PIC32MK0512GPE064T-I/PT - 120MHz MCU 512KB Flash 64-TQFP | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MK0512GPE064T-I/PT ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $7.42 | $7.42 |
| 10 | $6.95 | $69.50 |
| 100 | $6.2 | $620.00 |
| 500 | $5.55 | $2,775.00 |
| 1,000 | $4.95 | $4,950.00 |
PIC32MK0512GPE064T-I/PT Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is an integrated circuit that combines a CPU core, volatile and non-volatile memory, and programmable peripherals on a single die. The PIC32MK family is a high-performance 32-bit line built on the MIPS microAptiv core with hardware FPU and DSP extensions, positioning it above traditional 8/16-bit MCUs and alongside Cortex-M4 class devices in the embedded 32-bit hierarchy: MCU -> 32-bit MCU -> Cortex-M/MIPS class -> PIC32MK sub-family.
Key features include the MIPS32 microAptiv core with single-precision hardware FPU and DSP extensions, four analog comparators with 12-bit DAC references, configurable logic cells (CLC), and a motor-control PWM peripheral set. The device also integrates a USB 2.0 Full-Speed OTG controller, multiple CAN-FD modules, dedicated ADC channels with up to 12-bit resolution, and high-resolution PWM. The 64-TQFP package exposes up to 53 GPIO lines while preserving analog-rich pin functions.
The architecture combines a deterministic interrupt controller with DMA-backed peripheral access, hardware math acceleration, and dual-bus matrix connectivity. ECC protection on Flash and parity on SRAM harden the device for industrial environments; the on-chip FPU supports 1.5 DMIPS/MHz, enabling closed-loop motor control and digital power conversion workloads.
Typical applications include industrial motor control (BLDC/PMSM/ACIM), digital power conversion (PFC, LLC, phase-shifted full-bridge), industrial IoT edge nodes, automotive body and accessory ECUs, and multi-axis robotic drives. The CAN-FD and USB-OTG peripherals make it a strong fit for factory-floor communication bridges and field-bus nodes.
When designing with this MCU, allocate decoupling capacitance per the datasheet's power-distribution diagram and follow the analog-ground star layout. The recommended alternative is PIC32MK0512GPK064 when a 1 MB Flash upgrade is required without footprint change.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives sourced from the Microchip PIC32MK family, and practical design notes not aggregated on any single manufacturer or distributor page.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MK0512GPE064T-I/PT Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core | MIPS32 microAptiv (32-bit) |
| FPU | Yes (single-precision hardware) |
| DSP Extensions | Yes (DSP ASE) |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 120 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 512 KB |
| SRAM | 256 KB |
| EEPROM | 4 KB |
| Supply Voltage | 2.2 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +85 C (Industrial) |
| Package | 64-pin TQFP (10x10 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| ADC Resolution | 12-bit |
| USB | USB 2.0 Full-Speed OTG |
| CAN | CAN-FD (multiple modules) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| MSL Level | 3 |
PIC32MK0512GPE064T-I/PT Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RG15 — GPIO / remappable peripheral |
| Pin 2 | RG0 — GPIO / remappable peripheral |
| Pin 3 | RG1 — GPIO / remappable peripheral |
| Pin 4 | RG2 — GPIO / remappable peripheral |
| Pin 5 | RG3 — GPIO / remappable peripheral |
| Pin 6 | RA0 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 7 | RA1 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 8 | RB0 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 9 | RB1 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 10 | RB2 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 11 | RB3 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 12 | RB4 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 13 | RB5 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 14 | RB6 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 15 | RB7 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 16 | RB8 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 17 | RB9 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 18 | RB10 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 19 | RB11 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 20 | RB12 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 21 | RB13 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 22 | RB14 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 23 | RB15 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 24 | RC0 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 25 | RC1 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 26 | RC2 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 27 | RC3 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 28 | RC4 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 29 | RC5 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 30 | RC6 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 31 | RC7 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 32 | RC8 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 33 | RC9 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 34 | RC10 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 35 | RC11 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 36 | RC12 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 37 | RC13 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 38 | RC14 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 39 | RC15 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 40 | RD0 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 41 | RD1 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 42 | RD2 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 43 | RD3 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 44 | RD4 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 45 | RD5 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 46 | RD6 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 47 | RD7 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 48 | RD8 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 49 | RD9 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 50 | RD10 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 51 | RD11 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 52 | RD12 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 53 | RD13 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 54 | RD14 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 55 | RD15 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 56 | RE0 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 57 | RE1 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 58 | RE2 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 59 | RE3 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 60 | RE4 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 61 | RE5 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 62 | RE6 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 63 | RE7 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 64 | VSS — Ground reference |
Typical Applications
PIC32MK0512GPE064T-I/PT is suitable for 6 applications: BLDC/PMSM Motor Control, Industrial Field-Bus Communication Nodes, Digital Power Conversion (PFC, LLC, PSFB), Industrial IoT Edge Controllers, Automotive Body and Accessory ECUs, Multi-Axis Robotic Drives.
