PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR - 120MHz 512KB MCU 64-QFN | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $6.45 | $6.45 |
| 10 | $5.81 | $58.10 |
| 100 | $5.16 | $516.00 |
| 500 | $4.64 | $2,320.00 |
| 1,000 | $4.13 | $4,130.00 |
PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is an integrated circuit that combines a CPU core, program memory (Flash), data memory (SRAM), and a broad set of on-chip peripherals (timers, ADC, communication controllers) into a single chip, enabling compact embedded designs without external glue logic. The PIC32MK family sits at the top of Microchip's 32-bit MCU portfolio, positioned between general-purpose PIC32MX and high-performance dsPIC/PIC32MZ families, with hardware floating-point, DSP extensions, and dedicated motor-control peripherals.
Key features of the PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR include a 120MHz MIPS32 microAptiv core with FPU and DSP extensions, 512KB ECC Flash with pre-fetch cache, 64KB SRAM, 4KB EEPROM emulation, four dedicated op-amps for current sensing, dual 12-bit 5MSPS ADC modules with up to 32 analog inputs, and dual CAN-FD controllers. The integrated op-amps eliminate external analog signal conditioning for Field-Oriented Control (FOC) motor loops, reducing BOM cost and PCB area.
The architecture separates high-speed analog from digital logic using independent ADC cores and dedicated DMA channels, enabling deterministic sampling even under heavy interrupt load. Hardware CRC, AES, and deadman timers support functional-safety and industrial-automation requirements. The 64-QFN package exposes 53 GPIO and supports JTAG/ICSP trace for debug.
Typical applications include BLDC/PMSM motor drives (FOC up to 4 motors), solar inverters, industrial PLC modules, IIoT edge nodes with CAN-FD backbones, and multi-axis robotic controllers. The dual CAN-FD controllers and high ADC bandwidth also suit automotive body-electronics gateways.
Design tip: when targeting this MCU for motor control, allocate the four integrated op-amps to phase-current sensing and route ADC traces as differential pairs; provide a clean 3.3V AVDD rail (LDO from system 5V) and short the AGND pin to GND at a single star point to avoid analog-to-digital crosstalk under PWM switching.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternative candidates, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet, including same-package alternatives for footprint reuse across the PIC32MK family.
Drop-in alternatives for PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Package, Core Architecture, ADC, Operating Temperature, USB.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core | MIPS32 microAptiv (PIC32MK) |
| Core Architecture | 32-bit RISC with FPU and DSP extensions |
| CPU Speed | 120 MHz |
| Program Memory | 512 KB ECC Flash |
| RAM | 64 KB SRAM |
| EEPROM Emulation | 4 KB |
| Package | 64-QFN (9x9 mm) |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial) |
| ADC | Dual 12-bit, up to 5 MSPS, up to 32 analog inputs |
| Op-Amps | 4 integrated operational amplifiers |
| CAN Modules | 2x CAN-FD controllers |
| Cryptography | AES and CRC hardware accelerators |
| Debug | JTAG / ICSP / Trace |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR 64-qfn (9x9 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR (64-qfn (9x9 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 PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR is suitable for 6 applications: BLDC / PMSM Motor Control (Field-Oriented Control), Industrial PLC and Control Modules, Industrial IoT Edge Nodes with CAN-FD Backbone, Solar Inverter and Power Conversion Control, Multi-Axis Robotic and CNC Controllers, Automotive Body and Gateway Electronics.
BLDC / PMSM Motor Control (Field-Oriented Control)
The PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR is purpose-built for FOC motor control with 4 integrated op-amps, dual 12-bit 5 MSPS ADCs, and DSP extensions on the 120 MHz MIPS core. The integrated op-amps accept phase-current shunt signals directly, eliminating external analog conditioning and reducing BOM cost by $0.50-$1.00 per axis. According to Microchip application notes, one PIC32MK0512MCF064 can drive up to 4 BLDC motors simultaneously with sub-1us control-loop periods. Pair with gate drivers like MCP8024 or MIC4104 for a complete 3-phase inverter; the dual CAN-FD controllers enable multi-axis networked drives.
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Industrial PLC and Control Modules
The PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR suits industrial PLC I/O modules with dual CAN-FD controllers, 64 KB SRAM for protocol stacks, and 120 MHz headroom for EtherCAT/CANopen gateway logic. The hardware AES and CRC accelerators support secure boot and message authentication, while the dual ADC banks allow redundant analog sampling for safety-critical inputs. Industrial -40C to +85C rating matches IEC 60068 environmental stress profiles for factory-floor deployment, and the 64-QFN package fits within 25x25 mm PLC form factors.
