PIC24EP256GP204-I/PT Microchip Integrated Circuit (Quad Flat Packages) In Stock
The PIC24EP256GP204-I/PT is a 16-bit PIC24E microcontroller from Microchip with 256 KB Flash, 60 MHz CPU clock delivering up to 70 MIPS, integrated PWM, 10/12-bit ADC, and JTAG boundary scan in a compact 44-pin TQFP package. It combines high-performance fixed-point DSP-style computation with rich motor control and power-conversion peripherals. Available worldwide for digital power, motor drives, and embedded industrial control.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Quad Flat Packages
- Pin Count
- 44
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- PIC24EP256GP204-I/PT Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $3.3000(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 60 MHz CPU with 70 MIPS throughput and 16-bit fixed-point DSP instructions
- 256 KB Flash program memory for sophisticated control algorithms and communication stacks
- High-resolution PWM channels for precision digital power conversion and motor control
- 12-bit ADC (also configurable as 10-bit) for accurate analog feedback in closed-loop systems
- JTAG boundary scan support simplifying board-level testing in production environments
- 44-pin TQFP (10x10 mm) enabling dense PCB layouts for compact power electronics
Applications
The PIC24EP256GP204-I/PT targets digital power supplies, DC-DC converters, and brushless motor drives where 70 MIPS throughput and high-resolution PWM enable tight control loops operating at hundreds of kilohertz switching frequencies. Its 12-bit ADC provides accurate feedback for voltage and current regulation in grid-tied inverters and UPS systems. The 44-pin TQFP package fits compact motor driver boards and smart power modules requiring a capable 16-bit processor without the size penalty of larger packages.
Specifications
| Manufacturer Package Code | TQFP-44 |
| Factory Lead Time | 2Weeks |
| YTEOL | 14 |
| Additional Feature | ALSO WORK AS 10-BIT ADC |
| Bit Size | 16 |
| Boundary Scan | YES |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 60MHz |
| Format | FIXED POINT |
| Integrated Cache | NO |
| JESD-30 Code | S-PQFP-G44 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of DMA Channels | 4 |
| Number of External Interrupts | 3 |
| Number of Timers | 5 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| On Chip Program ROM Width | 8 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | TQFP44,.47SQ,32 |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | FLATPACK, THIN PROFILE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| ROM Programmability | FLASH |
| Supply Current-Max | 60mA |
| 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 | 0.8mm |
| Terminal Position | QUAD |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 40 |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | MICROCONTROLLER, RISC |
| 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 | 8542.31.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PIC24EP256GP204-I/PT:
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the 70 MIPS throughput of the PIC24EP256GP204-I/PT enable faster PWM control loops compared to an 8-bit alternative?
Running at 60 MHz with 70 MIPS throughput, the PIC24EP256GP204-I/PT can execute a complete current-control interrupt service routine in under 2 µs, allowing switching frequencies up to 200 kHz in a digitally-controlled DC-DC converter. An 8-bit PIC18 at 40 MHz delivers only 10 MIPS, limiting control bandwidth to roughly 20 kHz before the ISR overhead consumes available CPU cycles.
What ADC resolution does the PIC24EP256GP204-I/PT support, and how does dual-mode ADC flexibility help power designers?
The PIC24EP256GP204-I/PT integrates a 12-bit ADC that is also configurable as a 10-bit converter, providing 4096 or 1024 quantisation steps respectively. Power supply designers use the 12-bit mode for precise output voltage sensing in 1V to 5V rails where 0.5 mV resolution matters, then switch to 10-bit mode for faster throughput when sampling multiple current channels at high speed during transient events.
How does the JTAG boundary scan in the PIC24EP256GP204-I/PT reduce test cost in automated production environments?
The JTAG boundary scan interface of the PIC24EP256GP204-I/PT allows automated in-circuit testers to verify solder joint continuity, pin connectivity, and board-level wiring for all 44 pins without physical probe fixtures contacting every pad. This reduces functional test time by catching assembly defects early, and the same JTAG port supports in-circuit debugging during firmware development, eliminating the need for a dedicated debug header on the final PCB.
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