DSPIC30F2010T-20E/MM - 16-bit DSC, 20 MIPS, 12KB Flash | Microchip
MPN: DSPIC30F2010T-20E/MM β Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $6.2 | $6.20 |
| 10 | $5.58 | $55.80 |
| 100 | $4.96 | $496.00 |
| 500 | $4.45 | $2,225.00 |
| 1,000 | $3.98 | $3,980.00 |
DSPIC30F2010T-20E/MM Overview
A digital signal controller combines the computational capability of a DSP (barrel shifter, 17-bit x 17-bit single-cycle hardware multiplier, dual 40-bit accumulators, 40-stage divide assist) with the peripheral integration and ease of use of a microcontroller (MCU). Within the power-management hierarchy, the dsPIC30F2010 sits at the dedicated motor-control controller level, above generic MCUs and below full DSPs for general signal processing.
Key features include a modified Harvard architecture with a C compiler-optimized 24-bit wide instruction set, five 16-bit timers, a 10-bit high-speed ADC capable of up to 500 ksps with simultaneous multi-channel sampling, and motor-control PWM modules with complementary outputs, dead-time insertion and fault inputs - purpose-built for field-oriented and sensorless control.
The device operates from a 3.0V to 5.5V single supply (3.3V/5V systems), provides in-circuit serial programming (ICSP) and in-circuit emulation via two dedicated EMUD pins, and offers multiple low-power modes for energy-sensitive designs. The 'E' suffix denotes an extended temperature range part, and the 'T' suffix denotes tape-and-reel packaging for automated assembly.
Typical applications include brushless DC (BLDC) and permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) drives, power factor correction (PFC) converters, digital UPS systems, induction heating, and sensor signal conditioning where deterministic 20 MIPS throughput is required.
Design consideration: the 28-QFN exposed-pad package requires a solid ground pour on the PCB thermal pad for heat dissipation and signal return; maximum clock frequency is 40 MHz (input), yielding 20 MIPS at 5V operation - derate speed and supply at lower or higher temperatures per the datasheet electrical characteristics.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in same-package alternatives, pinout guidance, and practical motor-control design notes not found in a single manufacturer source.
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DSPIC30F2010T-20E/MM Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | 16-bit dsPIC30F (Modified Harvard) |
| Performance | 20 MIPS (40 MHz max input clock) |
| Program Memory | 12 KB Flash (4K x 24-bit instructions) |
| Data RAM | 512 bytes |
| Operating Voltage | 3.0 V to 5.5 V (3.3 V / 5 V systems) |
| Package | 28-QFN-S (6x6 mm), exposed pad |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Timers | 5 x 16-bit |
| ADC | 10-bit, high-speed, up to 500 ksps |
| Motor Control PWM | Yes (complementary outputs, dead time, fault protection) |
| Math Acceleration | 17x17 hardware multiplier, barrel shifter, dual 40-bit accumulators |
| Programming/Debug | ICSP and in-circuit emulation (EMUD pins) |
| Low-Power Modes | Yes (multiple idle/sleep modes) |
| Temperature Suffix | E = Extended temperature range |
| Packaging | Tape & Reel (T suffix) |
| Migration Path | Seamless migration to dsPIC33F, PIC24H, PIC24F in similar packages |
| Family | dsPIC30F Motor Control |
DSPIC30F2010T-20E/MM 28-qfn-s (6x6 mm), exposed pad Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for DSPIC30F2010T-20E/MM (28-qfn-s (6x6 mm), exposed pad package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for DSPIC30F2010T-20E/MM.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
DSPIC30F2010T-20E/MM is suitable for 6 applications: BLDC Motor Control, PMSM Field-Oriented Control, Power Factor Correction (PFC), Digital UPS and Inverter Systems, Industrial Automation and Sensor Hubs, Induction Heating and Lighting Ballasts.
