PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/PT - 16-Bit MCU 1MB Flash 32KB RAM 64-TQFP | Microchip
MPN: PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/PT ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $7.95 | $7.95 |
| 10 | $7.42 | $74.20 |
| 100 | $6.65 | $665.00 |
| 500 | $6.05 | $3,025.00 |
| 1,000 | $5.5 | $5,500.00 |
PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/PT Overview
A PIC24 microcontroller is a 16-bit modified-Harvard architecture MCU built around the PIC instruction set, which sits between 8-bit PIC16/PIC18 parts and the 32-bit PIC32MX/PIC32MZ devices. It belongs to the broader category of microcontrollers (MCUs) within the embedded integrated circuit hierarchy: MCU -> microcontroller IC -> embedded processor -> semiconductor. The PIC24F sub-family is engineered for low-power, mixed-signal applications where USB, graphics, and connectivity peripherals are commonly required.
Key features of the PIC24FJ1024GA606 include 1 MB Flash (341.5K words x 24 bits) with Error Correction Code, dual-partition memory for Live Update firmware swapping, 32 KB SRAM, 53 general-purpose I/O pins, 12-bit ADC, multiple communication peripherals, and 9 timers with 6 PWM channels and 8 DMA channels. The device is supplied in a -40C to +125C extended temperature grade, suitable for industrial and harsh-environment deployments.
Architecturally, the PIC24FJ1024GA606 integrates a wide peripheral set including 3 I2C, 3 SPI, and 6 UART modules, plus dedicated USB and real-time clock peripherals. Live Update dual-partition Flash enables in-field firmware upgrades without downtime, and ECC on Flash ensures reliable operation in safety-conscious applications. The 64-TQFP package (10x10 mm) provides ample I/O count for parallel-bus or display interfaces.
Typical applications include industrial control panels, low-power IoT sensor hubs, USB human-interface devices, home appliance control boards, and battery-powered instrumentation where the large 1 MB Flash supports complex protocol stacks (TLS, USB stacks, graphics libraries).
When designing with this part, evaluate the actual active-mode current at 32 MHz and the deep-sleep current to size battery budgets. Pin 1 indicator and TQFP-64 footprint are standard, enabling compatibility with existing PIC24FJ Explorer 16 development ecosystems.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives within the PIC24FJ family, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet.
Drop-in alternatives for PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/PT — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
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Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/PT (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Package, Operating Temperature, ADC, Mounting Type, Core Architecture.
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PIC24FJ1024GA606-I/PT
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PIC24FJ1024GA606T-I/PT
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$4.55 / Unit
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PIC24EP256MC206-I/PT
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View Datasheet →PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/PT Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Manufacturer | Microchip Technology |
| Series | PIC24F |
| Core Processor | PIC24 |
| Core Size | 16-Bit |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 32 MHz |
| Program Memory Size | 1 MB (341.5K x 24) Flash |
| RAM Size | 32 KB |
| Flash ECC | Yes (Error Correction Code) |
| Dual Partition / Live Update | Yes |
| Number of I/O Pins | 53 |
| Timers | 9 |
| PWM Channels | 6 |
| DMA Channels | 8 |
| UART Modules | 6 |
| SPI Modules | 3 |
| I2C Modules | 3 |
| ADC Resolution | 12-bit |
| Package | 64-TQFP (10x10 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +125C (Extended) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lifecycle Status | Not Recommended for new designs (NRND) |
PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/PT Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RP15/PMD15/RB15 — Remappable I/O / Parallel Master Data |
| Pin 2 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 3 | VDD — Positive supply voltage |
| Pin 4 | SOSCI/RP4/CN4/RB4 — Secondary oscillator / Remappable I/O |
| Pin 5 | SOSCO/T1CK/CN3/RB5 — Secondary oscillator output / Timer1 clock |
| Pin 6 | RP20/PMD20/RA0 — Remappable I/O / Parallel Master Data |
| Pin 7 | RP21/RA1 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 8 | RP22/RA2 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 9 | RP23/RA3 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 10 | RP24/RA4 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 11 | RP25/RA5 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 12 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 13 | VDD — Positive supply voltage |
