CHANDLER, Ariz., May 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Designers of real-time control applications are increasingly challenged to balance performance and peripheral integration while keeping system costs and complexity low. To address these challenges, Microchip Technology Inc. (Nasdaq: MCHP) introduced the dsPIC33CK value line family of digital signal controllers (DSCs) to provide essential real-time control at a competitive price. By combining deterministic processing up to 100 MHz, high-resolution pulse width modulation (PWM) and a 12-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC), Value Line DSC’s engine supports Field Oriented Control (FOC), touch and precision sensing applications without the added cost of unnecessary features.
dsPIC33CK Value Line devices integrate a balanced set of peripherals that allow designers to consolidate multiple system functions onto a single device, reducing the number of external components, circuit board footprint and overall bill of materials (BoM) costs. With scalable program Flash memory options ranging from 32 KB to 256 KB, and compatibility with the broader dsPIC33CK family, Value Line DSCs support scalability and provide migration paths for future needs.
“Not every real-time control design needs a high-performance solution; many just need reliable performance at the right price,” said Joe Thomsen, corporate vice president of Microchip’s digital signal controllers business unit. “The dsPIC33CK Value Line delivers the essentials designers rely on most while eliminating complexity and helping provide a simple path to building capable, reliable systems without paying for features they don’t need. Offering consistent pricing at any volume makes it easier for customers to plan, scale and control long-term costs.”
Designed for cost-sensitive applications, the dsPIC33CK Value Line family offers consistent and competitive pricing across different purchase volumes, simplifying device selection during early evaluation and production planning. Automotive-grade reliability, including AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualification and built-in security features to implement secure boot and secure firmware updates, enables use in industrial, automotive, consumer and medical applications where reliable real-time operation is required.
Value Line DSCs are designed to provide PWM resolution of up to 2 ns over eight channels, a 12-bit ADC supporting up to 2 MSPS, on-chip analog comparators with a 12-bit digital-to-analog converter (DAC), and a comprehensive set of communications peripherals including CAN FD, Local Interconnect Network (LIN), Single Edge Nibble Transmission (SENT), Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter (UART), Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) and I²C. Together with Microchip’s established dsPIC33CK DSC ecosystem, these capabilities help designers implement precise, reliable real-time control functions within a single device, simplifying system design while supporting use in demanding applications that require long-term reliability and cost-efficiency. Visit the website for more information about Microchip’s entire portfolio digital signal controllers.
Development tools
To speed evaluation and development, Microchip offers a low-cost dsPIC33CK Value Line Curiosity Nano evaluation kit with a built-in debugger, eliminating the need for an external programming or debugging tool. The evaluation platform can be used with Microchip’s Curiosity Nano base for Click Boards™ and Curiosity Nano touch adapter card for touch-based applications. A Motor Control Dual Inline Module (DIM) is also available to support rapid prototyping of motor control designs. Value Line DSCs are compatible with the MPLAB® development ecosystem, including the MPLAB XC-DSC Pro Compiler.
Prices and availability
Value Line DSCs are available starting at $0.51 each, with consistent pricing regardless of order quantity. That’s possible purchase directly from Microchip or contact a Microchip sales representative or authorized worldwide distributor.
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