PIC24EP128MC206T-E/MR - 16-bit 60 MIPS 128KB MCU | Microchip
MPN: PIC24EP128MC206T-E/MR ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $7.95 | $7.95 |
| 10 | $7.1 | $71.00 |
| 100 | $6.2 | $620.00 |
| 500 | $5.45 | $2,725.00 |
| 1,000 | $4.85 | $4,850.00 |
PIC24EP128MC206T-E/MR Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, program memory (flash), working memory (RAM), and peripherals such as timers, ADCs, and communication interfaces. PIC microcontrollers use a modified Harvard architecture with separate program and data buses, and the PIC24EP line extends this with a 16-bit data path, hardware DSP instructions, and dedicated motor-control peripherals. Within the broader hierarchy, this part is a member of the MCU -> embedded controller -> semiconductor IC family, designed for deterministic real-time control.
Key features of the PIC24EP128MC206T-E/MR include 53 general-purpose I/O pins, a 16-channel 10/12-bit ADC, motor-control PWM modules with high-resolution capability, multiple UART/SPI/I2C interfaces, a 16-bit timer/counter block, DMA for offloading the CPU, and a charge time measurement unit (CTMU) for capacitive touch sensing. The 70 MIPS capable core (with select conditions) supports advanced control loops in firmware.
Architecturally, the device pairs a high-throughput 16-bit DSP-enhanced core with extensive analog and motor-control peripherals, allowing single-chip implementation of advanced BLDC, PMSM, and AC induction motor drives. The on-chip op amps, comparators, and high-resolution PWM reduce the need for external analog components.
Typical applications include automotive motor control (HVAC blowers, fuel pumps, electric water pumps), industrial variable-frequency drives, appliance control, solar micro-inverters, and general-purpose digital power conversion. The wide operating temperature range and AEC-Q100 grade suit under-hood automotive deployments.
When designing with this device, ensure the supply rail is decoupled with 100 nF and 10 µF capacitors placed close to the VDDCORE and VDDIO pins. Verify that the ADC reference voltage is stable and low-noise, as the on-chip 12-bit ADC performance depends on it. For motor-control layouts, segregate power-ground and analog-ground returns to minimize switching noise coupling into the sense circuitry.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone, helping engineers compare the PIC24EP128MC206T-E/MR against same-package PIC24EP family members and select the correct variant for motor-control or general-purpose applications.
Drop-in alternatives for PIC24EP128MC206T-E/MR — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with PIC24EP128MC206T-E/MR (same form factor and footprint) — differing in ADC, Operating Temperature, Package, Core, Analog Comparators.
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PIC24EP128MC206-E/MR
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$4.22 / Unit
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$5.8 / Unit
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PIC24EP128MC204T-E/MR
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PIC24EP128MC206T-E/MR Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Processor | PIC |
| Core Size | 16-Bit |
| Core Speed | 60 MIPS |
| Program Memory Size | 128 KB (43K x 24) |
| Program Memory Type | FLASH |
| RAM Size | 8 KB |
| Number of I/O Pins | 53 |
| Package | 64-VQFN (9x9 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +125 °C |
| Operating Supply Voltage | 3.0 V to 3.6 V |
| Connectivity | I2C, SPI, UART/USART |
| Peripherals | DMA, Motor Control PWM, Brown-out Detect/Reset, POR, PWM, WDT |
| ADC | 10/12-bit, 16 channels |
| Data Converters | A/D 16x10/12b |
| Oscillator Type | Internal |
| AEC-Q100 Qualification | Qualified |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC24EP128MC206T-E/MR Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RP29/PWM3H/PMD5 — Remappable peripheral / PWM / parallel data |