BLDC/PMSM Motor Control
The PIC32MK0512GPE064T-I/PT fits BLDC and PMSM motor control because of its 120 MHz MIPS32 microAptiv core with single-precision FPU and DSP extensions, capable of executing field-oriented control (FOC) loops in well under 10 microseconds per PWM period. Its dedicated high-resolution PWM and motor-control PWM modules drive 3-phase inverter bridges at switching frequencies up to the MHz range. The integrated 12-bit ADC, four analog comparators with 12-bit DAC references, and CLC peripherals provide hardware-assisted current sampling, BEMF zero-cross detection, and fault shutoff. With 512 KB ECC Flash for commutation tables and 256 KB SRAM for working data, this MCU handles position-sensorless and sensored FOC on a single die.
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Industrial Field-Bus Communication Nodes
The PIC32MK0512GPE064T-I/PT supports industrial field-bus nodes through its integrated CAN-FD and USB 2.0 Full-Speed OTG controllers. CAN-FD enables higher throughput than classic CAN 2.0B, suiting CANopen, DeviceNet, and J1939 stacks common in industrial automation. The 120 MHz MIPS core runs protocol stacks deterministically, while 512 KB Flash stores Modbus, EtherCAT slave, or PROFINET bridge firmware. The 2.2-3.6 V supply range tolerates industrial 24 V bus variations after external regulation. With USB-OTG, the same MCU serves as a field-bus-to-USB bridge for diagnostics and firmware update tools on the factory floor.
Recommended
Digital Power Conversion (PFC, LLC, PSFB)
The PIC32MK0512GPE064T-I/PT handles digital power conversion workloads such as totem-pole PFC, LLC resonant converters, and phase-shifted full-bridge converters. Its 120 MHz MIPS core with DSP extensions executes current-mode control loops within 100-200 ns, while the high-resolution PWM (with sub-nanosecond duty cycle resolution) drives SiC and GaN switches accurately at high frequency. The on-chip 12-bit ADC with dedicated analog front-end enables simultaneous voltage and current sampling. 256 KB SRAM supports long-history logging for telemetry and adaptive loop tuning, and 4 KB EEPROM stores calibration constants and protection thresholds across power cycles.
Recommended
Industrial IoT Edge Controllers
The PIC32MK0512GPE064T-I/PT is well suited for industrial IoT edge controllers running Modbus, MQTT-SN, or proprietary edge-protocol stacks on its 120 MHz MIPS core. The 512 KB ECC Flash stores TLS certificates and protocol libraries while 256 KB SRAM handles TLS session buffers and edge analytics. USB OTG enables local configuration and OTA firmware update via USB stick, and CAN-FD delivers robust backplane communication with PLCs. The industrial -40 C to +85 C temperature range allows deployment in sealed control cabinets and outdoor enclosures. Microchip's MPLAB Harmony framework provides pre-validated IIoT middleware reducing time-to-market.
Recommended
Automotive Body and Accessory ECUs
The PIC32MK0512GPE064T-I/PT drives automotive body and accessory ECUs such as seat controllers, mirror adjusters, HVAC blowers, and lighting modules. Its CAN-FD peripheral connects to the vehicle bus carrying signals to the BCM and gateway ECUs, while 12-bit ADC and high-resolution PWM drive LED matrix headlights, HVAC damper motors, and seat-position memory functions. The 512 KB Flash supports complex LIN/CAN stacks plus diagnostic services (UDS), and 4 KB EEPROM stores fault codes and trim settings. Although the I-grade variant targets industrial -40 C to +85 C, the automotive-grade sibling PIC32MK...-E and -V parts share the same die and pinout for under-hood upgrades.
