PIC32MK0512GPK100T-E/PT - 120MHz 512KB Flash MCU | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MK0512GPK100T-E/PT ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $9.95 | $9.95 |
| 10 | $9.35 | $93.50 |
| 100 | $8.42 | $842.00 |
| 500 | $7.18 | $3,590.00 |
| 1,000 | $6.04 | $6,040.00 |
PIC32MK0512GPK100T-E/PT Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, program memory (Flash), data memory (RAM), and programmable peripherals into one package. In the broader semiconductor hierarchy, MCUs sit within the embedded computing category, alongside microprocessors (MPUs) and DSPs. Within the embedded-computing taxonomy, this part belongs to the 32-bit MCU tier, which delivers higher computational throughput than 8-bit or 16-bit MCUs and adds DSP-class instructions for signal-processing tasks.
Key features include a USB Full-Speed device/host/OTG controller, multiple 12-bit ADC modules with up to 3.5 Msps conversion rate, high-resolution PWM outputs targeting motor and digital-power control, and a rich communication peripheral set including CAN-FD, UART, SPI, I2C, and SQI. The 512KB ECC Flash provides bit-error correction for safety-critical firmware storage, and the dual-panel layout supports live update and simultaneous read-while-write. The part operates from 2.3V to 3.6V across an industrial -40C to +125C temperature range, qualified for the -E (extended) grade.
Architecturally, the PIC32MK combines a RISC-style Harvard architecture (separate instruction and data paths) with MicroMIPS compressed instructions, reducing code size by approximately 40% versus the standard MIPS32 instruction set. This allows complex motor-control or digital-power algorithms to fit in the on-chip Flash, while the FPU accelerates transcendental math used in vector control or Kalman-filter estimation loops.
Typical applications include industrial motor drives (BLDC, PMSM, ACIM), field-oriented control (FOC) and power-conversion inverters, industrial PLCs, multi-channel data acquisition with synchronized sampling, IIoT edge controllers, and USB-connected human-machine interface (HMI) panels. The combination of DSP extensions, FPU, and high-resolution PWM specifically targets digital power and motor-control firmware libraries from Microchip.
When designing with this device, ensure the high-resolution PWM timing requirements are met by following Microchip AN1078 (Sensorless Field Oriented Control) or AN1292 (Power Conversion) reference designs. Decoupling the AVDD/AVSS analog supply pins with 100nF + 10uF bulk capacitors per ADC is essential to achieve the rated 12-bit ENOB performance, and unused I/O should be configured as outputs low or inputs with internal pull-up to minimize I_leakage in safety-relevant hardware.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives in the same 100-TQFP footprint, datasheet download links, and practical motor-control design notes that go beyond the manufacturer datasheet excerpt.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MK0512GPK100T-E/PT Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 microAptiv |
| Core Width | 32-bit |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 120 MHz |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 512 KB (512K x 8) |
| SRAM | 128 KB (128K x 8) |
| EEPROM | 4 KB (4K x 8) |
| Flash ECC | Yes (dual-panel, ECC protected) |
| Operating Voltage Range | 2.3 V to 3.6 V |
| I/O Pins | 78 |
| FPU | Yes (single + double precision) |
| DSP Extensions | Yes (single-cycle MAC, 4x 64-bit accumulators) |
| ADC | 12-bit, multi-channel (up to 3.5 Msps) |
| USB | USB Full-Speed (device/host/OTG) |
| Communication Peripherals | CAN-FD, UART, SPI, I2C, SQI |
| High-Resolution PWM | Yes (motor/power control optimized) |
| Package | 100-pin TQFP (12x12 mm) |
| Operating Temperature Grade | -40C to +125C (Extended, -E suffix) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| MSL Level | 3 (168 hours) |
| RoHS Status | ROHS3 Compliant |
| Packaging | Tape & Reel (TR) |
PIC32MK0512GPK100T-E/PT 100-pin tqfp (12x12 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for PIC32MK0512GPK100T-E/PT (100-pin tqfp (12x12 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 PIC32MK0512GPK100T-E/PT.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
PIC32MK0512GPK100T-E/PT is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Motor Control (BLDC / PMSM), Digital Power Conversion (AC/DC, DC/DC, PFC), Industrial PLC and Process Controllers, Multi-Channel Data Acquisition Systems, Industrial IoT (IIoT) Edge Controllers, USB-Connected HMI and Operator Panels.
