DSPIC30F2010-20I/SP - 16-bit DSC 20MIPS 12KB Flash | Microchip
MPN: DSPIC30F2010-20I/SP ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $8.26 | $8.26 |
| 10 | $7.85 | $78.50 |
| 100 | $7.2 | $720.00 |
| 500 | $6.8 | $3,400.00 |
| 1,000 | $6.45 | $6,450.00 |
DSPIC30F2010-20I/SP Overview
A Digital Signal Controller blends the control peripherals and ease of use of a microcontroller with the multiply-accumulate computational engine of a DSP. In the power-management hierarchy, a DSC sits above general-purpose MCUs for applications such as motor control, digital power conversion, and sensor signal processing, where single-cycle MAC operations and hardware-modulo addressing accelerate control loops.
The DSPIC30F2010-20I/SP integrates a DSP engine, a high-speed 10-bit ADC for simultaneous multi-channel sampling, and a dedicated 3-phase PWM module with dead-time control and fault inputs, making it purpose-built for brushless DC, permanent-magnet synchronous, and AC induction motor drives. It also provides UART, SPI, and I2C serial interfaces for system communication.
Architecturally, the device uses a modified Harvard bus with 24-bit instructions, hardware looping, and prologue/epilogue support, so deterministic real-time behavior is achieved without software overhead. Microchip states that migration paths exist from this device to dsPIC33F, PIC24H, or PIC24F devices in similar packages, protecting long-term design investment.
Typical applications include sinusoidal inverter boards, BLDC/PMSM servo drives, UPS power stages, solar MPPT converters, and general embedded control where DSP-class math is needed.
Design tip: budget the 20 MHz clock rate carefully - this -20I grade part runs at up to 20 MIPS with an industrial rating; if you need 30 MIPS, the pin-compatible DSPIC30F2010-30I/SP variant drops onto the same footprint.
This page synthesizes verified distributor pricing, drop-in same-footprint alternatives, FAQs, and practical design guidance not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
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View Datasheet →DSPIC30F2010-20I/SP Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | 16-bit DSC (MCU + DSP) |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 20 MIPS |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 12 KB |
| Serial Interfaces | UART, SPI, I2C |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial, I grade) |
| Package | 28-pin SPDIP (SP) |
| Mounting Type | Through-Hole |
| Pin Count | 28 |
| Family Migration Path | dsPIC33F, PIC24H, PIC24F in similar packages |
| Programmability | In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP) |
DSPIC30F2010-20I/SP Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | MCLR — Master clear reset input, active low |
| Pin 2 | AN0/VREF+/RB0 — Analog input 0 / ADC positive reference / Port B bit 0 |
| Pin 3 | AN1/VREF-/RB1 — Analog input 1 / ADC negative reference / Port B bit 1 |
| Pin 4 | AN2/SS1/RB2 — Analog input 2 / SPI slave select / Port B bit 2 |
| Pin 5 | AN3/INDX/RB3 — Analog input 3 / encoder index input / Port B bit 3 |
| Pin 6 | AN4/QEA/RB4 — Analog input 4 / quadrature encoder phase A / Port B bit 4 |
| Pin 7 | VDD — Positive supply |
| Pin 8 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 9 | OSC1/CLKI — Oscillator crystal input / external clock input |
| Pin 10 | OSC2/CLKO/RC15 — Oscillator crystal output / clock output / Port C bit 15 |
| Pin 11 | RC13 — Port C bit 13 (SOSCI / timer / UART alternate functions) |
| Pin 12 | RC14 — Port C bit 14 (SOSCO / timer / UART alternate functions) |
| Pin 13 | RF3 — Port F bit 3 (U1TX / SDO1 / SCL multiplexed) |
| Pin 14 | RF2 — Port F bit 2 (U1RX / SDI1 / SDA multiplexed) |
| Pin 15 | RE0/PWM1L — PWM1 low output / Port E bit 0 |
| Pin 16 | RE1/PWM1H — PWM1 high output / Port E bit 1 |
| Pin 17 | RE2/PWM2L — PWM2 low output / Port E bit 2 |
| Pin 18 | RE3/PWM2H — PWM2 high output / Port E bit 3 |
| Pin 19 | RE4/PWM3L — PWM3 low output / Port E bit 4 |
| Pin 20 | RE5/PWM3H — PWM3 high output / Port E bit 5 |
| Pin 21 | RE6/FLTA — Port E bit 6 / PWM fault A input |
| Pin 22 | RE7/FLTB — Port E bit 7 / PWM fault B input |
| Pin 23 | VDD — Positive supply |
| Pin 24 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 25 | RF6/SCK1 — Port F bit 6 / SPI1 clock |
| Pin 26 | RF4 — Port F bit 4 (multiplexed peripheral function) |
| Pin 27 | RF5 — Port F bit 5 (multiplexed peripheral function) |
| Pin 28 | AVDD — Analog positive supply |
Typical Applications
DSPIC30F2010-20I/SP is suitable for 6 applications: BLDC Motor Drives, Sinusoidal Inverter Boards, Digital Power Conversion (UPS / MPPT), Embedded Sensing and Signal Processing, Appliance and Pump Control, Legacy Board Redesign and Service.
