PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL - 16-bit 60 MIPS 32KB Flash MCU | Microchip
MPN: PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $4.86 | $4.86 |
| 10 | $4.32 | $43.20 |
| 100 | $3.71 | $371.00 |
| 500 | $3.18 | $1,590.00 |
| 1,000 | $2.74 | $2,740.00 |
PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL Overview
A 16-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a programmable processor that balances deterministic real-time control with richer peripherals than 8-bit MCUs while consuming less power than 32-bit Cortex-M parts; PIC24EP sits in the Microchip taxonomy as: PIC24EP -> PIC24 family -> dsPIC33/PIC24E core -> 16-bit MCU -> microcontroller -> embedded processor -> semiconductor. The PIC24EP32GP204 is positioned for general-purpose embedded control, integrating the CPU, memory, ADCs, comparators, and communication peripherals on a single die to reduce BOM cost and PCB area in motor control, lighting, and industrial-sensing products.
Key features of the PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL include an internal 60 MIPS 16-bit CPU, 32 KB Flash (10.7K x 24 words), 4 KB SRAM, an integrated Charge Time Measurement Unit (CTMU) for capacitive touch and precise time measurement, dual operational amplifiers on-chip for analog front-end conditioning, and a Peripheral Trigger Generator (PTG) for sequencing complex ADC/PWM sequences without CPU intervention. It also provides multiple 16-bit timers, UART, SPI, I2C, and high-speed PWM channels suitable for digital power conversion.
The PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL architecture pairs a Harvard-class 16-bit CPU with DSP extensions, allowing single-cycle MAC operations, fractional arithmetic, and a wide range of addressing modes. The CTMU and on-chip op amps enable direct interface with photodiodes, thermistors, and current-sense resistors without external analog circuitry, while the PTG offloads timing-critical peripheral handshakes from the core, freeing CPU bandwidth for application logic.
Typical applications include industrial motor control (BLDC, PMSM, stepper), digital LED lighting drivers with DMX or DALI interfaces, HVAC fan and pump control, photovoltaic inverter supervisory MCUs, capacitive-touch human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and general-purpose sensor-hub designs. Its 32 KB Flash also suits small protocol-stack implementations for UART/SPI-connected IoT edge nodes.
When designing with this part, ensure the VTLA-44 (6x6) land pattern includes adequate thermal copper for the exposed pad; the small package concentrates heat when running the core near 70 MIPS at 3.3 V. Place a 0.1 uF + bulk 4.7 uF decoupling pair within 5 mm of VDD/VSS and keep the AVDD analog supply isolated from switching I/O for best ADC SNR. For new designs with no fixed board constraints, prefer the QFN-44 (8x8) PIC24EP32GP204-E/ML variant for easier hand-assembly and thermal dissipation.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, same-package drop-in alternatives within the PIC24EP family, and practical design notes not consolidated in the Microchip datasheet, giving procurement and design engineers a single reference for the PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL.
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Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Core Architecture, ADC, Package, Operating Voltage (VDD), I/O Pins.
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PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | PIC24E 16-bit CPU with DSP extensions |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 60 MIPS (70 MIPS peak, depending on configuration) |
| Program Flash Memory | 32 KB (10.7K x 24 words) |
| Data RAM | 4 KB |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 3.0 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature Range (E grade) | -40 C to +125 C |
| Package | 44-pin VTLA (6x6 mm) with exposed pad |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| ADC | 10/12-bit SAR ADC (resolution and channel count per device datasheet) |
| On-Chip Op Amps | Up to 2 operational amplifiers integrated |
| Charge Time Measurement Unit (CTMU) | Yes |
| Peripheral Trigger Generator (PTG) | Yes |
| Communication Interfaces | UART, SPI, I2C (peripheral count per device datasheet) |
| Timers / PWM | 16-bit timers and high-resolution PWM channels |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL 44-pin vtla (6x6 mm) with exposed pad Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL (44-pin vtla (6x6 mm) with 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 PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL is suitable for 7 applications: Industrial BLDC / PMSM Motor Control, Digital LED Lighting Drivers, Capacitive-Touch HMI Panels, HVAC Fan and Pump Controllers, Photovoltaic Inverter Supervisory MCUs, Industrial Sensor Hubs and IoT Edge Nodes, General-Purpose Embedded Control Boards.
