User guide

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5. CapSense Selector Guide
5.1 Selecting the Right CapSense Device
Several key system requirements must be considered when selecting the best CapSense device for your application.
 Flash and RAM requirements
 Operating voltage range
 Configurable/Programmable
 Number and type of capacitive sensors
 Tuning method
 Water tolerance
 Feedback
 Package size and pin count
 Additional features, such as ADC, communication protocol, and timers
Figure 5-1 on page 58 provides a high level guide to the CapSense devices based on design requirements. Table 5-1
on page 59 identifies the key features for each CapSense product family. After completing the selection process, the
next step in your development cycle is to consult the more detailed design guide for the selected device. Please refer
to Device Specific Design Guides found in the Resources section.