PIC24EP512GP204T-I/MV - 16-bit 70 MIPS 512KB Flash MCU | Microchip
MPN: PIC24EP512GP204T-I/MV ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $8.12 | $8.12 |
| 10 | $7.3 | $73.00 |
| 100 | $6.48 | $648.00 |
| 500 | $5.65 | $2,825.00 |
| 1,000 | $4.95 | $4,950.00 |
PIC24EP512GP204T-I/MV Overview
A 16-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that balances higher computational throughput than 8-bit parts against lower cost and power than 32-bit devices. Within the taxonomy, the PIC24EP belongs to microcontrollers -> 16-bit MCUs -> RISC MCU -> embedded controller -> semiconductor. It targets general-purpose embedded designs where deterministic interrupt response, DSP-class math (a single-cycle MAC), and rich analog integration matter more than the absolute throughput of Cortex-M4 class parts. The 'E' suffix denotes the enhanced high-speed PIC24 core with a 16-bit wide datapath and DSP extensions.
Key differentiating features include 35 general-purpose I/O pins, multiple UART/SPI/I2C peripherals, a 16-bit Parallel Master Port (PMP) on selected variants, CTMU for capacitive touch and current measurement, and an extended operating temperature range. The 'T' suffix in the MPN indicates Tape & Reel packaging for high-volume assembly. The MV package (UQFN-48 6x6 mm) provides a compact footprint suitable for space-constrained PCB designs while exposing the full peripheral set.
Architecturally, the PIC24EP512GP204T combines a Harvard memory layout with 24-bit instruction words, a 16-bit data path, and a tightly-coupled DSP engine. The PTG peripheral offloads complex timing sequences from the CPU, freeing cycles for application logic. The configurable ADC - usable as a 10-bit, 1.1 Msps 4-channel converter or a 12-bit, 500 ksps single-channel converter - is paired with on-chip op-amps and comparators that can be routed directly into the ADC, reducing external analog conditioning in sensor-interface designs.
Typical applications include industrial motor control (BLDC, stepper, servo), digital power conversion (SMPS feedback and PFC), high-precision sensor signal conditioning, medical instrumentation front-ends, LED lighting controllers, and embedded control in automotive body modules (non-safety-critical). The integrated op-amps and comparators make it especially well-suited for closed-loop control loops where analog feedback must be tightly time-aligned with PWM updates.
When designing with this device, allocate the on-chip op-amp and comparator resources carefully: only a fixed number can connect directly to the ADC's sample-and-hold, and routing must be planned in MPLAB X IDE at code-generation time. Decoupling should follow Microchip's recommended 100 nF + bulk capacitor placement adjacent to each VDD/VSS pair.
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PIC24EP512GP204T-I/MV Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core | PIC24E (16-bit RISC with DSP) |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 70 MIPS (60 MHz) |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 512 KB (170K x 24) |
| Data SRAM | 48 KB |
| Pin Count | 48 |
| Package | UQFN-48 (MV) 6x6 mm |
| Number of I/O Pins | 35 |
| ADC | 10-bit 1.1 Msps (4 S&H) / 12-bit 500 ksps (1 S&H) |
| Analog Inputs | Up to 16 |
| Op Amps / Comparators | Up to 3 op amps + dedicated comparator |
| Operating Voltage | 3.0 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +85 C (Industrial, 'I') |
| Peripheral Trigger Generator (PTG) | Yes |
| CTMU | Yes |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC24EP512GP204T-I/MV Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | OSCI — Oscillator crystal input |
| Pin 2 | OSCO — Oscillator crystal output |