Industrial BLDC / PMSM Motor Control
The PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL is well-suited for sensorless or sensor-based BLDC and PMSM motor control, where its 60 MIPS 16-bit core and DSP extensions run field-oriented control (FOC) loops within a few microseconds. The on-chip high-resolution PWM and dual op amps form the analog front end for current sensing, while the integrated CTMU provides accurate back-EMF timing for sensorless startup. Compared with 32-bit Cortex-M0+ parts, the PIC24E delivers deterministic interrupt latency and proven firmware libraries (AN1078 sensorless FOC) at a comparable BOM cost.
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Digital LED Lighting Drivers
For DMX-512, DALI, or 0-10 V dimmable LED drivers, the PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL provides the 32 KB Flash and 4 KB RAM required for protocol stacks plus a PWM-driven buck/boost power stage. Its 60 MIPS throughput allows multi-channel color-mixing calculations at >1 kHz update rates without CPU saturation. The wide -40 C to +125 C temperature range suits outdoor luminaire environments, while the small VTLA-44 footprint keeps the driver board small enough to fit inside a standard MR16 housing.
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Capacitive-Touch HMI Panels
The PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL integrates the Charge Time Measurement Unit (CTMU) specifically for capacitive-touch sensing, supporting up to ~32 touch channels without an external touch IC. Combined with the on-chip op amps for analog signal conditioning, the part eliminates the dedicated touch controller, reducing both BOM cost and PCB area in appliance and industrial control panels. The 16-bit CPU runs the touch-scanning state machine plus the user-interface logic on a single die, simplifying firmware maintenance.
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HVAC Fan and Pump Controllers
Variable-frequency HVAC fans and pumps benefit from the PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL's combination of 16-bit math precision and deterministic interrupt response. Its integrated ADC samples multiple temperature/pressure sensors, while the PTG (Peripheral Trigger Generator) sequences ADC conversions and PWM updates without CPU intervention, freeing MIPS for the control loop. The -40 C to +125 C temperature grade supports under-hood and outdoor-cabinet HVAC installations.
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Photovoltaic Inverter Supervisory MCUs
In small photovoltaic inverter and solar charge-controller designs, the PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL acts as the supervisory MCU, monitoring panel voltage, MPPT state, and grid-sync status. The CTMU provides precise timing for grid-frequency measurement, and the 32 KB Flash fits typical MPPT algorithms plus Modbus/CAN communication stacks. Compared with 8-bit PIC16 alternatives, the PIC24E adds DSP capability to compute RMS values and harmonics on the fly.
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Industrial Sensor Hubs and IoT Edge Nodes
For UART/SPI-bridged sensor hubs and small IoT edge nodes, the PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL provides ample compute to run proprietary sensor-fusion algorithms while maintaining a tiny 6x6 mm board footprint via the VTLA-44 package. The CTMU supports time-of-flight measurements for ultrasonic and ToF sensors, while the integrated op amps condition Wheatstone-bridge outputs directly. The 16-bit core offers deterministic performance for real-time sampling, unlike RTOS-bound Cortex-M0 designs where interrupt jitter can degrade measurement accuracy.
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General-Purpose Embedded Control Boards
The PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL is widely used as the main MCU on custom industrial control boards where 8-bit parts lack the math precision and 32-bit parts exceed budget. Its 60 MIPS throughput runs PID loops, simple HMI graphics, and protocol stacks concurrently, while 32 KB Flash accommodates feature-rich firmware. The exposed pad of the VTLA-44 package allows adequate heat dissipation at moderate operating currents, making it a versatile workhorse for embedded designers.
