MPLAB Device Blocks for Simulink
Welcome to the MPLAB Device Blocks for Simulink Documentation
Model-Based Design for Microchip Microcontrollers
The MPLAB Device Blocks for Simulink is a comprehensive blockset developed by Microchip Technology that integrates seamlessly with the MATLAB/Simulink environment. It enables engineers to generate embedded C code from a Simulink model for a wide range of Microchip microcontrollers.
Three core capabilities close the simulation ↔ hardware loop in a single workflow:
- One-button code generation and deployment shorten the simulation ↔ test iteration cycle.
- Real-time data logging and visualisation capture hardware measurements and internal variables.
- Engineers focus on control-algorithm development through simulation tools. No waste of time on low-level programming or microcontroller configuration.
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Key Features
- Wide Device Support: Over 250 dsPIC and PIC32 microcontrollers supported
- Automatic Code Generation: One-click translation from Simulink model to embedded C code
- Peripheral Configuration: Easy-to-use blocks for configuring PWM, ADC, UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Timers, and more
- Multi-Tasking Scheduler: Built-in rate monotonic scheduler for real-time applications
- Hardware-in-the-Loop: External mode and Processor-in-the-Loop (PIL) testing capabilities
- Optimized Code: Assembly code replacements for critical functions on dsPIC family
- MPLAB Integration: Automatic project generation for MPLAB X IDE
- Real-Time Debugging: UART-based data logging and visualization with picgui interface
Documentation Sections
Getting Started
Quick start guides, installation instructions, and basic tutorials to get up and running quickly.
View Getting Started →Block Reference
Complete catalog of all available blocks organized by category: System, Digital IO, PWM, ADC, Communication, Timers, and more.
Browse Blocks →User Guide
Detailed guides for code generation, compiler setup, external mode debugging, and PIL testing.
Read User Guide →Motor Control
Specialized guide for motor control applications including FOC algorithms, field weakening, and sensorless control techniques.
Explore Motor Control →Examples
University research projects and Microchip Discover examples covering motor control, peripherals, and development boards.
See Examples →Video Tutorials
Watch webinars and tutorials from MathWorks, Microchip, and university researchers covering motor control, power electronics, and code deployment.
Watch Videos →Troubleshooting
Common issues and solutions for compilation errors, external mode problems, and hardware connection troubleshooting.
Get Help →Supported Device Families
dsPIC33A (NEW)
32-bit DSC with FPU, advanced PWM with Fine Edge Placement (FEP), enhanced security features.
dsPIC33C/CH/CK/CDV
16-bit DSC with dual-core options, standard PWM, motor control capabilities.
dsPIC33E/EP
16-bit DSC with high-speed SAR ADC, motor control peripherals, extensive peripheral set.
dsPIC33F/FJ
16-bit DSC foundation with motor control PWM, standard ADC, legacy applications.
dsPIC30F
16-bit DSC legacy family, essential peripheral support for existing applications.
PIC32 (MK/MZ/MX)
32-bit MIPS-based microcontrollers with motor control PWM, advanced peripherals.
SAM (ARM Cortex-M)
ARM-based microcontrollers: SAME5x, SAME7x, SAMC2x, SAMD2x families.
View Full List
See the complete list of supported devices with detailed specifications and capabilities.
Supported Devices →How It Works
During the code generation process, the MPLAB Device Blocks for Simulink automatically handles:
- Microcontroller initialization and configuration based on the selected target device
- Peripheral driver code generation (PWM, ADC, communication interfaces, etc.)
- Multi-tasking scheduler implementation with configurable overload handling
- Complete C code compilation using XC16, XC32, or XC-DSC compilers
- Generation of ready-to-flash binary files (.hex, .elf, .cof formats)
- Automatic programming of the target microcontroller (optional)
- MPLAB 8 and MPLAB X project file creation for further development
Target Applications
⚡ Motor Control
PMSM/BLDC control, FOC algorithms, sensorless control, field weakening.
🔋 Power Supplies
Digital power conversion, PFC, inverters, DC-DC converters.
🏭 Industrial Automation
PLC applications, sensor interfaces, communication protocols.
🎛️ Control Systems
Real-time control loops, signal processing, data acquisition.
Getting Help
For assistance or to learn more:
- Documentation: Browse the comprehensive guides in this documentation
- Video Tutorials: Watch video tutorials for step-by-step guidance
- Troubleshooting: Check the Troubleshooting Guide for common issues
- Examples: Study the included examples for practical implementations
- External Resources: Visit ctrl-elec.fr for advanced motor control tutorials
- Community: Join discussions on Microchip community forums
- Technical Support: Contact Microchip technical support for device-specific questions