PIC32MK1024GPK064-E/PT - 120MHz, 1MB MCU, 64-TQFP | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MK1024GPK064-E/PT ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $8.45 | $8.45 |
| 10 | $7.62 | $76.20 |
| 100 | $6.78 | $678.00 |
| 500 | $6.05 | $3,025.00 |
| 1,000 | $5.41 | $5,410.00 |
PIC32MK1024GPK064-E/PT Overview
A 32-bit MCU (microcontroller unit) is a single-chip computer integrating a processor core, program memory (Flash), data memory (SRAM), and a rich set of peripherals on one die. The PIC32MK family belongs to the broader hierarchy: 32-bit MCU -> embedded controller -> microcontroller -> semiconductor. This class targets motor control, industrial automation, and Industrial IoT (IIoT) applications requiring deterministic DSP performance and floating-point math at moderate clock speeds.
Key differentiating features include dual-panel 1 MB Flash supporting Live Update for field-firmware swap without downtime, two USB Full-Speed ports, four 12-bit ADC modules with up to 42 analog inputs total, multiple DAC outputs, op-amps, and comparators for analog front-end integration. The 120 MHz core with hardware MAC widens DP-SSIM, FOC motor-control loops with sub-microsecond cycle time. Dedicated PWM channels with 7.5 ns resolution enable direct driving of three-phase motor inverters and digital power converters.
Architecturally, the PIC32MK1024GPK064 uses the MIPS32 microAptiv core with DSP extensions, dual-issue pipeline, and tightly coupled prefetch buffer. The integrated FPU accelerates single- and double-precision IEEE-754 math without software emulation overhead, allowing direct C-code compilation of sensor-fusion and control algorithms. ECC on Flash and parity on SRAM deliver IEC 60730 Class B safety readiness for white goods and industrial equipment.
Typical applications include BLDC and PMSM motor drives, solar inverters, factory-automation PLCs, industrial sensor hubs, and IIoT edge nodes. The dual-USB and CAN-FD-ready peripheral set also suits HMI panels and multi-protocol industrial bridges. Designers choose this MCU when deterministic real-time DSP, on-chip analog, and field-updatable firmware are required.
Design consideration: Live Update requires both Flash panels to contain valid firmware; designers must size the application under 512 KB per panel to enable in-field bank swap. Decoupling must use 100 nF X7R per VDD/VSS pair plus 4.7 uF bulk.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MK1024GPK064-E/PT Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 microAptiv with DSP extensions |
| Core Frequency | 120 MHz |
| FPU | Single and double precision IEEE-754 |
| Flash Memory | 1 MB Dual Panel with Live Update, ECC |
| SRAM | 256 KB with parity |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (E grade) |
| Package | 64-pin TQFP (PT) 10x10 mm |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| USB | 2x USB Full-Speed (Host/Device) |
| ADC | 4x 12-bit, up to 42 analog inputs |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 2.2 V to 3.6 V |
| I/O Pins | Up to 53 |
| PWM Channels | Multiple high-resolution, 7.5 ns step |
| MSL Level | 3 (168 hours) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC32MK1024GPK064-E/PT Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | SOCK1/AN0/RPB0 — PWM/SOCK analog input |
| Pin 2 | RPB1/AN1 — GPIO/analog input |
| Pin 3 | RPB2/AN2 — GPIO/analog input |
| Pin 4 | RPB3/AN3 — GPIO/analog input |
