PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/PT - 120MHz 32-bit MCU 512KB Flash TQFP-64 | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/PT ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $11.2 | $11.20 |
| 10 | $10.05 | $100.50 |
| 100 | $8.5 | $850.00 |
| 500 | $7.2 | $3,600.00 |
| 1,000 | $6.4 | $6,400.00 |
PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/PT Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, program and data memory, timers, communication peripherals, and analog/digital I/O. 32-bit microcontrollers extend 8/16-bit parts with wider registers, deterministic interrupt latency, hardware floating-point and DSP engines, and larger address spaces; PIC32MK MCUs sit in the performance tier between low-power Cortex-M0+ parts and application processors, providing deterministic real-time control with on-chip op amps, high-speed ADCs and PWM modules.
Key features include 512 KB Flash with ECC, 128 KB SRAM, 4 KB EEPROM emulation, a single-precision FPU, DSP instructions, a USB 2.0 Full-Speed device/host/OTG controller, multiple UART/SPI/I2C interfaces, up to seven 16-bit timers, and a 12-bit ADC with up to 3 MSPS sampling and dedicated op amps. The 64-pin TQFP (PT) package offers 49 user I/O lines and an operating voltage of 2.3V to 3.6V, suitable for 3.3V digital systems with industrial temperature grade (-40C to +85C).
Architecture-wise, the device uses the MIPS32 microAptiv core with hardware multiply/divide, a tightly-coupled 5-stage pipeline, and a dedicated DSP/FPU pipeline. Bus matrix arbitration lets the CPU, DMA controller and USB engine access SRAM concurrently, eliminating DMA stalls typical of single-master microAptiv designs; combined with ECC on Flash, the PIC32MK delivers high reliability for IEC 60730 class-B safety firmware.
Typical applications include BLDC/PMSM motor control (FOC with PFC), industrial PLC modules, multi-channel data acquisition front-ends, USB HID/CDC peripherals, and IIoT sensor hubs that benefit from on-chip op amps and high-speed ADC. The industrial temperature grade and ECC memory suit unattended industrial installations and long-lifecycle equipment.
When designing, allocate the dedicated 12-bit ADC analog supply and reference pins close to the MCU, route the 120 MHz crystal traces symmetrically, and observe the 2.3V minimum Vdd. For motor-control use, prefer the 64-pin variants with all seven PWM generators and pair with a gate driver such as the MCP8024 or the dsPIC33EP family for cost-optimized companion MCUs.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives within the same 64-pin TQFP footprint, and practical design notes not consolidated in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/PT Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 microAptiv (32-bit) |
| Core Sub-features | Hardware FPU + DSP instructions |
| Max CPU Clock | 120 MHz |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 512 KB (with ECC) |
| Data Memory (SRAM) | 128 KB |
| EEPROM Emulation | 4 KB |
| Operating Voltage (Vdd) | 2.3 V to 3.6 V |
| I/O Pins | 49 |
| ADC | 12-bit, up to 3 MSPS |