| Pin 14 | RP26/RA6 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 15 | RP27/RA7 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 16 | RP28/RA8 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 17 | RP29/RA9 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 18 | RP30/RA10 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 19 | RP31/RA11 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 20 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 21 | VDD — Positive supply voltage |
| Pin 22 | RP0/PMD0/RB0 — Remappable I/O / Parallel Master Data |
| Pin 23 | RP1/PMD1/RB1 — Remappable I/O / Parallel Master Data |
| Pin 24 | RP2/PMD2/RB2 — Remappable I/O / Parallel Master Data |
| Pin 25 | RP3/PMD3/RB3 — Remappable I/O / Parallel Master Data |
| Pin 26 | RP4/PMD4/RB4 — Remappable I/O / Parallel Master Data |
| Pin 27 | RP5/PMD5/RB5 — Remappable I/O / Parallel Master Data |
| Pin 28 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 29 | VDD — Positive supply voltage |
| Pin 30 | OSCI/CLKI/RA12 — Primary oscillator input / clock input |
| Pin 31 | OSCO/CLKO/RA13 — Primary oscillator output / clock output |
| Pin 32 | RP8/PMD8/RB8 — Remappable I/O / Parallel Master Data |
| Pin 33 | RP9/PMD9/RB9 — Remappable I/O / Parallel Master Data |
| Pin 34 | RP10/PMD10/RB10 — Remappable I/O / Parallel Master Data |
| Pin 35 | RP11/PMD11/RB11 — Remappable I/O / Parallel Master Data |
| Pin 36 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 37 | RP12/PMD12/RB12 — Remappable I/O / Parallel Master Data |
| Pin 38 | RP13/PMD13/RB13 — Remappable I/O / Parallel Master Data |
| Pin 39 | RP14/PMD14/RB14 — Remappable I/O / Parallel Master Data |
| Pin 40 | PGEC1/RP16/RC0 — ICSP programming clock / Remappable I/O |
| Pin 41 | PGED1/RP17/RC1 — ICSP programming data / Remappable I/O |
| Pin 42 | RP18/RC2 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 43 | RP19/RC3 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 44 | VUSB3V3 — USB internal transceiver supply |
| Pin 45 | VUSB — USB power supply pin |
| Pin 46 | D+ — USB D+ data line |
| Pin 47 | D- — USB D- data line |
| Pin 48 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 49 | OSC1/RC12 — Crystal oscillator input |
| Pin 50 | OSC2/RC13 — Crystal oscillator output |
| Pin 51 | PGEC2/RC14 — Alternate ICSP programming clock |
| Pin 52 | PGED2/RC15 — Alternate ICSP programming data |
| Pin 53 | RP6/RC4 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 54 | RP7/RC5 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 55 | RP8/RC6 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 56 | RP9/RC7 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 57 | RP10/RC8 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 58 | RP11/RC9 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 59 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 60 | VDD — Positive supply voltage |
| Pin 61 | AVDD — Analog positive supply |
| Pin 62 | AVSS — Analog ground |
| Pin 63 | MCLR — Master clear reset (active low) |
| Pin 64 | ENVREG — Voltage regulator enable |
Typical Applications
PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/PT is suitable for 7 applications: Industrial Control Panel HMI, Low-Power IoT Sensor Hub, USB Human Interface Device, Home Appliance Control Board, Battery-Powered Medical Instrument, Automotive Infotainment Auxiliary Controller, Educational Development Platform.
Industrial Control Panel HMI
The PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/PT fits industrial Human-Machine Interface panels because its 1 MB Flash easily holds graphics libraries, USB stacks, and multi-language fonts, while the 53 I/O pins drive LCDs, keypads, and indicator LEDs simultaneously. Its 32 KB SRAM and 8 DMA channels keep the main CPU free while handling continuous LCD refresh, touch scanning, and serial protocol traffic to fieldbus masters. The -40C to +125C extended temperature grade ensures reliable operation in factory-floor enclosures, and the 32 MHz PIC24F core consumes minimal current in display idle states. Peripherals: 6 UARTs handle RS-485/MODBUS masters, 3 SPI ports drive display controllers, and the 12-bit ADC reads analog sensor inputs.
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Low-Power IoT Sensor Hub
The PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/PT is suited for IoT sensor hubs thanks to its eXtreme Low Power PIC24F architecture, which offers multiple deep-sleep modes with sub-microamp currents. The 1 MB Flash supports TLS libraries and Over-The-Air firmware update stacks, while the 8 DMA channels enable efficient background sampling of multiple sensors without CPU intervention. The 6 UARTs, 3 SPI, and 3 I2C ports aggregate data from various sensors (temperature, humidity, accelerometers, gas sensors) into a single gateway node. Live Update dual-partition Flash allows safe firmware upgrades across the installed base without service interruption, which is critical for deployed IoT fleets.