BLDC Motor Drives
The DSPIC30F2010-20I/SP fits BLDC motor control because its dedicated 3-phase PWM module generates six complementary outputs with hardware dead-time insertion and fault inputs, eliminating software timing risk during commutation. Its 20 MIPS DSP engine executes trapezoidal or sensorless FOC control loops with single-cycle MAC instructions, while the high-speed ADC samples phase currents and bus voltage fast enough for per-PWM-cycle current control. In a typical design, the DSC drives a gate-driver stage from its PWM pins and receives shunt-resistor feedback through the ADC; the 20 MIPS budget supports 16-20 kHz PWM carrier frequencies with closed-loop control, and the industrial -40C to +85C rating covers most drive enclosures.
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Sinusoidal Inverter Boards
The DSPIC30F2010-20I/SP is the de-facto controller on many SPWM inverter boards: its PWM module produces sinusoidally modulated carrier outputs for H-bridge and three-phase power stages, and its DSP core computes sine lookup and modulation index in real time at 20 MIPS. The 12KB Flash accommodates the control firmware, SPWM tables, and protection logic without external memory. Designers typically pair the DSC with an isolated gate-driver stage; the fault inputs permit immediate PWM shutdown on overcurrent, and the ADC samples output voltage and current for regulation and protection. The through-hole 28-pin SPDIP package also simplifies prototyping and field replacement of the controller on inverter boards used in UPS and solar applications.
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Digital Power Conversion (UPS / MPPT)
In UPS and solar MPPT converters, the DSPIC30F2010-20I/SP provides the digital control loop: the ADC samples battery voltage, bus voltage, and inductor current, while the PWM module generates the phase-shifted or complementary switching waveforms with hardware dead-time. The DSP engine's single-cycle MAC accelerates PI and compensator calculations, sustaining stable control at 20 MIPS without floating-point hardware. The industrial temperature grade and through-hole package make it convenient for service-oriented power products, and Microchip's documented migration path to dsPIC33F protects the design when higher resolution or performance is later required. UART and I2C interfaces handle host communication and configuration storage.
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Embedded Sensing and Signal Processing
The DSPIC30F2010-20I/SP serves embedded sensing nodes where raw ADC data needs on-chip DSP processing - filtering, FFT-based analysis, or RMS computation - before transmission. The ADC's high sampling rate and the DSP engine's MAC and hardware looping make it practical to run FIR/IIR filters at 20 MIPS, while the UART, SPI, and I2C interfaces stream results to a host or display. With 12KB Flash the complete acquisition-plus-processing pipeline fits on-chip, and the industrial -40C to +85C rating suits factory-floor sensor heads. The 28-pin SPDIP through-hole package enables breadboard-friendly prototyping and easy replacement in legacy instrumentation that predates surface-mount-only controllers.
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Appliance and Pump Control
Consumer appliances and pump drives use the DSPIC30F2010-20I/SP as the single-chip motor controller: the 3-phase PWM module drives the compressor or pump motor stage, the ADC reads thermistors and current shunts for protection, and the DSP core runs speed-control loops at 20 MIPS. The UART supports service diagnostics, and I2C connects user-interface ICs. Its deterministic 16-bit architecture keeps timing jitter out of acoustic-sensitive applications, an advantage over slower general-purpose MCUs. The industrial temperature margin of -40C to +85C exceeds typical appliance requirements, providing derating headroom inside sealed motor housings, while the low-cost SPDIP package keeps BOM and assembly costs attractive for repairable products.
