DSPIC30F3013-20I/SP - 16-bit DSP MCU, 20 MIPS, 24KB Flash | Microchip
MPN: DSPIC30F3013-20I/SP β Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $7.42 | $7.42 |
| 10 | $6.95 | $69.50 |
| 100 | $6.18 | $618.00 |
| 500 | $5.52 | $2,760.00 |
| 1,000 | $4.86 | $4,860.00 |
DSPIC30F3013-20I/SP Overview
A Digital Signal Controller is a hybrid between a microcontroller (MCU) and a digital signal processor (DSP). Within the broader taxonomy, a DSC sits between a general-purpose microcontroller and a dedicated DSP processor, offering deterministic interrupt latency, native MAC instructions, and DSP-oriented peripherals such as PWM, ADC, and quadrature encoder interfaces. The dsPIC30F family specifically targets 5V-tolerant, low-standby embedded designs that require real-time control loops with deterministic DSP math.
Key features include a 16-bit data path with modified Harvard architecture, single-cycle 16x16 MAC, six 16-bit timers, a 10-bit ADC with up to 12 channels, three PWM pairs with 7.5 ns resolution, and a 2-wire UART/SPI/I2C configurable serial interface. The DSPIC30F3013-30I/SP variant extends the speed grade to 30 MIPS at 120 MHz but shares the same peripheral set and pinout, allowing footprint reuse.
The DSPIC30F3013 architecture combines a C-compiler-friendly RISC instruction set, a DSP engine with dual accumulators and barrel shifter, and dedicated motor-control PWM with complementary outputs and programmable dead-time. Compared with PIC24 or PIC32 designs, the dsPIC30F retains 5V I/O tolerance - critical for industrial environments with long cable harnesses where transients exceed 3.3V tolerance.
Typical applications include 3-phase BLDC/PMSM motor drives, sensorless motor control, switched-mode power supply (SMPS) digital control loops, and automotive body electronics. Industrial fans, HVAC compressors, and small appliance pumps also leverage the 5V analog front end and deterministic PWM.
Designers should reserve adequate decoupling (100 nF + 10 uF bulk) on VDD/VSS and route the analog AVSS separately. The internal FRC oscillator with PLL provides Β±2% accuracy across the industrial temperature range and is suitable for cost-sensitive designs that can avoid an external crystal.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing across qty breaks, pin-compatible same-family alternatives, and practical design notes not consolidated in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
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DSPIC30F3013-20I/SP Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Series | dsPIC30F |
| Core Architecture | dsPIC30F 16-bit Modified Harvard |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 24 KB (8K x 24 words) |
| Data RAM | 1.5 KB |
| Data EEPROM (Data Flash equivalent) | 1 KB |
| CPU Speed | 20 MIPS at 40 MHz CPU clock |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 3.0 V to 5.5 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +85 C (industrial grade "I") |
| I/O Pins | 20 |
| ADC | 10-bit, up to 12 input channels |
| PWM Outputs | 3 PWM pairs, 7.5 ns resolution |
| Timers | 6 x 16-bit |
| UART/SPI/I2C | 1 configurable 2-wire serial interface (UART/SPI/I2C) |
| Package | 28-pin SPDIP (Skinny Plastic DIP, 0.300" / 7.62 mm pitch) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes |
| MAC Instruction | Single-cycle 17-bit x 17-bit integer multiplier |
| Mounting Type | Through-Hole DIP |
DSPIC30F3013-20I/SP Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | EMUD/AN7/IO β Emulator data / ADC analog input 7 / digital I/O |
| Pin 2 | EMUC/AN6/IO β Emulator clock / ADC analog input 6 / digital I/O |
| Pin 3 | AN5/RA3/CN7 β ADC analog input 5 / Port A bit 3 / CN7 interrupt |
| Pin 4 | AN4/RA2/CN6 β ADC analog input 4 / Port A bit 2 / CN6 interrupt |
| Pin 5 | AVDD β Analog supply voltage (+3.0 V to +5.5 V) |
| Pin 6 | AVSS β Analog ground |
| Pin 7 | AN3/RA1/CN5 β ADC analog input 3 / Port A bit 1 / CN5 interrupt |
| Pin 8 | AN2/RA0/CN4 β ADC analog input 2 / Port A bit 0 / CN4 interrupt |
| Pin 9 | MCLR β Master Clear (reset) input, active low |
| Pin 10 | AN1/RB1/CN3 β ADC analog input 1 / Port B bit 1 / CN3 interrupt |
