Peripheral set and connectivity for smart-grid and sensor nodes
The part integrates a direct-drive LCD controller, brown-out detect/reset, DMA, PWM, and a watchdog timer. With 52 I/O lines in an 80-LQFP package, most designs will have spare pins for local pushbuttons, status LEDs, or an external FRAM.
That means no last-time-buy clock is ticking — it remains a viable choice for both new production builds and ongoing BOM maintenance.
