DSPIC30F3013-20E/SP - 16-bit 20 MIPS DSP MCU 24KB Flash | Microchip
MPN: DSPIC30F3013-20E/SP β Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $6.18 | $6.18 |
| 10 | $5.4 | $54.00 |
| 100 | $4.62 | $462.00 |
| 500 | $3.95 | $1,975.00 |
| 1,000 | $3.42 | $3,420.00 |
DSPIC30F3013-20E/SP Overview
A Digital Signal Controller (DSC) is a class of embedded processor that blends a microcontroller's deterministic control peripherals (timers, ADC, PWM, I/O ports, communication interfaces) with a dedicated DSP engine for high-speed mathematical operations such as multiply-accumulate (MAC), filtering, and FFT primitives. Within the broader taxonomy, the DSPIC30F3013 belongs to the Digital Signal Controller -> 16-bit MCU -> Embedded Microcontroller -> Microprocessor hierarchy. The dsPIC30F family specifically targets motor control and digital power conversion applications, integrating motor-control PWM, a 12-bit ADC, and quadrature encoder interfaces alongside DSP primitives.
Key features include 12-bit ADC with 10 or 12 channels at 200 ksps, three 16-bit timers, motor-control PWM with up to 6 channels, UART, SPI, I2C peripherals, and a 16-bit quadrature encoder interface. The device is qualified to -40C to +125C (E suffix denotes extended temperature) and supports up to 4 MIPS at 5V and 20 MIPS at 5V operation per the device grading scheme. The 28-pin SPDIP package provides easy through-hole prototyping for industrial and educational designs.
Typical applications include BLDC and PMSM motor control, sensor-less field-oriented control (FOC), switched-mode power supply (SMPS) digital control loops, sensor signal conditioning with DSP filtering, and educational DSP development kits. The 20 MIPS throughput is sufficient for entry-level motor-control algorithms running at moderate PWM frequencies up to 20 kHz. The part is a member of the dsPIC30F family that has been recommended by Microchip for migration to dsPIC33F and PIC24 devices in similar packages when additional performance or peripherals are required.
When designing with this device, ensure that the ADC sampling rate and PWM frequency are matched to motor or power-stage switching characteristics. The 5V-tolerant I/O allows direct interface with legacy 5V sensors and drivers, reducing system cost.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, parametric cross-reference alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet, providing decision-ready data for engineers sourcing the DSPIC30F3013-20E/SP.
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DSPIC30F3013-20E/SP Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | dsPIC30F (16-bit DSC) |
| CPU Speed | 20 MIPS (max) |
| Program Memory | 24 KB (8K x 24) Flash |
| Data RAM | 1K x 16 words SRAM |
| EEPROM | 2 KB (1K x 16) |
| Supply Voltage | 2.5 V to 5.5 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (Extended, -E suffix) |
| ADC | 12-bit, up to 200 ksps |
| PWM Channels | 6 (Motor Control PWM) |
| Timers | Three 16-bit timers |
| Communication | UART, SPI, I2C |
| DSP Engine | 17x17 MAC, 40-bit accumulators |
| Package | 28-pin SPDIP (0.300 inch) |
| Mounting Type | Through-hole (DIP) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
DSPIC30F3013-20E/SP Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | MCLR β Master Clear (Reset) input |
| Pin 2 | EMUD1/AN0 β Emulation/Data 1 / Analog Input 0 |
| Pin 3 | EMUC1/AN1 β Emulation/Clock 1 / Analog Input 1 |
| Pin 4 | AN2/EMUD2 β Analog Input 2 / Emulation Data 2 |
| Pin 5 | AN3/EMUC2 β Analog Input 3 / Emulation Clock 2 |
| Pin 6 | AN4 β Analog Input 4 |
| Pin 7 | AVDD β Analog supply voltage |
| Pin 8 | AVSS β Analog ground |
| Pin 9 | OSC1/CLKI β Oscillator input / external clock |
| Pin 10 | OSC2/CLKO β Oscillator output |
| Pin 11 | FLTA β PWM Fault A input |
| Pin 12 | PWM1H β PWM1 High-side output |
| Pin 13 | PWM1L β PWM1 Low-side output |
| Pin 14 | PWM2H β PWM2 High-side output |
| Pin 15 | PWM2L β PWM2 Low-side output |
| Pin 16 | PWM3H β PWM3 High-side output |
| Pin 17 | PWM3L β PWM3 Low-side output |
| Pin 18 | QEA/INDX/CN17 β QEI Phase A / Index / CN17 |
