Manufacturer Part Number
PIC24EP256GP204-E/PT
Manufacturer
Microchip Technology
Introduction
High-performance Microchip 16-Bit Digital Signal Controller
Product Features and Performance
Core Processor: PIC
Core Size: 16-Bit
Speed: 60 MIPs
Program Memory Size: 256KB
RAM Size: 16K x 16
Enhanced Peripheral Pin Select (PPS) for improved I/O routing
DMA channels for data transfers without CPU intervention
Advanced Analog Features with High-Resolution PWM and Timers
Flexible Communication Interfaces: I2C, SPI, UART/USART, IrDA, LINbus
Product Advantages
High MIPS-to-cost ratio for cost-sensitive applications
Extensive Peripheral Set for diverse application requirements
Wide operation temperature range for harsh environments
DSP engine for optimized math computation
Key Technical Parameters
Program Memory Type: FLASH
Number of I/O: 35
Voltage Supply Range: 3V to 3.6V
Data Converters: 9x10b/12b A/D
Temperature Range: -40°C to 125°C
Oscillator Type: Internal
Quality and Safety Features
AEC-Q100 Qualified for Automotive Applications
Brown-out Detect/Reset for system integrity
Power-on Reset for reliable operation
Watchdog Timer to prevent system lockups
Compatibility
Compatible with Microchip's MPLAB ICD 3, MPLAB REAL ICE, PICkit 3
Pin-compatible with other PIC24EP series microcontrollers for easy upgrade
Application Areas
Automotive
Industrial Automation
Consumer Electronics
Motor Control
Embedded Control
Product Lifecycle
Active Product Status
Long-term availability
Not close to discontinuation
Replacements and upgrades are available within Microchip's PIC24EP series
Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product
Suitable for high-reliability automotive applications
High performance with 60 MIPs for time-sensitive tasks
Extensive mixed-signal integration for varied application requirements
Robust operation across wide temperature and voltage ranges
High level of support and toolchain integration with Microchip's development tools
Scalable across various applications due to the comprehensive feature set