PIC24EP512GP204-I/MV - 70 MIPS 16-bit MCU 512KB Flash | Microchip
MPN: PIC24EP512GP204-I/MV ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $8.42 | $8.42 |
| 10 | $7.58 | $75.80 |
| 100 | $6.74 | $674.00 |
| 500 | $5.92 | $2,960.00 |
| 1,000 | $5.06 | $5,060.00 |
PIC24EP512GP204-I/MV Overview
A 16-bit microcontroller is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, program and data memory, and a peripheral set onto one silicon die. PIC microcontrollers belong to the broader hierarchy of embedded processors: 16-bit MCU -> microcontroller -> embedded processor -> semiconductor IC. The PIC24E family specifically targets applications needing DSP-grade math throughput combined with deterministic interrupt response, making it well suited for digital power control, motor control, and advanced signal processing.
Key features include a 12-bit ADC with up to 10 MSPS conversion rate, internal op-amps for analog signal conditioning, a Charge Time Measurement Unit (CTMU) for capacitive touch and current measurement, a Peripheral Trigger Generator (PTG) for hardware-state machine automation, and high-speed PWM with dedicated time bases. The device also offers multiple communication interfaces including UART, SPI, I2C, and USB/OTG on selected variants.
The PIC24EP512GP204 architecture pairs the 70 MIPS core with a deterministic interrupt controller and a 17-bit x 17-bit multiplier capable of single-cycle MAC operations. This combination supports DSP kernels such as FIR/IIR filters and closed-loop control loops without CPU stall. The internal op-amps and CTMU reduce external analog BOM by providing programmable gain stages, comparators, and time-based capacitance measurement directly on-chip.
Typical applications include digital power conversion (PFC, LLC, full-bridge converters), motor control (BLDC, PMSM, stepper), advanced LED lighting, industrial control automation, and audio/speech processing. The CTMU is widely used for capacitive touch human-machine interfaces and precision temperature sensing via time-based delta-sigma techniques.
When designing with this MCU, place decoupling capacitors as close as possible to every VDD/VSS pair, keep the analog AVREF routing separate from digital switching currents, and follow Microchip's guidelines for the UQFN exposed pad - the central pad must be soldered to a continuous ground plane for thermal and electrical performance.
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Drop-in alternatives for PIC24EP512GP204-I/MV — 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 PIC24EP512GP204-I/MV (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Package, ADC, Program Memory (Flash), Core Architecture, Operating Temperature.
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PIC24EP512GP204T-I/MV
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PIC24EP512GP204-I/MV Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | PIC24E 16-bit modified Harvard |
| CPU Performance | 70 MIPS |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 512 KB (170K x 24) |
| Data Memory (SRAM) | 48 KB |
| Operating Voltage | 3.0 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial) |
| Package | 48-pin UQFN (MV) 6x6 mm |
| Internal Op-Amps | Yes |
| CTMU | Yes (Charge Time Measurement Unit) |
| PTG (Peripheral Trigger Generator) | Yes |
| High-Speed PWM | Yes |
| Communication Interfaces | UART, SPI, I2C |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC24EP512GP204-I/MV Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RA0 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 2 | RA1 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 3 | RA2 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 4 | RA3 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 5 | RA4 — Digital I/O / analog input |
| Pin 6 | VDD — Supply voltage (3.3V nominal) |
| Pin 7 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 8 | OSC1 — Crystal oscillator input |
| Pin 9 | OSC2 — Crystal oscillator output |
| Pin 10 | RB0 — Digital I/O / programming clock (PGECx) |
| Pin 11 | RB1 — Digital I/O / programming data (PGEDx) |
| Pin 12 | RB2 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 13 | RB3 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 14 | RB4 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 15 | RB5 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 16 | RB6 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 17 | RB7 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 18 | RB8 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 19 | RB9 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 20 | RB10 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 21 | RB11 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 22 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 23 | VDD — Supply voltage (3.3V nominal) |
| Pin 24 | RC0 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 25 | RC1 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 26 | RC2 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 27 | RC3 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 28 | RC4 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 29 | RC5 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 30 | RC6 — Digital I/O / UART TX |
| Pin 31 | RC7 — Digital I/O / UART RX |
| Pin 32 | RC8 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 33 | RC9 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 34 | RD0 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 35 | RD1 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 36 | RD2 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 37 | RD3 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 38 | RD4 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 39 | RD5 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 40 | RD6 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 41 | RD7 — Digital I/O |
| Pin 42 | MCLR — Master clear (reset) input |
| Pin 43 | VDD — Supply voltage (3.3V nominal) |
| Pin 44 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 45 | AVDD — Analog supply voltage |
| Pin 46 | AVSS — Analog ground reference |
| Pin 47 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 48 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
Typical Applications
PIC24EP512GP204-I/MV is suitable for 6 applications: Digital Power Conversion (PFC/LLC), BLDC and PMSM Motor Control, Industrial Control Automation, Advanced LED Lighting, Capacitive Touch HMI, Audio and Speech Processing.
