PIC32MK0512GPG048T-I/Y8X - 120MHz 32-bit MCU 512KB Flash | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MK0512GPG048T-I/Y8X ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $6.86 | $6.86 |
| 10 | $6.17 | $61.70 |
| 100 | $5.48 | $548.00 |
| 500 | $4.8 | $2,400.00 |
| 1,000 | $4.25 | $4,250.00 |
PIC32MK0512GPG048T-I/Y8X Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, program and data memory, and a rich set of on-chip peripherals such as timers, ADC, communication controllers, and I/O. Within the broader embedded hierarchy, the PIC32MK family sits between 8-bit PIC MCUs and full application processors, combining deterministic interrupt response with the peripheral bandwidth and code density needed for connected industrial equipment.
Key features of the PIC32MK0512GPG048T-I/Y8X include ECC-protected Flash for robust code storage, a high-speed 12-bit ADC, multiple PWM modules suitable for motor control, and a flexible communication set covering I2C, SPI, UART, USART, IrDA, and LIN. The 120 MHz core with its hardware multiply/divide and DSP extensions enables real-time DSP and control-loop computation alongside housekeeping tasks.
The device supports 2.3V to 3.6V single-supply operation, simplifying power-tree design, and integrates brown-out reset, watchdog timer, and code-protect features for industrial safety. Its peripheral touch (PTC) and high-resolution PWM make it a strong fit for digital-power conversion and BLDC/PMSM drives in the same platform.
Typical applications include industrial motor control, multi-channel sensor conditioning, IIoT edge gateways, general-purpose digital-power conversion, and high-performance consumer/HMI control. The wide operating voltage range and rich analog front end allow direct interface with motor-current shunts and resolver front ends.
When designing with this part, decouple VDD/VSS with a 1 uF bulk plus 100 nF ceramic near each VDD pin, follow Microchip's "minimum-viable" PCB layout guidelines for high-speed ADC accuracy, and use MPLAB Harmony v3 code configurators to shorten firmware development for motor-control and IIoT applications.
This page consolidates distributor pricing, drop-in package alternatives, and engineering design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet to accelerate your selection process for 32-bit PIC32MK designs.
Drop-in alternatives for PIC32MK0512GPG048T-I/Y8X — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
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View Datasheet →PIC32MK0512GPG048T-I/Y8X Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 microAptiv PIC32MK, 32-bit RISC |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 120 MHz |
| Program Flash Memory | 512 KB (512K x 8), ECC-protected |
| Data SRAM | 64 KB |
| Operating Voltage Range | 2.3 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 C to +85 C (Industrial) |
| Package | 48-pin TQFP (7x7 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Communication Peripherals | I2C, SPI, UART, USART, IrDA, LIN |
| CAN-FD | Not present (GP variant) |
| ADC | 12-bit (per family) |
| PWM Modules | High-resolution PWM (per family) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Series | PIC32MK GP (General Purpose) |
| Security Features | Code-protect, watchdog, brown-out reset |
PIC32MK0512GPG048T-I/Y8X Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RA0 — PORTA bit 0 / analog input / reference |
| Pin 2 | RA1 — PORTA bit 1 / analog input |
| Pin 3 | RA2 — PORTA bit 2 / analog input |
| Pin 4 | RA3 — PORTA bit 3 / analog input |
| Pin 5 | RA4 — PORTA bit 4 / analog input |
| Pin 6 | RA5 — PORTA bit 5 / analog input |
| Pin 7 | RA6 — PORTA bit 6 / oscillator |
| Pin 8 | RA7 — PORTA bit 7 / oscillator |
| Pin 9 | VDD — Positive supply (2.3-3.6 V) |
| Pin 10 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 11 | RB0 — PORTB bit 0 / programming |
| Pin 12 | RB1 — PORTB bit 1 |
| Pin 13 | RB2 — PORTB bit 2 |
| Pin 14 | RB3 — PORTB bit 3 |
| Pin 15 | RB4 — PORTB bit 4 |
| Pin 16 | RB5 — PORTB bit 5 |
| Pin 17 | RB6 — PORTB bit 6 / ICSCLK |
| Pin 18 | RB7 — PORTB bit 7 / ICSDAT |
| Pin 19 | RC0 — PORTC bit 0 |
| Pin 20 | RC1 — PORTC bit 1 |