| Pin 2 | RP8/SCL1/PWM5H/PMD6 — I2C1 clock / PWM output |
| Pin 3 | RP9/SDA1/PWM5L/PMD7 — I2C1 data / PWM output |
| Pin 4 | VSS — Digital ground |
| Pin 5 | VDD — Digital supply voltage 3.3V |
| Pin 6 | OSC1/CLKI — Crystal oscillator input or external clock |
| Pin 7 | OSC2/CLKO — Crystal oscillator output |
| Pin 8 | MCLR — Master clear reset (active low) |
| Pin 9 | PGED3/RP0/AN0 — ICD data / remappable I/O / ADC input 0 |
| Pin 10 | PGEC3/RP1/AN1 — ICD clock / remappable I/O / ADC input 1 |
| Pin 11 | RP2/AN2/CMP2A — Remappable I/O / ADC / comparator input |
| Pin 12 | RP3/AN3/CMP2B — Remappable I/O / ADC / comparator input |
| Pin 13 | RP4/AN4 — Remappable I/O / ADC input 4 |
| Pin 14 | RP5/AN5 — Remappable I/O / ADC input 5 |
| Pin 15 | VSS — Digital ground |
| Pin 16 | VDD — Digital supply voltage 3.3V |
| Pin 17 | AN6/RP6 — ADC input / remappable I/O |
| Pin 18 | AN7/RP7 — ADC input / remappable I/O |
| Pin 19 | AN8/RP10 — ADC input / remappable I/O |
| Pin 20 | AN9/RP11 — ADC input / remappable I/O |
| Pin 21 | AN10/RP12 — ADC input / remappable I/O |
| Pin 22 | AN11/RP13 — ADC input / remappable I/O |
| Pin 23 | AN12/RP14 — ADC input / remappable I/O |
| Pin 24 | AN13/RP15 — ADC input / remappable I/O |
| Pin 25 | VSS — Digital ground |
| Pin 26 | VDD — Digital supply voltage 3.3V |
| Pin 27 | AN14/RP16 — ADC input / remappable I/O |
| Pin 28 | AN15/RP17 — ADC input / remappable I/O |
| Pin 29 | RP18/PWM1H — Remappable I/O / motor control PWM |
| Pin 30 | RP19/PWM1L — Remappable I/O / motor control PWM |
| Pin 31 | RP20/PWM2H — Remappable I/O / motor control PWM |
| Pin 32 | RP21/PWM2L — Remappable I/O / motor control PWM |
| Pin 33 | VSS — Digital ground |
| Pin 34 | VDD — Digital supply voltage 3.3V |
| Pin 35 | RP22/PWM3H — Remappable I/O / motor control PWM |
| Pin 36 | RP23/PWM3L — Remappable I/O / motor control PWM |
| Pin 37 | RP24/PWM4H — Remappable I/O / motor control PWM |
| Pin 38 | RP25/PWM4L — Remappable I/O / motor control PWM |
| Pin 39 | RP26/CMP1A/PWM5H — Remappable I/O / comparator / PWM |
| Pin 40 | RP27/CMP1B/PWM5L — Remappable I/O / comparator / PWM |
| Pin 41 | RP28/PWM6H — Remappable I/O / PWM output |
| Pin 42 | RP29/PWM6L — Remappable I/O / PWM output |
| Pin 43 | VSS — Digital ground |
| Pin 44 | VDD — Digital supply voltage 3.3V |
| Pin 45 | RP30/U1TX/PWM7H — UART1 TX / remappable I/O / PWM |
| Pin 46 | RP31/U1RX/PWM7L — UART1 RX / remappable I/O / PWM |
| Pin 47 | RP32/SCK1/PWM8H — SPI1 clock / remappable I/O / PWM |
| Pin 48 | RP33/SDI1/PWM8L — SPI1 data in / remappable I/O / PWM |
| Pin 49 | RP34/SDO1 — SPI1 data out / remappable I/O |
| Pin 50 | RP35/SS1 — SPI1 slave select / remappable I/O |
| Pin 51 | RP36/SCL2 — I2C2 clock / remappable I/O |
| Pin 52 | RP37/SDA2 — I2C2 data / remappable I/O |
| Pin 53 | VSS — Digital ground |
| Pin 54 | VDD — Digital supply voltage 3.3V |
| Pin 55 | RP38/U2TX — UART2 TX / remappable I/O |
| Pin 56 | RP39/U2RX — UART2 RX / remappable I/O |
| Pin 57 | RP40/INT0 — External interrupt / remappable I/O |
| Pin 58 | RP41/INT1 — External interrupt / remappable I/O |
| Pin 59 | TDI/RP42 — JTAG test data in / remappable I/O |
| Pin 60 | TCK/RP43 — JTAG test clock / remappable I/O |
| Pin 61 | TDO/RP44 — JTAG test data out / remappable I/O |
| Pin 62 | TMS/RP45 — JTAG test mode select / remappable I/O |
| Pin 63 | VDDCORE — Internal core voltage (regulated from VDD) |
| Pin 64 | EP — Exposed thermal pad - connect to VSS for heat dissipation |
Typical Applications
PIC24EP128MC206T-E/MR is suitable for 7 applications: Automotive HVAC Blower Motor Control, Industrial Variable Frequency Drive (VFD), Solar Micro-Inverter Control, Home Appliance Motor Control, Power Tools and Cordless Drill Drives, Electric Vehicle Auxiliary Pumps, Industrial Robotic Servo Drives.
