PIC24EP256MC202-E/SO - 70 MIPS 256KB Flash Motor Control MCU | Microchip
Teilenummer: PIC24EP256MC202-E/SO ✓ Aktiv| Menge | Stückpreis | Gesamt |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $4.4 | $4,40 |
| 10 | $3.92 | $39,20 |
| 100 | $3.43 | $343,00 |
| 500 | $3.06 | $1.530,00 |
| 1.000 | $2.74 | $2.740,00 |
PIC24EP256MC202-E/SO Übersicht
What is a motor-control MCU? A motor-control microcontroller is a specialized MCU that integrates the high-resolution PWM generators, fast ADC, op-amps, and quadrature encoder interfaces required to drive three-phase BLDC, PMSM, and ACIM motors. It sits at the bottom of the power-electronics control hierarchy: power stage -> gate driver -> motor-control MCU -> sensors -> communication bus. This integration eliminates external analog front-end components, reducing BOM cost and improving noise immunity.
Key features include up to 2 PWM channels with 7.5 ns resolution, dual sample-and-hold 10-bit ADC at 1.1 Msps, two on-chip operational amplifiers for current sensing, and a Quadrature Encoder Interface (QEI). The device supports motor-control PWM, input capture, and output compare with dedicated time bases. A 16-channel DMA engine offloads CPU bandwidth, while peripheral pin select (PPS) remaps digital functions to any I/O.
The architecture pairs a modified Harvard bus with a DSP engine delivering single-cycle 16x16 MAC operations and zero-overhead loop control. With dual-partition Flash supporting live update and an on-chip temperature sensor, the device tolerates -40C to +125C ambient conditions. Memory protection and a configurable interrupt controller make it suitable for IEC 60730 Class B safety-compliant appliances.
Typical applications include field-oriented control (FOC) for PMSM/BLDC, HVAC compressor drivers, e-bike traction controllers, industrial servo drives, drone ESCs, and ceiling-fan inverter boards. On-chip op-amps reduce BOM cost and PCB area.
When designing with this device, derate the high-speed PWM duty to leave at least 50 ns dead time at the maximum 120 MHz system clock. Use the internal op-amp in unity-gain for current-shunt sensing with the dedicated ADC trigger from the PWM module.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet, helping procurement and embedded engineers accelerate the design cycle for cost-sensitive 16-bit motor-control systems.
Drop-in-Alternativen für PIC24EP256MC202-E/SO – gleiches Gehäuse, Pin-kompatibel. Bauteile mit anderem Gehäuse, die eine PCB-Überarbeitung erfordern, sind ausgeschlossen.
Varianten dieser Serie
Modelle derselben Serie, die drop-in-kompatibel sind mit PIC24EP256MC202-E/SO (gleiche Bauform und Footprint) – abweichend in Package, Core Architecture, ADC, Operating Temperature, Program Memory (Flash).
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PIC24EP256MC202-I/SO
✅ Drop-In✓ Auf Lager
$4.55 / Stück
Datenblatt ansehen →PIC24EP256MC202T-E/SO
✅ Drop-In✓ Auf Lager
$4.61 / Stück
Datenblatt ansehen →DSPIC33EP256MC202-I/SO
✅ Drop-In✓ Auf Lager
$3.48 / Stück
Datenblatt ansehen →PIC24EP256GP202-E/SO
✅ Drop-In📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)
PIC24EP128MC202-E/SO
✅ Drop-In📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)
PIC24EP256MC202-E/SO Grenzwerte & elektrische Eigenschaften
| Core Architecture | PIC24E (16-bit modified Harvard with DSP) |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 70 MIPS (60 MHz FOSC, with 1:1.16 PLL) |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 256 KB |
| Data Memory (SRAM) | 16 KB |
| Operating Voltage Range | 3.0 V to 3.6 V |
| Gehäuse | 28-pin SOIC (SO, 7.50 mm body, 1.27 mm pitch) |
| Betriebstemperaturbereich | -40 C to +125 C (E = Extended) |
| ADC | 10-bit, up to 1.1 Msps, dual sample-and-hold |
| PWM Channels | High-Speed PWM with 7.5 ns resolution |
| On-Chip Op-Amps | 2 operational amplifiers |
| Quadrature Encoder Interface (QEI) | Yes |
| DMA Channels | 16-channel DMA |
| Communication Interfaces | UART, SPI, I2C, ECAN |
| Peripheral Pin Select (PPS) | Yes |
| MSL-Level | MSL 3 (168 hours) |
| RoHS-Status | Compliant |
PIC24EP256MC202-E/SO Pin-Konfiguration
| Pin 1 | MCLR — Master Clear (reset) input, active-low |
| Pin 2 | RP0/AN0 — Remappable I/O / Analog input 0 |
| Pin 3 | RP1/AN1 — Remappable I/O / Analog input 1 |
| Pin 4 | RP2/AN2/CMP1A — Remappable I/O / Analog input 2 / Comparator 1 output A |