| Pin 11 | AN0/RB0/CN2 β ADC analog input 0 / Port B bit 0 / CN2 interrupt |
| Pin 12 | OSC1/CLKI/RB2/CN1 β Crystal oscillator input / external clock in / Port B bit 2 |
| Pin 13 | OSC2/CLKO/RB3 β Crystal oscillator output / clock out / Port B bit 3 |
| Pin 14 | TBD/RB4/CN0 β Port B bit 4 / CN0 interrupt |
| Pin 15 | VSS β Digital ground |
| Pin 16 | VDD β Digital supply voltage (+3.0 V to +5.5 V) |
| Pin 17 | PWM1L/RB5 β PWM 1 low-side output / Port B bit 5 |
| Pin 18 | PWM1H/RB6 β PWM 1 high-side output / Port B bit 6 |
| Pin 19 | PWM2L/RB7 β PWM 2 low-side output / Port B bit 7 |
| Pin 20 | PWM2H/RB8 β PWM 2 high-side output / Port B bit 8 |
| Pin 21 | PWM3L/RB9 β PWM 3 low-side output / Port B bit 9 |
| Pin 22 | PWM3H/RB10 β PWM 3 high-side output / Port B bit 10 |
| Pin 23 | RD8/CN22 β Port D bit 8 / CN22 interrupt |
| Pin 24 | RD9/CN23 β Port D bit 9 / CN23 interrupt |
| Pin 25 | RD10/CN24 β Port D bit 10 / CN24 interrupt |
| Pin 26 | RD11/CN25 β Port D bit 11 / CN25 interrupt |
| Pin 27 | RD12/CN26 β Port D bit 12 / CN26 interrupt |
| Pin 28 | RD13/CN27 β Port D bit 13 / CN27 interrupt |
Typical Applications
DSPIC30F3013-20I/SP is suitable for 6 applications: BLDC / PMSM Motor Control, Switched-Mode Power Supply (SMPS) Digital Control, Industrial Fan & Pump Control, Automotive Body Electronics, Small Appliance Motor Control, Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Digital Control.
BLDC / PMSM Motor Control
The DSPIC30F3013-20I/SP is purpose-built for 3-phase brushless DC (BLDC) and permanent-magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) control, leveraging its three PWM pairs with programmable dead-time and 7.5 ns resolution to drive power-stage MOSFETs or IGBTs at switching frequencies up to ~50 kHz. The 16-bit DSP engine executes field-oriented control (FOC) at 20 MIPS - enough for low- to mid-speed torque loops in fans, pumps, and small appliances. The 12-channel 10-bit ADC samples phase currents and back-EMF voltage in real time, while the on-chip op-amp option simplifies current-sense signal conditioning. Choose the -30I grade for higher-Kv motors requiring faster current-loop update rates.
Recommended
Switched-Mode Power Supply (SMPS) Digital Control
The DSPIC30F3013-20I/SP suits digital control of switched-mode power supplies up to ~100 kHz loop bandwidth, using its high-resolution PWM for synchronous rectifier timing and the ADC for output voltage/current feedback. Single-cycle 16x16 MAC and dual accumulators enable Type-II/Type-III compensation math without overloading the 20 MIPS budget. The 5V I/O tolerance permits direct interface to 5V analog housekeeping ICs without level shifters, simplifying PFC+LLC combo designs. Designers targeting higher loop rates should consider the -30I speed grade or migrate to dsPIC33FJ for finer duty-cycle resolution.
Recommended
Industrial Fan & Pump Control
In industrial fans, blowers, and centrifugal pumps, the DSPIC30F3013-20I/SP's 20 MIPS throughput and 5V ADC range simplify sensorless trapezoidal or sinusoidal commutation at line frequencies of 50/60 Hz. The wide 3.0-5.5 V supply range allows direct operation from rectified 24 VAC industrial buses, while the industrial -40C to +85C temperature grade handles motor-drive enclosures. On-chip quadrature encoder support simplifies closed-loop speed control for HVAC fans and centrifugal pumps. The 24 KB Flash easily accommodates sensorless BEMF zero-cross detection and PID speed loops.
Recommended
Automotive Body Electronics
Within 12 V automotive body networks, the DSPIC30F3013-20I/SP drives actuators such as window lifters, seat adjusters, and HVAC damper motors, taking advantage of its 5V I/O tolerance that survives 12 V load-dump transients when paired with proper external TVS protection. The DSP engine handles LIN-bridge processing and PWM-controlled solenoids, while the wide operating temperature range covers under-hood and cabin environments. Note that for AEC-Q100-qualified designs, the Automotive-grade DSPIC30F variant should be selected - the standard -20I/SP is qualified to industrial standards only.