Automotive HVAC Blower Motor Control
The PIC24EP128MC206T-E/MR is engineered for automotive HVAC blower motor control where its 60 MIPS PIC24E core executes field-oriented control (FOC) loops in real time. The device integrates motor-control PWMs with high-resolution edge placement, on-chip op amps for current sensing, and a 10/12-bit ADC for back-EMF measurement, eliminating several external analog components. AEC-Q100 qualification and -40°C to +125°C operating range suit under-dash and under-hood environments. Compared with a general-purpose MCU, this part reduces BOM cost and PCB area while delivering smoother torque ripple and quieter operation.
Recommended
Industrial Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)
The PIC24EP128MC206T-E/MR fits low-to-mid power industrial VFDs controlling 3-phase AC induction or PMSM motors up to several kW. Its DMA engine offloads ADC sampling and PWM updates, freeing the CPU to run space-vector modulation and fault detection in firmware. The 128 KB flash accommodates sensorless FOC algorithms with adaptive observers, while 8 KB RAM holds operating state and sine tables. The 53 I/O pins handle multi-channel current sensing, isolated gate-driver signals, and Modbus RTU communications. Industrial temperature tolerance ensures reliability in factory-floor cabinets.
Recommended
Solar Micro-Inverter Control
For solar micro-inverter applications, the PIC24EP128MC206T-E/MR executes MPPT algorithms and grid-synchronization control loops on each panel. Its 60 MIPS performance enables 32 kHz control loops with sufficient headroom for grid-tie regulations, while the 128 KB flash stores anti-islanding and power-quality firmware. The 16-channel ADC monitors panel voltage, current, and grid zero-cross with deterministic sampling. AEC-Q100 and wide temperature grade allow outdoor rooftop deployment. Combined with a companion gate driver, this part forms a compact, high-efficiency micro-inverter solution.
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Home Appliance Motor Control
Washing machines, dishwashers, and refrigerator compressors benefit from the PIC24EP128MC206T-E/MR's integrated motor-control peripherals. The high-resolution PWM and on-chip op amps simplify inverter designs for direct-drive BLDC motors, reducing component count and BOM cost. AEC-Q100 grade provides margin against appliance thermal stress and voltage transients. The 53 I/O support user interfaces, sensors, and safety interlocks without external I/O expanders. The 128 KB flash and 8 KB RAM are sufficient for advanced load-sensing algorithms.
Recommended
Power Tools and Cordless Drill Drives
Cordless drill and impact-driver controllers use the PIC24EP128MC206T-E/MR to deliver precise torque and speed control via brushless DC motors. The device's DMA and 60 MIPS throughput execute closed-loop current control at 50 kHz+ while monitoring battery voltage, temperature, and trigger position. AEC-Q100 qualification and wide temperature range suit battery-pack thermal conditions. Low-power modes extend battery life, and the on-chip op amps simplify current sensing on the high-side shunt, reducing PCB area.
Recommended
Electric Vehicle Auxiliary Pumps
EV coolant pumps and oil pumps use the PIC24EP128MC206T-E/MR to drive BLDC motors with smooth variable-speed control. The AEC-Q100 grade and 125°C operating temperature handle under-hood thermal conditions. Motor-control PWMs, integrated op amps, and the 12-bit ADC combine into a compact inverter design suitable for 12 V or 400 V architectures. The DMA engine manages real-time sampling without CPU load, while 128 KB flash supports diagnostics and CAN-based functional safety. Compared with a discrete analog design, this MCU reduces PCB area by 40-60%.