Industrial Motor Control (BLDC / PMSM)
The PIC32MK0512GPK100T-E/PT is purpose-built for industrial motor control. Its 120 MHz MIPS32 microAptiv core combined with hardware FPU executes the field-oriented-control (FOC) algorithm (Clarke/Park transforms, inverse Park, SVPWM) in a single PWM cycle, while the high-resolution PWM outputs deliver the switching timing required for low-ripple torque at high RPM. Four 64-bit accumulators and single-cycle MAC saturating/fractional math accelerate the current-loop PI controllers. The 512 KB ECC Flash stores the entire AN1078 sensorless-FOC reference firmware plus application-layer state machines. The integrated CAN-FD peripheral connects the drive to industrial networks.
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Digital Power Conversion (AC/DC, DC/DC, PFC)
For digital power conversion, the PIC32MK0512GPK100T-E/PT delivers the 120 MHz MIPS and hardware FPU needed for peak-current-mode and average-current-mode control loops in telecom and server power supplies. The high-resolution PWM (250 ps typical step) enables cycle-by-cycle duty-cycle adjustment at switching frequencies above 500 kHz, critical for GaN and SiC FET power stages. The 12-bit ADC with up to 3.5 Msps aggregate rate simultaneously samples input voltage, input current, output voltage, and temperature for multi-loop feedback. The USB Full-Speed port provides a PMBus-adjacent interface for telemetry upload to the host controller, while ECC Flash ensures the regulation firmware cannot be corrupted by bit flips in noisy power environments.
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Industrial PLC and Process Controllers
The PIC32MK0512GPK100T-E/PT is a strong fit for industrial PLC CPUs and process controllers where deterministic 1 ms cycle times and rich I/O are required. Its 78 I/O pins multiplex GPIO with UART, SPI, I2C, CAN-FD, and high-resolution PWM, allowing the single MCU to handle digital inputs, relay drivers, analog sensing, and field-bus communication without external logic. The 128 KB SRAM buffers scan lists for distributed I/O over EtherCAT or Modbus TCP via companion Ethernet PHYs. ECC-protected Flash enables IEC 61508 SIL-2 capable firmware builds, and the -40C to +125C extended temperature grade supports cabinet-free deployment near motors or in outdoor enclosures.
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Multi-Channel Data Acquisition Systems
The PIC32MK0512GPK100T-E/PT excels in multi-channel data acquisition systems requiring synchronized sampling across many analog inputs. Its multiple 12-bit ADC modules with up to 3.5 Msps aggregate rate can scan 16+ analog channels in parallel for vibration, strain-gauge, or thermocouple arrays in industrial test rigs. The hardware FPU accelerates FFTs and digital filters applied to the sampled data, while the 128 KB SRAM buffers the raw sample window before DMA transfer to USB or CAN-FD. The USB Full-Speed port streams the captured data to a host PC at up to 1 MB/s for real-time visualization, and ECC Flash protects the calibration lookup tables from bit corruption in electromagnetically noisy environments.
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Industrial IoT (IIoT) Edge Controllers
The PIC32MK0512GPK100T-E/PT functions as an IIoT edge controller that aggregates sensor data, runs edge analytics, and forwards filtered telemetry to the cloud. Its 120 MHz core with FPU supports lightweight ML inference (decision trees, anomaly detection) on raw sensor streams, while the USB Full-Speed port and CAN-FD provide industrial field-bus connectivity. The 512 KB ECC Flash stores the connectivity stack (MQTT, CoAP) plus edge firmware, and the 128 KB SRAM buffers compressed sensor payloads before transmission. The extended -40C to +125C temperature grade enables deployment in factory-floor cabinets, and the hardware crypto accelerator supports TLS 1.2 for secure MQTT over Ethernet or Wi-Fi companion modules.
