DSPIC33CH64MP505-E/PT - Dual-Core 16-Bit DSC, 64KB Flash | Microchip
MPN: DSPIC33CH64MP505-E/PT ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2.91 | $2.91 |
| 10 | $2.62 | $26.20 |
| 100 | $2.35 | $235.00 |
| 500 | $2.12 | $1,060.00 |
| 1,000 | $1.96 | $1,960.00 |
DSPIC33CH64MP505-E/PT Overview
A Digital Signal Controller combines the computational throughput of a digital signal processor with the peripheral integration and control peripherals of a microcontroller. In the broader embedded hierarchy, the dsPIC33CH sits within the 16-bit DSC family: DSC to microcontroller to embedded processor. Unlike single-core MCUs, dual-core DSCs let system developers partition time-critical control loops and communication stacks onto separate silicon cores, improving determinism in high-end embedded control applications.
Key features of this part include the asymmetric dual-core architecture in which the primary core is designed as the master (running user interface, communication, and system management) while the secondary core is optimized as a slave for high-speed digital signal processing and control loops. Per Mouser, the device integrates CAN with Flexible Data rate (CAN FD), High-Resolution PWM, and the DSP engine of the dsPIC33 line, in a 48-pin TQFP footprint. DigiKey additionally lists the family as Functional Safety (FuSa) supported, and the -E suffix denotes extended temperature operation for demanding environments.
Technical depth: the dsPIC33CH performs single-cycle MAC and DSP instructions with hardware divide support, and its secondary core can be re-programmed independently, which simplifies field updates and firmware partitioning. Internal PRAM allows fast sharing of data between the two cores. The high-resolution PWM outputs target digital power conversion topologies such as LLC, totem-pole PFC, and multiphase buck converters where sub-nanosecond PWM resolution improves efficiency and transient response.
Typical applications include digital power supplies and server PSU control, automotive and industrial motor control (PMSM, BLDC, FOC), CAN FD networking nodes, and wireless charging or high-intensity LED drivers. The CAN FD peripheral plus extended temperature rating make it particularly suited to automotive body, powertrain-adjacent, and industrial automation nodes.
Design consideration: budget the two cores carefully - assign hard-real-time PWM/ADC loops to the 200 MHz secondary core and keep communication stacks on the primary core; inter-core communication through PRAM introduces latency that should be measured, not assumed. Also verify that the 7x7 mm TQFP thermal footprint meets your dissipation needs at full clock rates.
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DSPIC33CH64MP505-E/PT Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | 16-bit dual-core dsPIC33CH DSC (master + slave core) |
| Maximum Core Speed (Primary) | 180 MHz |
| Maximum Core Speed (Secondary) | 200 MHz |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 64 KB (Mouser listing; DigiKey lists 88KB x 8 FLASH including PRAM) |
| Communication Interfaces | CAN FD, UART, SPI, I2C (family peripherals) |
| PWM | High-Resolution PWM (family feature) |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (E = extended grade) |
| Qualification | Automotive, AEC-Q100 qualified |
| Functional Safety | FuSa supported (per DigiKey listing) |
| Package | 48-TQFP (7x7 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Pin Count | 48 |
| Lifecycle Status | Active |
DSPIC33CH64MP505-E/PT 48-tqfp (7x7 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for DSPIC33CH64MP505-E/PT (48-tqfp (7x7 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 DSPIC33CH64MP505-E/PT.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
DSPIC33CH64MP505-E/PT is suitable for 6 applications: Digital Power Conversion, Automotive Motor Control, CAN FD Industrial Networking Nodes, Wireless Charging Systems, High-Intensity LED Lighting, Battery Management Systems.
Digital Power Conversion
The DSPIC33CH64MP505-E/PT is purpose-built for digital power supplies such as LLC resonant converters, totem-pole PFC stages, and multiphase buck regulators. Its High-Resolution PWM provides the fine duty-cycle and phase-delay granularity needed to push switching frequencies into the hundreds of kilohertz while maintaining tight output regulation and high efficiency. Placing the control loop on the 200 MHz secondary core isolates hard-real-time PWM and ADC sampling from the primary core's housekeeping and CAN FD communication, eliminating jitter-inducing interrupts. Typical designs pair the DSC with gate drivers and use the extended -40C to +125C rating for enclosed PSU environments.
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Automotive Motor Control
For PMSM and BLDC motors using field-oriented control, the DSPIC33CH64MP505-E/PT offers an asymmetric dual-core architecture in which the 200 MHz slave core executes the FOC current loop while the 180 MHz master core handles speed ramps, fault management, and diagnostics. AEC-Q100 qualification and the -E extended temperature grade (-40C to +125C) per DigiKey data make it suitable for automotive pumps, fans, and actuators. The High-Resolution PWM enables dead-time insertion fine enough to reduce switching losses in MOSFET bridges, directly improving drive efficiency and thermal margin in sealed enclosures with limited cooling.
