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PIC32CM6408PL10048-I/6MX

MCHPPIC32CM6408PL10048-I/6MX

Microchip Technology
ARM Microcontrollers - MCU CM0+, 64KB, 24MHz, 5V, 12bit ADC, PTC, 2xCMP, DAC, PDID, EVSYS, DMA, CCL, 3xSERCOM, 3xTC, 1xTCC, RTC, WDT, PDID, 85C
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Overview

The PIC32CM6408PL10048-I/6MX is a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M0+ microcontroller operating at up to 24MHz with 64KB of Flash and 8KB of SRAM. This 5V-capable MCU is designed for robust operation, featuring an integrated Peripheral Touch Controller (PTC) and Multi-Voltage I/O (MVIO) to simplify interfacing in mixed-signal environments.

Why Choose This Part

The part excels in reliability with a wide 1.8V to 5.5V supply range and 5V native I/O support, eliminating the need for level shifters in many industrial designs. Its hardware-based Event System and Configurable Custom Logic (CCL) allow for complex peripheral-to-peripheral interactions without CPU intervention, reducing power consumption and increasing determinism.

Applications

Capacitive Touch Interfaces
Utilizes the hardware Peripheral Touch Controller to support up to 29 self-capacitance channels for buttons, sliders, and wheels.
Industrial Sensors
Integrates a 12-bit ADC with hardware oversampling up to 16-bit resolution, along with dual analog comparators for precision monitoring.
Home Appliances
The 5V operation and robust peripheral set make it suitable for white goods control panels and motor management.
System Management
Acts as a co-processor for power sequencing and monitoring using its Multi-Voltage I/O and Event System for low-latency hardware response.

Key Specifications

Speed 24MHz
RAM Size 8K x 8
Core Size 32-Bit
Peripherals Brown-out Detect/Reset, DMA, POR, WDT
Connectivity I2C, LINbus, SPI, UART/USART
Mounting Type Surface Mount, Wettable Flank
Number of I/O 41
Core Processor ARM Cortex-M0+
Package / Case 48-VFQFN Exposed Pad
Data Converters A/D 25x12b
Oscillator Type External, Internal
Program Memory Size 64KB (64K x 8)
Program Memory Type FLASH
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 48-VQFN (6x6)
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 1.8V ~ 5.5V

Getting Started

Development is supported by Microchip's MPLAB X IDE and the XC32 compiler. For rapid prototyping, look for the PIC32CM LE00, MC00, or PL00 Curiosity Nano evaluation boards which provide full access to the I/O and integrated programming/debugging.

PIC32CM6408 Family

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

Part Number I/O Pins Package ADC/DAC Temp Range Stock
PIC32CM6408PL10048-I/6MX (this part) 41 VFQFN-48 A/D 25x12b -40degC ~ 85degC (.. 732
PIC32CM6408PL10064-I/5LX 55 VFQFN-64 A/D 29x12b -40degC ~ 85degC (.. 677
PIC32CM6408PL10028-E/3LW 22 VFQFN-28 A/D 16x12b -40degC ~ 125degC .. 909

Also Consider

ATSAMD21G18A-MFT MCHPMicrochip Technology - Offers a higher 48MHz clock speed and larger 256KB Flash for more complex software stacks while remaining in the Cortex-M0+ family.
PIC32CM1216MC00048-I/U5B MCHPMicrochip Technology - Suitable for applications requiring dual CAN-FD interfaces and motor control specific timers within the same ecosystem.