DSPIC30F6013A-30I/PT - 30 MIPS 16-Bit DSC, 132KB Flash | Microchip
MPN: DSPIC30F6013A-30I/PT β Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18.71 | $18.71 |
| 10 | $16.84 | $168.40 |
| 100 | $14.97 | $1,497.00 |
| 500 | $12.85 | $6,425.00 |
| 1,000 | $10.93 | $10,930.00 |
DSPIC30F6013A-30I/PT Overview
A Digital Signal Controller (DSC) is a hybrid device that fuses a microcontroller's deterministic control peripherals with a Digital Signal Processor (DSP) engine capable of single-cycle MAC operations. The DSC category sits within the broader taxonomy of microcontrollers -> embedded controllers -> MCUs with DSP extensions, and is optimized for applications that require both closed-loop control (PWM, ADC) and high-speed numerical processing (FFT, FIR, encoder feedback) on a single chip.
Key features include 132 KB of Flash program memory (44K x 24 organization), 30 MIPS execution from a 120 MHz internal clock, dual 40-bit accumulators, zero-overhead hardware DO and REPEAT loops, and 16 x 16-bit signed fractional multiplication in a single cycle. The 80-pin TQFP exposes up to 68 I/O lines, two UART modules, two SPI modules, two I2C modules, two CAN modules, an 8-channel motor-control PWM, a 16-channel 10-bit ADC, and a 12-bit ADC converter for high-resolution analog front-ends.
Architecturally, the DSPIC30F6013A combines a 16-bit native datapath with DSP-engine MAC units and a barrel shifter, allowing efficient implementation of digital filters, motor-control algorithms (field-oriented control, space-vector modulation), and power-conversion control loops. The wide operating range of 4.5 V to 5.5 V (5 V nominal) and -40C to +85C industrial temperature grade make it suitable for harsh environments.
Typical applications include three-phase AC induction and BLDC motor drives, switch-mode power supplies (SMPS), digital UPS systems, automotive body controllers, industrial automation and PLCs, and audio processing. The 132 KB code space and 30 MIPS throughput cover full-featured sensorless FOC and PFC firmware in a single device.
A key design consideration is that the 5 V supply rail must be tightly decoupled with bulk + bypass capacitors, since ADC accuracy and PWM timing margins are sensitive to VDD ripple. Code protection fuse settings should be configured last in production to prevent bricking prototypes during development.
Drop-in alternatives for DSPIC30F6013A-30I/PT β same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
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DSPIC30F6013A-30I/PT Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Product Type | 16-bit Digital Signal Controller (DSC) |
| Architecture | Modified Harvard RISC with DSP engine |
| Program Memory | 132 KB Flash |
| RAM | 4 KB SRAM |
| Data EEPROM | 8 KB |
| Instruction Throughput | 30 MIPS |
| CPU Clock (max) | 120 MHz internal (30 MIPS from 4x PLL) |
| Supply Voltage | 4.5 V to 5.5 V |
| I/O Pins | 68 |
| Package | 80-pin TQFP (12x12 mm) |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial) |
| ADC | 12-bit SAR, up to 16 channels |
| Motor Control PWM | 8-channel, dedicated PWM module |
| Communication Interfaces | 2x UART, 2x SPI, 2x I2C, 2x CAN |
| Timers | 5x 16-bit timers |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| MSL Level | 3 |