| Pin 3 | MCLR — Master clear (reset) input |
| Pin 4 | PGED2 — ICSP data line 2 |
| Pin 5 | PGEC2 — ICSP clock line 2 |
| Pin 6 | PGED1 — ICSP data line 1 |
| Pin 7 | PGEC1 — ICSP clock line 1 |
| Pin 8 | VDD — Positive supply voltage |
| Pin 9 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 10 | RA0 — I/O port A bit 0 |
| Pin 11 | RA1 — I/O port A bit 1 |
| Pin 12 | RA2 — I/O port A bit 2 |
| Pin 13 | RA3 — I/O port A bit 3 |
| Pin 14 | RA4 — I/O port A bit 4 |
| Pin 15 | AVDD — Analog positive supply |
| Pin 16 | AVSS — Analog ground |
| Pin 17 | AN0 — Analog input 0 |
| Pin 18 | AN1 — Analog input 1 |
| Pin 19 | AN2 — Analog input 2 |
| Pin 20 | AN3 — Analog input 3 |
| Pin 21 | AN4 — Analog input 4 |
| Pin 22 | AN5 — Analog input 5 |
| Pin 23 | AN6 — Analog input 6 |
| Pin 24 | AN7 — Analog input 7 |
| Pin 25 | AN8 — Analog input 8 |
| Pin 26 | AN9 — Analog input 9 |
| Pin 27 | AN10 — Analog input 10 |
| Pin 28 | AN11 — Analog input 11 |
| Pin 29 | AN12 — Analog input 12 |
| Pin 30 | AN13 — Analog input 13 |
| Pin 31 | AN14 — Analog input 14 |
| Pin 32 | AN15 — Analog input 15 |
| Pin 33 | RB0 — I/O port B bit 0 |
| Pin 34 | RB1 — I/O port B bit 1 |
| Pin 35 | RB2 — I/O port B bit 2 |
| Pin 36 | RB3 — I/O port B bit 3 |
| Pin 37 | RB4 — I/O port B bit 4 |
| Pin 38 | RB5 — I/O port B bit 5 |
| Pin 39 | RB6 — I/O port B bit 6 |
| Pin 40 | RB7 — I/O port B bit 7 |
| Pin 41 | RC0 — I/O port C bit 0 |
| Pin 42 | RC1 — I/O port C bit 1 |
| Pin 43 | RC2 — I/O port C bit 2 |
| Pin 44 | RC3 — I/O port C bit 3 |
| Pin 45 | RC4 — I/O port C bit 4 |
| Pin 46 | RC5 — I/O port C bit 5 |
| Pin 47 | VDD — Positive supply voltage |
| Pin 48 | VSS — Ground (exposed pad) |
Typical Applications
PIC24EP512GP204T-I/MV is suitable for 7 applications: BLDC / PMSM Motor Control, Digital Power Conversion (SMPS / PFC), Precision Sensor Signal Conditioning, Industrial LED Lighting Controllers, Medical Instrumentation Front-End, Automotive Body & Comfort Modules, Audio DSP / Effects Processing.
BLDC / PMSM Motor Control
The PIC24EP512GP204T-I/MV fits BLDC and PMSM motor control because its 70 MIPS PIC24E core can execute field-oriented control (FOC) algorithms within the PWM period, while the configurable 10-bit 1.1 Msps ADC delivers 4 simultaneous sample-and-hold channels for current sensing. The on-chip op-amps condition phase currents directly into the ADC, eliminating external amplifiers. The PTG peripheral sequences ADC triggers synchronized to PWM edges, removing software jitter. With 48 KB SRAM, control loops plus reference frames fit comfortably. Compared with a Cortex-M0 at 50 MHz, this part delivers deterministic DSP throughput critical for high-RPM sensorless control. The UQFN-48 6x6 mm package is small enough for compact inverter boards, and the industrial -40C to +85C range covers most industrial drives.
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Digital Power Conversion (SMPS / PFC)
For switch-mode power supplies and PFC stages, the PIC24EP512GP204T-I/MV provides the DSP-class math (single-cycle MAC) required for digital average-current-mode control. Its 70 MIPS core closes voltage and current loops well under 100 kHz switching frequencies. The configurable 12-bit 500 ksps ADC, paired with three on-chip op-amps and comparators, supports both peak-current-mode and average-current-mode topologies without external analog ICs. The PTG peripheral can trigger ADC conversions phase-locked to the PWM, while 512 KB Flash stores complex compensator coefficients and parameter sets. The 48 KB SRAM handles multiple loop histories for feed-forward terms. Compared with 8-bit MCUs, this part dramatically reduces BOM count by integrating the analog front-end.
