DSPIC33EP64GP504T-E/TL - 16-bit 60 MIPS DSC | Microchip Technology
MPN: DSPIC33EP64GP504T-E/TL ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $5.3 | $5.30 |
| 10 | $4.75 | $47.50 |
| 100 | $4.2 | $420.00 |
| 500 | $3.85 | $1,925.00 |
| 1,000 | $3.5 | $3,500.00 |
DSPIC33EP64GP504T-E/TL Overview
A Digital Signal Controller combines the deterministic control of a microcontroller with the math throughput of a DSP. Within the power-management hierarchy of embedded systems, the dsPIC33E family sits between general-purpose MCUs and dedicated DSPs: its 16-bit modified Harvard architecture executes single-cycle MAC and DSP instructions, making it a voltage-regulator-like workhorse for motor control loops, digital power conversion, and sensor fusion where C code plus signal processing must coexist in one chip.
Key features include the 60 MIPS dsPIC33E core with DSP engine, 64KB self-programming FLASH, 8KB SRAM, and a rich connectivity set: CAN bus, I2C, SPI, UART/USART, LIN bus, and IrDA. The analog subsystem provides high-performance ADC resources, comparators, op amps, the Charge Time Measurement Unit (CTMU), and the Peripheral Trigger Generator (PTG) for autonomous peripheral sequencing - reducing CPU overhead in closed-loop control.
Architecturally, the dsPIC33EP core uses a 24-bit instruction word with double-word data fetch, enabling efficient MAC and DSP-style math. Two-word FLASH organization (22K x 24) simplifies code density estimates. The 44-VTLA exposed-pad package provides a low-inductance ground path suited to switching-heavy motor-control layouts.
Typical applications include automotive body and powertrain auxiliaries (leveraging AEC-Q100 qualification), brushless DC and PMSM motor control, industrial sensing nodes, and digital power supplies where CAN connectivity and fast ADC sampling are mandatory.
Design consideration: supply the device from a regulated 3.0V to 3.6V rail and decouple the VDD/VDDCORE pins per the Microchip datasheet layout guidance; the exposed pad must be soldered to a grounded copper pour for thermal and signal-integrity performance.
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| Core | dsPIC33EP 16-bit DSC core |
| Performance | 60 MIPS (60 MHz clock speed) |
| Program Memory | 64KB (22K x 24) FLASH |
| Data Bus Width | 16-bit |
| Supply Voltage | 3 V to 3.6 V |
| I/O Ports | 51 |
| Communication Interfaces | CAN, I2C, SPI, UART/USART, LIN, IrDA |
| Timers | General purpose timers (part of 27-timer family resource set) |
| Analog Features | ADC, op amps, comparators, CTMU, PTG |
| Qualification | Automotive AEC-Q100 |
| Package | 44-VTLA (6x6 mm), exposed pad, 0.90 mm height |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (E grade, extended) |
| Packaging | Tape and Reel (T/R) |
| Lifecycle Stage | ACTIVE |
| Series | dsPIC33EP 64GP (General Purpose) |
| Family Program Memory Range | Up to 512 KB FLASH and 52 KB SRAM (family) |
DSPIC33EP64GP504T-E/TL 44-vtla (6x6 mm), exposed pad, 0.90 mm height Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for DSPIC33EP64GP504T-E/TL (44-vtla (6x6 mm), exposed pad, 0.90 mm height 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 DSPIC33EP64GP504T-E/TL.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
DSPIC33EP64GP504T-E/TL is suitable for 6 applications: Automotive Body Control Modules, Brushless DC and PMSM Motor Control, Digital Power Conversion (SMPS and Chargers), Industrial Sensor Nodes with CAN, Battery Management and Portable Instrumentation, Home Appliance Control Boards.
Automotive Body Control Modules
The DSPIC33EP64GP504T-E/TL carries automotive AEC-Q100 qualification and the extended -40C to +125C E temperature grade, which are baseline requirements for automotive body electronics such as lighting control, window lifts, and comfort functions. Its CAN interface integrates directly with in-vehicle networks, while LIN and UART cover lower-cost sub-nodes. The 51 available I/O lines drive relays, LEDs, and switches without external port expanders, and the CTMU supports capacitive touch or precise timing measurements for user interfaces. Used as the main controller with a 3.3V supply and 0.1uF decoupling per VDD pin, the device executes closed-loop timing tasks at 60 MIPS while the Peripheral Trigger Generator sequences ADC sampling autonomously, keeping CPU load low in multitasking vehicle environments.
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Brushless DC and PMSM Motor Control
Digital motor control is a core dsPIC33EP use case: the 60 MIPS core with DSP (MAC) instructions executes field-oriented control loops fast enough for tens-of-kHz PWM frequencies. The 44-VTLA exposed-pad package provides a low-inductance ground return that improves signal integrity when switching power stages share the PCB, and the exposed pad should be soldered to a ground pour for thermal relief. High-resolution PWM outputs drive a three-phase inverter through gate drivers, while the ADC samples phase currents in synchronization with PWM events triggered by the Peripheral Trigger Generator - eliminating software-trigger jitter. Comparators support hardware overcurrent trip without CPU intervention. A 3.0V to 3.6V supply keeps the digital core within specification while analog front-ends condition shunt or in-line current sensing into the ADC input range.
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Digital Power Conversion (SMPS and Chargers)
Switch-mode power supplies and battery chargers benefit from the dsPIC33EP combination of fast control loops and rich analog integration. The device samples output voltage and current with the ADC at PWM-synchronized intervals, executes compensator math using DSP instructions, and updates PWM duty cycle within one control period at 60 MIPS. Internal comparators provide cycle-by-cycle current limiting, and the op amps can amplify shunt signals before the ADC, reducing external component count. The CTMU assists in precise time measurement for phase-shift topologies. In a typical 3.3V-controlled buck or LLC converter, the controller supervises soft-start, fault handling, and CAN or UART reporting of telemetry to a system host - functions that discrete analog controllers cannot offer without additional MCUs.