| RoHS Status | Compliant (lead-free) |
DSPIC30F6013A-30I/PT Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | AN0 β Analog input 0 / VREF+ |
| Pin 2 | AN1 β Analog input 1 |
| Pin 3 | AN2 β Analog input 2 |
| Pin 4 | AN3 β Analog input 3 |
| Pin 5 | AN4 β Analog input 4 |
| Pin 6 | AN5 β Analog input 5 |
| Pin 7 | AN6 β Analog input 6 |
| Pin 8 | AN7 β Analog input 7 |
| Pin 9 | AN8 β Analog input 8 |
| Pin 10 | AN9 β Analog input 9 |
| Pin 11 | AN10 β Analog input 10 |
| Pin 12 | AN11 β Analog input 11 |
| Pin 13 | AN12 β Analog input 12 |
| Pin 14 | AN13 β Analog input 13 |
| Pin 15 | AN14 β Analog input 14 |
| Pin 16 | AN15 β Analog input 15 |
| Pin 17 | AVSS β Analog ground |
| Pin 18 | AVDD β Analog supply |
| Pin 19 | MCLR β Master clear / reset (active low) |
| Pin 20 | OSC1 β Crystal oscillator input |
| Pin 21 | OSC2 β Crystal oscillator output |
| Pin 22 | VDD β Digital supply |
| Pin 23 | VSS β Digital ground |
| Pin 24 | PGEC1 β ICSP programming clock 1 |
| Pin 25 | PGED1 β ICSP programming data 1 |
| Pin 26 | PWM1L β PWM1 low-side output |
| Pin 27 | PWM1H β PWM1 high-side output |
| Pin 28 | PWM2L β PWM2 low-side output |
| Pin 29 | PWM2H β PWM2 high-side output |
| Pin 30 | PWM3L β PWM3 low-side output |
| Pin 31 | PWM3H β PWM3 high-side output |
| Pin 32 | PWM4L β PWM4 low-side output |
| Pin 33 | PWM4H β PWM4 high-side output |
| Pin 34 | PWM5L β PWM5 low-side output |
| Pin 35 | PWM5H β PWM5 high-side output |
| Pin 36 | PWM6L β PWM6 low-side output |
| Pin 37 | PWM6H β PWM6 high-side output |
| Pin 38 | VDD β Digital supply |
| Pin 39 | VSS β Digital ground |
| Pin 40 | RB0 β Port B bit 0 |
| Pin 41 | RB1 β Port B bit 1 |
| Pin 42 | RB2 β Port B bit 2 |
| Pin 43 | RB3 β Port B bit 3 |
| Pin 44 | RB4 β Port B bit 4 |
| Pin 45 | RB5 β Port B bit 5 |
| Pin 46 | RB6 β Port B bit 6 |
| Pin 47 | RB7 β Port B bit 7 |
| Pin 48 | RC1 β Port C bit 1 / T1CK |
| Pin 49 | RC2 β Port C bit 2 |
| Pin 50 | RC3 β Port C bit 3 |
| Pin 51 | RC4 β Port C bit 4 |
| Pin 52 | RD0 β Port D bit 0 |
| Pin 53 | RD1 β Port D bit 1 |
| Pin 54 | RD2 β Port D bit 2 |
| Pin 55 | RD3 β Port D bit 3 |
| Pin 56 | RD4 β Port D bit 4 |
| Pin 57 | RD5 β Port D bit 5 |
| Pin 58 | RD6 β Port D bit 6 |
| Pin 59 | RD8 β Port D bit 8 |
| Pin 60 | RD9 β Port D bit 9 |
| Pin 61 | RD10 β Port D bit 10 |
| Pin 62 | RD11 β Port D bit 11 |
| Pin 63 | RD12 β Port D bit 12 |
| Pin 64 | RD13 β Port D bit 13 |
| Pin 65 | RD14 β Port D bit 14 |
| Pin 66 | RD15 β Port D bit 15 |
| Pin 67 | RF0 β Port F bit 0 |
| Pin 68 | RF1 β Port F bit 1 |
| Pin 69 | RF2 β Port F bit 2 |
| Pin 70 | RF3 β Port F bit 3 |
| Pin 71 | RF4 β Port F bit 4 |
| Pin 72 | RF5 β Port F bit 5 |
| Pin 73 | RF6 β Port F bit 6 |
| Pin 74 | RG0 β Port G bit 0 |
| Pin 75 | RG1 β Port G bit 1 |
| Pin 76 | RG2 β Port G bit 2 |
| Pin 77 | RG3 β Port G bit 3 |
| Pin 78 | RG6 β Port G bit 6 |
| Pin 79 | RG7 β Port G bit 7 |
| Pin 80 | RG8 β Port G bit 8 |
Typical Applications
DSPIC30F6013A-30I/PT is suitable for 6 applications: Three-Phase BLDC / PMSM Motor Control, Switch-Mode Power Supply (SMPS) Digital Control, Industrial UPS and Inverter Systems, Automotive Body and Chassis Controllers, Audio Effects and Signal Processing, PLC and Industrial Automation Controllers.