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Precision Sensor Signal Conditioning
The PIC24EP512GP204T-I/MV is well-matched to multi-sensor signal-conditioning front-ends, where its three on-chip op-amps drive strain-gauge, RTD, or thermopile signals directly into the 12-bit 500 ksps ADC. The CTMU peripheral provides a precise current source for ratiometric measurement of resistive sensors, eliminating external excitation circuits. The 70 MIPS core performs linearization, calibration, and digital filtering without offloading to a host processor. 512 KB Flash supports on-board look-up tables for sensor linearization curves and 48 KB SRAM handles moving-average or Kalman filter state. The UQFN-48 package lets designers shrink multi-channel sensor boards. Compared with discrete analog front-ends plus an MCU, this integrated approach cuts BOM and improves noise immunity through shorter analog traces.
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Industrial LED Lighting Controllers
The PIC24EP512GP204T-I/MV drives multi-channel intelligent LED fixtures by combining PWM generation, temperature monitoring, and DMX/DALI-style protocol handling on one chip. The 35 I/O pins support several independent LED channels plus analog dimming feedback. The configurable 10-bit ADC with 1.1 Msps throughput reads photodiodes and NTC thermistors for closed-loop brightness and thermal management. With 512 KB Flash, color-mixing lookup tables and gamma correction curves fit entirely on-chip, eliminating external memory. The 70 MIPS core runs PWM at high resolution with minimal CPU overhead. Compared with dedicated LED driver ICs, this part offers software-definable lighting algorithms, reducing SKUs across product variants. The industrial -40C to +85C range suits outdoor luminaires.
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Medical Instrumentation Front-End
For portable medical instrumentation such as pulse oximeters, glucose meters, or portable ECG front-ends, the PIC24EP512GP204T-I/MV provides the right balance of analog integration and DSP throughput. Three on-chip op-amps condition biopotential or optical signals before the 12-bit ADC; the CTMU drives precision currents through optical sensors. The 70 MIPS core implements digital filters and DSP analysis within real-time constraints. 512 KB Flash accommodates algorithm libraries plus clinical UI code, and 48 KB SRAM handles signal buffers without spilling to external memory. The UQFN-48 6x6 mm package fits handheld enclosures. Compared with a 32-bit Cortex-M0, this part's analog integration cuts BOM and PCB area for medical devices, while remaining deterministic for safety-critical signal paths.
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Automotive Body & Comfort Modules
The PIC24EP512GP204T-I/MV (industrial -40C to +85C) suits body-electronics modules where high analog integration and modest compute are required. Applications include seat-control modules, mirror adjusters, HVAC blend-door actuators, and ambient lighting drivers. Its 35 I/O and three op-amps let it drive multiple low-side switches and read potentiometer feedback directly. The 70 MIPS core executes LIN or CAN-capable software stacks plus diagnostics. For non-safety modules the industrial grade suffices; for harsher under-hood or chassis roles, choose the PIC24EP512GP204-H/MV variant. 512 KB Flash supports multiple module variants in one firmware image. The UQFN-48 package enables compact PCB layouts behind dashboard panels. Compared with discrete MCU + analog ASIC designs, this single-chip approach reduces BOM and qualification scope.
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Audio DSP / Effects Processing
The PIC24EP512GP204T-I/MV provides enough MIPS for real-time audio DSP at line-level sample rates. With 70 MIPS, it can run parametric EQ, dynamics, and simple reverb algorithms on multi-channel audio streams within microsecond budgets. The configurable 12-bit ADC and on-chip op-amps support direct microphone or line-input conditioning. 512 KB Flash stores coefficient tables for multiple preset effects; 48 KB SRAM holds circular delay-line buffers for reverb or compressor state. The PWM plus timer chain can drive Class-D outputs directly, or pair with an external codec. Compared with a dedicated audio DSP, this part is cheaper for cost-sensitive consumer audio products like guitar pedals or karaoke mixers. The UQFN-48 6x6 mm footprint suits compact pedal enclosures.