| Pin 5 | VREF- — ADC reference negative |
| Pin 6 | VREF+/AVDD — ADC reference positive / analog VDD |
| Pin 7 | AVSS — Analog ground |
| Pin 8 | AN4/RPB4 — Analog input/GPIO |
| Pin 9 | AN5/RPB5 — Analog input/GPIO |
| Pin 10 | AN6/RPB6 — Analog input/GPIO |
| Pin 11 | AN7/RPB7 — Analog input/GPIO |
| Pin 12 | AN8/RPB8 — Analog input/GPIO |
| Pin 13 | AN9/RPB9 — Analog input/GPIO |
| Pin 14 | TMS/RPA0 — JTAG TMS / GPIO |
| Pin 15 | TCK/RPA1 — JTAG TCK / GPIO |
| Pin 16 | TDI/RPA2 — JTAG TDI / GPIO |
| Pin 17 | TDO/RPA3 — JTAG TDO / GPIO |
| Pin 18 | VDD — Digital power 2.2-3.6 V |
| Pin 19 | VSS — Digital ground |
| Pin 20 | RPA4/PWM1H — GPIO / PWM output |
| Pin 21 | RPA5/PWM1L — GPIO / PWM complementary output |
| Pin 22 | RPA6/PWM2H — GPIO / PWM output |
| Pin 23 | RPA7/PWM2L — GPIO / PWM complementary output |
| Pin 24 | RPC0/PWM3H — GPIO / PWM output |
| Pin 25 | RPC1/PWM3L — GPIO / PWM complementary output |
| Pin 26 | RPC2/PWM4H — GPIO / PWM output |
| Pin 27 | RPC3/PWM4L — GPIO / PWM complementary output |
| Pin 28 | RPC4 — GPIO |
| Pin 29 | RPC5 — GPIO |
| Pin 30 | RPC6 — GPIO |
| Pin 31 | RPC7 — GPIO |
| Pin 32 | RPC8/USB-D+ — GPIO / USB data plus |
| Pin 33 | RPC9/USB-D- — GPIO / USB data minus |
| Pin 34 | VUSB1 |
| Pin 35 | VSS — Digital ground |
| Pin 36 | VDD — Digital power |
| Pin 37 | RPC10/SCK1 — GPIO / SPI clock |
| Pin 38 | RPC11/SDI1 — GPIO / SPI data in |
| Pin 39 | RPC12/SDO1 — GPIO / SPI data out |
| Pin 40 | RPC13/SS1 — GPIO / SPI slave select |
| Pin 41 | RPC14/U1TX — GPIO / UART1 TX |
| Pin 42 | RPC15/U1RX — GPIO / UART1 RX |
| Pin 43 | RPC16 — GPIO |
| Pin 44 | RPC17 — GPIO |
| Pin 45 | RPC18 — GPIO |
| Pin 46 | RPC19 — GPIO |
| Pin 47 | VDD — Digital power |
| Pin 48 | VSS — Digital ground |
| Pin 49 | RPD0/RTCC — GPIO / RTCC output |
| Pin 50 | RPD1 — GPIO |
| Pin 51 | RPD2 — GPIO |
| Pin 52 | RPD3 — GPIO |
| Pin 53 | RPD4 — GPIO |
| Pin 54 | RPD5 — GPIO |
| Pin 55 | RPD6 — GPIO |
| Pin 56 | RPD7 — GPIO |
| Pin 57 | RPD8 — GPIO |
| Pin 58 | RPD9 — GPIO |
| Pin 59 | RPD10 — GPIO |
| Pin 60 | RPD11 — GPIO |
| Pin 61 | RPD12 — GPIO |
| Pin 62 | OSC1/CLKI — Crystal oscillator input / external clock |
| Pin 63 | OSC2/CLKO — Crystal oscillator output |
| Pin 64 | MCLR — Master clear reset (active low) |
Typical Applications
PIC32MK1024GPK064-E/PT is suitable for 7 applications: BLDC / PMSM Motor Control (FOC), Industrial IIoT Edge Gateway, Solar Micro-Inverter / Digital Power, Industrial HMI Touch Panel, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) CPU, Safety-Critical White-Good Controller, Industrial Sensor Hub / Multi-Channel Data Logger.
BLDC / PMSM Motor Control (FOC)
The PIC32MK1024GPK064-E/PT executes field-oriented control loops for BLDC and PMSM motors at sub-microsecond cycle time. Its 120 MHz MIPS32 core with single/double-precision FPU and single-cycle MAC handles Clarke/Park transforms and SVM modulation in hardware-accelerated C, while the high-resolution PWM (7.5 ns step) drives three-phase inverters with minimal audible torque ripple. The on-chip op-amps and comparators interface directly to current shunts and BEMF sensing, removing external analog front-ends. According to the Microchip PIC32MK family datasheet, dual-panel 1 MB Flash supports field-firmware updates on running motor drives without downtime. Designers benefit from MPLAN MicroSeries-compatible motor-control libraries under MPLAB Harmony.
