DSPIC33EP64MC504T-E/TL - 16-bit 60MIPS DSC, 64KB Flash | Microchip
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DSPIC33EP64MC504T-E/TL Overview
A digital signal controller combines the computational capability of a microcontroller with the mathematical throughput of a DSP. In the embedded system hierarchy, the dsPIC33EP sits within the broader class of 16-bit microcontrollers and digital signal processors, targeting real-time control loops where fast multiply-accumulate operations - such as field-oriented motor control or digital power conversion - must execute deterministically at microsecond intervals.
Key features of this part include a 60 MHz maximum clock frequency, dedicated motor-control PWM (MCPWM) peripherals, a quadrature encoder interface (QEI), a CAN module for automotive and industrial networking, three integrated operational amplifiers and four comparators that reduce external analog component count, and an extended temperature rating of -40C to +125C indicated by the E suffix.
The device is built on CMOS technology and operates from a single 3V to 3.6V supply (3.3V nominal). The 44-VTLA (6x6) package with exposed pad provides good thermal performance in space-constrained designs. Program memory is organized as 22K x 24 instruction words, which suits the 24-bit instruction architecture of the dsPIC33E DSP engine.
Typical applications include brushless DC and PMSM motor control for appliances and power tools, automotive body and powertrain auxiliary systems, digital power supplies, and industrial sensors requiring AEC-Q100-qualified silicon.
For design, remember that the /TL package is lead-free and supplied in tape-and-reel form; the exposed pad must be soldered to a grounded copper pour for optimal thermal and electrical performance.
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| Core Architecture | 16-bit dsPIC33EP DSC |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 60 MHz |
| Performance | 60 MIPS |
| Program Memory Size | 64 KB (22K x 24) Flash |
| RAM Size | 8 KB |
| Supply Voltage | 3 V to 3.6 V (3.3 V nominal) |
| Number of Pins | 44 |
| Package | 44-VTLA (6x6 mm) exposed pad |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (E grade) |
| Motor Control PWM | MCPWM |
| Quadrature Encoder Interface | Yes (QEI) |
| CAN | Yes |
| On-chip Op-Amps | 3 |
| On-chip Comparators | 4 |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Qualification | Automotive, AEC-Q100 |
| Packaging | Tape & Reel (T suffix) |
| RoHS Status | ROHS3 Compliant |
DSPIC33EP64MC504T-E/TL 44-vtla (6x6 mm) exposed pad Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for DSPIC33EP64MC504T-E/TL (44-vtla (6x6 mm) exposed pad 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 DSPIC33EP64MC504T-E/TL.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
DSPIC33EP64MC504T-E/TL is suitable for 6 applications: BLDC / PMSM Motor Control, Automotive Auxiliary Systems, Digital Power Supplies and Converters, Industrial Automation and Robotics, Power Tools and Appliances, Sensor and Signal-Conditioning Nodes.
BLDC / PMSM Motor Control
The DSPIC33EP64MC504T-E/TL is purpose-built for precision brushless DC and permanent-magnet synchronous motor control: its dedicated MCPWM module generates complementary PWM outputs with hardware dead-time, while the quadrature encoder interface reads position feedback directly. At 60 MIPS, the 16-bit DSP core executes field-oriented control (FOC) loops fast enough for low-inductance motors, and the three on-chip op-amps plus four comparators condition phase-current shunt signals without external amplifier ICs. Place the controller between gate drivers and the encoder, using the CAN module for higher-level network commands. The AEC-Q100 qualification and -40C to +125C rating further support appliance and automotive fan/pump applications.
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Automotive Auxiliary Systems
Automotive-grade silicon makes this DSC a strong fit for auxiliary automotive subsystems such as window lifters, HVAC blowers, fuel pumps, and throttle actuators. According to distributor listings, the DSPIC33EP64MC504T-E/TL is AEC-Q100 qualified and rated -40C to +125C, covering the under-hood-adjacent and cabin temperature ranges. The integrated CAN interface connects directly to vehicle networks, and the MCPWM/QEI peripherals drive brushless actuators with sensorless or sensored control. Running from a 3.3V rail behind an automotive-rated regulator, the device executes diagnostic routines and fault handling in the 64KB Flash. The 6x6 mm VTLA package saves board area in compact ECUs.
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Digital Power Supplies and Converters
High-resolution, high-speed PWM is equally valuable in digital power: the DSPIC33EP64MC504T-E/TL controls LLC, buck, boost, and PFC stages using its MCPWM module with fine duty-cycle resolution at 60 MIPS execution speed. The four on-chip comparators implement fast cycle-by-cycle current limiting without CPU latency, and the op-amps buffer voltage/current feedback signals for the internal ADC sampling path. Software-based compensators replace analog error amplifiers, allowing adaptive control laws and programmable soft-start. For telecom and industrial power boards, the CAN module enables digital telemetry, while the 6x6 mm exposed-pad package aids thermal dissipation near hot power stages.
