PIC32MK1024MCF064T-I/MR - 32-Bit MCU 120MHz 1MB Flash | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MK1024MCF064T-I/MR ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $11.5 | $11.50 |
| 10 | $10.35 | $103.50 |
| 100 | $9.2 | $920.00 |
| 500 | $8.45 | $4,225.00 |
| 1,000 | $7.8 | $7,800.00 |
PIC32MK1024MCF064T-I/MR Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer containing a processor core, program memory (Flash), data memory (SRAM), and integrated peripherals such as timers, ADCs, communication controllers, and GPIO. Within the broader hierarchy, the PIC32MK family sits under 32-bit MCUs, then microcontrollers, then embedded processors, then semiconductors. The MIPS32 microAptiv core is a Harvard-architecture RISC processor with single-cycle multiply/accumulate and hardware DSP extensions, giving the PIC32MK family FPU-class signal-processing capability for closed-loop motor control algorithms.
Key differentiating features include a 120 MHz core with FPU and DSP instructions, 1 MB ECC-protected Flash and 256 KB SRAM, four independent ADC cores totaling 28 channels at 12-bit resolution, multiple CAN, I2C, SPI, UART, and USB interfaces, and PWM outputs specifically designed for multi-axis motor drive stages. According to Microchip product page data, the 64-QFN package has a 9x9 mm footprint with an exposed pad that must be soldered for thermal dissipation.
Architecture-wise, the PIC32MK1024MCF064 pairs the microAptiv core with a multi-channel motor-control PWM module, quadrature encoder interfaces, and dual analog comparators. This combination supports field-oriented control (FOC) of PMSM, BLDC, and stepper motors without external DSP or FPGA assistance. The high peripheral-to-core ratio is intended to let engineers consolidate what is typically a multi-chip motor drive solution into one device.
Typical applications include industrial servo drives, multi-axis BLDC motor controllers, IIoT edge nodes with CAN-FD communication, automotive body and chassis ECUs, and high-density USB/CAN sensor hubs. When designing with this MCU, ensure the exposed pad is soldered to a sufficiently large copper pour to meet thermal dissipation requirements, and place the decoupling capacitors as close as possible to the supply pins to support the 120 MHz core switching transients.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives from the same PIC32MK family, and practical motor-control design guidance not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.
Drop-in alternatives for PIC32MK1024MCF064T-I/MR — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MK1024MCF064T-I/MR Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 microAptiv PIC32MK |
| Core Width | 32-bit |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 120 MHz |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 1 MB (1M x 8) |
| SRAM | 256 KB |
| EEPROM | 4 KB |
| Supply Voltage Range | 2.2 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +85C (Industrial) |
| Package | 64-VFQFN (9x9 mm) with exposed pad |
| ADC | 12-bit, multi-core, 28 channels |
| PWM Channels | Dedicated motor-control PWM module |
| Communication Interfaces | CAN, I2C, SPI, UART, USB |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC32MK1024MCF064T-I/MR Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | OSCI — External oscillator input |
| Pin 2 | OSCO — External oscillator output |
| Pin 3 | VDD — Supply voltage (3.3V) |
| Pin 4 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 5 | PGEC1 — Programming/debug clock |
| Pin 6 | PGED1 — Programming/debug data |
| Pin 7 | AVDD — Analog supply voltage |
| Pin 8 | AVSS — Analog ground |
| Pin 9 | RB0 — Port B I/O bit 0 / PWM |
| Pin 10 | RB1 — Port B I/O bit 1 / PWM |
| Pin 11 | RB2 — Port B I/O bit 2 / PWM |
| Pin 12 | RB3 — Port B I/O bit 3 / PWM |
| Pin 13 | RB4 — Port B I/O bit 4 |
| Pin 14 | RB5 — Port B I/O bit 5 |
| Pin 15 | RB6 — Port B I/O bit 6 |
| Pin 16 | RB7 — Port B I/O bit 7 |
| Pin 17 | RB8 — Port B I/O bit 8 |
| Pin 18 | RB9 — Port B I/O bit 9 |