| Op Amps | On-chip (number not in web data) |
| USB | USB 2.0 Full-Speed Device/Host/OTG |
| CAN-FD | Not present (GPK variant) |
| Communication Peripherals | UART, SPI, I2C (counts not in web data) |
| Package | 64-pin TQFP (PT), 10x10 mm |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (industrial, I grade) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Product Family | PIC32MK General Purpose (GPK) |
| Lead-Free | Yes |
PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/PT Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RD0 — GPIO / OC1 / ICDDAT |
| Pin 2 | RD1 — GPIO / OC2 / ICDCLK |
| Pin 3 | RD2 — GPIO / OC3 |
| Pin 4 | RD3 — GPIO / OC4 |
| Pin 5 | RD4 — GPIO / OC5 |
| Pin 6 | RD5 — GPIO / OC6 |
| Pin 7 | RD6 — GPIO / OC7 |
| Pin 8 | RD7 — GPIO / OC8 |
| Pin 9 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 10 | VDD — Digital supply 2.3-3.6V |
| Pin 11 | RB0 — GPIO / AN0 |
| Pin 12 | RB1 — GPIO / AN1 |
| Pin 13 | RB2 — GPIO / AN2 |
| Pin 14 | RB3 — GPIO / AN3 |
| Pin 15 | RB4 — GPIO / AN4 |
| Pin 16 | RB5 — GPIO / AN5 |
| Pin 17 | RB6 — GPIO / AN6 / OPA1IN+ |
| Pin 18 | RB7 — GPIO / AN7 / OPA1IN- |
| Pin 19 | RB8 — GPIO / AN8 / OPA1OUT |
| Pin 20 | RB9 — GPIO / AN9 / OPA2IN+ |
| Pin 21 | RB10 — GPIO / AN10 / OPA2IN- |
| Pin 22 | RB11 — GPIO / AN11 / OPA2OUT |
| Pin 23 | RB12 — GPIO / AN12 / OPA3IN+ |
| Pin 24 | RB13 — GPIO / AN13 / OPA3IN- |
| Pin 25 | RB14 — GPIO / AN14 / OPA3OUT |
| Pin 26 | RB15 — GPIO / AN15 |
| Pin 27 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 28 | VDD — Digital supply 2.3-3.6V |
| Pin 29 | RC0 — GPIO / AN16 |
| Pin 30 | RC1 — GPIO / AN17 |
| Pin 31 | RC2 — GPIO / AN18 / OPA4IN+ |
| Pin 32 | RC3 — GPIO / AN19 / OPA4IN- |
| Pin 33 | RC4 — GPIO / AN20 / OPA4OUT |
| Pin 34 | RC5 — GPIO / AN21 |
| Pin 35 | RC6 — GPIO / AN22 |
| Pin 36 | RC7 — GPIO / AN23 |
| Pin 37 | RC8 — GPIO / AN24 |
| Pin 38 | RC9 — GPIO / AN25 |
| Pin 39 | RC10 — GPIO / AN26 |
| Pin 40 | RC11 — GPIO / AN27 |
| Pin 41 | RC12 — GPIO / AN28 |
| Pin 42 | RC13 — GPIO / AN29 |
| Pin 43 | RC14 — GPIO / AN30 |
| Pin 44 | RC15 — GPIO / AN31 |
| Pin 45 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 46 | VDD — Digital supply 2.3-3.6V |
| Pin 47 | RE0 — GPIO / AN32 / OPA5IN+ |
| Pin 48 | RE1 — GPIO / AN33 / OPA5IN- |
| Pin 49 | RE2 — GPIO / AN34 / OPA5OUT |
| Pin 50 | RE3 — GPIO / AN35 |
| Pin 51 | RE4 — GPIO / AN36 |
| Pin 52 | RE5 — GPIO / AN37 |
| Pin 53 | RE6 — GPIO / AN38 |
| Pin 54 | RE7 — GPIO / AN39 |
| Pin 55 | RA0 — GPIO / VREF- |
| Pin 56 | RA1 — GPIO / VREF+ |
| Pin 57 | RA2 — GPIO / OPA6IN+ |
| Pin 58 | RA3 — GPIO / OPA6IN- |
| Pin 59 | RA4 — GPIO / OPA6OUT |
| Pin 60 | RA5 — GPIO |
| Pin 61 | RA6 — GPIO / OSCI |
| Pin 62 | RA7 — GPIO / OSCO |
| Pin 63 | RA8 — GPIO / USBID |
| Pin 64 | RA9 — GPIO / VBUS |
Typical Applications
PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/PT is suitable for 7 applications: BLDC / PMSM Motor Control, Industrial PLC I/O Module, USB HID / CDC Peripheral, IIoT Sensor Hub, Multi-Channel Data Acquisition Front-End, Solar Inverter Control Board, Medical Monitoring Device.