BLDC Motor Control
The DSPIC30F2010T-20E/MM is purpose-built for brushless DC (BLDC) motor drives: its motor-control PWM module generates complementary outputs with programmable dead-time insertion and cycle-by-cycle fault inputs, while the 10-bit ADC samples phase currents at up to 500 ksps for closed-loop torque control. The 20 MIPS core with a 17x17 hardware multiplier executes sensorless back-EMF or hall-sensored commutation algorithms deterministically at PWM frequencies of 20 kHz and above. Placed at the center of the three-phase inverter bridge, it drives a gate-driver IC such as the MCP14A0151; unlike generic MCUs it provides hardware fault shutdown that trips PWM outputs within one PWM cycle, protecting MOSFETs during over-current events.
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PMSM Field-Oriented Control
For permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) field-oriented control (FOC), the DSPIC30F2010T-20E/MM provides the DSP math backbone required for Clark/Park transforms: a single-cycle 17x17 multiplier, barrel shifter and dual 40-bit accumulators execute the inner current loop in a fraction of the 20 MIPS budget. The high-speed 10-bit ADC with simultaneous sampling captures two phase currents and the DC bus voltage within one sampling window, critical for accurate dq-axis current regulation. Running FOC at a 10 kHz control rate leaves ample headroom for speed loops and communication. The exposed-pad QFN thermal design supports the sustained load of continuous drive operation when the ground pad is soldered to a PCB copper pour.
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Power Factor Correction (PFC)
In switch-mode power supplies, the DSPIC30F2010T-20E/MM implements digital average-current-mode power factor correction. Its 500 ksps ADC samples the rectified input voltage and inductor current, and the 20 MIPS DSP core computes the PWM duty cycle with digital PI compensation - achieving power factors above 0.99 in typical designs. The 12KB Flash holds the control law plus soft-start, brown-out and protection routines without external memory. Because control parameters are firmware-defined, designers can retune loop response across input ranges without hardware changes, a key advantage over fixed-function analog PFC controllers. The 5V-tolerant 3.0V-5.5V supply range simplifies interfacing with the auxiliary bias rail of offline converters.
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Digital UPS and Inverter Systems
The DSPIC30F2010T-20E/MM serves as the digital controller in uninterruptible power supplies and DC-AC inverters, generating SPWM (sinusoidal PWM) waveforms via its motor-control PWM module with dead-time control. The 20 MIPS core supports real-time sine-table lookup and output-voltage regulation loops, while the 10-bit ADC monitors output voltage, load current and battery voltage simultaneously. Fault inputs provide hardware-level shutdown on over-current or over-temperature, and the extended 'E' temperature grade suits enclosed power electronics. Its ICSP programming allows field firmware updates for grid-code compliance changes, and the 28-QFN-S 6x6 mm footprint keeps controller area minimal in compact UPS form factors.
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Industrial Automation and Sensor Hubs
As an industrial sensor hub, the DSPIC30F2010T-20E/MM combines its 10-bit ADC, five 16-bit timers and serial peripherals to aggregate analog and digital sensor data in factory equipment. The 20 MIPS DSP capability enables on-node digital filtering (FIR/IIR) of noisy sensor signals before transmission, reducing host processor load. Operating from 3.0V to 5.5V, it interfaces directly with legacy 5V PLC I/O and 3.3V logic alike. The extended 'E' temperature grade supports control cabinets in harsh environments. Firmware is developed in C with Microchip's optimized compiler, and EMUD pins allow full in-circuit emulation on the production board - shortening commissioning time compared to socket-based debugging approaches.
