PIC24EP128MC204T-E/PT - 16-bit 60MIPs Motor Control MCU | Microchip
MPN: PIC24EP128MC204T-E/PT ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $6.83 | $6.83 |
| 10 | $6.14 | $61.40 |
| 100 | $5.46 | $546.00 |
| 500 | $4.91 | $2,455.00 |
| 1,000 | $4.37 | $4,370.00 |
PIC24EP128MC204T-E/PT Overview
A 16-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a microcontroller built on a 16-bit data-path architecture, offering higher arithmetic precision and richer peripheral integration than 8-bit MCUs while remaining simpler than 32-bit parts. Within the broader taxonomy, the PIC24EP belongs to the dsPIC/PIC24E family, sitting between 8-bit PIC18 and 32-bit PIC32 parts. It is engineered specifically for motor control, sensor processing, and power-conversion loops where deterministic interrupt latency and dedicated PWM/QEI peripherals are essential.
Key features include 60 MIPS CPU performance, hardware motor-control peripherals (6 PWM outputs, 2 QEI modules), 12-bit ADC at 500 ksps, advanced PWM with 7.14 ns resolution, and a wide operating temperature range of -40C to +125C (E temp grade). Connectivity includes I2C, SPI, UART/USART, IrDA, and LINbus, while dedicated QEI and motor-control PWM blocks make it purpose-built for closed-loop FOC, BLDC, and PMSM drives.
The architecture combines a modified Harvard RISC core with DSP-class instructions, dual-cycle hardware multiplier, and zero-overhead looping. The integrated 12-bit ADC and dedicated PWM with fault inputs enable single-chip FOC field-oriented control of three-phase motors, eliminating external DSP parts and shrinking BOM cost.
Typical applications include field-oriented control (FOC) of BLDC and PMSM motors, industrial servo drives, drone ESC controllers, e-bike traction inverters, and appliance motor control. The QEI (Quadrature Encoder Interface) directly accepts incremental encoder inputs, while the high-resolution PWM generates complementary 3-phase switching waveforms with dead-band control.
Designers should verify the AEC-Q100 qualification of this E-temp variant and pair it with Microchip's MPLAB X IDE and dsPIC/PIC24 toolchain. The 44-TQFP (10x10) footprint provides generous I/O for external gate drivers, current sense amplifiers, and isolation barriers typical of motor-drive stages.
This page consolidates distributor pricing, AEC-Q100 cross-references, and drop-in alternatives in the same TQFP-44 footprint, providing actionable selection data not duplicated on the Microchip product page.
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View Datasheet →PIC24EP128MC204T-E/PT Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core | PIC 16-bit RISC |
| Series | PIC24EP |
| Program Memory Size | 128 KB (43K x 24) Flash |
| RAM Size | 8 KB |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 60 MIPS (70 MIPS peak) |
| Operating Supply Voltage | 3.0 V to 3.6 V (3.3 V typical) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +125C (E temp grade) |
| Package / Case | 44-TQFP (10x10 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Connectivity | I2C, IrDA, LINbus, SPI, UART/USART |
| Motor Control Peripherals | 6 PWM channels, 2 QEI modules |
| ADC | 12-bit, 500 ksps |
| PWM Resolution | 7.14 ns (high-resolution mode) |
| AEC-Q100 Qualified | Yes (automotive grade) |
| I/O Count | 35 (typical for 44-TQFP variant) |
| Data Converters | A/D 12-bit |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC24EP128MC204T-E/PT Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | SDA1/RG3 — I2C1 SDA / Port G bit 3 |
| Pin 2 | RP15/RB7 — Remappable I/O / Port B bit 7 |
| Pin 3 | RP14/RB6 — Remappable I/O / Port B bit 6 |
| Pin 4 | RP13/RB5 — Remappable I/O / Port B bit 5 |
| Pin 5 | RP12/RB4 — Remappable I/O / Port B bit 4 |
| Pin 6 | RP11/RB3 — Remappable I/O / Port B bit 3 |