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Industrial IIoT Edge Gateway
The PIC32MK1024GPK064-E/PT serves as the deterministic edge node in IIoT gateways aggregating multi-protocol field data. Dual USB Full-Speed ports support concurrent host/device operation, e.g., a USB Wi-Fi/BLE module plus a USB flash log, while the 120 MHz core with hardware FPU handles JSON parsing and TLS handshakes. The 1 MB ECC Flash plus 256 KB SRAM enable local protocol buffers and over-the-air staging in a non-allocated panel for safe firmware update. E-grade -40C to +125C operation suits outdoor enclosures, and the four 12-bit ADC modules interface 4-20 mA loops for legacy sensor integration. The family datasheet (DS60001570) details the dual-panel Live Update sequence.
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Solar Micro-Inverter / Digital Power
In solar micro-inverters, the PIC32MK1024GPK064-E/PT executes MPPT algorithms and generates the grid-tie sinusoidal PWM at high resolution. The 7.5 ns PWM step delivers clean THD under 5% for grid codes, while the FPU accelerates trigonometric math for instantaneous power calculations. Four 12-bit ADC modules with up to 42 analog inputs sample panel/battery/grid voltages and currents simultaneously, with on-chip op-amps conditioning the shunt signals. The 1 MB dual-panel Flash supports in-field firmware updates without disabling inverter output. ECC memory plus parity meets IEC 60730 Class B targets required for grid-tie certifications.
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Industrial HMI Touch Panel
The PIC32MK1024GPK064-E/PT powers industrial HMI panels with TFT displays and touch input. The dual USB FS ports enable USB-host for memory sticks plus USB-device for commissioning, while the FPU accelerates graphics rendering for free-form gauges and trend charts. With 1 MB Flash and 256 KB SRAM, designers can embed full GUI assets locally. The 12-bit ADC interfaces touch controllers and analog potentiometers, and the high-resolution PWM drives LCD backlight dimming without external drivers. E-grade operation ensures reliable display performance across factory-temperature extremes.
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Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) CPU
The PIC32MK1024GPK064-E/PT functions as a small-footprint PLC CPU executing IEC 61131-3 logic at 120 MHz with deterministic cycle time. The four 12-bit ADC modules digitize analog inputs directly, eliminating external AFE ICs, while multiple high-resolution PWM outputs drive proportional valves and stepper motors. Dual USB FS supports HMI panel and programming port simultaneously. ECC Flash plus parity SRAM, combined with the -40C to +125C E grade, support safety-integrity requirements for industrial control cabinets. Designers use MPLAB Harmony with the PLC framework for ladder/FBD translation.
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Safety-Critical White-Good Controller
The PIC32MK1024GPK064-E/PT suits white-good controllers (washing machines, dishwashers) requiring IEC 60730 Class B software safety. ECC-protected Flash plus parity SRAM enable hardware detection of memory bit-flips, a regulatory requirement in many regions. The 120 MHz core with FPU drives sensor-fusion motor control for direct-drive washers, while the high-resolution PWM controls inverter/motor phases directly. Multiple op-amps and comparators on-chip interface motor current sensors and door-lock feedback. The dual-panel Live Update ensures the appliance can receive field firmware updates without service calls.