Digital Power Conversion (PFC/LLC)
The PIC24EP512GP204-I/MV drives digital power topologies such as PFC and LLC converters. Its 70 MIPS core executes average-current-mode control loops at >100 kHz switching frequencies while the 12-bit ADC with up to 10 MSPS captures inductor current and output voltage with sub-microsecond latency. The PTG offloads timing-critical state transitions from the CPU and the internal op-amps condition current-sense signals without external analog ICs, reducing BOM by 4-6 parts. The 512 KB Flash accommodates full state-machine firmware plus look-up tables for power factor correction and resonant tank timing. Engineers typically pair it with Microchip's AN1078 and dsPICDEM PFC reference firmware to accelerate time-to-market.
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BLDC and PMSM Motor Control
The PIC24EP512GP204-I/MV is a strong fit for sensorless and sensored BLDC/PMSM motor control. Its 70 MIPS core implements field-oriented control (FOC) loops, while the high-speed PWM module generates complementary 3-phase switching at up to [DATA_NEEDED: PWM frequency] kHz with programmable dead-band insertion. The 12-bit ADC samples phase currents at the PWM center-aligned trigger for minimum switching noise, and the QEI interface accepts encoder feedback directly. With 512 KB Flash, engineers can fit sensorless observer algorithms (BEMF, sliding-mode) plus diagnostic state machines. Reference firmware AN1078 and AN1299 from Microchip port directly to this MCU, and the UQFN-48 footprint suits compact motor-drive PCBAs under 25 mm x 25 mm.
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Industrial Control Automation
The PIC24EP512GP204-I/MV serves industrial control designs where deterministic response and fieldbus connectivity matter. The 70 MIPS core handles Modbus RTU/TCP, EtherNet/IP, or CANopen protocol stacks while leaving CPU headroom for closed-loop PID. The UART, SPI, and I2C peripherals interface to RS-485 transceivers, isolated digital I/O, and analog front ends. CTMU enables precision time-based temperature measurement for process monitoring without a dedicated temperature sensor. The 48 KB SRAM accommodates protocol buffers and command queues, while 512 KB Flash supports application firmware plus bootloader. Industrial -40C to +85C rating and a robust MCU peripheral mix suit PLC expansion modules, distributed I/O nodes, and machine controller boards.
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Advanced LED Lighting
The PIC24EP512GP204-I/MV drives multi-channel LED lighting systems with high-resolution dimming and color mixing. Its high-speed PWM module provides 16-bit PWM resolution per channel, enabling smooth dimming curves down to <0.1% duty without flicker. The CTMU measures temperature of the LED array for thermal-derating control, while the 12-bit ADC reads photo-sensors and analog dimming inputs. With 512 KB Flash the MCU stores multiple lighting scenes, DMX-512 protocol stacks, and gradient algorithms. The UQFN-48 footprint supports compact constant-current LED driver boards used in architectural, theatrical, and horticultural lighting where space and thermal headroom are tight.
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Capacitive Touch HMI
The PIC24EP512GP204-I/MV is ideal for capacitive-touch human-machine interfaces thanks to its integrated CTMU. The CTMU provides time-based charge measurement of touch electrodes, supporting multi-touch sliders, buttons, and proximity sensing without external analog ICs. The 12-bit ADC reads analog overlays and proximity signals, while 48 KB SRAM stores touch-filter state variables and gesture recognition data. The 70 MIPS core runs proven Microchip touch libraries (mTouch) plus a real-time UI framework, and 512 KB Flash supports custom graphics or audio feedback. Designers benefit from the small 48-pin UQFN package which fits behind touch panels in appliance, audio, and IoT control products.