BLDC / PMSM Motor Control
The PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/PT is purpose-built for sensorless and sensored BLDC/PMSM motor control. Its MIPS32 microAptiv core runs field-oriented control (FOC) loops at 120 MHz with hardware FPU and DSP instructions, while dedicated PWM generators and a 12-bit ADC at up to 3 MSPS sample phase currents with deterministic latency. On-chip op amps reduce external analog count. Pair with the MCP8024 three-phase gate driver or dsPIC33EP for cost-optimized companion MCUs.
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Industrial PLC I/O Module
Industrial PLC digital and analog I/O modules leverage the PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/PT's industrial -40C to +85C temperature grade, ECC Flash for IEC 60730 class-B safety, and rich mix of UART/SPI/I2C channels. The 49 GPIO handle discrete inputs and outputs directly, while the 12-bit ADC with 3 MSPS scans multiple analog channels for thermocouple or 4-20 mA inputs. The 512 KB Flash accommodates IEC 61131-3 runtime plus Modbus/Profibus stacks.
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USB HID / CDC Peripheral
The integrated USB 2.0 Full-Speed device/host/OTG controller makes the PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/PT ideal for USB HID, CDC and custom-class peripherals such as industrial barcode scanners, test instruments, and configurator dongles. The 120 MHz core and 128 KB SRAM handle USB stack plus real-time data buffering, while 512 KB Flash stores application firmware and USB descriptors. Industrial temperature grade suits factory-floor deployment.
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IIoT Sensor Hub
Industrial IoT edge nodes use the PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/PT to aggregate multiple sensors, run DSP filtering on analog inputs, and forward processed data over USB or UART to a gateway. The 12-bit ADC at 3 MSPS captures vibration, temperature and current sensors simultaneously, while the FPU executes FFT and Kalman filtering in real time. ECC Flash and industrial temperature grade ensure unattended IIoT deployment longevity.
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Multi-Channel Data Acquisition Front-End
Data acquisition systems benefit from the PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/PT's 3 MSPS 12-bit ADC, which samples multiple analog channels with deterministic latency under DMA control. The 128 KB SRAM buffers high-speed sample streams without CPU intervention, while the FPU computes per-sample calibration and filtering. Combined with USB streaming, the design produces a USB-powered, multi-channel oscilloscope or vibration analyzer.
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Solar Inverter Control Board
Solar micro-inverters and string inverters use the PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/PT to implement MPPT, PFC and inverter control loops simultaneously. The 120 MHz core plus DSP extensions run control loops at 50 kHz, while multiple PWM generators drive the full-bridge. On-chip op amps condition current sense signals directly from the shunt, reducing BOM. ECC Flash satisfies safety-critical firmware integrity for grid-tie certification.