| Pin 19 | QEB/CN18 β QEI Phase B / CN18 |
| Pin 20 | U1RX/CN20 β UART1 RX / CN20 |
| Pin 21 | U1TX/CN21 β UART1 TX / CN21 |
| Pin 22 | SCK1/CN22 β SPI1 Clock / CN22 |
| Pin 23 | SDI1/CN23 β SPI1 Data In / CN23 |
| Pin 24 | SDO1/CN24 β SPI1 Data Out / CN24 |
| Pin 25 | SDA1/CN25 β I2C1 Data / CN25 |
| Pin 26 | SCL1/CN26 β I2C1 Clock / CN26 |
| Pin 27 | VDD β Digital supply voltage |
| Pin 28 | VSS β Digital ground |
Typical Applications
DSPIC30F3013-20E/SP is suitable for 6 applications: BLDC and PMSM Motor Control, Switched-Mode Power Supply (SMPS) Digital Control, Sensor Signal Conditioning and DSP Filtering, Industrial Automation and Process Control, Educational DSP Development and Prototyping, Automotive Body Electronics and Sensor Hubs.
BLDC and PMSM Motor Control
The DSPIC30F3013-20E/SP is well matched to brushless DC (BLDC) and permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) control, where its 20 MIPS throughput, integrated 6-channel Motor Control PWM, and 12-bit 200 ksps ADC deliver deterministic field-oriented control loops. The dedicated quadrature encoder interface (QEI) provides direct position feedback from Hall or encoder sensors at up to 16-bit resolution, eliminating external logic. Designers typically run sensorless or sensored FOC algorithms at 10-20 kHz PWM rates within the 25 ns instruction cycle budget. The 28-SPDIP package is convenient for prototype motor-drive boards where through-hole replacement during development is desirable.
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Switched-Mode Power Supply (SMPS) Digital Control
In digitally controlled SMPS designs, the DSPIC30F3013-20E/SP provides the DSP engine needed to implement digital peak-current-mode control, average current mode control, and adaptive PID compensation loops. Its 12-bit ADC samples the inductor current at up to 200 ksps, while the 6-channel PWM module generates phase-shifted gate-drive waveforms at frequencies up to 250 kHz. The 40-bit accumulators and 17-bit MAC accelerate filter calculations required for noise-immune feedback loops. The 2.5-5.5V supply range allows direct operation from pre-regulated 5V rails in telecom and industrial distributed-power systems.
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Sensor Signal Conditioning and DSP Filtering
The DSPIC30F3013-20E/SP can perform real-time digital filtering of analog sensor signals using its 17-bit single-cycle MAC and 40-bit accumulator primitives. This is well-suited to industrial weigh scales, accelerometer signal chains, and vibration analysis front ends. The 12-bit ADC captures the sensor, and the DSP engine runs FIR or IIR filters at audio-bandwidth sample rates without CPU intervention. The 24 KB Flash accommodates substantial filter coefficients and lookup tables; the 1K x 16 SRAM handles circular buffer requirements for adaptive filters.
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Industrial Automation and Process Control
Industrial PLC I/O modules, PID controllers, and sensor hubs can leverage the DSPIC30F3013-20E/SP for its combination of 5V-tolerant I/O, RS-232/RS-485-capable UART, and extended -40C to +125C temperature grade (E suffix). The 28-SPDIP package is preferred in industrial control hardware where through-hole mechanical robustness is required. The DSP engine accelerates adaptive control loops and digital signal preprocessing for measurement equipment. The 2 KB EEPROM supports non-volatile configuration storage for field-deployable devices.
Recommended
Educational DSP Development and Prototyping
The DSPIC30F3013-20E/SP is widely used in university DSP and embedded systems curricula because its 28-SPDIP package fits standard breadboards, allowing students to wire up circuits without BGA/QFN rework. The dsPIC instruction set is approachable and well-documented in the family reference manual, with examples covering FIR, IIR, FFT, and motor-control primitives. The 20 MIPS throughput is sufficient to demonstrate audio-bandwidth filtering and real-time control at typical lab PWM frequencies (1-20 kHz).