| Pin 7 | RP10/RB2 — Remappable I/O / Port B bit 2 |
| Pin 8 | RP9/RB1 — Remappable I/O / Port B bit 1 |
| Pin 9 | RP8/RB0 — Remappable I/O / Port B bit 0 |
| Pin 10 | RP7/RB15 — Remappable I/O / Port B bit 15 |
| Pin 11 | RP6/RB14 — Remappable I/O / Port B bit 14 |
| Pin 12 | RP5/RB13 — Remappable I/O / Port B bit 13 |
| Pin 13 | RP4/RB12 — Remappable I/O / Port B bit 12 |
| Pin 14 | AVDD — Analog supply voltage |
| Pin 15 | AVSS — Analog ground |
| Pin 16 | RP3/RB11 — Remappable I/O / Port B bit 11 |
| Pin 17 | RP2/RB10 — Remappable I/O / Port B bit 10 |
| Pin 18 | TMS/RA0 — JTAG TMS / Port A bit 0 |
| Pin 19 | TCK/RA1 — JTAG TCK / Port A bit 1 |
| Pin 20 | TDI/RA2 — JTAG TDI / Port A bit 2 |
| Pin 21 | TDO/RA3 — JTAG TDO / Port A bit 3 |
| Pin 22 | RA4 — Port A bit 4 |
| Pin 23 | RA5 — Port A bit 5 |
| Pin 24 | RA6 — Port A bit 6 |
| Pin 25 | RA7 — Port A bit 7 |
| Pin 26 | RC1 — Port C bit 1 |
| Pin 27 | RC2 — Port C bit 2 |
| Pin 28 | RC3 — Port C bit 3 |
| Pin 29 | RC4 — Port C bit 4 |
| Pin 30 | OSC1/RC12 — Crystal oscillator input / Port C bit 12 |
| Pin 31 | OSC2/RC13 — Crystal oscillator output / Port C bit 13 |
| Pin 32 | RC14 — Port C bit 14 |
| Pin 33 | RC15 — Port C bit 15 |
| Pin 34 | VSS — Digital ground |
| Pin 35 | VDD — Digital supply voltage |
| Pin 36 | RP16/RF3 — Remappable I/O / Port F bit 3 |
| Pin 37 | RP30/RF2 — Remappable I/O / Port F bit 2 |
| Pin 38 | RP29/RF8 — Remappable I/O / Port F bit 8 |
| Pin 39 | RP28/RF7 — Remappable I/O / Port F bit 7 |
| Pin 40 | RP27/RF6 — Remappable I/O / Port F bit 6 |
| Pin 41 | RP26/RF5 — Remappable I/O / Port F bit 5 |
| Pin 42 | RP25/RF4 — Remappable I/O / Port F bit 4 |
| Pin 43 | MCLR — Master clear / reset (active low) |
| Pin 44 | PGEC1/AN0 — ICSP clock / Analog input AN0 |
Typical Applications
PIC24EP128MC204T-E/PT is suitable for 6 applications: BLDC / PMSM Motor Control (FOC), Industrial Servo Drives, Drone ESC (Electronic Speed Controller), E-Bike Traction Inverter, Appliance Motor Control (HVAC, Pumps), Power Tools (Brushless Cordless).
BLDC / PMSM Motor Control (FOC)
The PIC24EP128MC204T-E/PT is purpose-built for field-oriented control of three-phase BLDC and PMSM motors. Its 6 PWM outputs with 7.14 ns resolution generate complementary switching waveforms with programmable dead-band, while the 12-bit 500 ksps ADC samples phase currents synchronously to the PWM. The 2 QEI modules accept incremental encoder A/B/index signals directly. At 60 MIPS the core executes Park/Clarke transforms and PI loops within a single PWM period, enabling sensorless and sensored FOC on a single chip without external DSP.
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Industrial Servo Drives
The PIC24EP128MC204T-E/PT drives industrial servo amplifiers in the 50W to 1kW range with deterministic interrupt latency for torque-loop closure. Its 60 MIPS core handles PID loops, profile generation, and EtherCAT/CANopen command parsing. The 128 KB Flash accommodates position-profile tables and fault-logging firmware. Hardware QEI decoders accept 5 Mline/sec encoder inputs, and the 12-bit ADC synchronizes current sensing to PWM edges, delivering sub-1 kHz torque-loop bandwidth typical of mid-range servos.
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Drone ESC (Electronic Speed Controller)
The PIC24EP128MC204T-E/PT fits inside a 4-in-1 brushless ESC for multirotor drones, where its 60 MIPS DSP capability executes 32 kHz FOC and sinusoidal commutation. Its 6 PWM outputs control a 3-phase FET bridge per motor, while the 12-bit ADC reads back-link current for dynamic motor protection. The automotive E temperature grade tolerates the high-ambient under-hood thermal environment. UART/USART interfaces accept DShot and OneShot ESC protocols from flight controllers.
