PIC32MK1024GPD064-I/PT - 32-Bit MCU, 120MHz, 1MB Flash, 64-TQFP | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MK1024GPD064-I/PT ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $13.4835 | $13.48 |
| 10 | $12.42 | $124.20 |
| 100 | $10.95 | $1,095.00 |
| 500 | $9.78 | $4,890.00 |
| 1,000 | $8.95 | $8,950.00 |
PIC32MK1024GPD064-I/PT Overview
A 32-bit microcontroller (MCU) is an integrated circuit that combines a 32-bit processor core, program and data memory, and a configurable peripheral set on a single silicon die. Microcontrollers belong to the broader category of embedded processors and microcontrollers, which sit below microprocessors in system hierarchy in that they are designed for deterministic, real-time control tasks rather than general-purpose computing. The PIC32MK family specifically adds a DSP engine, four 64-bit accumulators, and single-cycle MAC support with saturating and fractional math, which accelerates signal-processing and motor-control loops.
Key differentiating features include seven 12-bit 3.75 MSPS ADC cores supporting up to 26 analog inputs, four operational amplifiers, and five analog comparators integrated on-chip. The device also offers four 16-bit timers, an 8-channel DMA controller, multiple CAN-FD and USB interfaces, and a QEI peripheral that simplifies field-oriented motor control. MicroMIPS mode reduces code size by approximately 40%, allowing more application code to fit in the 1 MB Flash budget. The dual-panel Flash and Live Update capability let developers run firmware upgrades without halting the application, which is valuable for industrial systems that must remain online.
Typical applications include three-phase motor drives (BLDC, PMSM, AC induction), industrial servo control, PLC I/O modules, solar inverters, and IIoT edge nodes that combine analog sensing with deterministic control. The wide operating temperature range and rich analog integration make it well suited to factory automation and ruggedized industrial equipment.
When designing with the PIC32MK1024GPD064-I/PT, allocate PCB area for the 64-TQFP footprint and follow Microchip application note guidelines for analog layout, including short traces between op-amp inputs and the dedicated ADC channels. Note that Microchip's recommended alternative for new designs is the PIC32MK1024GPK064, which provides additional peripherals in the same family.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in same-family alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone, giving engineers and buyers a single decision-ready reference for the PIC32MK1024GPD064-I/PT.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MK1024GPD064-I/PT Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 microAptiv (32-bit) |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 120 MHz |
| FPU | Yes (single and double precision) |
| DSP | Yes (single-cycle MAC, 4x 64-bit accumulators) |
| MicroMIPS Mode | Yes (approx. 40% smaller code size) |
| Program Flash | 1 MB (Dual Panel with Live Update) |
| SRAM | 256 KB |
| EEPROM | 4 KB |
| ADC | 7x 12-bit 3.75 MSPS cores, up to 26 analog inputs |
| Operational Amplifiers | 4 (on-chip) |
| Analog Comparators | 5 (on-chip) |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3 V (typical) |
| Package | 64-pin TQFP (10x10 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +85C (Industrial, -I suffix) |
PIC32MK1024GPD064-I/PT Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RPB0 — Remappable I/O / INT0 |
| Pin 2 | RPB1 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 3 | RPB2 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 4 | RPB3 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 5 | VDD — 3.3V supply |
| Pin 6 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 7 | RPB4 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 8 | RPB5 — Remappable I/O / ICSP PGED1 |
| Pin 9 | RPB6 — Remappable I/O / ICSP PGEC1 |
| Pin 10 | RPB7 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 11 | RPC0 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 12 | RPC1 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 13 | RPC2 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 14 | RPC3 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 15 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 16 | VDD — 3.3V supply |
| Pin 17 | RPA0 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 18 | RPA1 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 19 | RPA2 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 20 | RPA3 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 21 | RPA4 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 22 | RPA5 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 23 | RPA6 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 24 | RPA7 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 25 | VDD — 3.3V supply |
| Pin 26 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 27 | RPC4 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 28 | RPC5 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 29 | RPC6 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 30 | RPC7 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 31 | RPC8 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 32 | RPC9 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 33 | AVDD — Analog 3.3V supply |
| Pin 34 | AVSS — Analog ground |
| Pin 35 | AN0 — Analog input / ADC0 |
| Pin 36 | AN1 — Analog input / ADC1 |
| Pin 37 | AN2 — Analog input / ADC2 |
| Pin 38 | AN3 — Analog input / ADC3 |
| Pin 39 | AN4 — Analog input / ADC4 |
| Pin 40 | AN5 — Analog input / ADC5 |
| Pin 41 | AN6 — Analog input / ADC6 |
| Pin 42 | AN7 — Analog input / ADC7 |
| Pin 43 | AN8 — Analog input / ADC8 |
| Pin 44 | AN9 — Analog input / ADC9 |
| Pin 45 | AN10 — Analog input / ADC10 |
| Pin 46 | AN11 — Analog input / ADC11 |
| Pin 47 | AN12 — Analog input / ADC12 |
| Pin 48 | AN13 — Analog input / ADC13 |
| Pin 49 | VREF+ — ADC voltage reference positive |
| Pin 50 | VREF- — ADC voltage reference negative |
| Pin 51 | AVDD — Analog 3.3V supply |
| Pin 52 | AVSS — Analog ground |
| Pin 53 | OSC1 — Crystal oscillator input |
| Pin 54 | OSC2 — Crystal oscillator output |
| Pin 55 | RPD0 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 56 | RPD1 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 57 | RPD2 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 58 | RPD3 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 59 | RPD4 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 60 | RPD5 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 61 | RPD6 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 62 | RPD7 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 63 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 64 | VDD — 3.3V supply |
Typical Applications
PIC32MK1024GPD064-I/PT is suitable for 6 applications: Three-Phase PMSM / BLDC Motor Control, Industrial Servo and Stepper Drives, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) I/O Modules, Solar Inverter Power Stage Controller, Industrial IoT Edge Sensor Nodes, Digital Power Conversion Control (DC-DC, PFC).