Three-Phase BLDC / PMSM Motor Control
The DSPIC30F6013A-30I/PT is purpose-built for three-phase BLDC and PMSM motor control. Its 30 MIPS throughput executes sensorless field-oriented control (FOC) loops with 20 kHz+ PWM frequencies, while the dedicated 8-channel motor-control PWM module with complementary outputs and dead-time insertion drives the inverter directly. The 16-channel 12-bit ADC samples phase currents at the PWM center for back-EMF and current-loop feedback, and the DSP engine handles Park/Clarke transforms and PI control in single-cycle MAC instructions.
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Switch-Mode Power Supply (SMPS) Digital Control
In digitally controlled SMPS designs, the DSPIC30F6013A-30I/PT implements PFC, full-bridge phase-shift, or hard-switched PWM control loops at frequencies up to several hundred kHz with the high-resolution PWM module. The DSP engine enables digital average current-mode control and predictive dead-time compensation, while the 12-bit ADC samples inductor current and output voltage. The 132 KB Flash comfortably hosts reference firmware plus application-specific tuning tables for telecom or server PSU designs.
Recommended
Industrial UPS and Inverter Systems
Uninterruptible power supplies and solar/grid-tie inverters require simultaneous DSP-based waveform generation and MCU-style housekeeping. The DSPIC30F6013A-30I/PT's dual CAN bus interfaces support MODBUS RTU and CANopen industrial networks, while the DSP engine generates pure sine PWM at 50/60 Hz with low THD. The 8 KB EEPROM stores calibration and runtime parameters non-volatilely - critical for solar inverter grid-tie compliance - and the -40C to +85C industrial temperature grade survives harsh cabinet environments.
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Automotive Body and Chassis Controllers
Body controllers (BCM), HVAC modules, and chassis subsystems use the DSPIC30F6013A-30I/PT for CAN/LIN gateway logic plus DSP-driven actuator control (stepper motors, brushless fans). The dual CAN modules handle chassis/body CAN buses simultaneously, and the dual UART/SPI/I2C peripherals interface to sensor clusters and display drivers. Note this part is NOT AEC-Q100 qualified - for under-hood AEC-Q100 applications, select the automotive-grade equivalent DSPIC30F6013A-30I/PT family automotive variants.
Recommended
Audio Effects and Signal Processing
The DSP engine executes real-time audio effects, FIR/IIR filters, FFT spectrum analysis, and active-noise-cancellation kernels with single-cycle MAC throughput. The 12-bit ADC captures audio at 44.1 kSPS per channel with multi-channel multiplexing for beam-forming microphone arrays. The 132 KB Flash holds algorithm lookup tables (window functions, filter coefficients), while the 4 KB SRAM buffers audio frames. Combined with dual I2S-capable SPI interfaces, it forms a compact digital audio processor for consumer amplifiers and hearing-aid development.
