PIC24EP512GP806T-I/PT - 16-Bit 70MIPS MCU 512KB Flash | Microchip
MPN: PIC24EP512GP806T-I/PT ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $6.95 | $6.95 |
| 10 | $6.45 | $64.50 |
| 100 | $5.75 | $575.00 |
| 500 | $5.1 | $2,550.00 |
| 1,000 | $4.55 | $4,550.00 |
PIC24EP512GP806T-I/PT Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is an integrated circuit that combines a CPU core, program memory (Flash), working memory (RAM), and programmable peripherals (I/O, timers, communication controllers) onto a single die. Within the broader taxonomy, the PIC24EP sits between 8-bit MCUs (PIC16/PIC18) and 32-bit MCUs (PIC32) in Microchip's lineup, balancing performance and cost for general-purpose embedded designs. The PIC24E core adds Digital Signal Processing (DSP) instructions, which simplify closed-loop motor control and digital power-conversion algorithms.
The PIC24EP512GP806T-I/PT supports an operating voltage range of 3.0 V to 3.6 V and an industrial temperature range of -40 C to +85 C. It integrates a 16-channel 12-bit ADC with dedicated Sample-and-Hold and 10-bit DAC outputs, four general-purpose 16-bit timers plus two input capture and two output compare modules, and a real-time clock with calendar (RTCC) capable of seconds-to-years counting with external 32.768 kHz crystal support.
Typical applications include industrial motor control (BLDC, PMSM, AC induction), USB peripherals and Human Interface Devices (HID), CAN-connected automotive body controllers, and low-cost graphical displays driven through the Parallel Master Port (PMP). The combination of dual CAN, USB-OTG, and 16-bit PWM outputs is rare in this price class, making the part well-suited to mid-tier industrial and automotive ECUs.
When designing with this MCU, always supply a stable 3.3 V rail (LDO or buck) within +/- 5 percent, place decoupling capacitors as close as possible to every VDD/VSS pair, and program the configuration bits during the first firmware load. For noise-critical analog sampling, route the analog VDD/VSS pins to a quiet supply plane isolated from the digital switching currents.
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View Datasheet →PIC24EP512GP806T-I/PT Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core | PIC24E (dsPIC DSC) 16-bit RISC |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 70 MIPS (60 MIPs at 3.3V typical, per datasheet) |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 512 KB (170K x 24) |
| RAM | 52 KB (24K x 16 + 4K x 16 DMA) |
| Operating Voltage | 3.0 V to 3.6 V |
| I/O Pins | 122 |
| ADC | 12-bit, up to 16 channels, 500 ksps |
| DAC | 10-bit, 2 outputs (where present in this family) |
| USB | USB 2.0 Full-Speed OTG |
| CAN | 2x CAN 2.0B |
| Timers | 9 general purpose 16-bit + 2 x 32-bit |
| PWM Channels | Up to 12 PWM outputs |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +85 C (industrial, I grade) |
| Package | 64-pin TQFP (PT) 10x10 mm |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC24EP512GP806T-I/PT 64-pin tqfp (pt) 10x10 mm Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for PIC24EP512GP806T-I/PT (64-pin tqfp (pt) 10x10 mm 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 PIC24EP512GP806T-I/PT.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
PIC24EP512GP806T-I/PT is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Motor Control (BLDC / PMSM FOC), USB Human Interface Device (HID) Peripherals, Automotive CAN Gateway Nodes, Graphical Display Control via Parallel Master Port, Industrial Sensor Hub / IoT Edge Node, Digital Power Conversion (DC-DC, PFC).
Industrial Motor Control (BLDC / PMSM FOC)
The PIC24EP512GP806T-I/PT is engineered for cost-sensitive field-oriented control of brushless DC and permanent-magnet synchronous motors. Its 70 MIPS core executes the Park/Clarke transforms and PI current loops within a few microseconds, while the dedicated motor-control PWM module provides center-aligned complementary outputs with hardware dead-time insertion (typical 1 us to 4 us). The 12-bit ADC with four simultaneous sample-and-hold channels captures phase currents on every PWM cycle. The 512 KB Flash accommodates full state-machine plus sensorless observer libraries without external storage.
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USB Human Interface Device (HID) Peripherals
The on-chip USB 2.0 full-speed On-The-Go controller eliminates the need for an external bridge IC in HID peripherals such as keyboards, mice, game controllers, and custom input panels. The 70 MIPS core runs the USB stack plus application firmware, while 52 KB SRAM buffers HID reports without polling jitter. The 64-pin TQFP exposes 122 GPIOs, ample for scan matrices and RGB underglow LEDs. Firmware is loaded through the ICSP interface, and USB bus-powered designs meet suspend-current requirements below 2.5 mA.