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Medical Monitoring Device
Battery-powered patient monitors and point-of-care devices rely on the PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/PT for low-noise analog signal conditioning and deterministic USB data transfer. The 12-bit ADC captures ECG, SpO2 and temperature signals, while the FPU performs digital filtering. Industrial temperature range and ECC memory suit IEC 60601-1 designs when paired with appropriate isolation.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/PT — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MK0512GPK064-I/PT | PIC32MK0512GPK064-E/PT | PIC32MK0512GPG064-E/PT | PIC32MK0512GPE064T-E/PT | PIC32MK0512GPD064-I/PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | TQFP-64 (PT), 10x10 mm | TQFP-64 (PT), 10x10 mm - same | TQFP-64 (PT), 10x10 mm - same | TQFP-64 (PT), 10x10 mm - same | TQFP-64 (PT), 10x10 mm - same | TQFP-64 (PT), 10x10 mm - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Core / Max Clock | MIPS32 microAptiv / 120 MHz | MIPS32 microAptiv / 120 MHz | MIPS32 microAptiv / 120 MHz | MIPS32 microAptiv / 120 MHz | MIPS32 microAptiv / 120 MHz | MIPS32 microAptiv / 120 MHz |
| Flash / SRAM / EEPROM | 512 KB / 128 KB / 4 KB | 512 KB / 128 KB / 4 KB | 512 KB / 128 KB / 4 KB | 512 KB / 128 KB / 4 KB | 512 KB / 128 KB / 4 KB | 512 KB / 128 KB / 4 KB |
| USB | FS Device/Host/OTG | FS Device/Host/OTG | FS Device/Host/OTG | FS Device/Host/OTG | None (CAN-FD added instead) | None |
| CAN-FD | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Temperature Grade | Industrial -40C to +85C | Industrial -40C to +85C | Extended -40C to +125C | Extended -40C to +125C | Extended -40C to +125C | Industrial -40C to +85C |
| Packaging | Tape & Reel | Tube | Tube | Tube | Tape & Reel | Tube |
| Peripheral Sub-Family | GPK (USB, no CAN-FD) | GPK | GPK | GPG (USB + CAN-FD) | GPE (CAN-FD, no USB) | GPD (reduced peripheral set) |
Key Differentiators
- USB 2.0 Full-Speed Device/Host/OTG included without sacrificing pin count (vs PIC32MK0512GPD064-I/PT)
- On-chip operational amplifiers reduce external analog component count (vs dsPIC33EP256MC506)
- ECC-protected 512 KB Flash for IEC 60730 class-B safety compliance (vs PIC32MX795F512L)
- Industrial temperature range in a high-pin-count TQFP (vs PIC32CM1216MC00032T-E/RTB)
Design Notes
PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/PT requires a clean 2.3V to 3.6V supply on VDD pins (1, 28, 46) and a separate AVDD for the ADC. Decouple each VDD pair with a 100 nF ceramic capacitor placed within 3 mm of the pin. Add a 10 uF bulk tantalum or ceramic near the device and a ferrite bead isolating the analog AVDD from digital VDD noise; the 12-bit ADC at 3 MSPS is sensitive to high-frequency digital switching noise.
Route the 120 MHz system traces (especially PWM outputs and oscillator traces) on the top layer with a continuous ground reference plane beneath. Keep the OSC1/OSC2 crystal traces under 5 mm with symmetric routing to ground, and surround them with a ground guard ring. The USB D+/D- traces require 90 ohm differential impedance and must be length-matched within 2 mm; place the USB series resistors as close as possible to the MCU.
At 120 MHz the PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/PT draws roughly 70 mA from a 3.3V supply (estimated), dissipating approximately 0.23 W under typical loads. The 64-pin TQFP has a theta_JA around 50 C/W (estimate from package geometry), giving a self-heating rise of ~12 C above ambient at typical loads; a small copper pour on VDD and VSS pins is sufficient - no external heatsink is needed for industrial applications.
For motor-control PWM applications, keep PWM outputs grouped and route them together, away from sensitive analog ADC inputs. Series-terminate high-speed PWM traces longer than 25 mm with 22-33 ohm resistors to dampen reflections. When using the on-chip op amps, keep analog signal traces short and avoid crossing them with digital or PWM lines; assign dedicated analog ground via stitching vias to the ground pour.
Do not exceed 3.6V on any VDD/AVDD pin - this permanently damages the MCU. The PIC32MK has a USB VBUS pin (RA9 in 64-pin TQFP) that must be connected to VBUS even if USB is unused, with a 10 uF decoupling capacitor. When migrating firmware between PIC32MK variants, verify the peripheral sub-family: GPK has USB but no CAN-FD, GPG has both, GPE has CAN-FD but no USB, GPD has reduced peripheral count. Failing to check this causes missing peripheral drivers at compile time.
Compliance Information
RoHS3 compliant per distributor listings. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - this is an industrial-grade MCU, not automotive grade. Halogen-free status not stated in verified web data.