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Induction Heating and Lighting Ballasts
For induction cooktops, resonant converters and HID/dimming ballasts, the DSPIC30F2010T-20E/MM generates the resonant-frequency PWM drive with precise phase control using its motor-control PWM complementary outputs and dead-time insertion. The 20 MIPS core sweeps frequency for resonant tracking and power regulation, while the 500 ksps ADC samples tank current and voltage for soft-switching (ZVS) enforcement. Hardware fault inputs provide cycle-by-cycle current limiting essential in high-Q resonant topologies. The 5V supply domain simplifies interfacing with off-the-shelf gate drivers, and the low pin count 28-QFN-S package keeps the controller section compact on high-voltage power boards where creepage and layout space are constrained.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | DSPIC30F2010-20E/MM | DSPIC30F2010T-20I/MM | DSPIC30F2010-20I/MM | DSPIC30F2010T-20E/MMG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 28-QFN-S (6x6 mm) | 28-QFN-S (6x6 mm) - same | 28-QFN-S (6x6 mm) - same | 28-QFN-S (6x6 mm) - same | 28-QFN-S (6x6 mm) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Performance | 20 MIPS | 20 MIPS | 20 MIPS | 20 MIPS | 20 MIPS |
| Program Memory | 12 KB Flash (4K x 24) | 12 KB Flash | 12 KB Flash | 12 KB Flash | 12 KB Flash |
| Operating Voltage | 3.0 V to 5.5 V | 3.0 V to 5.5 V | 3.0 V to 5.5 V | 3.0 V to 5.5 V | 3.0 V to 5.5 V |
| Temperature Grade | Extended (E) | Extended (E) | Industrial (I) | Industrial (I) | Extended (E), lead-free 'G' suffix |
| Packaging | Tape & Reel (T) | Tube/Tray | Tape & Reel | Tube/Tray | Tape & Reel |
| ADC | 10-bit, up to 500 ksps | 10-bit, up to 500 ksps | 10-bit, up to 500 ksps | 10-bit, up to 500 ksps | 10-bit, up to 500 ksps |
| Migration Path | dsPIC33F / PIC24H / PIC24F similar packages | Same | Same | Same | Same |
Key Differentiators
- Dedicated motor-control PWM with hardware fault shutdown (vs DSPIC30F2010-20E/MM)
- Extended temperature grade (vs DSPIC30F2010T-20I/MM)
- 20 MIPS DSP core with 17x17 hardware multiplier (vs Generic 16-bit MCUs in 28-pin packages)
- Seamless upward migration (vs DSPIC30F2010T-20E/MMG)
Design Notes
The 28-QFN-S exposed-pad package requires the center thermal pad to be soldered to a grounded copper pour with an array of thermal vias (typically 3x3, 0.3 mm diameter filled vias). This pad is the primary ground return and heat dissipation path; a floating or poorly wetted pad causes intermittent ground references on the ADC and unreliable thermal performance. Use a solder-mask-defined opening with roughly 50-70% paste coverage to prevent pad float during reflow.
Decouple each VDD pin with a 0.1 uF ceramic capacitor placed within 2-3 mm of the pin, plus one bulk 4.7-10 uF capacitor per supply rail. The dsPIC30F2010 datasheet recommends a 10 uF bulk capacitor near the device when driving motor-control PWM loads, because PWM output transitions inject supply transients at high di/dt. Keep AVDD/AVSS of the 10-bit ADC on a quiet filtered supply (ferrite bead plus 0.1 uF) to preserve ADC accuracy during PWM switching events.
Maximum operating clock is 40 MHz input yielding 20 MIPS, but this speed grade applies at specific supply/temperature combinations - derate clock frequency at low supply voltage or high ambient temperature per the datasheet electrical characteristics table. Also configure MCLR properly: leaving MCLR floating causes spurious resets; use a 10k pull-up. When migrating designs to dsPIC33F or PIC24H, remember those parts are 3.0-3.6V only and are not drop-in electrically, though the footprint migration is supported.
Route motor-control PWM outputs away from ADC input traces and keep the analog ground region continuous under the ADC pins. Current-sense shunt signals in the millivolt range are easily corrupted by PWM switching noise; use Kelvin connections at the shunt resistor and place RC anti-alias filters (e.g., 1k / 1 nF, cutoff near 160 kHz) before the ADC inputs. Keep the crystal/oscillator traces short and guard them with ground pour.
Compliance Information
Modern Microchip dsPIC30F tape-and-reel variants are lead-free/RoHS; the 'G' suffix denotes lead-free packaging. REACH and halogen-free status not stated in provided data - set to unknown pending Microchip product-page confirmation.
