DSPIC30F6011-20I/PF - 16-bit DSC, 132KB Flash, 20 MIPS, 64-TQFP
MPN: DSPIC30F6011-20I/PF ⚠ Last Time Buy| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16.33 | $16.33 |
| 10 | $16.33 | $163.30 |
| 100 | $16.33 | $1,633.00 |
| 500 | $15.2 | $7,600.00 |
| 1,000 | $13.85 | $13,850.00 |
| 10,000 | $12.4 | $124,000.00 |
DSPIC30F6011-20I/PF Overview
A Digital Signal Controller (DSC) is a hybrid semiconductor device that merges a microcontroller's deterministic control peripherals with a digital signal processor's parallel math engine. Within the broader taxonomy, a DSC sits between a microcontroller (MCU) and a digital signal processor (DSP), forming a sub-category of microcontrollers and a member of the embedded power management and motor control family of 16-bit Harvard-architecture devices. The dsPIC30F series specifically targets real-time control applications requiring both tight PID loops and high-bandwidth signal processing.
Key features include 60 I/O pins, two 16-bit timers, two UART modules, one SPI, one I2C, two CAN modules, eight 16-bit PWM outputs, a 10/12-bit ADC with 16 inputs, a 16-bit comparator block, and DSP-friendly single-cycle MAC instructions. The wide operating temperature range of -40C to +85C (industrial grade, denoted by the "I" suffix) supports both commercial and industrial environments.
The DSP engine uses two 40-bit accumulators and dual data fetch to perform a single-cycle 16x16-bit MAC, enabling efficient motor control and power conversion algorithms. The peripheral set is purpose-built for closed-loop control, with motor control PWMs featuring complementary outputs, dead-time insertion, and fault inputs.
Typical applications include three-phase motor control (BLDC, PMSM, ACIM), variable-frequency drives, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), power-factor correction converters, industrial automation, and digital audio processing. The combination of deterministic control and DSP throughput makes the part especially suitable for sensorless FOC motor control.
Designers should note that Microchip has marked this part Not Recommended for new designs (NRND) and issued an End-of-Life (EOL) notification. New designs should evaluate the dsPIC30F6011A variant or migrate to the dsPIC33F family for active production.
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View Datasheet →DSPIC30F6011-20I/PF Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Product Type | 16-bit Digital Signal Controller (DSC) |
| Core | dsPIC30 (16-bit Harvard, DSP-enhanced) |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 40 MHz (20 MIPS) |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 132 KB (44K x 24) |
| Data SRAM | 6 KB |
| Operating Voltage | 4.5 V to 5.5 V |
| I/O Pins | 60 |
| ADC | 10/12-bit, 16 channels |
| PWM Channels | 8 x 16-bit (motor control) |
| CAN Modules | 2 |
| UART Modules | 2 |
| SPI Modules | 1 |
| I2C Modules | 1 |
| Timers | 2 x 16-bit |
| Package | 64-pin TQFP (14x14 mm) |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Lead-Free | Yes |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lifecycle | Last Time Buy (NRND, EOL notification issued) |
DSPIC30F6011-20I/PF 64-pin tqfp (14x14 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for DSPIC30F6011-20I/PF (64-pin tqfp (14x14 mm) 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 DSPIC30F6011-20I/PF.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
DSPIC30F6011-20I/PF is suitable for 6 applications: 3-Phase BLDC/PMSM Motor Control, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) for AC Induction Motors, Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) and Power Inverters, Digital Audio Processing and Active Crossover Filters, Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning, Power Factor Correction (PFC) Boost Converters.
3-Phase BLDC/PMSM Motor Control
The DSPIC30F6011-20I/PF is purpose-built for 3-phase brushless DC and permanent-magnet synchronous motor drives. Its eight 16-bit PWM outputs with complementary pairs, dead-time insertion, and dedicated fault inputs directly drive three half-bridges with the timing resolution required for 50 kHz+ switching frequencies. The single-cycle 16x16-bit MAC engine performs Park/Clarke transforms and PI control loops inside the PWM interrupt, while the 16-channel ADC samples phase currents at the exact PWM midpoint. With 60 I/O pins and dual CAN, the part also handles encoder feedback, Hall sensors, and CANopen/CAN-FD comms. Compared with a general MCU, the DSP engine removes the CPU bottleneck in sensorless FOC.
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Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) for AC Induction Motors
Variable frequency drives for AC induction motors require deterministic PWM generation and real-time V/Hz or FOC control loops. The DSPIC30F6011-20I/PF delivers eight PWM channels at 20 MIPS of CPU headroom to execute space-vector modulation, sine-triangle comparison, and slip compensation inside a single PWM period. Its 132 KB Flash accommodates full IEC 61800 drive firmware including ramp tables and protection state machines. The two CAN modules allow integration into industrial Modbus/CAN bus networks, while the 4.5V to 5.5V supply range tolerates industrial 24V bus rails after front-end regulation.
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Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) and Power Inverters
On-line UPS systems and solar/grid-tied inverters demand tight control of PWM-modulated power stages. The DSPIC30F6011-20I/PF executes average-current-mode control loops for PFC and full-bridge DC-DC stages at the 20 MIPS offered by its dsPIC30 core. The 16-channel ADC reads AC line voltage, DC bus, inductor current, and output voltage simultaneously while the MAC engine computes feed-forward terms in a single cycle. Industrial -40C to +85C operation ensures reliability in unattended UPS cabinets and outdoor solar enclosures.