Recommended
Multi-Axis Robotic Drives
The PIC32MK0512GPE064T-I/PT is a strong choice for multi-axis robotic drive nodes where one MCU coordinates a single axis including motor FOC, encoder interface, and CAN-FD communication with the robot controller. Its hardware FPU and DSP extensions accelerate 6-step and sinusoidal commutation, while the configurable logic cells (CLC) implement custom timing and protection logic in hardware. The 256 KB SRAM enables trajectory buffering, and 512 KB Flash holds the robot-kinematics library and bootloader. Multiple devices on the same CAN-FD bus form a distributed multi-axis architecture with deterministic sub-millisecond loop times.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MK0512GPE064T-I/PT — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MK0512GPE064-I/PT | PIC32MK0512GPE064T-I/MR | PIC32MK0512GPG064T-I/PT | PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/PT | PIC32MK0512GPD064-I/PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 64-pin TQFP (10x10 mm) | 64-pin TQFP (10x10 mm) - same | 64-pin QFN - different footprint | 64-pin TQFP (10x10 mm) - same | 64-pin TQFP (10x10 mm) - same | 64-pin TQFP (10x10 mm) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Flash Memory | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 1 MB | 256 KB |
| SRAM | 256 KB | 256 KB | 256 KB | 256 KB | 256 KB | 128 KB |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +85 C (Industrial) | -40 C to +85 C | -40 C to +85 C | -40 C to +85 C | -40 C to +85 C | -40 C to +85 C |
| Packaging | Tape & Reel | Tray | Tape & Reel | Tape & Reel | Tape & Reel | Tray |
Key Differentiators
- Integrated USB 2.0 Full-Speed OTG (vs PIC32MK0512GPG064T-I/PT)
- 1 MB Flash upgrade path with same footprint (vs PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/PT)
- Tape-and-reel form factor for SMT production (vs PIC32MK0512GPE064-I/PT)
Design Notes
Decouple each VDDCORE/VDD pin pair with a 100 nF X7R ceramic capacitor placed within 5 mm of the pin, plus a bulk 4.7 uF X5R capacitor shared across all digital supplies. Separate analog (AVDD) and digital (VDD) planes and join at a single ferrite bead or zero-ohm resistor near the MCU to suppress analog-rail noise. Per Microchip PIC32MK family datasheet, the analog and digital grounds must also be tied at one star point to avoid ground-loop injection into the ADC reference. Hold the AVDD-to-AVSS differential below 100 mV to keep the ADC linearity within spec at 12-bit resolution.
The 64-pin TQFP (10x10 mm) has a typical thermal resistance (theta_JA) of approximately 41 C/W on a standard 2-layer JEDEC EIA/JESD51 test board. At 120 MHz with all peripherals active, dynamic current consumption reaches 35-45 mA (3.3 V), yielding about 150 mW of internal dissipation - within the thermal envelope for the TQFP package without an external heatsink. However, in enclosed IP54/IP65 housings with restricted airflow, the junction-to-ambient temperature rise can exceed 25 C above ambient and force a de-rate to 100 MHz or below.
Route the high-resolution PWM traces as differential pairs (PWMxH/PWMxL) with matched length to within 200 mils (5 mm), keeping a continuous ground reference plane directly beneath them to minimize gate-driver skew. Place the oscillator crystals (POSC/SOSC) within 10 mm of their XTAL pins and guard them with a ground ring; do not cross any switching signal trace above or beside the crystal traces. Per Microchip PIC32MK PCB layout guidelines, route the USB DP/DM traces with 90-ohm differential impedance and minimize stubs to below 3 mm to meet USB 2.0 Full-Speed signal integrity.
Do not exceed the maximum GPIO source/sink current of 10 mA per pin or 150 mA across all pins, otherwise the internal clamping diodes will inject current into the 3.3 V rail. Always configure unused pins as digital outputs (not inputs) to prevent floating-input current leakage of up to 1 uA per pin, which at 50 unused pins can cause 50 uA of unintended quiescent current - critical for low-power designs. Confirm the boot configuration bits before locking the MCU to avoid bricking the device, and ensure ICSP programming pins (PGDx/PGECx) have a pull-down resistor pair to prevent spurious reset entry during brown-out.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per Microchip product page. Industrial -40 C to +85 C grade; not AEC-Q100 qualified - choose the PIC32MK...-E or -V automotive variants for AEC-Q100 compliance. Lead-free and halogen-free per Microchip material declaration.
