DSPIC30F6010A-20E/PF - 16-bit DSC, 144KB Flash, 80-TQFP
MPN: DSPIC30F6010A-20E/PF ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18.5 | $18.50 |
| 10 | $16.65 | $166.50 |
| 100 | $14.95 | $1,495.00 |
| 500 | $13.4 | $6,700.00 |
| 1,000 | $11.85 | $11,850.00 |
DSPIC30F6010A-20E/PF Overview
A Digital Signal Controller (DSC) bridges the gap between traditional microcontrollers (MCU) and digital signal processors (DSP). Where a standard MCU executes control loops sequentially, a DSC adds hardware single-cycle multiply-accumulate (MAC), barrel shifting, and zero-overhead looping, allowing closed-loop control algorithms (PID, field-oriented control) and signal conditioning (FFT, FIR/IIR filtering) to run within a single interrupt cycle. The dsPIC30F family sits in the broader hierarchy DSC > MCU > microcontroller > embedded processor > semiconductor.
Key features of the DSPIC30F6010A include a 12-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) with up to 16 input channels and 200 ksps conversion rate, multiple communication peripherals (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN), dedicated motor-control PWM modules with complementary outputs and programmable dead time, and a wide operating temperature range suitable for industrial and automotive-grade deployments. The device also integrates a real-time clock, multiple 16-bit timers, and an Enhanced Flash memory block with self-programming capability for field firmware updates.
Technically, the DSPIC30F6010A uses a 24-bit instruction word with separate 16-bit data paths, allowing efficient mixed-precision arithmetic. The DSP engine operates in parallel with the MCU core, sharing the same register file, so DSP and control code can be written in a unified C environment using the Microchip MPLAB XC16 compiler. The instruction pipeline is deterministic, with no cache misses, which is critical for hard real-time control loops. Program memory is configured as 144 KB Flash with 4 KB of dual-partition Flash for live updates.
Typical applications include three-phase AC induction and BLDC motor drives, sensorless field-oriented control (FOC) for servo drives, automotive body and powertrain ECUs, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) and inverter controllers, and industrial PLCs. The combination of DSP throughput and MCU peripherals makes the part well suited to any application where control loops and signal processing must coexist on a single deterministic core.
When designing with this part, note the 20 MIPS throughput at 3.3V and the dual-voltage supply requirement (VDD = 2.5-5.5V, AVDD tied to VDD). Allocate decoupling capacitors close to each VDD/AVDD pin pair, and ensure the motor-control PWM outputs are routed away from sensitive analog ADC inputs to minimize coupling.
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View Datasheet →DSPIC30F6010A-20E/PF Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | 16-bit dsPIC30F DSC (RISC + DSP engine) |
| Program Memory | 144 KB Flash |
| Data RAM | 8 KB |
| Operating Frequency | 20 MIPS (40 MHz oscillator, 2:1 divider for instruction clock) |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 2.5 V to 5.5 V (typical 3.3 V / 5 V operation) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 C to +125 C (extended, -E suffix) |
| ADC | 12-bit, up to 16 channels, 200 ksps |
| PWM Modules | Motor-control PWM with complementary outputs and programmable dead time |
| Communication Peripherals | UART, SPI, I2C, CAN |
| Timers | Multiple 16-bit timers (exact count in family datasheet) |
| Package | 80-pin TQFP (14x14 mm, PF suffix, tray) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| DSP Engine Features | Single-cycle MAC, 40-bit accumulator, barrel shifter, DO/REPEAT hardware loops |
| Instruction Word Size | 24-bit |
| Self-Programming | Enhanced Flash with live update support |
| RoHS Status | Compliant (per Microchip product page) |
DSPIC30F6010A-20E/PF 80-pin tqfp (14x14 mm, pf suffix, tray) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for DSPIC30F6010A-20E/PF (80-pin tqfp (14x14 mm, pf suffix, tray) 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 DSPIC30F6010A-20E/PF.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
DSPIC30F6010A-20E/PF is suitable for 6 applications: Three-Phase BLDC and PMSM Motor Control, AC Induction Motor V/Hz and Vector Drives, Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) and Solar Inverters, Automotive Body and Powertrain ECUs, Industrial PLC and Servo Controllers, Digital Audio Effects and Audio Processing.
Three-Phase BLDC and PMSM Motor Control
The DSPIC30F6010A-20E/PF is purpose-built for three-phase brushless DC (BLDC) and permanent-magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) drives. Its 20 MIPS core executes field-oriented control (FOC) loops within a single PWM cycle, while the dedicated motor-control PWM modules with complementary outputs and programmable dead time directly drive the gate drivers of the three-phase inverter. The 12-bit ADC with up to 16 channels and 200 ksps simultaneously samples phase currents via the on-chip Sample-and-Hold, closing the current loop with deterministic latency. Designers typically allocate 6 ADC channels for phase current and DC-bus sensing, leaving the remainder for temperature and auxiliary inputs.
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AC Induction Motor V/Hz and Vector Drives
For AC induction motor variable-frequency drives, the DSPIC30F6010A-20E/PF combines its 16-bit DSC core with the on-chip motor-control PWM and 12-bit ADC to implement both simple V/Hz scalar control and sensorless indirect field-oriented control. The DSP engine's single-cycle MAC and barrel shifter accelerate the Park/Clarke transforms required by FOC, while the deterministic instruction pipeline avoids cache-related jitter that would otherwise distort the current loop. A typical 1.5 kW drive uses one DSPIC30F6010A for the control section, an FPGA or CPLD for IGBT/MOSFET gating, and isolated gate drivers such as the ACPL-32JT.