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USB-Connected HMI and Operator Panels
The PIC32MK0512GPK100T-E/PT targets USB-connected human-machine interface (HMI) panels where it serves as both the graphics controller and the USB device. The integrated USB Full-Speed port enumerates as a vendor-class device to send touch events, display updates, and keypad presses to a host PC, while the 120 MHz core drives SPI-based TFT displays up to QVGA resolution. The high-resolution PWM outputs dim the backlight with 16-bit duty resolution for flicker-free operation, and the 12-bit ADC reads the touch-screen analog resistive network. The 512 KB Flash stores fonts, bitmaps, and the multi-page UI state machine, all protected by ECC for long-term panel reliability.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MK0512GPK100T-E/PT — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
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Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MK0512GPK100-E/PT | PIC32MK0512GPD100T-E/PT | PIC32MK0512GPE100T-E/PT | PIC32MK0512GPE100-I/PT | PIC32MK0512GPK064-E/PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 100-pin TQFP (12x12 mm) | 100-pin TQFP (12x12 mm) - same | 100-pin TQFP (12x12 mm) - same | 100-pin TQFP (12x12 mm) - same | 100-pin TQFP (12x12 mm) - same | 100-pin TQFP (12x12 mm) - same |
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 microAptiv | MIPS32 microAptiv | MIPS32 microAptiv | MIPS32 microAptiv | MIPS32 microAptiv | MIPS32 microAptiv |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 80 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 1 MB | 1 MB | 64 KB |
| SRAM | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | 256 KB | 256 KB | 8 KB |
| Operating Voltage Range | 2.3 V to 3.6 V | 2.3 V to 3.6 V | 2.3 V to 3.6 V | 2.3 V to 3.6 V | 2.3 V to 3.6 V | 2.3 V to 3.6 V |
| Temperature Grade | -40C to +125C (Extended) | -40C to +125C (Extended) | -40C to +125C (Extended) | -40C to +125C (Extended) | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +125C (Extended) |
Key Differentiators
- 120 MHz core with hardware FPU at this Flash/RAM tier (vs PIC32MK0512GPD100T-E/PT)
- Larger ECC-protected Flash for safety-critical firmware (vs PIC32MK0512GPK064-E/PT)
- Extended temperature grade for harsh environments (vs PIC32MK0512GPE100-I/PT)
Design Notes
Place a 10 uF bulk + 100 nF ceramic decoupling capacitor pair within 5 mm of every VDD/VDDIO pin pair on the PIC32MK0512GPK100T-E/PT. The 120 MHz core generates significant transient current spikes (up to 60 mA peak during FPU/MAC cycles); inadequate decoupling can cause ADC sample jitter that exceeds the 12-bit ENOB budget. Separate AVDD/AVSS analog supply pins should be filtered with a ferrite bead from the digital VDD rail to achieve the rated ADC performance.
The 100-pin TQFP (12x12 mm) package has theta_JA around 50 C/W on a 4-layer JEDEC test board. Estimated: at maximum CPU activity (120 MHz core, all peripherals active) the die draws about 80 mA at 3.3V, dissipating roughly 264 mW and yielding a junction temperature rise of ~13 C above ambient - well within the 125 C rating. Forcing the industrial temperature range (-40C to +125C ambient) leaves no margin for additional heat sources in the same air volume; deploy heatsinking only if co-located with power MOSFETs.
Route the high-resolution PWM outputs on an inner signal layer or short outer tracks to minimize capacitive loading - any extra 10 pF on a PWM pin will degrade the 250 ps resolution. Keep analog ADC traces (AN0..ANx) away from PWM and switching traces by at least 3W (where W = trace-to-pad spacing) to avoid switching-noise coupling into the 12-bit ADC. Place the 32.768 kHz crystal or high-speed crystal as close as possible to the OSC1/OSC2 pins, with guard ring on the outer layer.
Do not exceed 3.6 V on any VDD/VDDIO pin - the PIC32MK0512GPK100T-E/PT has no 5V tolerance on I/O. When migrating from PIC32MX designs, verify the ECAN module is configured for CAN-FD frame format if the bus uses CAN-FD; legacy PIC32MX CAN bit timing is incompatible. The USB D+/D- traces must be 90 ohm differential with a length match within 150 mils, per the USB 2.0 Full-Speed specification.
Compliance Information
ROHS3 compliant per Microchip product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - not intended for automotive under-hood use. Reach SVHC declaration available via Microchip product compliance portal.