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Industrial IoT Edge Nodes with CAN-FD Backbone
The PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR serves as an IIoT edge node aggregating sensor data over dual CAN-FD buses and forwarding to cloud gateways. With 512 KB Flash, the MCU can host a TLS-capable MQTT-SN client plus on-device anomaly-detection algorithms running on the FPU/DSP engine. The hardware AES module accelerates TLS handshakes, while the dual 12-bit ADC handles analog sensor inputs simultaneously with CAN traffic, demonstrating the deterministic DMA architecture. Industrial temperature rating and ECC Flash reduce field-failure rates for unattended installations.
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Solar Inverter and Power Conversion Control
The PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR's combination of DSP extensions, dual 5 MSPS ADCs, and 120 MHz MIPS core makes it suitable for digital control of solar inverters, DC-DC converters, and PFC stages. The 4 integrated op-amps can sense input/output currents across multiple power stages, while ECC Flash protects the firmware from single-bit corruption in high-noise switching environments. According to Microchip's reference designs, the PIC32MK family supports digital MPPT and interleaved PFC control loops running concurrently within the 120 MHz envelope.
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Multi-Axis Robotic and CNC Controllers
The PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR's 4 integrated op-amps and dual ADCs enable current feedback for up to 4 servo axes from a single MCU, reducing master-loop latency in coordinated motion systems. With 64 KB SRAM, the device can buffer multi-axis trajectory profiles and run PID + feedforward loops on the DSP engine at 8 kHz or higher. The QFN-64 package fits within compact 4-axis servo drive enclosures, and the industrial temperature grade supports deployment near motor heat sources.
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Automotive Body and Gateway Electronics
The PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR's dual CAN-FD controllers and 120 MHz core support automotive body-control modules and CAN gateway functions where classic CAN bandwidth is insufficient. While the industrial -40C to +85C grade limits under-hood deployment, the device fits body-electronics, lighting, and HVAC modules that aggregate sensor data over CAN-FD. Hardware AES and CRC modules accelerate secure communication stacks; pair with automotive-grade CAN transceivers like MCP2562FD for production builds.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MK0512MCM064 | PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/MR | PIC32MK0512GPE064T-I/MR | PIC32MK0256MCJ064T-E/R4X |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 64-QFN (9x9 mm) | 64-QFN (9x9 mm) - same | 64-QFN (9x9 mm) - same | 64-QFN (9x9 mm) - same | 64-QFN (9x9 mm) - same |
| CPU Speed | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz |
| Flash | 512 KB ECC | 512 KB ECC | 512 KB | 512 KB | 256 KB ECC (-50%) |
| SRAM | 64 KB | 64 KB | 64 KB | 64 KB | 32 KB (-50%) |
| ADC | Dual 12-bit, 5 MSPS | Dual 12-bit, 5 MSPS | Single 12-bit ADC | Single 12-bit ADC | Dual 12-bit, 5 MSPS |
| Primary Use Case | Motor control (4 FOC axes) | Motor control (variant) | General-purpose | General-purpose | Motor control (cost-optimized) |
Key Differentiators
- 4 integrated op-amps eliminate external current-sense conditioning (vs PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/MR)
- Dual 5 MSPS ADC banks enable simultaneous motor-phase sampling (vs PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/MR)
- ECC Flash protects against single-bit corruption in noisy environments (vs PIC32MK0512GPK064T-I/MR)
Design Notes
Estimated: At 120 MHz with all peripherals active, the PIC32MK0512MCF064T-I/MR core draws approximately 70-90 mA from VDD; add 20-30 mA for ADC and CAN-FD activity. Use a low-noise LDO such as the MCP1790 (3.3V, 250 mA) with a 10uF ceramic decoupling bank at the VDD pins and a 4.7uF bulk cap near the exposed thermal pad. Estimated input values: 120 MHz MIPS, 50 mA peripheral average, junction ambient 25C.
The 64-QFN package requires a continuous ground plane beneath the exposed thermal pad (EP) with at least 9 thermal vias (0.3 mm drill, 1.0 mm pitch) to inner/outer ground layers. Keep AGND and DGND pin connections short to a single star point to avoid ADC ground bounce during PWM switching; failure to do so can inject 50-100 mV of switching noise into current-sense ADCs.
Route the analog ADC inputs as differential pairs (length-matched within 0.5 mm) on an inner layer with a ground plane 0.2 mm below. Keep PWM outputs and analog traces separated by at least 3x trace width to avoid capacitive coupling; the 5 MSPS ADC bandwidth will faithfully digitize any switching noise within 50 MHz of the input traces.
Do not exceed the maximum GPIO source/sink rating of 10-15 mA per pin (check datasheet for exact figure). The 4 integrated op-amps have limited output swing (~0.2V to VDD-0.2V) and cannot drive low-impedance loads below 4 kohm without distortion. The dual CAN-FD controllers require external MCP2562FD transceivers - the on-chip CAN modules are protocol controllers only, not physical-layer devices.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. The 'I' in the MPN suffix denotes industrial -40C to +85C temperature grade (not AEC-Q100 automotive grade). For automotive applications, consult Microchip's automotive-grade PIC32MK variants.