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PLC and Industrial Automation Controllers
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and PAC systems leverage the DSPIC30F6013A-30I/PT for PID loop closure on analog process variables (temperature, pressure, flow) at sub-millisecond intervals. The dual CAN interfaces support CANopen DS/CB4xx device profiles, while the UART channels drive RS-485 MODBUS masters. The DSP engine accelerates vibration analysis and predictive maintenance algorithms - critical for Industry 4.0 smart factory retrofits - and the 8 KB EEPROM stores calibration constants for IEC 61131-3 process logic.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | DSPIC30F6014A-30I/PT | DSPIC30F6012A-30I/PT | DSPIC30F6013A-20I/PT | DSPIC30F6011A-30I/PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 80-pin TQFP (12x12 mm) | 80-pin TQFP (12x12 mm) - same | 80-pin TQFP (12x12 mm) - same | 80-pin TQFP (12x12 mm) - same | 80-pin TQFP (12x12 mm) - same |
| CPU Throughput | 30 MIPS | 30 MIPS | 30 MIPS | 20 MIPS | 30 MIPS |
| Flash Memory | 132 KB | 144 KB | 76 KB | 132 KB | 44 KB |
| SRAM | 4 KB | 4 KB | 4 KB | 4 KB | 2 KB |
| Supply Voltage | 4.5 V to 5.5 V | 4.5 V to 5.5 V | 4.5 V to 5.5 V | 4.5 V to 5.5 V | 4.5 V to 5.5 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C |
| Drop-in Match | Reference | Yes - upgrade with more Flash | Yes - reduced memory | Yes - same memory, slower | Yes - reduced Flash and peripherals |
Key Differentiators
- Balanced Flash and DSP throughput (vs DSPIC30F6012A-30I/PT)
- Higher throughput than 20 MIPS variant (vs DSPIC30F6013A-20I/PT)
- Drop-in upgrade path available (vs DSPIC30F6014A-30I/PT)
- More memory and peripherals than 6011A (vs DSPIC30F6011A-30I/PT)
Design Notes
The DSPIC30F6013A-30I/PT requires a clean 5 V (4.5-5.5 V) supply for reliable ADC readings and PWM timing. Place a 10 uF bulk tantalum or ceramic capacitor at each VDD pin pair and a 100 nF ceramic decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of every VDD pin. Add a ferrite bead between the analog AVDD and digital VDD to isolate ADC noise from digital switching transients. Power-on reset (POR) timing requires VDD rise time under 50 ms - if a slow-rising supply is used, hold MCLR low until VDD stabilizes.
The 80-pin TQFP package has theta_JA of approximately 50 C/W on a 2-layer PCB with no thermal vias. At 30 MIPS full CPU load with all peripherals active, internal dissipation is typically 0.5-1 W - well within package ratings. For designs operating at the +85C upper limit, distribute multiple ground pads on the PCB to spread heat and consider minimum 1 oz copper pour on VDD/GND planes.
Route the crystal traces (OSC1/OSC2) symmetrically with a ground guard ring and keep them under 5 mm length. Avoid routing high-current PWM traces under the crystal or near analog inputs. Keep the ICSP clock/data pins (PGEC1/PGED1) accessible for in-circuit programming - do not place capacitors on these lines or programming will fail. The 0.5 mm lead pitch on the 12x12 mm TQFP requires ENIG or OSP surface finish for reliable soldering.
Do not exceed the 5.5 V absolute maximum on any I/O or supply pin - this will latch up the device. Always set configuration fuses (FOSC, FWDT, FPOR) explicitly in source code; do not rely on factory defaults. When migrating between dsPIC30F6012A/6013A/6014A family members, verify the memory map matches - the 6012A has a smaller Flash region and linker scripts must be updated. Brown-out reset must be enabled for reliable field deployment.
Maintain a continuous ground plane under the DSPIC30F6013A-30I/PT to minimize EMI and provide a low-impedance return path for high-speed signals. Place analog input traces away from PWM and digital switching traces - even 10 mm of separation plus a ground keep-out zone dramatically reduces ADC crosstalk. For motor-control designs, place the current-sense amplifiers within 20 mm of the ADC inputs to preserve signal integrity.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. Industrial temperature grade (-40C to +85C) but not AEC-Q100 qualified; for automotive applications select AEC-Q100-qualified dsPIC33 family. Halogen-free status not explicitly listed in verified sources.