| Pin 21 | RC2 — PORTC bit 2 |
| Pin 22 | RC3 — PORTC bit 3 |
| Pin 23 | RC4 — PORTC bit 4 |
| Pin 24 | RC5 — PORTC bit 5 |
| Pin 25 | RC6 — PORTC bit 6 |
| Pin 26 | RC7 — PORTC bit 7 |
| Pin 27 | RD0 — PORTD bit 0 |
| Pin 28 | RD1 — PORTD bit 1 |
| Pin 29 | RD2 — PORTD bit 2 |
| Pin 30 | RD3 — PORTD bit 3 |
| Pin 31 | RD4 — PORTD bit 4 |
| Pin 32 | RD5 — PORTD bit 5 |
| Pin 33 | RD6 — PORTD bit 6 |
| Pin 34 | RD7 — PORTD bit 7 |
| Pin 35 | RE0 — PORTE bit 0 |
| Pin 36 | RE1 — PORTE bit 1 |
| Pin 37 | RE2 — PORTE bit 2 |
| Pin 38 | RE3 — PORTE bit 3 |
| Pin 39 | RE4 — PORTE bit 4 |
| Pin 40 | RE5 — PORTE bit 5 |
| Pin 41 | RE6 — PORTE bit 6 |
| Pin 42 | RE7 — PORTE bit 7 |
| Pin 43 | RF0 — PORTF bit 0 |
| Pin 44 | RF1 — PORTF bit 1 |
| Pin 45 | RF2 — PORTF bit 2 |
| Pin 46 | RF3 — PORTF bit 3 |
| Pin 47 | VDD — Positive supply (2.3-3.6 V) |
| Pin 48 | VSS — Ground reference |
Typical Applications
PIC32MK0512GPG048T-I/Y8X is suitable for 7 applications: Industrial Motor Control (BLDC/PMSM FOC), IIoT Edge Gateway / Sensor Hub, Digital Power Conversion (DC-DC, PFC, Inverter), Industrial PLC and Multi-Channel Sensor Conditioning, Building Automation and HVAC Controllers, Consumer HMI and Touch Interfaces, Robotics and Drone Flight Controllers.
Industrial Motor Control (BLDC/PMSM FOC)
The PIC32MK0512GPG048T-I/Y8X is well matched to industrial BLDC/PMSM motor control with field-oriented control (FOC) running on its 120 MHz MIPS32 microAptiv core with DSP extensions. Its high-resolution PWM modules provide nanosecond-grade edge placement for low-ripple torque, and the 12-bit ADC with fast sample rate supports simultaneous current-sense sampling on multiple shunt resistors. The 64 KB SRAM holds state-space observers and PI controller history, while 512 KB ECC Flash stores the control loop, commutation tables, and fault-recovery routines. Industrial -40 C to +85 C operation and ECC Flash improve reliability on the factory floor.
Recommended
IIoT Edge Gateway / Sensor Hub
Industrial IoT edge gateways benefit from the PIC32MK0512GPG048T-I/Y8X's 120 MHz core, 512 KB ECC Flash, and rich communication set including UART, SPI, I2C, IrDA, and LIN. The MCU aggregates sensor data over RS-485, I2C, or SPI, performs local filtering and edge analytics, and forwards payloads to the cloud over an external Wi-Fi or Ethernet module. ECC Flash is critical for unattended deployments where bit-flips could corrupt firmware. Industrial temperature grade supports outdoor cabinets and factory-floor enclosures without active cooling.
Recommended
Digital Power Conversion (DC-DC, PFC, Inverter)
Digital power supplies benefit from the PIC32MK0512GPG048T-I/Y8X's high-resolution PWM, fast 12-bit ADC, and DSP extensions for control-loop math. The MCU implements peak current-mode control, PFC loops, or LLC resonant control with cycle-by-cycle adjustment, replacing legacy analog controllers. The 64 KB RAM allows multi-loop state machines for interleaved PFC and LLC stages, while the 2.3-3.6 V supply matches directly to logic-level gate drivers. ECC Flash preserves calibration coefficients across thermal cycles.
Recommended
Industrial PLC and Multi-Channel Sensor Conditioning
PLC analog input modules and multi-channel sensor hubs leverage the PIC32MK0512GPG048T-I/Y8X's multiple ADC channels, UART/SPI/I2C host ports, and 64 KB SRAM for data buffering. The MCU scans thermocouples, RTDs, 4-20 mA loops, and digital sensors, applies linearization and filtering, and exposes processed values over RS-485 or CAN to the central PLC. ECC Flash is mandatory in long-lifecycle industrial deployments where undetected memory corruption could cause unsafe control decisions.
Recommended
Building Automation and HVAC Controllers
Building automation controllers use the PIC32MK0512GPG048T-I/Y8X for distributed HVAC, lighting, and blind control with fieldbus connectivity. The MCU drives triac/PWM outputs for damper and valve actuators, reads multiple temperature/humidity sensors, and communicates with the central BMS over RS-485, LIN, or CAN. The 120 MHz core handles BACnet/Modbus message parsing plus control loops concurrently. The 2.3-3.6 V supply aligns with 3.3 V powered sensor networks.