Recommended
Industrial Robotic Servo Drives
Small industrial robotic servo drives use the PIC24EP128MC206T-E/MR for position, velocity, and torque control loops. The 60 MIPS PIC24E core executes cascaded PID loops at 10 kHz+, while the on-chip ADC and op amps enable precise current feedback from shunt resistors. The 53 I/O connect encoders, limit switches, and EtherCAT/CAN communication interfaces. AEC-Q100 grade allows deployment in industrial automation cells with elevated ambient temperatures. The 128 KB flash stores motion profiles and adaptive gain tables.
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Engineering reference data for PIC24EP128MC206T-E/MR — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC24EP128MC206-E/MR | PIC24EP256MC206T-E/MR | PIC24EP128GP206T-E/MR | PIC24EP128MC204T-E/MR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 64-VQFN (9x9 mm) | 64-VQFN (9x9 mm) - same | 64-VQFN (9x9 mm) - same | 64-VQFN (9x9 mm) - same | 64-VQFN (9x9 mm) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Flash Memory | 128 KB | 128 KB | 256 KB | 128 KB | 56 KB |
| RAM Size | 8 KB | 8 KB | 16 KB | 8 KB | 4 KB |
| CPU Speed | 60 MIPS | 60 MIPS | 60 MIPS | 60 MIPS | 60 MIPS |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +125 °C (Extended) | -40 °C to +85 °C (Industrial) | -40 °C to +125 °C (Extended) | -40 °C to +125 °C (Extended) | -40 °C to +125 °C (Extended) |
| Motor Control PWM | Yes (dedicated) | Yes (dedicated) | Yes (dedicated) | No (general purpose) | Yes (dedicated) |
| AEC-Q100 | Yes | No (industrial only) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Number of I/O | 53 | 53 | 53 | 53 | 53 |
| ADC | 16-channel 10/12-bit | 16-channel 10/12-bit | 16-channel 10/12-bit | 16-channel 10/12-bit | 16-channel 10/12-bit |
Key Differentiators
- Dedicated motor-control peripherals integrated on-die (vs PIC24EP128GP206T-E/MR)
- AEC-Q100 qualified for automotive under-hood applications (vs PIC24EP128MC206-E/MR)
- 60 MIPS PIC24E core with DSP instructions (vs PIC24FJ16GA002T-I/ML)
- 128 KB flash with 8 KB RAM for mid-complexity firmware (vs PIC24EP128MC204T-E/MR)
Design Notes
Estimated: Decouple the VDD pins with a 100 nF ceramic capacitor placed within 3 mm of each VDD/VSS pair, plus a 10 µF bulk capacitor near the device. The VDDCORE pin requires its own 1 µF decoupling capacitor. Power-on ramp should follow the monotonic sequence specified in the datasheet to ensure proper brown-out reset operation.
The 64-VQFN package includes an exposed thermal pad (EP) on pin 64 which MUST be soldered to a PCB thermal pad connected to VSS for heat dissipation. Failure to solder the EP pad increases thermal resistance and may cause thermal shutdown under heavy loads. Use 0.5 mm thermal vias in the EP copper pour to move heat into internal PCB layers.
For motor-control applications, route the ADC current-sense signals (AN0-AN7) as short, matched differential pairs away from PWM switching traces. Place a 100 nF capacitor on each ADC channel near the MCU pin. Keep digital switching traces and analog signals on separate PCB layers with proper ground separation to minimize switching noise coupling into the ADC readings.
Do not exceed 3.6 V on any VDD pin or the device will be damaged. The MCLR reset pin requires a pull-up resistor and a 100 nF capacitor for proper reset operation. When using the JTAG ICD interface, ensure the PGECx and PGEDx pins are not driven by external circuitry during programming or debugging to avoid contention.
Compliance Information
AEC-Q100 qualified per Microchip product page. RoHS and REACH compliant per datasheet. Automotive-grade temperature range -40°C to +125°C indicated by 'E' suffix in part number.