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E-Bike Traction Inverter
The PIC24EP128MC204T-E/PT forms the control core of a 250W to 750W e-bike traction inverter, executing FOC of the mid-drive motor from torque and cadence sensors. Its LINbus / UART interface connects to the e-bike display and battery management system. AEC-Q100 qualification handles outdoor thermal cycling and vibration. The 128 KB Flash holds FOC parameter sets, assist-level lookup tables, and diagnostic logs, while the 12-bit ADC monitors battery current for thermal protection.
Recommended
Appliance Motor Control (HVAC, Pumps)
The PIC24EP128MC204T-E/PT drives HVAC blower motors, dishwasher circulation pumps, and washing-machine direct-drive BLDC motors. Its 6 PWM outputs, 12-bit ADC, and 60 MIPS core execute single-shunt sensorless FOC, eliminating Hall sensors. The E temperature grade and AEC-Q100 qualification provide extended reliability demanded by white-goods OEMs. UART/USART interfaces connect to appliance main boards for fault reporting and variable-speed setpoint commands.
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Power Tools (Brushless Cordless)
The PIC24EP128MC204T-E/PT fits cordless brushless drills, impact drivers, and lawn tools. Its hardware QEI accepts sensor input, while sensorless operation is supported via BEMF ADC sampling. The 60 MIPS core runs peak-current control and thermal-foldback algorithms. The 3.3 V core voltage and automotive-grade qualification tolerate the high-vibration, high-dV/dt environment of brushed-DC tool batteries and FET switching.
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Engineering reference data for PIC24EP128MC204T-E/PT — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC24EP128MC204T-I/PT | PIC24EP128MC204-H/PT | PIC24EP128MC204-E/PT | PIC24EP128MC204-E/MV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 44-TQFP (10x10) | 44-TQFP (10x10) - same | 44-TQFP (10x10) - same | 44-TQFP (10x10) - same | 44-TQFP (10x10) - same die |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Core | PIC 16-bit 60 MIPS | PIC 16-bit 60 MIPS | PIC 16-bit 60 MIPS | dsPIC33 16-bit 60 MIPS DSP | |
| Flash Memory | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | |
| RAM | 8 KB | 8 KB | 8 KB | 8 KB | |
| Temperature Range | -40C to +125C (E grade) | -40C to +85C (I grade) | H grade variant | -40C to +125C (E grade) | |
| PWM Channels | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Key Differentiators
- AEC-Q100 automotive-grade qualification in 44-TQFP (vs PIC24EP128MC204T-I/PT)
- Hardware QEI and high-resolution PWM dedicated to motor control (vs PIC24FJ64GA104-I/PT)
- DSP-enhanced migration path on identical footprint (vs dsPIC33EP128MC204-I/PT)
Design Notes
The PIC24EP128MC204T-E/PT requires a 3.0 V to 3.6 V supply on VDD with AVSS/VSS tied to a single low-impedance ground plane. Place 100 nF decoupling capacitors close to each VDD/AVDD pin, plus a bulk 10 uF tantalum or ceramic capacitor. Use an LDO such as MCP1755 to derive the 3.3 V analog/digital rail from a 5 V or 12 V system bus.
Route the crystal traces (OSC1/OSC2) short and symmetric, with a guard ground pour to minimize EMI pickup. Place the ADC analog inputs (AN0..ANx) away from the PWM switching traces; the 12-bit ADC's 500 ksps rate is sensitive to digital switching noise. Use a separate AVSS analog ground island tied to VSS at a single point (star-ground) under the MCU.
Ensure the MCLR pin has a 10 kohm pull-up to VDD and a 100 nF capacitor to ground for proper reset behavior; floating MCLR causes spurious resets. Configure unused I/O pins as outputs driving low (or as inputs with internal pull-downs) to minimize quiescent current. The PPS (Peripheral Pin Select) remapping must be configured before enabling peripherals; refer to application note AN1078 for FOC firmware templates.
Compliance Information
AEC-Q100 qualified per Microchip product family and distributor listings (Hotenda, MicrochipUSA). RoHS and REACH compliance per Microchip product page. The 'E' suffix denotes the extended automotive temperature grade.