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Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) and Solar Inverters
In single-phase or three-phase UPS and grid-tied solar inverter applications, the DSPIC30F6010A-20E/PF runs the MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) or PFC (Power Factor Correction) loop alongside the inverter control loop. Its 144 KB Flash accommodates the full control state machine, multiple PID loops, and grid-synchronization code, while the 12-bit ADC samples DC-bus voltage, AC mains, and inductor current with deterministic latency. The CAN peripheral enables external communication with battery management systems or grid-metering modules. The 80-pin TQFP exposes sufficient I/O for parallel-inverter power stages up to several kW.
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Automotive Body and Powertrain ECUs
The DSPIC30F6010A-20E/PF serves in automotive body controllers, HVAC actuators, and powertrain ECUs that combine LIN/CAN communication with actuator control. The CAN peripheral integrated in the device handles OBD-II diagnostics, while the motor-control PWM and ADC drive small DC and stepper motors for valve, damper, and pump actuation. With -40 C to +125 C operation, the part tolerates under-hood thermal stress. Note that AEC-Q100 qualification must be verified per project requirements; the -E temperature grade alone does not guarantee automotive certification.
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Industrial PLC and Servo Controllers
Industrial PLC and servo controllers benefit from the DSPIC30F6010A-20E/PF's combination of DSP throughput and MCU peripherals. The 144 KB Flash hosts multiple PID loops for axis control, while the on-chip PWM drives servo amplifiers. Multiple UART/SPI ports connect to HMI displays, encoder feedback, and isolated digital I/O modules. The -40 C to +125 C temperature range matches industrial cabinet environments, and the 80-pin TQFP exposes enough I/O for 8-axis servo modules. The dsPIC30F Family Reference Manual (DS70046) provides the canonical peripheral driver library.
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Digital Audio Effects and Audio Processing
Although primarily marketed for motor control, the DSPIC30F6010A-20E/PF's MAC-and-barrel shifter DSP engine also supports audio DSP such as FIR/IIR filtering, biquad equalizers, and dynamics processing. With 144 KB Flash and 8 KB RAM, it can host short audio buffers, while the SPI peripheral connects to external CODECs. The 20 MIPS throughput limits the device to lower sample-rate or lower-channel-count audio applications, but it is sufficient for headphone amplifiers with integrated DSP or guitar effects pedals where deterministic latency matters.
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Engineering reference data for DSPIC30F6010A-20E/PF — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | DSPIC30F6010-20E/PF | DSPIC30F5016-20E/PT | DSPIC30F5015-20E/PT | DSPIC30F4013-20E/PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 80-pin TQFP (14x14 mm, /PF) | 80-pin TQFP (14x14 mm, /PF) - same | 80-pin TQFP (12x12 mm, /PT) | 80-pin TQFP (12x12 mm, /PT) | 80-pin TQFP (12x12 mm, /PT) |
| Core Family | dsPIC30F DSC | dsPIC30F DSC | dsPIC30F DSC | dsPIC30F DSC | dsPIC30F DSC |
| Program Flash | 144 KB | 144 KB | 66 KB | 66 KB | 48 KB |
| Data RAM | 8 KB | 8 KB | 2 KB | 2 KB | 2 KB |
| Throughput | 20 MIPS | 20 MIPS | 20 MIPS | 20 MIPS | 20 MIPS |
| Supply Voltage | 2.5 V to 5.5 V | 2.5 V to 5.5 V | 2.5 V to 5.5 V | 2.5 V to 5.5 V | 2.5 V to 5.5 V |
| Temperature Range | -40 C to +125 C | -40 C to +125 C | -40 C to +125 C | -40 C to +125 C | -40 C to +125 C |
| Silicon Status vs Target | Current (A revision) | Predecessor (pre-A) | Different family member | Different family member | Different family member |
Key Differentiators
- Largest Flash in the 80-pin TQFP dsPIC30F family (vs DSPIC30F5016-20E/PT)
- Doubled on-chip RAM vs lower-memory family members (vs DSPIC30F4013-20E/PT)
- Silicon revision with documented errata corrections (vs DSPIC30F6010-20E/PF)
Design Notes
Place a 10 uF bulk capacitor and 0.1 uF decoupling capacitor close to each VDD/VSS pair of the DSPIC30F6010A-20E/PF, and a separate 10 uF + 0.1 uF on the AVDD/AVSS pair. The AVDD rail should be filtered from VDD using a ferrite bead and a small RC (10 ohm + 10 uF) to keep ADC noise below 1 LSB. The verified distributor data confirms operation from 2.5 V to 5.5 V; for noise-sensitive ADC sampling, prefer 5 V for maximum ADC input range.
Estimated: at 40 MHz / 20 MIPS full CPU load, the DSPIC30F6010A-20E/PF draws roughly 70 mA typical from VDD at 5 V (approximately 350 mW). With the 80-pin TQFP theta_JA around 50 C/W typical, junction temperature rise is approximately 17 C above ambient. At -40 C to +125 C ambient, ensure the board copper pour is at least 1 square inch to keep theta_JA close to the typical value. The PWM outputs switching high-current gates can also heat the die; verify with the family datasheet electrical characteristics table.
Route motor-control PWM outputs as short, matched-length traces and keep them away from analog ADC input traces. Use a ground plane split with a single-point stitch under the analog section to avoid PWM-edge coupling into the ADC sample-and-hold. Program/debug pins (MCLR, PGECx, PGEDx) should be brought out to a 0.1-inch header or Tag-Connect footprint so the MPLAB ICD 4 / PICkit 4 can attach without removing the IC.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliance per the Microchip product page. The -E operating-temperature suffix extends to +125 C but does not imply AEC-Q100 qualification; refer to the Microchip automotive-grade product family for AEC-Q100 parts.