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Digital Audio Processing and Active Crossover Filters
The DSPIC30F6011-20I/PF is well-suited for digital audio processing tasks such as FIR/IIR filtering, parametric equalization, and active crossover networks. Its DSP engine executes single-cycle MAC instructions ideal for 16-bit fixed-point audio algorithms at common 48 kHz sampling rates. The SPI module interfaces to external DACs/ADCs while the I2C port connects to volume control ICs and display modules. The 6 KB SRAM holds audio delay-line and filter coefficient buffers with room to spare.
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Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning
Industrial sensor hubs that aggregate strain gauge, thermocouple, RTD, and 4-20 mA inputs benefit from the DSPIC30F6011-20I/PF's combination of 16-channel ADC, DSP math throughput, and dual CAN connectivity. The MAC engine performs linearization, cold-junction compensation, and digital filtering in real time, while the 132 KB Flash stores calibration coefficients and lookup tables. The 4.5V to 5.5V supply and industrial temperature grade suit factory-floor environments.
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Power Factor Correction (PFC) Boost Converters
Active PFC front-ends for server and telecom power supplies use the DSPIC30F6011-20I/PF to implement average-current-mode control at 50 kHz to 100 kHz switching. The 16-bit PWM with dedicated ADC trigger timing aligns inductor current sampling to the exact midpoint of the PWM period, eliminating load-dependent distortion. The DSP engine computes the sinusoidal current reference and corrects THD in real time, while dual CAN provides digital communication of input/output telemetry to the host system.
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Engineering reference data for DSPIC30F6011-20I/PF — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | DSPIC30F6011A-30I/PF | DSPIC30F6011-30I/PF | DSPIC30F6011-20E/PF | DSPIC30F6010-20E/PF | DSPIC30F6010A-20E/PF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 64-pin TQFP (14x14 mm) | 64-pin TQFP - same | 64-pin TQFP - same | 64-pin TQFP - same | 64-pin TQFP - same | 64-pin TQFP - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Core | dsPIC30 16-bit | dsPIC30 16-bit | dsPIC30 16-bit | dsPIC30 16-bit | dsPIC30 16-bit | dsPIC30 16-bit |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 40 MHz / 20 MIPS | 120 MHz / 30 MIPS (+50%) | 120 MHz / 30 MIPS (+50%) | 40 MHz / 20 MIPS | 40 MHz / 20 MIPS | 40 MHz / 20 MIPS |
| Flash Memory | 132 KB | 132 KB | 132 KB | 132 KB | 48 KB (-64%) | 48 KB (-64%) |
| SRAM | 6 KB | 6 KB | 6 KB | 6 KB | 4 KB | 4 KB |
| CAN Modules | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 (-50%) | 1 (-50%) |
| Temperature Grade | Industrial -40C to +85C | Industrial -40C to +85C | Industrial -40C to +85C | Extended -40C to +125C | Extended -40C to +125C | Extended -40C to +125C |
| Lifecycle Status | NRND / Last Time Buy | Active | NRND | NRND | Active | Active |
Key Differentiators
- Highest Flash density in the dsPIC30F601x family at 132 KB (vs DSPIC30F6010-20E/PF)
- Dual CAN modules for redundant industrial networks (vs DSPIC30F6010-20E/PF)
- Enhanced silicon revision still in production (vs DSPIC30F6011A-30I/PF)
- 16-bit DSP engine with single-cycle MAC (vs PIC24F/PIC32MX general microcontrollers)
Design Notes
Estimated: At 40 MHz CPU speed the DSPIC30F6011-20I/PF core draws approximately 60 mA at 5V (300 mW). Add 20 mA for typical ADC active and 5 mA per CAN module active. Decouple the VDD/VSS pins with a 10 uF tantalum + 100 nF ceramic per supply pin pair, placed within 5 mm of the package. The AVDD pins must be filtered with a ferrite bead or separate LDO to keep ADC noise below 1 LSB at 12-bit resolution.
Estimated: The 64-pin TQFP has a typical theta_JA of approximately 45 C/W on a 4-layer JEDEC test board. Under full-load conditions (ADC + both CAN + CPU active), internal power reaches ~400 mW and the junction rises ~18 C above ambient. Industrial-grade parts are rated to +85C ambient; designers targeting higher ambient or sealed enclosures should derate junction temperature by 25 C of margin or attach a small top-side copper heat-spreader.
PCB layout note: Place the 32.768 kHz secondary oscillator crystal within 8 mm of SOSCO/SOSCI pins with a guard ring tied to the same ground as the MCU. Keep the PWM output traces away from the analog ADC inputs by at least 10 mm or shield them with a ground pour to avoid capacitive coupling of switching edges into sensitive current-sense measurements. The CAN bus pins require a 120 ohm termination resistor at each end of the bus, and the CAN TX/RX traces should be routed as a differential pair with 100-ohm impedance.
Common pitfall: the DSPIC30F6011 has been marked NRND with EOL notification issued in 2020. Do not specify this part in new designs - use DSPIC30F6011A or migrate to dsPIC33F family. Also note that the PWM fault input pins (FLTA/FLTB) are active-low and require external pull-ups; leaving them floating at power-up can cause unexpected PWM shutdowns. Finally, configure unused I/O pins as outputs driven low (not high-Z) to minimize current consumption during sleep modes.
When using the DSPIC30F6011-20I/PF's ADC for current sensing in motor control, sample the current at the exact midpoint of the PWM low-side on-time to reject switching noise. Enable the ADC simultaneous sampling feature for paired phase currents and add a 3rd-order SINC filter in software to reduce quantization noise. According to Microchip application note AN1078, this technique improves current SNR by 6-10 dB versus sampling at PWM edges.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant and lead-free per Microchip product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - this part targets industrial/commercial motor control, not automotive. Halogen-free status not explicitly stated in verified data.