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Industrial Sensor Nodes with CAN
Factory sensor nodes require robust fieldbus connectivity, analog measurement accuracy, and long-term availability - all provided by this device. The CAN interface connects the node to PLC-level networks, while the multi-channel ADC digitizes transducer signals; the internal op amps condition low-level sensor outputs such as bridge or thermocouple front ends, and the CTMU can measure capacitive or resistive changes directly. The extended temperature E grade tolerates hot electrical cabinets. With 64KB FLASH there is room for protocol stacks plus calibration code, and self-programming FLASH enables field firmware updates over CAN. Operating from a regulated 3.3V industrial rail with 0.1uF local decoupling and the exposed pad tied to a solid ground plane keeps ADC noise low even alongside switching actuators.
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Battery Management and Portable Instrumentation
Battery-powered instruments exploit the device's compact 6x6 mm 44-VTLA footprint and 3.0V-to-3.6V single-supply operation. The ADC, op amps, and comparators cover cell-voltage monitoring, current shunt amplification, and overcurrent protection with minimal external circuitry. UART and I2C interface to fuel gauges, displays, and host processors, while the CTMU enables touch or proximity sensing for user panels. The Peripheral Trigger Generator offloads periodic sampling from the CPU, reducing wake-up overhead in duty-cycled systems. Firmware for state-of-charge estimation uses the DSP MAC instructions for efficient filter math. Layout practice: keep the exposed pad connected to ground for both thermal dissipation and a low-noise analog reference return, and decouple analog supply pins separately from digital VDD.
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Home Appliance Control Boards
Appliance controllers - dishwashers, air conditioners, cooktops - need motor control, user-interface sensing, and communication in one low-cost controller. The DSPIC33EP64GP504T-E/TL drives compressor or fan BLDC motors via high-resolution PWM, reads capacitive touch keys using the CTMU, and reports status over UART or LIN to displays and Wi-Fi modules. The 51 I/O lines cover relays, valves, and indicators directly, and the extended E temperature grade tolerates hot compartments near motors or heating elements. With 64KB FLASH there is headroom for fault diagnostics and OTA-updatable firmware via self-programming. The 60 MIPS core runs sensorless motor algorithms and UI logic concurrently with interrupts reserved for zero-cross and overcurrent events, all within a 6x6 mm QFN that fits compact control PCBs.
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Engineering reference data for DSPIC33EP64GP504T-E/TL — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | DSPIC33EP64GP504T-I/TL | DSPIC33EP64GP504-I/TL | DSPIC33EP64GP503T-I/TL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 44-VTLA (6x6 mm), exposed pad | 44-VTLA (6x6 mm) - same | 44-VTLA (6x6 mm) - same | 44-VTLA (6x6 mm) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Core Performance | 60 MIPS 16-bit dsPIC33EP | 60 MIPS | 60 MIPS | 60 MIPS |
| FLASH Memory | 64KB (22K x 24) | 64KB | 64KB | 64KB |
| Supply Voltage | 3 V to 3.6 V | 3 V to 3.6 V | 3 V to 3.6 V | 3 V to 3.6 V |
| CAN Interface | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Temperature Grade | Extended (E), AEC-Q100 automotive | Industrial (I) | Industrial (I) | Industrial (I) |
| Packaging Format | Tape and Reel (T suffix) | Tape and Reel | Tube/Tray (non-T) | Tape and Reel |
Key Differentiators
- AEC-Q100 automotive qualification with extended temperature range (vs DSPIC33EP64GP504T-I/TL)
- Full peripheral set including CAN (vs DSPIC33EP64GP503T-I/TL)
- Exposed-pad VTLA package for thermal and EMC headroom (vs DSPIC33EP64GP504-I/PT)
Design Notes
The 44-VTLA exposed pad must be soldered to a grounded copper pour - it is the primary ground return and thermal path for the die. Use a 4x4 via array (0.3 mm vias) under the pad connecting to the internal ground plane. Route VDDCORE with its required external capacitor as close to the pin as possible; omitting or delaying the VDDCORE capacitor is a common cause of failure to start. Follow the Microchip datasheet layout example for the 44-pin VTLA footprint.
Supply the device from a regulated 3.0V to 3.6V source. Each VDD pin needs a 0.1uF ceramic within 2-3 mm of the pin; add a 4.7uF to 10uF bulk capacitor per supply rail. Estimated: at 60 MIPS the core current is in the tens-of-mA range per Microchip family data, so an LDO with at least 100 mA output covers the MCU plus a small CAN transceiver. Ensure brown-out is enabled in configuration bits so the core never executes below the minimum operating voltage.
When the device drives PWM into motor or power stages, keep the PWM traces short and away from ADC input lines; the ADC synchronized sampling via the Peripheral Trigger Generator is precise, but switching noise coupled into analog inputs degrades readings. Use the internal op amps for shunt amplification with Kelvin-connected shunt sense traces. Route the CAN bus through a proper transceiver (e.g., MCP2551/MCP2562) with a split termination (60R-60R with a capacitor to ground) to improve EMC performance.
Compliance Information
Distributor data (datasheets.com, Hotenda) identifies this MPN as automotive AEC-Q100 qualified. RoHS/lead-free status per Microchip standard package finishing; formal REACH and halogen documentation should be pulled from Microchip's environmental portal.