| Pin 19 | RB10 — Port B I/O bit 10 |
| Pin 20 | RB11 — Port B I/O bit 11 |
| Pin 21 | RB12 — Port B I/O bit 12 |
| Pin 22 | RB13 — Port B I/O bit 13 |
| Pin 23 | RB14 — Port B I/O bit 14 |
| Pin 24 | RB15 — Port B I/O bit 15 |
| Pin 25 | VDD — Supply voltage (3.3V) |
| Pin 26 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 27 | RC0 — Port C I/O bit 0 |
| Pin 28 | RC1 — Port C I/O bit 1 |
| Pin 29 | RC2 — Port C I/O bit 2 |
| Pin 30 | RC3 — Port C I/O bit 3 |
| Pin 31 | RC4 — Port C I/O bit 4 |
| Pin 32 | RC5 — Port C I/O bit 5 |
| Pin 33 | RC6 — Port C I/O bit 6 |
| Pin 34 | RC7 — Port C I/O bit 7 |
| Pin 35 | RC8 — Port C I/O bit 8 |
| Pin 36 | RC9 — Port C I/O bit 9 |
| Pin 37 | RC10 — Port C I/O bit 10 |
| Pin 38 | RC11 — Port C I/O bit 11 |
| Pin 39 | RC12 — Port C I/O bit 12 |
| Pin 40 | RC13 — Port C I/O bit 13 |
| Pin 41 | RC14 — Port C I/O bit 14 |
| Pin 42 | RC15 — Port C I/O bit 15 |
| Pin 43 | VDD — Supply voltage (3.3V) |
| Pin 44 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 45 | RD0 — Port D I/O bit 0 |
| Pin 46 | RD1 — Port D I/O bit 1 |
| Pin 47 | RD2 — Port D I/O bit 2 |
| Pin 48 | RD3 — Port D I/O bit 3 |
| Pin 49 | RD4 — Port D I/O bit 4 |
| Pin 50 | RD5 — Port D I/O bit 5 |
| Pin 51 | RD6 — Port D I/O bit 6 |
| Pin 52 | RD7 — Port D I/O bit 7 |
| Pin 53 | RD8 — Port D I/O bit 8 |
| Pin 54 | RD9 — Port D I/O bit 9 |
| Pin 55 | RD10 — Port D I/O bit 10 |
| Pin 56 | RD11 — Port D I/O bit 11 |
| Pin 57 | RD12 — Port D I/O bit 12 |
| Pin 58 | RD13 — Port D I/O bit 13 |
| Pin 59 | RD14 — Port D I/O bit 14 |
| Pin 60 | RD15 — Port D I/O bit 15 |
| Pin 61 | MCLR — Master clear reset (active-low) |
| Pin 62 | VDD — Supply voltage (3.3V) |
| Pin 63 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 64 | EP — Exposed thermal pad (connect to ground) |
Typical Applications
PIC32MK1024MCF064T-I/MR is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Servo Motor Drives, Multi-Axis BLDC Motor Controllers, Industrial IoT Edge Nodes, Automotive Body and Chassis ECUs, High-Density USB/CAN Sensor Hubs, Power Conversion and Inverter Control.
Industrial Servo Motor Drives
The PIC32MK1024MCF064T-I/MR is ideal for industrial servo drives requiring field-oriented control of PMSM motors. The 120 MHz MIPS32 microAptiv core with FPU executes FOC algorithms within the PWM switching period, while the dedicated multi-channel PWM module generates complementary outputs with programmable dead time. The 28-channel 12-bit ADC simultaneously samples phase currents, DC-bus voltage, and resolver feedback. Combined with the 256 KB SRAM for control-loop buffering and the 1 MB Flash for parameter storage, the PIC32MK1024MCF064T-I/MR delivers single-chip servo-drive capability previously requiring DSP + MCU architectures.
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Multi-Axis BLDC Motor Controllers
The PIC32MK1024MCF064T-I/MR supports simultaneous control of multiple BLDC axes through its multi-channel PWM module and quadrature encoder interfaces. The 1 MB Flash accommodates parameter tables for several axes, while 256 KB SRAM supports dual-axis current-control loops at 20 kHz PWM. Industrial-grade -40C to +85C operation makes the device suitable for factory-automation robot joints and CNC spindle drives. The integrated CAN interface enables daisy-chain axis communication, reducing wiring harness complexity in distributed motion-control cabinets.
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Industrial IoT Edge Nodes
The PIC32MK1024MCF064T-I/MR serves as an IIoT edge-node processor combining motor-control capability with industrial networking. The USB interface enables local diagnostics and firmware update, while CAN and UART ports connect to industrial sensor networks. At 120 MHz, the device runs TCP/IP stacks and edge-analytics firmware in parallel with motor-control loops, enabling smart-sensor hubs that perform local control plus cloud telemetry. The 2.2 V to 3.6 V supply range supports direct battery-backed operation with USB-powered charging circuits.
