PIC24FJ64GC006-I/MR

Microcontrollers Overview

The PIC24FJ64GC006-I/MR is a 16-bit microcontroller from the PIC24FJ128GC010 family, featuring a 64 kB program memory and 8 kB data RAM. It operates at up to 32 MHz (16 MIPS) with a 2.0V to 3.6V supply range in a 64-pin QFN package. Key peripherals include a 12-bit pipeline ADC with up to 30 channels, a 16-bit Sigma-Delta ADC, two 10-bit DACs, dual operational amplifiers, three comparators, and a CTMU. It supports USB OTG, LCD controller, DMA, PPS, RTCC, SPI, I2C, UART, CRC, and DSM.

Microcontrollers Feature Summary

• Advanced analog capabilities including a 12-bit high-speed pipeline A/D converter, a 16-bit Sigma-Delta A/D converter, dual rail-to-rail operational amplifiers, and a Charge Time Measurement Unit for capacitive touch sensing.
• USB v2.0 On-The-Go compliant module supporting dual role host/peripheral operation without an external crystal oscillator.
• Extreme Low-Power (XLP) technology offering multiple power management options such as Deep Sleep, VBAT modes, and Doze mode for significant current reduction.
• Flexible peripheral mapping via Peripheral Pin Select (PPS), six-channel DMA to minimize CPU overhead, and a hardware Real-Time Clock and Calendar.

Microcontrollers Applications

• Battery-powered portable devices requiring low standby current
• Industrial control systems utilizing advanced analog signal processing
• Human-machine interfaces incorporating LCD displays and capacitive touch sensors
• Communication equipment requiring USB connectivity

Microcontrollers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against official Microchip documentation to confirm package type and temperature grade. Ensure compatibility with your PCB footprint for the 64-pin QFN configuration. Confirm that the selected component meets all required environmental specifications for your intended application environment.

Microcontrollers Selection Notes

Select this device if your design requires integrated USB OTG functionality combined with advanced analog features like op-amps and CTMU. The XLP technology makes it suitable for applications demanding extended battery life. Consider the 64 kB Flash size and 30-channel ADC count when evaluating memory and input requirements relative to other family members.

Microcontrollers Part Context

This component belongs to the PIC24FJ128GC010 family of 16-bit flash microcontrollers. It shares architectural similarities with variants like the PIC24FJ64GC010 but differs in pin count and peripheral availability. The family emphasizes extreme low-power consumption alongside high-performance analog and communication peripherals.

Microcontrollers Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes within the same family include the PIC24FJ64GC010-I/MR, which offers identical core and analog features but includes additional pins and peripherals. Cross-family replacements require careful evaluation of instruction set compatibility and peripheral mapping differences.