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Industrial Automation and Robotics
In factory automation, the DSPIC33EP64MC504T-E/TL serves as a compact motion-control processor for servo drives, stepper indexers, and robotic joint controllers. Its 60 MIPS core runs PID and FOC algorithms deterministically, the QEI decodes incremental encoder feedback for closed-loop positioning, and the MCPWM module synthesizes the drive waveforms with hardware dead-time protection. The three op-amps and four comparators handle multi-axis current sensing on a single chip, cutting BOM cost in multi-motor boards. A 3V-to-3.6V supply simplifies integration with 3.3V logic, and extended -40C to +125C operation tolerates harsh cabinet environments near drives and power electronics.
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Power Tools and Appliances
Cordless power tools and premium appliances increasingly use sensorless brushless motors, a workload matched to the DSPIC33EP64MC504T-E/TL: 60 MIPS delivers fast back-EMF sampling and commutation math, the MCPWM module provides the complementary PWM outputs with dead-time for three-phase bridges, and the comparators implement overcurrent trip without software delay. The extended -40C to +125C E-grade rating withstands motor-adjacent heat, and the 44-VTLA (6x6) exposed-pad package keeps the controller compact on dense driver boards. The 64KB Flash stores commutation tables plus user profiles, while integrated analog reduces component count for high-volume, cost-sensitive consumer designs.
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Sensor and Signal-Conditioning Nodes
The integrated analog subsystem - three operational amplifiers and four comparators - lets the DSPIC33EP64MC504T-E/TL act as a complete sensor node: amplify Wheatstone-bridge or shunt signals on-chip, compare against thresholds in hardware, and process results with the 16-bit DSP engine at 60 MIPS. This suits industrial condition-monitoring nodes, pressure/flow transmitters, and automotive sensor hubs where AEC-Q100 qualification is preferred. The 3.3V supply matches standard analog front-end rails, and the 6x6 mm VTLA package fits compact probe housings. The CAN interface streams processed data onto industrial or vehicle networks without an external transceiver-controller chain.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | DSPIC33EP64MC504-E/TL | DSPIC33EP64MC503-E/TL | DSPIC33EP64GP504T-E/TL | DSPIC33EP64MC204T-E/TL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 44-VTLA (6x6) exposed pad | 44-VTLA (6x6) - same | 44-VTLA (6x6) - same | 44-VTLA (6x6) - same | 44-VTLA (6x6) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Core Performance | 16-bit, 60 MIPS | 16-bit, 60 MIPS | 16-bit, 60 MIPS | 16-bit, 60 MIPS | 16-bit, 60 MIPS |
| Flash Memory | 64 KB (22K x 24) | 64 KB (22K x 24) | 64 KB (22K x 24) | 64 KB (22K x 24) | 64 KB (22K x 24) |
| Motor-Control PWM (MCPWM) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No (GP peripheral set) | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (E) | -40C to +125C (E) | -40C to +125C (E) | -40C to +125C (E) | -40C to +125C (E) |
Key Differentiators
- Extended automotive temperature grade with tape-and-reel (vs DSPIC33EP64MC504T-I/TL)
- Full motor-control analog set (3 op-amps, 4 comparators) (vs DSPIC33EP64MC503-E/TL)
- Motor-control peripheral focus (MCPWM + QEI) (vs DSPIC33EP64GP504T-E/TL)
Design Notes
The 44-VTLA (6x6) package has an exposed pad on the underside that is electrically and thermally significant. Solder it to a grounded copper pour with an array of thermal vias (typically 5x5 via grid) to achieve the lowest thermal resistance and best supply-noise performance. Skipping the exposed-pad connection is a common cause of intermittent ground faults and elevated junction temperatures in motor-drive layouts. Estimated: a well-designed via array can keep junction temperature rise below 40C at moderate dissipation, per standard exposed-pad practice.
Supply the device from a regulated 3.3V rail within the specified 3V to 3.6V window (per mcu-supplier.com verified data). In motor-drive designs, place a local decoupling network - bulk capacitor plus 0.1uF ceramic at each VDD pin - close to the package, and keep the analog supply for the op-amps/comparators clean via an RC or ferrite filter from the digital rail. PWM switching noise on shared supplies can corrupt ADC and comparator readings used for current feedback.
Do not confuse package variants when sourcing: /TL is 44-VTLA 6x6, /ML is 44-QFN 8x8, and /PT is 44-TQFP 10x10 - they share silicon but not land patterns. Also confirm peripheral pin assignments against the datasheet Peripheral Pin Select tables before layout, since dsPIC33EP pins are heavily multiplexed among MCPWM, QEI, CAN, and analog functions. The T suffix denotes tape-and-reel only and does not change electrical behavior.
Compliance Information
ROHS3 Compliant per mcu-supplier.com verified data; listed as Automotive, AEC-Q100 by distributor listings (globalspec, DigiKey). REACH, halogen-free, and conflict-minerals status not stated in provided data.
