MCHPPIC32MK0512GPE064-I/PT

Overview

The PIC32MK0512GPE064-I/PT is a high-performance 32-bit microcontroller featuring a MIPS32 microAptiv core with an integrated Floating Point Unit (FPU) and DSP instructions. Operating at 120MHz, it provides 512KB of Flash and 128KB of RAM, making it highly capable for complex mathematical computations and real-time control. This specific General Purpose (GP) variant is heavily optimized for communication, offering four CAN FD controllers and six UART, SPI, and I2C interfaces.

Why Choose This Part

This MCU offers a compelling mix of 120MHz processing power and high peripheral density, including 48 I/O pins and 4KB of EEPROM for non-volatile parameter storage. The microAptiv core with FPU support allows engineers to implement complex control loops and signal processing without the overhead of fixed-point math. Furthermore, its wide operating voltage of 2.2V to 3.6V and 5V tolerant pins simplify integration into legacy industrial systems.

Applications

Getting Started

Development is primarily supported through the Microchip MPLAB X IDE and the XC32 compiler. Engineers should utilize the MPLAB Harmony v3 framework for rapid peripheral configuration and middleware integration. Hardware debugging is handled via standard JTAG or ICSP interfaces using tools like the MPLAB ICD 4 or PICkit 4.

PIC32MK Family

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