DSPIC33EP256GP506-I/PT Microchip Integrated Circuit (Quad Flat Packages) In Stock
Microchip DSPIC33EP256GP506-I/PT is a 16-bit digital signal controller with 256KB flash, 32KB RAM, and a 60 MHz maximum clock in a 64-pin TQFP package. It integrates on-chip op-amps, DMA, ADC, and DSP acceleration for embedded motor control and signal processing applications. Available from stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Quad Flat Packages
- Pin Count
- 64
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- DSPIC33EP256GP506-I/PT Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $3.8700(MOQ 5)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 16-bit DSP core at up to 60 MHz with hardware barrel shifter and DMA for efficient real-time motor control and signal processing algorithms
- 256KB flash and 32KB RAM providing ample code and data storage for complex embedded control applications in the 64-pin TQFP package
- Integrated op-amps and high-speed ADC channels enabling single-chip analog front-end solutions for motor feedback and power converter control without external op-amp ICs
Applications
The DSPIC33EP256GP506-I/PT is designed for embedded motor control, power conversion, and industrial automation applications requiring combined DSP and microcontroller capabilities. Its integrated op-amps and high-resolution ADC channels support closed-loop FOC (Field-Oriented Control) of BLDC and PMSM motors with minimal external analog circuitry. The 60 MHz DSP core with DMA acceleration also suits real-time signal processing tasks in inverter control, solar MPPT controllers, and smart sensor interfaces.
Specifications
| Manufacturer Package Code | TQFP-64 |
| Factory Lead Time | 7Weeks |
| YTEOL | 14 |
| Has ADC | YES |
| Barrel Shifter | YES |
| Bit Size | 16 |
| Boundary Scan | YES |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 60MHz |
| DAC Channels | NO |
| DMA Channels | YES |
| Format | FIXED POINT |
| Integrated Cache | NO |
| Internal Bus Architecture | MULTIPLE |
| JESD-30 Code | S-PQFP-G64 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of DMA Channels | 4 |
| Number of External Interrupts | 3 |
| Number of I/O Lines | 53 |
| Number of Timers | 5 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 8 |
| PWM Channels | YES |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | TQFP44,.47SQ,32 |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | FLATPACK, THIN PROFILE, FINE PITCH |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (bytes) | 32768 |
| RAM (words) | 32768 |
| ROM (words) | 87381 |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Speed | 70MHz |
| Supply Current-Max | 55mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 3.6V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 3V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 3.3V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.5mm |
| Terminal Position | QUAD |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 40 |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR, CONTROLLER |
| Package | Quad Flat Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 3 |
| ECCN | 3A991.a.2 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.35 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the integrated op-amp in DSPIC33EP256GP506-I/PT simplify motor control circuit design?
The DSPIC33EP256GP506-I/PT includes on-chip op-amps that can be used as current sense amplifiers directly connected to shunt resistors in motor phase legs. This eliminates the need for external op-amp ICs, reducing BOM cost and PCB area in BLDC or PMSM motor drives requiring phase current feedback at the 60 MHz DSP control loop rate.
What memory resources does DSPIC33EP256GP506-I/PT provide for embedded control firmware?
The DSPIC33EP256GP506-I/PT provides 256KB of flash program memory and 32KB of data RAM, sufficient for complex motor control algorithms including FOC (Field-Oriented Control) with floating-point emulation libraries, PID regulators, and RTOS-based task scheduling at 60 MHz clock frequency within the 64-pin TQFP package.
Which communication interfaces does DSPIC33EP256GP506-I/PT support for industrial connectivity?
The DSPIC33EP256GP506-I/PT supports multiple serial communication peripherals including UART, SPI, I2C, and CAN bus, enabling industrial connectivity for real-time motor drive diagnostics and parameter configuration. The DMA controller offloads data transfers to these peripherals from the 60 MHz DSP core, ensuring uninterrupted motor control loop execution at high speeds.
How does DSPIC33EP256GP506-I/PT compare to a standard PIC32 microcontroller for a 3-phase inverter design?
Unlike a standard PIC32 microcontroller, the DSPIC33EP256GP506-I/PT includes hardware DSP acceleration with a barrel shifter, MAC (multiply-accumulate) unit, and on-chip op-amps optimized for 3-phase inverter control loops. This reduces the software cycles needed for Clarke and Park transforms in FOC algorithms, enabling tighter current control bandwidth at 60 MHz compared to a similarly clocked PIC32 without DSP hardware.
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| Qty. | Unit Price | Ext. Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5+ | $5.4000 | $27.00 |
| 25+ | $4.8800 | $122.00 |
| 100+ | $4.4100 | $441.00 |
| 250+ | $4.4000 | $1100.00 |
| 1000+ | $4.0700 | $4070.00 |
| 5000+ | $3.8700 | $19350.00 |
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