Both MC and GP devices feature a 120 MHz 32-bit core that supports Digital Signal Processor (DSP) instructions. Additionally, to simplify control algorithm development, a double-precision floating-point unit is integrated into the MCU core, enabling the use of floating-point-based modeling and simulation tools during code development.
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The high-performance PIC32MK MC device integrates advanced analog peripherals, such as quad 10MHz operational amplifiers, high-speed comparators, and PWM modules optimized for motor control, into 32-bit processing to increase efficiency in motor control applications and reduce the number of required discrete components. In addition, it features an integrated analog-to-digital converter (ADC) module with 25.45 MSPS (Mega-Samples Per Second) in 12-bit mode and 33.79 MSPS in 8-bit mode, improving precision in motor control applications. This device provides up to 1MB of live update flash, 4KB EEPROM, and 256KB SRAM.

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The PIC32MK device is a best-in-class connectivity integrated product that integrates up to four independent CAN 2.0 ports, six UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter) modules, LIN (Local Interconnect Network) 1.2, and six SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) or I2S (Inter-IC Sound) modules.

Furthermore, some devices include two full-speed USB modules, enabling simultaneous operation of a USB host and a USB device. Additionally, since a single MCU can be used for communication with multiple bus protocols, design complexity can be reduced and costs can be lowered. Therefore, PIC32MK devices are suitable for dual USB applications, such as digital audio or CAN-based implementations, in the automotive and industrial markets.

Rod Drake, Vice President of Microchip’s MCU32 business unit, stated, “The PIC32MK family continues Microchip’s motor control lineup and enables 8-bit and 16-bit customers to easily migrate to 32-bit MCUs while using their existing Microchip development tools for motor control,” adding, “This family also includes a general-purpose MCU with an integrated series of serial communication modules, making it highly suitable for industrial applications.”