| Pin 5 | RP3/AN3 — Remappable I/O / Analog input 3 |
| Pin 6 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 7 | VDD — Positive supply voltage (3.0-3.6 V) |
| Pin 8 | RP4/AN4/QEA — Remappable I/O / Analog input 4 / QEI Phase A input |
| Pin 9 | RP5/AN5/QEB — Remappable I/O / Analog input 5 / QEI Phase B input |
| Pin 10 | RP6/AN6/INDX — Remappable I/O / Analog input 6 / QEI Index pulse |
| Pin 11 | RP7/AN7 — Remappable I/O / Analog input 7 |
| Pin 12 | RP8/PWM1L — Remappable I/O / PWM 1 Low output |
| Pin 13 | RP9/PWM1H — Remappable I/O / PWM 1 High output |
| Pin 14 | OSC1/CLKI/RA2 — Crystal oscillator input or external clock |
| Pin 15 | OSC2/CLKO/RA3 — Crystal oscillator output |
| Pin 16 | RP10/PWM2L — Remappable I/O / PWM 2 Low output |
| Pin 17 | RP11/PWM2H — Remappable I/O / PWM 2 High output |
| Pin 18 | RP12/PWM3L — Remappable I/O / PWM 3 Low output |
| Pin 19 | RP13/PWM3H — Remappable I/O / PWM 3 High output |
| Pin 20 | VDD — Positive supply voltage (3.0-3.6 V) |
| Pin 21 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 22 | RP14/OC1 — Remappable I/O / Output Compare 1 |
| Pin 23 | RP15/OC2 — Remappable I/O / Output Compare 2 |
| Pin 24 | RP16/INT0 — Remappable I/O / External Interrupt 0 |
| Pin 25 | RP17/RTCC — Remappable I/O / Real-Time Clock Calendar |
| Pin 26 | RP18/U1RX — Remappable I/O / UART1 receive |
| Pin 27 | RP19/U1TX — Remappable I/O / UART1 transmit |
| Pin 28 | VDD — Positive supply voltage (3.0-3.6 V) |
Typische Anwendungen
PIC24EP256MC202-E/SO ist geeignet für 6 Anwendungs: BLDC/PMSM Field-Oriented Control (FOC), HVAC Compressor Inverter, E-Bike / E-Scooter Traction Controller, Industrial Servo Drive, Drone Electronic Speed Controller (ESC), Ceiling Fan / Appliance BLDC Motor Drive.
BLDC/PMSM Field-Oriented Control (FOC)
The PIC24EP256MC202-E/SO's 70 MIPS PIC24E core with single-cycle 16x16 MAC executes Park and Clarke transforms for sensorless FOC at 8-16 kHz torque-loop rates, while the dual sample-and-hold 10-bit ADC samples two phase currents simultaneously from the on-chip op-amps - eliminating external current-sense amplifiers. The 7.5 ns high-speed PWM resolution supports 50 kHz switching with 250 ns dead time for 24V/48V PMSM drives. Its 256 KB Flash holds a full FOC state-machine plus speed PI controller with headroom for customer-specific parameter tables. Recommended companion: gate driver MCP8024 for 3-phase MOSFET bridges.
Empfohlen
HVAC Compressor Inverter
Variable-speed HVAC compressors require sinusoidal torque control to minimize audible noise and maximize efficiency at part-load conditions. The PIC24EP256MC202-E/SO drives the compressor's PMSM via sensorless FOC using its high-speed PWM and integrated op-amps for current sensing, with the 256 KB Flash holding the entire compressor state machine (startup, steady-state, anti-surge, defrost, brownout recovery). The -40 C to +125 C extended temperature grade supports outdoor unit operation, and the ECAN interface links the compressor board to the indoor unit's master controller for demand-response commands.
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E-Bike / E-Scooter Traction Controller
E-bike traction controllers demand high torque at low RPM, regenerative braking, and battery management - all within a compact, low-cost PCB. The PIC24EP256MC202-E/SO integrates 256 KB of Flash for full torque-vectoring firmware, dual on-chip op-amps for leg-current sensing without external amplifiers, and a QEI module for hub-motor Hall-sensor feedback or aftermarket encoder retrofits. Its 16 KB SRAM accommodates CAN-bus message buffers linking to the BMS, while peripheral pin select (PPS) routes UART and PWM to any GPIO for flexible PCB layout in crowded controller housings.
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Industrial Servo Drive
Low-voltage (24-48 V) industrial servo drives benefit from the PIC24EP256MC202-E/SO's 70 MIPS performance, hardware QEI for incremental encoder feedback, and 256 KB Flash for cascaded position/velocity/current control loops. The DMA engine offloads ADC-to-memory transfers at 1.1 Msps, freeing CPU bandwidth for trajectory planning and EtherCAT/CANopen communication stacks. The 28-pin SOIC package suits compact integrated servo designs where PCB real estate is at a premium. Temperature grade -40 C to +125 C supports cabinet-free machine-mounting applications.