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Automotive CAN Gateway Nodes
Dual CAN 2.0B controllers allow the PIC24EP512GP806T-I/PT to bridge two automotive buses (for example, body CAN and powertrain CAN) while simultaneously driving a third UART or LIN link. The 70 MIPS core processes up to 1000 messages per second per channel with deterministic latency. Industrial-grade -40 C to +85 C operation suits cabin-mounted ECUs; for under-hood deployment, the PIC24EP512GP806T-E/PT extended-temperature variant is drop-in. External MCP2551 or MCP2561 transceivers complete the ISO 11898 physical layer.
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Graphical Display Control via Parallel Master Port
The Parallel Master Port (PMP) of the PIC24EP512GP806T-I/PT drives 8-bit parallel TFT or OLED displays up to QVGA resolution at 30 fps, suitable for control-panel HMIs. The DMA engine offloads pixel data from Flash to PMP, freeing CPU for touch-sensing and protocol parsing. With 512 KB Flash storing full-frame bitmaps plus fonts, no external graphics memory is required. The combination of PMP, USB, and CAN allows a single MCU to drive the HMI and act as a network node in industrial machines.
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Industrial Sensor Hub / IoT Edge Node
The PIC24EP512GP806T-I/PT consolidates analog sensor readout, digital IO expansion, and dual-protocol uplinks in one device. Twelve 12-bit ADC inputs sample temperature, pressure, and flow sensors at 500 ksps aggregate, while UART/SPI/I2C interfaces connect to digital sensor front-ends. The 70 MIPS core runs lightweight TLS or proprietary encryption stacks for secure telemetry. Industrial temperature rating and 122 GPIOs support multi-zone sensing in factory automation cells.
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Digital Power Conversion (DC-DC, PFC)
The PIC24EP512GP806T-I/PT provides deterministic DSP performance for digital power-factor correction and synchronous-rectifier control loops. Its 70 MIPS execution budget runs current-mode control at 250 kHz switching frequency with 4 us control-cycle latency. Twelve high-speed PWM outputs drive interleaved phases; the dedicated ADC with 500 ksps throughput samples inductor currents and output voltages synchronously. The 512 KB Flash holds lookup tables, soft-start profiles, and telemetry logging.
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Engineering reference data for PIC24EP512GP806T-I/PT — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC24EP512GP806-I/PT | PIC24EP512GP806T-E/PT | PIC24EP256GP806-I/PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | TQFP-64 (10x10 mm) | TQFP-64 (10x10 mm) - same | TQFP-64 (10x10 mm) - same | TQFP-64 (10x10 mm) - same |
| Flash Memory | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 256 KB (-50%) |
| RAM | 52 KB | 52 KB | 52 KB | 48 KB (-8%) |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 70 MIPS | 70 MIPS | 70 MIPS | 70 MIPS |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +85 C (I) | -40 C to +85 C (I) | -40 C to +125 C (E) | -40 C to +85 C (I) |
| CAN Controllers | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| USB | USB 2.0 FS OTG | USB 2.0 FS OTG | USB 2.0 FS OTG | USB 2.0 FS OTG |
Key Differentiators
- Dual CAN 2.0B plus USB-OTG in 64-pin TQFP at this price point (vs PIC24EP256GP806-I/PT)
- Industrial temperature grade (-40 C to +85 C) is the standard offering (vs PIC24EP512GP806T-E/PT)
- DSP extensions on the PIC24E core simplify closed-loop control (vs PIC18F family 8-bit MCUs)
Design Notes
The PIC24EP512GP806T-I/PT requires a regulated 3.0 V to 3.6 V supply; place a 10 uF tantalum or ceramic bulk capacitor plus a 0.1 uF ceramic decoupling capacitor on every VDD/VSS pair (typically three pairs on the TQFP-64). The AVDD pin supplies the ADC and benefits from an LC or ferrite-bead filter that isolates it from the digital VDD, reducing ADC sampling noise by typically 1 to 2 LSB.
Keep the external 8 MHz primary oscillator traces short and guarded by a ground ring; route the 32.768 kHz crystal pins (SOSCO/SOSCI) away from high-frequency switching nodes such as PWM outputs. Expose the ICSP programming pins (PGECx/PGEDx) on a 6-pin header or test pad cluster so firmware updates do not require socketed parts.
Do not leave configuration bits in their default state: explicitly disable the watchdog timer if not in use (FWDTEN = OFF) and select the correct oscillator mode (FNOSC = PRIPLL with PLL enabled) before the first instruction. Brown-out reset (BOR) should be enabled at 2.7 V to prevent Flash corruption during supply droops. Always program the JTAG enable bit to OFF on production parts to free the RB8/RB9 pins for GPIO.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per Microchip product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified in I grade; choose PIC24EP512GP806T-E/PT (E grade) or PIC24EP512GP806T-I/MR automotive variants where AEC-Q100 is required.