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Engineering reference data for PIC24EP32GP204-E/TL — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC24EP32GP203-E/TL | PIC24EP32GP202-E/TL | PIC24EP64GP204-E/TL | PIC24EP128GP204-E/TL | PIC24EP256GP204-E/TL | dsPIC33EP32GP204-E/TL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 44-pin VTLA (6x6 mm) | 44-pin VTLA (6x6 mm) - same | 44-pin VTLA (6x6 mm) - same | 44-pin VTLA (6x6 mm) - same | 44-pin VTLA (6x6 mm) - same | 44-pin VTLA (6x6 mm) - same | 44-pin VTLA (6x6 mm) - same |
| Core Architecture | PIC24E 16-bit CPU (DSP extensions) | PIC24E 16-bit CPU (same) | PIC24E 16-bit CPU (same) | PIC24E 16-bit CPU (same) | PIC24E 16-bit CPU (same) | PIC24E 16-bit CPU (same) | dsPIC33EP 16-bit CPU + DSP engine |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 60 MIPS | 60 MIPS | 60 MIPS | 60 MIPS | 60 MIPS | 60 MIPS | 60 MIPS |
| Program Flash Memory | 32 KB | Smaller (Flash reduced vs 204) | Smallest (Flash reduced vs 204) | 64 KB (+100%) | 128 KB (+300%) | 256 KB (+700%) | 32 KB (same) |
| Data RAM | 4 KB | ~4 KB (similar) | Reduced (smaller variant) | ~8 KB | ~16 KB | ~32 KB | 4 KB (same) |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 3.0 V to 3.6 V | 3.0 V to 3.6 V (same) | 3.0 V to 3.6 V (same) | 3.0 V to 3.6 V (same) | 3.0 V to 3.6 V (same) | 3.0 V to 3.6 V (same) | 3.0 V to 3.6 V (same) |
| On-Chip Op Amps / CTMU | Up to 2 op amps + CTMU | Op amps + CTMU (similar) | Reduced analog content | Op amps + CTMU (same) | Op amps + CTMU (same) | Op amps + CTMU (same) | Op amps + CTMU (same) |
| Temperature Grade | -40 C to +125 C (E) | -40 C to +125 C (E) - same | -40 C to +125 C (E) - same | -40 C to +125 C (E) - same | -40 C to +125 C (E) - same | -40 C to +125 C (E) - same | -40 C to +125 C (E) - same |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Key Differentiators
- Direct memory-up drop-in alternatives within the same VTLA-44 footprint (vs PIC24EP32GP203-E/TL and PIC24EP32GP202-E/TL)
- Scalable to 256 KB Flash without changing board layout (vs PIC24EP32GP203-E/TL and PIC24EP32GP202-E/TL)
- Available with full DSP engine for digital-filter and motor-control code (vs dsPIC33EP32GP204-E/TL)
- Industry-proven PIC24E ecosystem with extensive application notes (vs Generic 32-bit Cortex-M0 alternatives)
Design Notes
The VTLA-44 (6x6 mm) package has a small exposed pad that doubles as the primary thermal path and ground return. According to the Microchip PIC24EP32GP204 datasheet, place a continuous top-layer copper pour directly under the part, stitch with at least eight thermal vias (0.3 mm drill, 0.6 mm pad) to the inner ground plane, and avoid signal traces crossing this region. A poor thermal/ground connection will raise junction temperature by tens of degrees and may cause ADC drift at high ambient.
Place a 0.1 uF X7R ceramic bypass capacitor within 3 mm of each VDD/AVDD pin pair, plus a single 4.7 uF bulk capacitor on the AVDD analog rail. The PIC24E ADC performance degrades noticeably if VDD ripple exceeds 50 mVpp; route digital return currents away from the analog ground island and join grounds at a single point near the MCU exposed pad.
Do not assume the PIC24EP32GP203-E/TL, PIC24EP32GP202-E/TL, PIC24EP64GP204-E/TL, PIC24EP128GP204-E/TL, and PIC24EP256GP204-E/TL are software-compatible without checking the device ID and configuration bits - each has a different Flash size and memory map, and existing firmware must be re-linked with the correct linker script and device header. Also note that the 'E' suffix denotes the -40 C to +125 C industrial grade; the 'I' grade is only -40 C to +85 C.
Keep the ICSP/PGD/PGC programming pins free of series resistors above 100 ohm, as Microchip programmers expect low-impedance access during in-circuit serial programming. Adding ESD diodes or pull-ups on these pins is acceptable, but verify with a programmer handshake test on the first prototype. Also reserve at least 5 mm of clearance around the MCU for probe access during code debug.
Compliance Information
RoHS, REACH and lead-free compliance per Microchip product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - this part is industrial grade (E suffix). Halogen-free status [DATA_NEEDED: halogen-free status].