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Legacy Board Redesign and Service
For servicing and re-spinning legacy dsPIC30F2010-based boards, the DSPIC30F2010-20I/SP remains the reference controller, and same-footprint family members allow performance or memory upgrades without PCB changes. The DSPIC30F2010-30I/SP drops directly into the same 28-pin SPDIP footprint at a 50% higher MIPS rating; the DSPIC30F2010-20E/SP adds extended temperature tolerance; and the DSPIC30F3010 provides doubled Flash for added firmware features. Microchip's published migration path to dsPIC33F, PIC24H, or PIC24F in similar packages gives a forward route when a full redesign is warranted. In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP) allows firmware updates without desoldering the controller in the field.
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Engineering reference data for DSPIC30F2010-20I/SP — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | DSPIC30F2010-30I/SP | DSPIC30F2010-20E/SP | DSPIC30F3010-20I/SP | DSPIC30F4012-20I/SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 28-pin SPDIP (SP) | 28-pin SPDIP (SP) - same | 28-pin SPDIP (SP) - same | 28-pin SPDIP (SP) - same | 28-pin SPDIP (SP) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Max CPU Speed | 20 MIPS | 30 MIPS | 20 MIPS | 20 MIPS | 20 MIPS |
| Program Flash | 12 KB | 12 KB | 12 KB | 24 KB | 48 KB |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (I) | -40C to +85C (I) | -40C to +125C (E) | -40C to +85C (I) | -40C to +85C (I) |
| CAN Interface | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Drop-in Compatibility | Reference part | Pin-to-pin, firmware timing check advised | Pin-to-pin identical | Same footprint, verify pin multiplexing | Same footprint, verify pin multiplexing |
Key Differentiators
- Dedicated 3-phase motor-control PWM with hardware dead-time and dual fault inputs (vs PIC16F18345-I/P (Site MPN))
- DSP engine with single-cycle MAC for control-loop math (vs PIC16F1829-I/SS (Site MPN))
- Pin-to-pin speed-upgrade path within the same footprint (vs DSPIC30F2010-30I/SP)
Design Notes
Decouple both VDD pins (7, 23) and the analog supply (pin 28) individually with 100 nF ceramic capacitors placed within a few millimeters of each pin, plus one bulk 4.7-10 uF capacitor near the device. Keep the analog supply pin on its own filtered branch (ferrite bead or RC) from the digital 3.3V/5V rail so ADC reference noise stays low during motor current sampling. Estimated: at 20 MIPS, core current draw is dominated by active mode; budget per the current-vs-frequency table in the manufacturer datasheet rather than assuming a fixed value.
Route the PWM fault inputs (FLTA/FLTB on pins 21-22) with short, low-impedance traces to the overcurrent comparator or shunt amplifier so fault assertion is not delayed or corrupted by coupled switching noise from the inverter stage. Keep the oscillator traces (pins 9-10) short, guard them with ground, and keep them away from PWM lines. Use a solid ground plane and star-connect the analog ground region near pin 8/24 to minimize ground bounce between the ADC and the power stage.
Do not exceed the 20 MIPS clock limit of the -20I grade - if your design needs 30 MIPS, use the DSPIC30F2010-30I/SP instead, which is pin-to-pin compatible. Many pins are multiplexed (e.g., RF2/RF3 carry both UART and I2C/SPI functions); configure the peripheral pin selection in software before enabling drivers to avoid bus contention. MCLR (pin 1) requires a pull-up resistor (typically 10 kOhm) for reliable in-circuit serial programming and power-on reset behavior. Always program via ICSP with a programmer that supports the dsPIC30F generation.
Compliance Information
Compliance status was not explicitly stated in the provided verified web data. Current Microchip production of this family is generally supplied lead-free/RoHS-compliant, but the exact certificate for this MPN must be confirmed via Microchip's product page or distributor documentation before use in EU-market products.
