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PIC32CM6408MC00048-E/Y8X

MCHPPIC32CM6408MC00048-E/Y8X

Microchip Technology
ARM Microcontrollers - MCU ARM Cortex M0+, 64K Flash, 8K SRAM with motor control Features, TQFP 48, 125C
993 in stock

Overview

The PIC32CM6408MC00048-E/Y8X is an ARM Cortex-M0+ based 32-bit microcontroller running at 48MHz, specifically optimized for motor control and industrial automation. It features 64KB of Flash, 8KB of SRAM, and a dedicated Hardware Divide and Square Root Accelerator (DIVAS) to handle complex control algorithms efficiently.

Why Choose This Part

This MCU stands out by combining a power-efficient Cortex-M0+ core with hardware acceleration for math-intensive tasks, reducing CPU overhead during closed-loop control. Its SleepWalking peripherals allow for low-power operation by triggering tasks without waking the core, while the 12-channel Event System ensures deterministic peripheral-to-peripheral communication.

Applications

Brushless DC (BLDC) Motor Control
Utilizes integrated PWM peripherals and the DIVAS accelerator for precise motor commutation and speed control.
Industrial Sensor Nodes
Leverages multiple SERCOM interfaces for RS-485, LINbus, and I2C communication in rugged factory environments.
Automotive Subsystems
Suitable for auxiliary automotive control units requiring high-temperature operation up to 125C and LINbus connectivity.
Home Appliances
Provides efficient control for small pumps, fans, and compressors using the internal motor control peripherals.

Key Specifications

Speed 48MHz
RAM Size 8K x 8
Core Size 32-Bit
EEPROM Size 2K x 8
Peripherals Brown-out Detect/Reset, DMA, Motor Control, POR, PWM, WDT
Connectivity I2C, IrDA, LINbus, RS-485, SERCOM, SMBus, SPI, UART/USART
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Number of I/O 38
Core Processor ARM Cortex-M0+
Package / Case 48-TQFP
Data Converters A/D 14x12b, 1x16b Sigma-Delta; D/A 1x10b
Oscillator Type Internal
Program Memory Size 64KB (64K x 8)
Program Memory Type FLASH
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 125degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 48-TQFP (7x7)
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 2.7V ~ 5.5V

Getting Started

Developers can use the Microchip Harmony v3 framework within MPLAB X IDE for rapid firmware development and peripheral configuration. For hardware evaluation, the PIC32CM MC Curiosity Pro board is the standard platform for testing motor control routines and SERCOM interfacing.

PIC32CM6408 Family

Comparing specs that differ across variants. The current part is highlighted.

Part Number I/O Pins Package Speed ADC/DAC Connectivity Peripherals Stock
PIC32CM6408MC00048-E/Y8X (this part) 38 TQFP-48 48M A/D 14x12b, 1x16b .. I2C, IrDA, LINbus,.. Brown-out Detect/R.. 993
PIC32CM6408PL10048-I/6MX 41 VFQFN-48 24M A/D 25x12b I2C, LINbus, SPI, .. Brown-out Detect/R.. 732
PIC32CM6408PL10064-I/5LX 55 VFQFN-64 24M A/D 29x12b I2C, LINbus, SPI, .. Brown-out Detect/R.. 677
PIC32CM6408PL10028-E/3LW 22 VFQFN-28 24M A/D 16x12b I2C, LINbus, SPI, .. Brown-out Detect/R.. 909
PIC32CM6408MC00032-I/RTB 26 VFQFN-32 48M A/D 14x12b, 1x16b .. I2C, IrDA, LINbus,.. Brown-out Detect/R..
PIC32CM6408PL10032-E/QZB 26 VFQFN-32 24M A/D 20x12b I2C, LINbus, SPI, .. Brown-out Detect/R..

Also Consider

ATSAMD21G18A-AUT MCHPMicrochip Technology - Offers a similar Cortex-M0+ core with more Flash (256KB) and RAM (32KB) but lacks the dedicated DIVAS motor control accelerator.