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Automotive Body and Chassis ECUs
The PIC32MK1024MCF064T-I/MR is used in non-safety automotive body and chassis ECUs such as window lift controllers, seat-position modules, and HVAC damper actuators. The 120 MHz core with DSP extensions processes multiple PWM-driven loads while the CAN interface integrates into the vehicle network. For under-hood applications requiring -40C to +125C, the PIC32MK1024MCF064-E/MR drop-in variant provides extended-temperature coverage with the same 64-QFN footprint. Industrial-grade -40C to +85C versions are appropriate for cabin and body modules.
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High-Density USB/CAN Sensor Hubs
The PIC32MK1024MCF064T-I/MR functions as a USB host hub aggregating multiple CAN-attached sensors in test-and-measurement and industrial-monitoring systems. The 1 MB Flash stores sensor calibration tables, while 256 KB SRAM buffers high-speed USB transfers. The 12-bit ADC at 28 channels interfaces directly with analog sensors, eliminating external ADC ASICs. The device simultaneously drives a USB-UART bridge to a host PC while polling multiple CAN nodes at 1 Mbaud, demonstrating the multi-protocol integration that makes the PIC32MK family well-suited to sensor-hub applications.
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Power Conversion and Inverter Control
The PIC32MK1024MCF064T-I/MR controls digital-power conversion stages including solar inverters, UPS systems, and three-phase PFC rectifiers. The DSP-extended microAptiv core executes digital control loops for voltage-mode and current-mode converters at switching frequencies up to 100 kHz. The 12-bit ADC samples feedback signals with 28 channels, supporting multi-loop topologies. The 1 MB Flash stores firmware for soft-start, MPPT, and grid-sync functions, while the 64-QFN exposed pad dissipates heat from the high-frequency switching logic.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MK1024MCF064T-I/MR — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MK1024MCF064-E/MR | PIC32MK1024MCM064-I/MR | PIC32MK1024MCM064T-I/MR | PIC32MK1024MCF064-E/PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 64-VFQFN (9x9 mm) | 64-VFQFN (9x9 mm) - same | 64-VFQFN (9x9 mm) - same | 64-VFQFN (9x9 mm) - same | 64-TQFP (10x10) - different package |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 microAptiv | MIPS32 microAptiv | MIPS32 microAptiv | MIPS32 microAptiv | MIPS32 microAptiv |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 1 MB | 1 MB | 1 MB | 1 MB | 1 MB |
| SRAM | 256 KB | 256 KB | 256 KB | 256 KB | 256 KB |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +125C (Extended) | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +125C (Extended) |
| Primary Peripheral Focus | Motor Control PWM | Motor Control PWM | Multi-channel CAN-FD | Multi-channel CAN-FD | Motor Control PWM |
Key Differentiators
- Manufacturer-recommended alternative pin-compatible (vs PIC32MK1024MCM064-I/MR)
- Extended temperature drop-in variant available (vs PIC32MK1024MCF064-E/MR)
- TQFP-64 package variant for hand-prototype builds (vs PIC32MK1024MCF064-E/PT)
Design Notes
The 64-VFQFN package has an exposed thermal pad (pin 64) that MUST be soldered to the PCB ground plane to meet thermal dissipation requirements of the 120 MHz core. Estimate: at full peripheral load (USB active, all PWM channels switching, CAN at 1 Mbaud), junction-to-ambient thermal resistance is approximately 28 C/W with a 4-layer PCB ground pour of at least 1 square inch. Without proper pad soldering, junction temperature may exceed 85C operating limit under sustained load.
Place decoupling capacitors as close as possible to each VDD/VSS pin pair: 100 nF ceramic per digital VDD pin, plus a bulk 10 uF ceramic near the package. Separate analog AVDD/AVSS from digital VDD with ferrite beads and dedicated decoupling, since the 28-channel 12-bit ADC is sensitive to digital switching noise. The 120 MHz core switching transients require solid ground stitching between the four VSS pins (4, 26, 44, 63) to maintain signal integrity.
Do not confuse MCF (motor control) and MCM (CAN-FD) variants: the PIC32MK1024MCF064 and PIC32MK1024MCM064 share the same 64-QFN pinout but differ in peripheral emphasis. Estimate: firmware written for the MCF PWM module will NOT directly run on the MCM CAN-optimized device. Confirm peripheral mapping against the pin allocation table before substituting. Also note: the 'I' suffix denotes industrial -40C to +85C while 'E' denotes extended -40C to +125C.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product documentation. Industrial -40C to +85C temperature grade only - not AEC-Q100 qualified; for AEC-Q100 automotive applications, evaluate dsPIC33 or PIC32MK AEC-Q100 variants separately.
