Adafruit Feather M4 CAN Express with ATSAME51

Looking for Adafruit Feather M4 Can? Adafruit Feather M4 CAN Express with ATSAME51 is available at Zbotic with fast shipping across India.

One of our favourite Feathers, the Feather M4 Express, is being upgraded to the SAME51 chipset, which has built-in CAN bus support!
Like its SAMD51 cousin, the ATSAME51J19 comes with a 120MHz Cortex M4 with floating point support and 512KB Flash and 192KB RAM. Your code will zig and zag and zoom, and with a bunch of extra peripherals to support it, this is sure to be your new favourite chipset for CAN interfacing projects.

At the end of the board, we have placed a CAN transceiver chip and a 5V converter in order to supply the transceiver with 5V even in battery operation. The two CAN signal lines and the ground reference signal are available on a 3-pin 3.5mm terminal strip. The chip and the booster can be put to sleep to save power. The built-in CAN read or write packets and has support in Arduino and CircuitPython.

And best of all, it’s a Feather – so you know it works with all of our FeatherWings! What a great way to get started quickly. It’s even pin-compatible with the original Feather M4.

The most exciting part of the Feather M4 CAN is that not only can you use it with the Arduino IDE – and it’s damn fast if you do – but you can use it with CircuitPython as well. When you plug it in, it shows up as a very small drive with main.py on it. Edit main.py with your favourite text editor to build your project in Python, the most popular programming language. No installations, IDE, or compiler are required, so you can use it on any computer, even ChromeBooks or computers that you can’t install software on. When you’re done, unplug the Feather and your code comes with it.

The Feather M4 Can Express also comes with a Mini NeoPixel and 2 MB SPI flash memory. You can use the SPI flash memory like a very small hard drive. When used in CircuitPython, the 2MB flash acts as storage for all of your scripts, libraries and files. When used in Arduino, you can read / write files to it, like a small data logger or SD card, and then use our utility to access the files over USB.

FEATURES:

• ATSAME51 32-bit Cortex M4 core with 120 MHz, 32-bit, 3.3 V logic and power
• Hardware CAN bus support with built-in transceiver, 5V booster and terminal connection.
• Floating point support with Cortex M4 DSP commands
• 512 KB Flash, 192 KB RAM
• 2 MB SPI FLASH chip for storing files and CircuitPython code
• No EEPROM
• 32.768 KHz crystal for clock generation & RTC
• 3.3V regulator with 500mA peak current output
• USB Type-C connector for native USB support, with USB bootloader and debugging via serial interface
• Built-in crypto engines with AES (256 bit), real RNG, pubkey controller
• Tons of GPIO! 21 x GPIO pins with the following options:
  • Dual 1 MSPS 12 Bit True Analog DAC (A0 and A1) – can be used to play 12-bit stereo audio clips
  • Dual 1 MSPS 12 bit ADC (6 analog pins, some on ADC1 and some on ADC2)
  • 6 x hardware SERCOM – native hardware SPI, I2C and serial all available
  • 16 x PWM outputs – for servos, LEDs, etc.
  • I2S input and output
  • 8-bit Parallel capture controller (for camera / video input)
• Built-in 100mA Lipoly charger with LED charge status indicator
• Pin # 13 red LED for general flashing
• Power / enable pin
• 4 mounting holes
• Reset button

Package Includes:

1 x Adafruit Feather M4 CAN Express with ATSAME51

About Adafruit Feather M4 Can

Adafruit Feather M4 CAN Express with ATSAME51 is available at Zbotic, India’s trusted electronics and robotics store. Manufactured by Adafruit, this product is designed for hobbyists, students, and professionals working on electronics, robotics, and DIY projects.

Product Details

• Brand: Adafruit
• SKU: AI1763
• Category: Boards Compatible with Arduino

Why Buy from Zbotic?

Zbotic offers a wide range of electronics components, development boards, sensors, and robotics parts. All products are quality-checked and shipped within 24 hours. Free shipping on qualifying orders. We offer COD (Cash on Delivery) and secure online payment options. Our customer support team is available to help with technical queries about Adafruit Feather M4 Can and other products.

Applications

Adafruit Feather M4 Can can be used in a variety of projects including Arduino projects, Raspberry Pi builds, drone assembly, 3D printing, IoT applications, and educational experiments. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced user, this component provides the reliability and performance you need. Order your Adafruit Feather M4 Can today and start building.

Adafruit Feather M4 CAN Express with ATSAME51 Overview

The Adafruit Feather M4 CAN Express with ATSAME51 is a compact development board featuring a 120 MHz ARM Cortex-M4 core designed for high-speed CAN bus applications. It integrates a dedicated CAN transceiver and a 5 V converter, making it ideal for battery-powered networking in automotive and industrial projects.

Key Features of Adafruit Feather M4 CAN Express with ATSAME51

• ATSAME51J19 32-bit Cortex-M4 processor running at 120 MHz with floating-point support
• 512 KB onboard Flash and 192 KB RAM plus 2 MB external SPI Flash for code and data logging
• Built-in CAN bus controller with onboard transceiver and 5 V converter for reliable network interfacing
• 3.3 V logic courtesy of a 500 mA peak current regulator, USB Type-C for power and programming
• Breakout of CAN_H, CAN_L and GND signals on a screw-terminal header for easy wiring
• Genuine product, fast shipping from Zbotic across India with order tracking

Applications and Use Cases

• Vehicle diagnostics and aftermarket CAN sensor integration
• Distributed control in industrial automation networks
• Robotics communication between multiple microcontroller nodes
• Data logging from CAN-enabled sensors in battery-powered field setups
• Homebrew electric vehicle motor controller interface
• Lab testing of CAN-based device firmware and network behavior

How to Use Adafruit Feather M4 CAN Express with ATSAME51

Begin by connecting the Feather M4 CAN Express to your PC via USB-C, then install the Adafruit ATSAME51 board package in the Arduino IDE. Power the board with USB or a LiPo battery, wire your CAN bus lines (CAN_H, CAN_L, GND) into the terminal block, and add 120 Ω termination resistors at each end of the bus. Load a CAN library example, adjust bus speed to match your network, and start sending and receiving CAN frames.

Why Buy from Zbotic?

• Genuine Products: All items sourced from authorized distributors
• Fast Shipping: Orders ship within 24 hours with tracking (non backordered products)
• Free Shipping: Free delivery on qualifying orders
• COD Available: Cash on Delivery, UPI, cards, net banking
• Technical Support: Expert help for setup and troubleshooting
• Easy Returns: Hassle-free replacement for defective products

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Feather M4 CAN Express compatible with the Arduino IDE?

Yes. You can install the Adafruit ATSAME51 board definitions via Arduino’s Boards Manager, select “Adafruit Feather M4 CAN Express,” and upload sketches just like other Arduino-compatible boards.

How do I wire the CAN bus to this board?

Connect CAN_H, CAN_L and GND to the 3-pin terminal block on the board. Ensure you place 120 Ω termination resistors at both ends of your CAN network for proper signal integrity.

What power options are available for the CAN transceiver?

The on-board 5 V converter feeds the CAN transceiver when powered via USB-C or a LiPo battery, while a separate 3.3 V regulator supplies the microcontroller and peripherals up to 500 mA peak.

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