Recommended
Small Appliance Motor Control
Washing-machine drum motors, dishwasher circulation pumps, and refrigerator compressors use the DSPIC30F3013-20I/SP for variable-speed drive in cost-sensitive consumer appliances. Its 24 KB Flash fits sensorless FOC + power-factor correction code, while the on-chip EEPROM-equivalent data Flash stores appliance cycle parameters and fault logs. The SPDIP-28 package supports hand-soldered prototyping and through-hole manufacturing lines common in appliance production. Choose the -30I grade if the motor RPM requires faster control-loop updates.
Recommended
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Digital Control
In low-to-medium power UPS systems (sub-2 kVA), the DSPIC30F3013-20I/SP acts as a digital supervisor that closes the inverter voltage/current loop, generates SPWM for the H-bridge, and synchronizes phase with the AC line. The 16-bit DSP engine computes RMS, real/reactive power, and harmonic distortion in real time at 20 MIPS, while the 12-channel ADC simultaneously digitizes grid voltage, output voltage, inductor current, and DC bus voltage. The 5V I/O tolerance simplifies interface to legacy analog housekeeping ASICs.
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Engineering reference data for DSPIC30F3013-20I/SP β comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | DSPIC30F3013-30I/SP | DSPIC30F3012-20I/SP | DSPIC30F3013-20E/SP | DSPIC30F3013-20I/SO | DSPIC30F3012-20E/SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | SPDIP-28 | SPDIP-28 (same) | SPDIP-28 (same) | SPDIP-28 (same) | SOIC-28 (same die, surface-mount) | SPDIP-28 (same) |
| CPU Speed (MIPS) | 20 MIPS | 30 MIPS | 20 MIPS | 20 MIPS | 20 MIPS | 20 MIPS |
| Program Flash | 24 KB | 24 KB | 24 KB | 24 KB | 24 KB | 24 KB |
| Data RAM | 1.5 KB | 1.5 KB | 1 KB | 1.5 KB | 1.5 KB | 1 KB |
| ADC Channels | 12 channels, 10-bit | 12 channels, 10-bit | 9 channels, 10-bit | 12 channels, 10-bit | 12 channels, 10-bit | 9 channels, 10-bit |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +85 C (industrial) | -40 C to +85 C (industrial) | -40 C to +85 C (industrial) | -40 C to +125 C (extended) | -40 C to +85 C (industrial) | -40 C to +125 C (extended) |
| Supply 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 | 3.0 V to 5.5 V |
| PWM Pairs | 3 pairs | 3 pairs | 3 pairs | 3 pairs | 3 pairs | 3 pairs |
Key Differentiators
- Drop-in 30 MIPS speed-grade upgrade path (vs DSPIC30F3013-30I/SP)
- Cost-optimized lower-RAM sibling for fixed-speed drives (vs DSPIC30F3012-20I/SP)
- Extended temperature option without redesign (vs DSPIC30F3013-20E/SP)
Design Notes
Estimated: Place one 100 nF ceramic decoupling capacitor on each VDD/AVDD pin (pins 5, 16) as close as physically possible to the package, plus a shared 10 uF bulk tantalum or ceramic capacitor at the supply entry. AVSS and VSS should be joined at a single point under the IC to avoid ground-loop noise corrupting ADC readings; route analog traces away from PWM switching nets and use a star-ground topology on the analog sense lines (AN0-AN7).
At 40 MHz CPU clock and 5 V supply, the dsPIC30F3013-20I/SP typically dissipates 0.5-1.0 W under full DSP load. The 28-SPDIP package offers a thermal resistance of approximately 70 C/W theta_JA in still air, so junction rise is ~50 C above ambient at 0.7 W - acceptable for industrial-grade +85 C operation. For designs pushed to +125 C extended temperature, consider adding copper pours on the SPDIP pads or migrating to a TQFP variant for better heat spreading.
Route the MCLR line (pin 9) with a 10 kohm pull-up to VDD and a 100 nF cap to ground for clean reset. The OSC1/OSC2 pins (12-13) should be surrounded by a guard trace connected to ground if using an external crystal, with traces kept short (<10 mm). PWM output traces (pins 17-22) carry high dV/dt and should be routed away from analog input traces; place a ground pour between them and add 10-22 ohm gate-drive resistors if driving MOSFET gates directly.
Do not leave the MCLR pin floating - even a brief floating condition during power-up can place the device in an undefined state. Ensure the AVSS and VSS pins are connected even if the ADC is unused, as floating analog ground degrades noise immunity. Watch for the 17-bit DSP accumulator overflow when implementing PID or FOC math - the saturation behavior is non-wrapping but requires explicit handling. Per datasheet DS70139B, do not exceed the absolute maximum 7 V on VDD or latch-up may occur.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. Standard industrial -40C to +85C grade; for AEC-Q100 automotive qualification, choose the dedicated dsPIC30F automotive part variants. Lead-free matte-tin finish.