Empfohlen
Drone Electronic Speed Controller (ESC)
The PIC24EP256MC202-E/SO is a strong fit for racing and cinematography drone ESCs in the 4-6S LiPo, 20-40 A continuous range. Its 7.5 ns PWM resolution supports 24-48 kHz switching for low-acoustic-noise sinusoidal commutation, while the 70 MIPS core runs fast (8-16 kHz) torque loops essential for stable multi-rotor flight control. On-chip op-amps reduce ESC PCB area and BOM cost - critical for weight-sensitive applications. DSHOT and OneShot protocol support is achievable in firmware thanks to flexible PWM and DMA-driven UART peripherals.
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Ceiling Fan / Appliance BLDC Motor Drive
Cost-sensitive ceiling fans, range hoods, and bathroom exhaust fans increasingly adopt sinusoidal BLDC drives for energy compliance (e.g., EU Lot 6, China GB 21456-2025). The PIC24EP256MC202-E/SO's on-chip op-amps and high-speed PWM eliminate external analog ICs, while 256 KB of Flash supports both sensorless startup (I/F or BEMF) and steady-state FOC algorithms with built-in self-test routines. The -40 C to +125 C temperature grade tolerates enclosed-fixture ambient temperatures above 60 C, and the 28-pin SOIC package supports compact driver-board designs behind the motor housing.
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Zusammenfassung der empfohlenen Produkte
Technische Referenzdaten für PIC24EP256MC202-E/SO – Vergleich, Designhinweise und Compliance-Informationen.
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Vergleich mit Alternativen
| Parameter | Dieses Produkt | PIC24EP256MC202-I/SO | PIC24EP256MC202T-E/SO | dsPIC33EP256MC202-I/SO | PIC24EP256GP202-E/SO | PIC24EP128MC202-E/SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | SOIC-28 (SO) | SOIC-28 (SO) - same | SOIC-28 (SO) - same | SOIC-28 (SO) - same | SOIC-28 (SO) - same | SOIC-28 (SO) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | |
| Core / Architecture | PIC24E (16-bit, 70 MIPS) | PIC24E (16-bit, 70 MIPS) | dsPIC33E (16-bit DSP, 70 MIPS) | PIC24E (16-bit, 70 MIPS) | PIC24E (16-bit, 70 MIPS) | |
| Flash / SRAM | 256 KB / 16 KB | 256 KB / 16 KB | 256 KB / 16 KB | 256 KB / 16 KB | 128 KB / 8 KB | |
| Temperature Grade | E: -40 C to +125 C | I: -40 C to +85 C | I: -40 C to +85 C | E: -40 C to +125 C | E: -40 C to +125 C | |
| High-Speed PWM / Op-Amps / QEI | Yes / Yes / Yes | Yes / Yes / Yes | Yes / Yes / Yes + DSP engine | No / No / No (GP variant) | Yes / Yes / Yes | |
| DSP Engine | No | No | Yes (DSPIC33E superset ISA) | No | No |
Wichtigste Unterscheidungsmerkmale
- On-chip dual operational amplifiers eliminate external current-sense ICs (vs. PIC24EP256GP202-E/SO)
- Extended -40 C to +125 C temperature grade vs industrial -40 C to +85 C (vs. PIC24EP256MC202-I/SO)
- 256 KB Flash with dual-partition live update vs 128 KB single-partition (vs. PIC24EP128MC202-E/SO)
Designhinweise
Place a 100 nF decoupling capacitor as close as possible to each VDD pin (pins 7, 20, 28) and a 10 uF bulk capacitor near the MCU power pins. The 28-pin SOIC has three VDD pins that must all be connected; leaving any one floating causes internal logic errors. For high-current switching applications, add a ferrite bead between the MCU VDD and the noisy digital 3.3 V rail to isolate ADC reference noise from PWM-induced ground bounce. The PIC24EP256MC202 datasheet section 2.4 provides reference decoupling layouts.
Estimated: at 70 MIPS continuous operation with all peripherals active, the SOIC-28 package dissipates approximately 0.3-0.5 W. Thermal resistance theta_JA is approximately 80 C/W for the SOIC-28 on a 2-layer JEDEC test board, resulting in a 25-40 C junction temperature rise above ambient. For enclosed motor-drive housings above 85 C ambient, derate the CPU clock to 40 MIPS (32 MHz FOSC) or improve PCB copper pour under the exposed die pad region.
Do not apply input voltages above 3.6 V to any I/O pin - the PIC24EP family is NOT 5 V tolerant on digital I/O. Use a level translator (e.g., TXS0108E) when interfacing to 5 V sensors or drivers. When using the on-chip op-amps for current sensing, ensure the common-mode voltage stays within 0-VDD and add a 100 ns RC filter on each input to suppress PWM-induced transients. The PIC24EP256MC202 datasheet section 32 'Op-Amp/Comparator' details the supported configurations.
Compliance-Informationen
RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. Lead-free SOIC-28 package with matte-tin plating. Not AEC-Q100 qualified; for automotive under-hood applications consider dsPIC33EP256MC506 which is AEC-Q100 Grade 1. PIC24EP family is REACH compliant per EU declaration.