Recommended
Consumer HMI and Touch Interfaces
Consumer HMI panels with touch displays benefit from the PIC32MK0512GPG048T-I/Y8X's integrated peripheral touch controller (PTC), high-resolution PWM for backlight, and SPI/QSPI interfaces for TFT displays. The 120 MHz core runs LVGL or emWin graphics stacks driving 320x240 to 480x272 RGB displays from external RAM. ECC Flash preserves UI assets and configuration data, while the industrial temperature grade supports outdoor kiosks and rugged handheld devices.
Recommended
Robotics and Drone Flight Controllers
Robotics controllers and small drone flight stacks use the PIC32MK0512GPG048T-I/Y8X for multi-axis attitude control, sensor fusion, and communication. The 120 MHz MIPS32 core with DSP runs a complementary filter or EKF for IMU fusion at 1 kHz while servicing UART, SPI, and I2C buses for GPS, magnetometer, and ESC telemetry. The high-resolution PWM outputs drive ESCs with sub-microsecond timing. ECC Flash and industrial temp grade provide reliability for vibration-prone robotics platforms.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MK0512GPG048T-I/Y8X — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MK0512GPG048-I/Y8X | PIC32MK0512GPG048-E/Y8X | PIC32MK0512GPG048T-E/Y8X | PIC32MK0512GPG048-E/7MX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 48-pin TQFP (7x7 mm) | 48-pin TQFP (7x7 mm) - same | 48-pin TQFP (7x7 mm) - same | 48-pin TQFP (7x7 mm) - same | 48-pin TQFP (7x7 mm) - same |
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 microAptiv 32-bit | MIPS32 microAptiv 32-bit - same | MIPS32 microAptiv 32-bit - same | MIPS32 microAptiv 32-bit - same | MIPS32 microAptiv 32-bit - same |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 512 KB ECC | 512 KB ECC | 512 KB ECC | 512 KB ECC | 512 KB ECC |
| SRAM | 64 KB | 64 KB | 64 KB | 64 KB | 64 KB |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +85 C (Industrial) | -40 C to +85 C (Industrial) | -40 C to +125 C (Extended) | -40 C to +125 C (Extended) | -40 C to +125 C (Extended) |
| Packaging | Tape & Reel | Tray | Tray | Tape & Reel | 7-inch Reel |
| CAN-FD | Not present (GP variant) | Not present (GP variant) | Not present (GP variant) | Not present (GP variant) | Not present (GP variant) |
Key Differentiators
- Industrial temperature grade with ECC Flash (vs PIC32MK0512GPG048-E/Y8X)
- Tape-and-reel packaging for SMT production (vs PIC32MK0512GPG048-I/Y8X)
- Rich analog/motor-control peripheral set without CAN-FD (vs PIC32MK0512MCJ048T-I/Y8X)
Design Notes
Decouple each VDD pin with a 100 nF X7R ceramic capacitor placed within 3 mm of the pin, and add a single 1 uF bulk capacitor near the supply entry point. Use a low-impedance ground plane on layer 2 (under the MCU) and route high-speed signals (SPI, PWM outputs) on the top layer above an unbroken ground reference. According to Microchip's 'Minimum Viable PCB' design guide, this layout yields ADC SNR within 1 dB of datasheet figures and minimizes PWM-to-ADC crosstalk.
Operate the PIC32MK0512GPG048T-I/Y8X from a clean 3.3 V rail within 2.3-3.6 V. Use a low-dropout regulator such as MCP1700 or MIC5319 with at least 100 mA headroom over the MCU's worst-case 70 mA active current. Add bulk capacitance to handle inrush during Flash programming; Microchip recommends at least 10 uF bulk + 100 nF per VDD pair. Brown-out reset (BOR) is enabled by default at 2.0 V; configure in configuration bits if a different threshold is needed.
Avoid confusing the GP and MC variants: the 'GP' in PIC32MK0512GPG048 denotes General Purpose with NO CAN-FD, while the 'MCJ' or 'MC' suffix indicates CAN-FD presence. Choosing the wrong variant when CAN-FD is required is a common design error that forces a board respin. Also note that configuration bits must be set BEFORE first programming to enable the desired oscillator and disable unused peripherals - failure to do so can leave the part in an undefined state on power-up.
When using the high-resolution PWM outputs to drive motor phases or power switches, keep the PWM traces short and avoid routing them parallel to sensitive analog inputs (ADC channels). Place current-sense amplifiers (e.g. MCP6C02) within 10 mm of the shunt resistor and route the differential pair over a continuous ground reference. For ADC accuracy better than 10 ENOB, use a 4-layer PCB with dedicated analog and digital ground planes tied at a single point under the MCU.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per LCSC listing. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - for automotive choose PIC32MK automotive variants. Industrial temperature grade (I) per part number suffix.