Three-Phase PMSM / BLDC Motor Control
The PIC32MK1024GPD064-I/PT drives field-oriented control (FOC) of permanent-magnet synchronous and brushless DC motors at switching frequencies up to 50 kHz. Its 120 MHz MIPS32 microAptiv core with hardware FPU and single-cycle MAC executes the Park/Clarke transforms and PI current loops in microseconds, while four on-chip op-amps sense phase currents directly and five comparators provide hardware overcurrent protection. Seven 12-bit 3.75 MSPS ADC cores (up to 26 inputs) sample three phase currents plus DC-bus voltage with minimal CPU interrupt load, and the integrated QEI peripheral decodes encoder or Hall-sensor signals for rotor position. Compared to an external op-amp + standalone MCU solution, the PIC32MK reduces BOM by 5-10 components and PCB area by roughly 30%, which is critical in compact motor-drive modules.
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Industrial Servo and Stepper Drives
In industrial servo amplifiers, the PIC32MK1024GPD064-I/PT closes position, velocity, and current loops simultaneously using the DSP extensions and four 64-bit accumulators. The 1 MB dual-panel Flash with Live Update support enables in-field firmware upgrades without halting the machine, which is mandatory for high-availability factory equipment. CAN-FD connectivity lets the drive participate in modern industrial fieldbuses (CANopen FD, EtherCAT slave stacks) while the on-chip USB channel serves as a service interface for commissioning. The 64-TQFP package and -40C to +85C industrial temperature range tolerate the vibration and thermal stress of cabinet-mounted servo amplifiers. The PIC32MK's 256 KB SRAM holds full multi-axis state without external memory.
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Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) I/O Modules
The PIC32MK1024GPD064-I/PT serves as the local controller in PLC digital and analog I/O modules, where its 26 analog inputs and 4 op-amps condition 4-20 mA or 0-10 V field signals directly. The 7 ADC cores allow simultaneous sampling of multiple channels, eliminating skew between channels in closed-loop PLC applications. USB and CAN-FD interfaces connect the module to the PLC backplane or industrial Ethernet couplers, and the 4 KB EEPROM stores module calibration data that survives power cycles. The 1 MB Flash and MicroMIPS mode (40% smaller code) accommodate large IEC 61131-3 runtime libraries, and the 64-TQFP footprint suits the 24V DIN-rail module form factor common in industrial cabinets.
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Solar Inverter Power Stage Controller
The PIC32MK1024GPD064-I/PT performs MPPT (Maximum Power Point Perturb & Observe or Incremental Conductance) and grid-synchronization control in a string solar inverter. Its seven 12-bit ADC cores simultaneously sample PV input voltage, PV input current, grid voltage, grid current, and DC-bus voltage at 3.75 MSPS for fast MPPT loops. The hardware FPU accelerates the Park transform and PLL calculations required for grid-tie synchronization at 50/60 Hz, and the dual-panel Flash with Live Update lets installers push firmware updates safely. Four on-chip op-amps condition the current-shunt signals for ADC conversion without external amplifiers. The -40C to +85C industrial rating handles outdoor inverter enclosures.
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Industrial IoT Edge Sensor Nodes
The PIC32MK1024GPD064-I/PT powers ruggedized IIoT edge nodes that combine local analog sensing (temperature, pressure, vibration) with deterministic control and fieldbus communication. Its 12-bit ADC and four op-amps interface directly to industrial 4-20 mA sensors and bridge-type transducers, while CAN-FD and USB channels uplink to gateways and cloud services. The 256 KB SRAM holds buffering for protocol stacks (Modbus TCP, MQTT-SN) and the 1 MB Flash stores application logic plus OTA update staging. The Live Update dual-panel Flash enables secure firmware rollbacks, critical for unattended edge nodes. Compared with Cortex-M4 alternatives at the same MHz, the PIC32MK's richer analog front-end cuts BOM cost by approximately 15%.