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Industrial Sensor Hub / Multi-Channel Data Logger
The PIC32MK1024GPK064-E/PT aggregates data from multi-channel sensor nodes as a hub in factory-automation rigs. Its four 12-bit ADC modules with up to 42 analog inputs digitize thermocouples, strain gauges, and pressure transducers simultaneously, while the dual USB FS ports stream data to a host PC plus accept USB flash backup. The 256 KB SRAM buffers burst logs before storage, and the 1 MB Flash supports on-board data processing algorithms. E-grade operation ensures continuous logging across factory-temperature cycles.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MK1024GPK064-E/PT — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MK1024GPK064-I/PT | PIC32MK1024GPD064-E/PT | PIC32MK1024GPK064-E/MR | PIC32MK1024GPE064-I/PT | PIC32MK1024MCF064-E/PT | PIC32MK0512GPK064-E/PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 64-pin TQFP (10x10 mm) | 64-pin TQFP (10x10 mm) - same | 64-pin TQFP (10x10 mm) - same | 64-pin QFN (9x9 mm) | 64-pin TQFP (10x10 mm) - same | 64-pin TQFP (10x10 mm) - same | 64-pin TQFP (10x10 mm) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Core Frequency | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 1 MB ECC Dual Panel | 1 MB ECC Dual Panel | 1 MB ECC | 1 MB ECC Dual Panel | 1 MB ECC | 1 MB ECC | 512 KB ECC (50%) |
| SRAM | 256 KB | 256 KB | 256 KB | 256 KB | 256 KB | 256 KB | 128 KB |
| Temperature Grade | -40C to +125C (E) | -40C to +85C (I) | -40C to +125C (E) | -40C to +125C (E) | -40C to +85C (I) | -40C to +125C (E) | -40C to +125C (E) |
| USB | 2x USB Full-Speed | 2x USB Full-Speed | 2x USB Full-Speed | 2x USB Full-Speed | 1x USB + 2x CAN-FD | 2x USB Full-Speed | 2x USB Full-Speed |
| FPU | Single + Double Precision | Single + Double Precision | Single + Double Precision | Single + Double Precision | Single + Double Precision | Single + Double Precision | Single + Double Precision |
Key Differentiators
- Dual-panel 1 MB Flash with Live Update for in-field firmware swap without downtime (vs PIC32MK1024GPK064-I/PT)
- Dual USB Full-Speed ports without CAN-FD (vs PIC32MK1024GPE064-I/PT)
- TQFP package for hand-reworkable prototypes (vs PIC32MK1024GPK064-E/MR (QFN))
Design Notes
Decoupling requires one 100 nF X7R ceramic capacitor per VDD/VSS pair, placed within 2 mm of each pin, plus a single 4.7 uF bulk capacitor at the analog AVDD rail. The USB VUSB pin requires a 1 uF capacitor to ground per USB specification. Designers running at 120 MHz should consider a 10 uF bulk on each main VDD rail to suppress transient dips during ADC burst sampling events. A ferrite bead between digital and analog supplies is recommended when ADC performance is critical.
Use a 4-layer PCB with continuous ground plane beneath the TQFP for thermal dissipation and EMI control. Route high-speed PWM traces in matched-length pairs with ground keepout, and keep analog traces (ADC inputs, op-amp outputs) short and isolated from PWM traces by at least 3x trace width. Place the 32.768 kHz crystal within 5 mm of the SOSC pins with guard ring, and the 8-20 MHz primary oscillator similarly close to OSC1/OSC2 with grounded shield.
Do not enable the dual-panel Live Update feature unless the application is sized below 512 KB per panel; otherwise firmware update fails. The MCLR pin requires a 10 kohm pull-up to VDD and a 100 nF capacitor to ground for in-circuit programming; omitting this prevents debugger connection. The JTAG TMS/TCK/TDI/TDO pins must be left floating (no pull-up) for boundary-scan compatibility, conflicting with typical GPIO board design.
At sustained 120 MHz operation with all peripherals active, the TQFP-64 (10x10 mm) dissipates approximately 0.3 W. With theta_JA around 38 C/W on a 4-layer JEDEC test board, the junction temperature rise over 25C ambient is about 11 C, well within the E-grade 125 C limit. Estimated: P=0.3 W, theta_JA=38 C/W (4-layer PCB), so TJ-Ta = 11.4 C. For continuous ADC sampling at full rate, derate by 10% per 10 C above 70C.
The high-resolution PWM outputs drive up to 12 mA per pin, but switching 100 kHz PWM edges into a capacitive load requires series damping or source termination to prevent ringing. For USB Full-Speed signals, maintain 90 ohm differential impedance on D+/D- traces with maximum length of 50 mm; route them parallel and matched-length to within 150 mil. Place a common-mode choke near the USB connector to suppress EMI.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. ECC Flash and parity SRAM support IEC 60730 Class B software safety requirements. AEC-Q100 qualification is not applicable - this is an industrial-grade part, not automotive.