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Automotive Body Electronics and Sensor Hubs
Although not AEC-Q100 qualified, the DSPIC30F3013-20E/SP's extended temperature range and motor-control PWM make it a candidate for non-safety automotive body electronics such as HVAC actuator control, mirror position control, and seat adjustment motors. The 5V-tolerant I/O interfaces directly with automotive 5V sensor networks. The DSP engine handles ripple-counter-based position feedback and adaptive PID control of brushed DC motors. Designers requiring AEC-Q100 qualification should select the dsPIC33F automotive variants in equivalent packages.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | DSPIC30F3013-20I/SP | DSPIC30F3013-30I/SP | DSPIC30F3012-20E/SP | DSPIC30F3013-20I/SO | DSPIC30F3013-20E/ML |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 28-SPDIP | 28-SPDIP - same | 28-SPDIP - same | 28-SPDIP - same | 28-SOIC (SMD) | 28-QFN (SMD) |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| CPU Speed (MIPS) | 20 MIPS | 20 MIPS | 30 MIPS | 20 MIPS | 20 MIPS | 20 MIPS |
| Flash Memory | 24 KB | 24 KB | 24 KB | 24 KB | 24 KB | 24 KB |
| SRAM | 1K x 16 | 1K x 16 | 1K x 16 | 1K x 16 | 1K x 16 | 1K x 16 |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (E) | -40C to +85C (I) | -40C to +85C (I) | -40C to +125C (E) | -40C to +85C (I) | -40C to +125C (E) |
| Motor Control PWM | 6 channels | 6 channels | 6 channels | 6 channels (reduced) | 6 channels | 6 channels |
| QEI (Quadrature Encoder) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Unit Price (1 pc) | $6.18 | $5.80 | $7.20 | $5.95 | $5.75 | $5.50 |
Key Differentiators
- Integrated DSP engine with 17-bit MAC and 40-bit accumulators (vs PIC24FJ256GA106)
- Motor-control-specific peripherals with 6 PWM channels and QEI (vs DSPIC30F2010)
- Extended temperature range -40C to +125C (vs DSPIC30F3013-20I/SP)
Design Notes
The DSPIC30F3013-20E/SP requires a single 2.5-5.5V supply on VDD with AVDD tied to the same rail and AVSS to ground. Place 100nF decoupling capacitors on each VDD pin within 5 mm trace length, plus a 10uF bulk capacitor at the package. The analog supply pin AVDD should be filtered with a ferrite bead or 10-ohm resistor if ADC accuracy is critical. AVDD and VDD must be powered up simultaneously within the datasheet-specified tVDD-to-AVDD ramp constraint to avoid latch-up.
At 40 MHz full speed with all peripherals active, the DSPIC30F3013 typically dissipates 100-150 mW. Estimated: at ambient 85C and theta_JA of approximately 60 C/W for SPDIP-28, junction temperature rise is 6-9C above ambient - well within the 125C max. However, designers should derate CPU frequency at higher temperatures: per the family datasheet 70139B, the 20E grade sustains 20 MIPS at -40C to +125C ambient, while the industrial -20I grade is limited to -40C to +85C.
For SPDIP-28 through-hole layouts, place a ground ring or pour on both top and bottom layers tied to VSS, and route noisy analog traces (sensor inputs to ADC) away from PWM switching traces. Keep the analog ground AVSS star-connected to the ADC capacitor return to avoid digital switching noise coupling into the ADC reference. Maintain 50-ohm impedance on crystal traces if using an external oscillator with trace length under 10 mm.
Do not forget to configure the Configuration bits (FOSC, WDT, BOR, etc.) in code; the dsPIC30F powers up with defaults that may not match your design intent. Ensure the PLL multiplier setting matches the input crystal/oscillator frequency - applying a 4x multiplier to a 10 MHz clock yields 40 MHz, but using the wrong configuration can lock up the CPU. The MCLR pin must be pulled high through a 10k resistor for normal operation; leaving it floating will cause random resets.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - the -E temperature grade (-40C to +125C) is industrial/automotive-non-safety, not automotive safety. For AEC-Q100 applications select dsPIC33F automotive variants.
