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Pololu A-Star 32U4 Mini LV

The Pololu A-Star 32U4 Mini boards are general-purpose programmable modules based on Atmel’s ATmega32U4 AVR microcontroller, which has 32 KB of flash program memory, 2.5 KB of RAM, and built-in USB functionality. The A-Star (abbreviated A*) adds a number of onboard features to support the microcontroller and make it easier to work with, including a 16 MHz crystal, a USB Micro-B connector, an in-system programming (ISP) header, a reset button, and three indicator LEDs.

Each A-Star 32U4 Mini contains a switching regulator that efficiently produces 5 V from an external voltage source to power the microcontroller. Three different versions are available, covering a wide range of input voltages:

  • A-Star 32U4 Mini ULV: 0.5 V to 5.5 V
  • A-Star 32U4 Mini LV: 2.7 V to 11.8 V
  • A-Star 32U4 Mini SV: 5 V to 36 V

A robust power selection circuit enables seamless transitions between regulator power and USB power, and overcurrent and reverse-voltage protection help safeguard the board against accidental damage.

All 26 general-purpose I/O lines on the ATmega32U4 are accessible on the A* 32U4 Mini; 7 of these are usable as PWM outputs and 12 are usable as analog inputs. The board measures 1.9″ × 0.7″, the same size as an Arduino Micro, and features a pair of mounting holes sized for #2 or M2 screws(not included). Its 0.1″ pin spacing makes the A* easy to use with solderless breadboards, perfboards, and 0.1″-pitch connectors.

This product requires a USB A to Micro-B cable(not included) to connect to a computer.

Features

  • Dimensions: 1.9″ × 0.7″ (1.95″ × 0.7″ including USB Micro-B connector)
  • Programmable 16 MHz Atmel ATmega32U4 AVR microcontroller
    • 32 KB flash (4 KB used by bootloader, leaving 28 KB available for user program by default)
    • 2.5 KB SRAM
    • 1 KB EEPROM
    • Native full-speed USB (12 Mbps)
  • Preloaded with Arduino-compatible bootloader (no external programmer required)
  • All I/O lines from the ATmega32U4 broken out in a compact package
    • 26 general-purpose I/O pins available along the sides of the board
    • 7 pins can be configured as hardware PWM outputs
    • 12 pins can be configured as analog inputs
  • 3 user-controllable LEDs
  • Reset button
  • Can be powered from USB or from an external source:
    • ULV: 0.5 V to 5.5 V
    • LV: 2.7 V to 11.8 V
    • SV: 5 V to 36 V
  • Switching regulator enables efficient operation
  • Power selection circuit allows for seamless switching between power sources and provides overcurrent protection
  • Reverse-voltage protection on external power inputs
  • Precision 16 MHz crystal
  • 6-pin ISP header for use with an external programmer
  • Comprehensive user’s guide