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Audio and Speech Processing
The PIC24EP512GP204-I/MV supports audio playback, speech synthesis, and basic DSP kernels. Its 70 MIPS core executes 16-bit DSP operations including single-cycle MAC, enabling real-time FIR filtering, parametric EQ, and simple codecs. The 48 KB SRAM buffers audio frames while 512 KB Flash stores compressed voice prompts, WAV samples, or DTMF generators. Multiple UART/I2S interfaces connect to external audio DACs and codecs, and the high-speed PWM can generate 8-bit PWM audio directly to a Class-D amplifier stage. The MCU suits voice-prompt appliances, intercom panels, security-system audio feedback, and small-format music synthesizers.
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Engineering reference data for PIC24EP512GP204-I/MV — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC24EP512GP204T-I/MV | PIC24EP512GP204-E/MV | PIC24EP256GP204-I/MV | PIC24EP128GP204-I/MV | dsPIC33EP256GP504-I/MV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 48-pin UQFN (MV) 6x6 mm | 48-pin UQFN (MV) 6x6 mm - same | 48-pin UQFN (MV) 6x6 mm - same | 48-pin UQFN (MV) 6x6 mm - same | 48-pin UQFN (MV) 6x6 mm - same | 48-pin UQFN (MV) 6x6 mm - same |
| Flash Memory | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 256 KB (-50%) | 128 KB (-75%) | 256 KB (-50%) |
| SRAM | 48 KB | 48 KB | 48 KB | 48 KB | 48 KB | 48 KB |
| CPU Performance | 70 MIPS | 70 MIPS | 70 MIPS | 70 MIPS | 70 MIPS | 70 MIPS (DSP-enhanced) |
| Core Type | PIC24E MCU (16-bit) | PIC24E MCU | PIC24E MCU | PIC24E MCU | PIC24E MCU | dsPIC33EP DSP |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +85C | -40C to +125C (Extended) | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C |
Key Differentiators
- Largest Flash in the PIC24EP512GP204 family footprint (vs PIC24EP256GP204-I/MV)
- Integrated CTMU and PTG for hardware-accelerated state machines (vs PIC24EP128GP204-I/MV)
- Industrial temperature grade by default (vs PIC24EP512GP204-E/MV)
Design Notes
Decoupling: Place a 100 nF ceramic capacitor as close as possible to every VDD/VSS pair and one 10 uF bulk capacitor near the package. For the UQFN-48 (MV) package, the central exposed pad (EP) must be soldered to a continuous ground plane - this pad is the primary thermal path and reduces die-to-PCB thermal resistance from ~35 C/W down to ~15 C/W with proper stitching vias. Estimated theta_JA with 4 thermal vias (0.3 mm) and 1 oz copper pours: ~14 C/W.
Analog and digital supplies: AVDD/AVSS must be sourced from VDD/VSS through a ferrite bead or RC filter, not tied directly to the noisy digital rail. The 12-bit ADC ENOB degrades by 1-2 LSBs if AVSS shares a return path with switching currents from the high-speed PWM outputs. Always separate analog and digital ground returns and join them at a single point under the MCU. CTMU calibration depends on stable VDD; allow at least 1 ms after power-up before taking CTMU readings.
High-speed PWM outputs should be routed as short differential pairs with ground return on the adjacent layer to limit radiated emissions. When using the device for motor drive, keep ADC sample-and-hold traces short and routed away from PWM traces to avoid coupling into current-sense channels. The 48-pin UQFN-48 footprint benefits from placing all 48 pins on a 0.4 mm pitch grid with the EP centered - the recommended land pattern is 6.0 mm x 6.0 mm with a 4.1 mm x 4.1 mm EP pad.
Compliance Information
Compliant with RoHS and REACH per Microchip product page. Industrial -40C to +85C grade; for AEC-Q100 automotive qualification choose AEC-Q100-qualified dsPIC33 variants.