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CAN FD Industrial Networking Nodes
With integrated CAN Flexible Data (CAN FD) per the manufacturer datasheet, the DSPIC33CH64MP505-E/PT serves as an intelligent industrial node that both runs local control and bridges data onto modern CAN FD buses with 64-byte payloads. The dual-core split is valuable here: the master core manages the CAN FD stack, protocol handling, and diagnostics, while the slave core performs deterministic sensor sampling or actuator control without being preempted by communication traffic. FuSa support listed by DigiKey assists functional-safety-oriented industrial designs, and the extended temperature range covers cabinet-less installations on factory floors.
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Wireless Charging Systems
Wireless power transfer transmitters and receivers require precise phase control of resonant half-bridges plus fast fault detection for foreign-object and over-temperature events. The High-Resolution PWM of the DSPIC33CH64MP505-E/PT delivers the phase-shift and frequency resolution needed to regulate power transfer across coupling variations, while the 200 MHz secondary core executes the control law and safety checks deterministically. The primary core manages communication with the mobile device or vehicle-side controller. Its CAN FD interface supports automotive wireless charging (WPT) systems per SAE J2954-style architectures where CAN connectivity is standard.
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High-Intensity LED Lighting
Automotive and industrial LED luminaires benefit from the DSPIC33CH64MP505-E/PT's High-Resolution PWM, which achieves the dimming resolution and flicker-free behavior demanded by adaptive headlamps and machine-vision lighting. Operating the constant-current control loop on the 200 MHz slave core gives deterministic current regulation, while the master core sequences channels and reports status over CAN FD in vehicle networks. The AEC-Q100 qualification and -40C to +125C extended rating, per DigiKey and Veswin listings, allow placement in under-hood or high-bay environments where standard industrial MCUs would exceed their thermal limits.
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Battery Management Systems
Battery management and monitoring units require synchronized multi-channel ADC sampling, cell balancing control, and robust communication. The DSPIC33CH64MP505-E/PT partitions these naturally: the slave core runs the balanced-cell measurement and balancing loops at fixed rate, while the master core implements CAN FD reporting to the vehicle or inverter controller and executes state-of-charge algorithms. AEC-Q100 qualification and FuSa support per DigiKey data align with automotive BMS development requirements, and the extended -40C to +125C operating range matches pack-mounted electronics exposure in both EVs and industrial energy-storage systems.
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Engineering reference data for DSPIC33CH64MP505-E/PT — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | DSPIC33CH128MP505-E/PT | DSPIC33CH256MP505-E/PT | DSPIC33CH512MP505T-I/PT | DSPIC33CH64MP505-I/PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 48-TQFP (7x7 mm) | 48-TQFP (7x7 mm) - same | 48-TQFP (7x7 mm) - same | 48-TQFP (7x7 mm) - same | 48-TQFP (7x7 mm) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Program Flash | 64 KB | 128 KB | 256 KB | 512 KB | 64 KB |
| Core Speed (Primary/Secondary) | 180 MHz / 200 MHz | 180 MHz / 200 MHz | 180 MHz / 200 MHz | 180 MHz / 200 MHz | 180 MHz / 200 MHz |
| CAN FD | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (E grade) | -40C to +125C (E grade) | -40C to +125C (E grade) | -40C to +85C (I grade) | -40C to +85C (I grade) |
Key Differentiators
- Extended -40C to +125C AEC-Q100 temperature grade (vs DSPIC33CH64MP505-I/PT)
- Lowest-cost entry into 48-pin dsPIC33CH MP505 family (vs DSPIC33CH128MP505-E/PT)
- Dual-core 180/200 MHz architecture with independent slave-core programming (vs DSPIC33CH128MP505-E/PT)
Design Notes
Partition firmware deliberately across the two cores: reserve the 200 MHz secondary core for the hard-real-time PWM/ADC control loop and keep communication stacks (CAN FD, UART) on the 180 MHz primary core. Inter-core messaging via PRAM introduces latency that must be measured in-system; do not assume zero-cost sharing. Also remember the -E grade is required for ambient above +85C - the pin-compatible -I versions must not be substituted in automotive or high-temperature designs.
For the 48-TQFP (7x7 mm) footprint, provide a solid ground plane under the device and place 0.1 uF ceramic decoupling capacitors at each VDD pin within 2-3 mm of the pad, plus bulk 4.7-10 uF per the family datasheet power recommendations. Route the CAN FD differential pair with controlled 120 ohm impedance and keep it away from PWM outputs to avoid coupling switching noise onto the bus. Estimated: at full 200 MHz core operation the device is well within the TQFP thermal capability, but verify with your own thermal calculation using datasheet theta-JA.
Estimated: budget core and I/O current per the family datasheet electrical characteristics at your target clock frequencies before finalizing the 3.3 V rail; dsPIC33CH devices at full dual-core speed draw meaningfully more than at idle. Sequence the 3.3 V supply cleanly - the dsPIC33CH family provides brown-out and power-on-reset supervision, but a slow-rising supply with heavy capacitive load can extend reset time; verify POR timing on your board. [DATA_NEEDED: exact VDD range] should be confirmed in the manufacturer datasheet before board design.
Compliance Information
AEC-Q100 automotive qualification and Functional Safety (FuSa) support confirmed via DigiKey and Veswin product listings. RoHS/REACH/lead-free status not stated in the provided web data - verify on the Microchip product page.