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Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC24EP512GP204-I/MV | PIC24EP512GP204-E/MV | PIC24EP256GP204T-I/MV | PIC24EP256MC204T-I/MV | PIC24EP32GP204-I/MV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | UQFN-48 (MV) 6x6 mm | UQFN-48 (MV) - same | UQFN-48 (MV) - same | UQFN-48 (MV) - same | UQFN-48 (MV) - same | UQFN-48 (MV) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Flash Memory | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 256 KB | 256 KB | 32 KB |
| SRAM | 48 KB | 48 KB | 48 KB | 48 KB | 48 KB | 8 KB |
| CPU Speed | 70 MIPS / 60 MHz | 70 MIPS / 60 MHz | 70 MIPS / 60 MHz | 70 MIPS / 60 MHz | 70 MIPS / 60 MHz | 70 MIPS / 60 MHz |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +125C (Extended) | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +85C (Industrial) |
| Op Amps / Comparators | Up to 3 + comparator | Up to 3 + comparator | Up to 3 + comparator | Up to 3 + comparator | Up to 3 + comparator (MC variant) | Up to 3 + comparator |
| I/O Pins | 35 | 35 | 35 | 35 | 35 | 35 |
| ADC | 10-bit 1.1 Msps / 12-bit 500 ksps | 10/12-bit configurable | 10/12-bit configurable | 10/12-bit configurable | 10/12-bit configurable | 10/12-bit configurable |
Key Differentiators
- Integrated analog front-end reduces BOM (vs PIC24EP32GP204-I/MV)
- PTG peripheral for hardware event sequencing (vs PIC24EP256GP204T-I/MV)
- Compact UQFN-48 6x6 mm with full peripheral set (vs PIC24EP512GP206)
Design Notes
Place a 100 nF ceramic decoupling capacitor adjacent to every VDD/VSS pair on the PIC24EP512GP204T-I/MV. For the analog supply (AVDD/AVSS), use a 10 uF + 100 nF combination to keep ADC noise low. The 'T' parts in Tape & Reel are intended for high-volume reflow assembly; respect the moisture sensitivity level (MSL) by baking before rework. Keep total supply noise under 50 mV peak-to-peak for reliable ADC operation at 1.1 Msps.
The UQFN-48 (MV) package has an exposed thermal pad that MUST be soldered to a copper pour to meet thermal ratings. Use an 8x8 via array (0.3 mm drill, 0.5 mm pitch) tied to internal ground planes to spread heat from the silicon die. Keep analog and digital grounds separated on inner layers and join them only at a single point under the MCU. Route high-speed PWM traces away from analog input traces to minimize coupled noise.
The PTG peripheral and the configurable ADC are powerful but require careful configuration. Estimated: at 70 MIPS and 1.1 Msps ADC, an interrupt-heavy design with poor priority assignment can drop ADC samples. Always assign ADC interrupts higher priority than peripheral-triggers and avoid nesting interrupt handlers beyond three levels. Also note: the 'T' suffix denotes Tape & Reel only - it does NOT change silicon revision or electrical specs.
When using the on-chip op-amps to drive the ADC, route the op-amp output trace directly to the ADC input pin with no intervening vias. Keep trace length under 10 mm and avoid 90-degree bends. For PTG-driven ADC triggers, ensure the trigger source timer and PWM edge alignment are within 25 ns to prevent sample jitter. Use MPLAB X IDE's code configurator to visualize trigger chains before generating code.
Compliance Information
Industrial -40C to +85C grade ('I') is RoHS/REACH compliant. AEC-Q100 qualification requires the 'H' or 'E' grade variants; choose PIC24EP512GP204-H/MV for automotive.
