash, 512 B EEPROM, 1 KB SRAM, multiple timers, PWM channels, an 8‑channel 10‑bit ADC, and up to 32 programmable I/O lines. The device is offered in 40‑pin PDIP, 44‑lead TQFP, and 44‑pad QFN/MLF packages and operates from 2.7 V to 5.5 V depending on the variant.

What's inside

  • Features
  • Pin Configurations
  • Block Diagram
  • CPU Core Architecture
  • Electrical Characteristics
  • Packaging Information
  • Revision History
  • Resources
  • Code Examples

Specifications

Flash Memory16 KB
EEPROM512 B
SRAM1 KB
General Purpose Registers32 × 8 bits
Operating Voltage (ATmega16L)2.7 V – 5.5 V
Maximum Clock Speed (ATmega16L)8 MHz
Power Consumption (ATmega16L, 1 MHz, 3 V)Active: 1.1 mA
PWM Channels4
ADC8‑channel, 10‑bit
8‑bit Timer/Counters2
16‑bit Timer/Counter1
Programmable I/O Lines32

Frequently asked questions

What is the flash memory size of the ATmega16(L)?

It provides 16 KB of In‑System Self‑Programmable Flash memory.

What voltage range does the ATmega16L operate at?

The ATmega16L operates from 2.7 V to 5.5 V.

How many ADC channels are available?

It includes an 8‑channel, 10‑bit ADC.


Error codes in this manual

This manual explains 2 error codes. Open a code for its meaning, causes and what to do:

F8$00

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