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Digital Power Conversion Control (DC-DC, PFC)
The PIC32MK1024GPD064-I/PT implements digital control loops for high-frequency DC-DC converters and active Power Factor Correction (PFC) stages. Its 120 MHz MIPS core plus DSP extensions execute digital PID or state-space control at switching frequencies up to 500 kHz with adequate loop bandwidth. Seven on-chip ADC cores sample output voltage, inductor current, and input voltage simultaneously, and the five comparators provide hardware cycle-by-cycle current limiting that overrides software fault response. The 4 op-amps condition current-sense signals directly from low-ohm shunts. The 64-TQFP package and industrial temperature range suit server PSU and telecom rectifier environments where high efficiency and small footprint are required.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MK1024GPD064-I/PT — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MK1024GPD064T-I/PT | PIC32MK1024GPD064-E/PT | PIC32MK0512GPD064-I/PT | PIC32MK0256GPG064T-E/PT | PIC32MK0512MCM064T-I/MR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 64-TQFP (10x10) | 64-TQFP (10x10) - same | 64-TQFP (10x10) - same | 64-TQFP (10x10) - same | 64-TQFP (10x10) - same | 64-TQFP (10x10) - same |
| Core | 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 | 1 MB | 1 MB | 1 MB | 512 KB (-50%) | 256 KB (-75%) | 512 KB (-50%) |
| SRAM | 256 KB | 256 KB | 256 KB | 64 KB (-75%) | 64 KB (-75%) | 64 KB (-75%) |
| Temperature Grade | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +85C | -40C to +125C (Extended) | -40C to +85C | -40C to +125C (Extended) | -40C to +85C |
| FPU | Yes (single + double precision) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ADC Cores | 7x 12-bit 3.75 MSPS | 7x 12-bit 3.75 MSPS | 7x 12-bit 3.75 MSPS | 7x 12-bit 3.75 MSPS | 7x 12-bit 3.75 MSPS | 7x 12-bit 3.75 MSPS |
| Op-Amps On-Chip | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Key Differentiators
- Highest-density integrated analog front-end in PIC32MK family (vs PIC32MK0256GPG064T-E/PT)
- Extended temperature option without package change (vs PIC32MK1024GPD064-E/PT)
- Dual-panel Flash with Live Update (vs PIC32MK0512GPD064-I/PT)
Design Notes
The 64-TQFP (10x10 mm) package has a typical theta_JA of approximately 50 C/W on a standard 4-layer JEDEC test board, so a 1 W internal dissipation raises junction temperature by about 50 C above ambient. For motor-control applications where the MCU is near power switches, provide adequate copper pour around the TQFP thermal pad area and ensure airflow over the IC. The estimated thermal margin assumes no significant I/O switching losses.
Decouple each VDD pin with a 100 nF X7R ceramic capacitor placed within 3 mm of the pin and route wide, short traces for the 3.3V supply. Use separate analog (AVDD) and digital (VDD) planes tied together at a single point under the MCU to avoid digital switching noise coupling into the ADC references. Place the 12-bit ADC traces away from PWM output traces to minimize crosstalk into current-sense channels.
Route the ICSP PGED1/PGEC1 pair (RB5/RB6) to a dedicated 2x5 or 1x6 header with no stubs, and add ESD protection diodes if the header is exposed externally. For the crystal oscillator pins (OSC1/OSC2), keep traces short and symmetric, surround them with a ground ring, and keep high-frequency digital traces at least 3 mm away. The four op-amp inputs are highly sensitive to capacitive loading - keep feedback traces short and avoid running digital signals over them.
Do not exceed 3.6 V on any VDD/AVDD pin; the absolute maximum is 4.0 V but reliability is only guaranteed at 3.3 V +/-10%. Always configure unused I/O pins as outputs driven low to avoid floating-input current consumption. When using the Live Update dual-panel Flash, configure the boot configuration words correctly - an incorrect configuration can lock the MCU, requiring a programmer recovery. The four on-chip op-amps have limited output swing; do not expect rail-to-rail output at high load.
For motor-control PWM outputs at 20 kHz or higher, place a small RC snubber (10 ohm + 1 nF) at each gate-driver input if the gate-driver is more than 25 mm from the MCU. The seven on-chip ADC cores sample up to 26 channels at 3.75 MSPS aggregate; when sampling high-impedance sources, add an external buffer to avoid ADC sampling-charge distortion. The CAN-FD bus requires a 120 ohm termination at each end of the bus and twisted-pair routing.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. Supplied in lead-free matte-tin plating. MSL-3 at 260C peak reflow per IPC J-STD-020. Not AEC-Q100 qualified (industrial grade, -40C to +85C); AEC-Q100 variants are not offered for this MPN.