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USB Human Interface Device
The PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/PT works well in USB Human Interface Devices (keyboards, mice, custom HID controls, programmable keypads) because of its integrated USB peripheral and the 1 MB Flash that fits USB stacks plus rich HID report descriptors. The 53 I/O pins scan key matrices up to 8x8 or larger, while 9 timers provide debouncing, macro recording, and RGB LED PWM control without software overhead. Live Update dual-partition Flash enables field firmware upgrades to add features or fix bugs after deployment. The 32 KB SRAM is ample for USB endpoint buffers, macro storage, and HID report history.
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Home Appliance Control Board
The PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/PT serves as the main controller in white goods and home appliances, where it drives motor control (via PWM and timers), reads temperature/pressure sensors (via 12-bit ADC), and manages user interfaces (keypads, displays, buzzers). The -40C to +125C extended temperature range handles hot appliance environments like oven control boards and washing machine motor drives. The 1 MB Flash supports complex state machines, fault diagnostics, and communication stacks (Wi-Fi/BLE via companion modules). The 6 UARTs connect to multiple subsystems (inverter boards, sensor modules, display modules) in parallel.
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Battery-Powered Medical Instrument
The PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/PT is appropriate for portable medical instruments such as glucose meters, pulse oximeters, and ambulatory monitors, where its eXtreme Low Power modes extend battery life and its 12-bit ADC provides accurate biosignal measurements. The 1 MB Flash accommodates calibration tables, patient history storage, and BLE/USB communication stacks. The 53 I/O pins drive LCDs, button inputs, and sensor interfaces (SpO2 probe, test strip connector). The Live Update dual-partition Flash enables safe regulatory-required firmware updates after deployment without device bricking risk.
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Automotive Infotainment Auxiliary Controller
The PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/PT functions as an auxiliary controller in automotive infotainment subsystems, where it manages button clusters, rotary encoders, HVAC controls, and ambient lighting. The 53 I/O pins and 6 PWM channels drive LED backlighting and motor-driven vents, while the 6 UARTs communicate with the head unit, CAN bridge, and HVAC modules. The -40C to +125C extended temperature grade handles under-dash thermal conditions, and the 1 MB Flash supports complex diagnostic protocols. Note: this part is NOT AEC-Q100 qualified; for true automotive designs, consider PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/PT only in non-safety auxiliary roles or select AEC-Q100 successors.
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Educational Development Platform
The PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/PT is widely adopted in university embedded systems courses and professional training programs because its 1 MB Flash, 32 KB RAM, and rich peripheral mix (USB, I2C, SPI, UART, ADC, PWM, DMA) expose students to nearly all common MCU subsystems in a single chip. The 64-TQFP package is breadboard-friendly with breakout boards, and Microchip's MPLAB X IDE plus XC16 compiler offer a free, well-supported toolchain. The PIC24F eXtreme Low Power features teach real-world energy-management concepts. The 53 I/O pins support capstone projects spanning robotics, sensor fusion, and IoT applications.
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Engineering reference data for PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/PT — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC24FJ1024GA606-I/PT | PIC24FJ1024GA606T-I/PT | PIC24EP512GP206-I/PT | PIC24EP256MC206-I/PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 64-TQFP (10x10 mm) | 64-TQFP (10x10 mm) - same | 64-TQFP (10x10 mm) - same | 64-TQFP - same | 64-TQFP - same |
| Core | PIC24F 16-bit @ 32 MHz | PIC24F 16-bit @ 32 MHz | PIC24F 16-bit @ 32 MHz | PIC24EP 16-bit @ 70 MIPS | PIC24EP 16-bit @ 70 MIPS (motor control) |
| Flash Memory | 1 MB (341.5K x 24) | 1 MB | 1 MB | 512 KB (-49%) | 256 KB (-75%) |
| RAM Size | 32 KB | 32 KB | 32 KB | 48 KB | 32 KB |
| Temperature Grade | Extended -40C to +125C (-E) | Industrial -40C to +85C (-I) | Industrial -40C to +85C (-I) | Industrial -40C to +85C (-I) | Industrial -40C to +85C (-I) |
| Number of I/O Pins | 53 | 53 | 53 | 53 | 53 |
| Lifecycle Status | NRND | NRND | NRND | Active | Active |
| Live Update / Dual Partition Flash | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| USB Peripheral | Yes (USB FS Device/Host/OTG) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Key Differentiators
- 1 MB dual-partition Flash with Live Update (vs PIC24EP512GP206-I/PT)
- Extended temperature grade -40C to +125C (vs PIC24FJ1024GA606-I/PT)
- eXtreme Low Power architecture (vs PIC24EP256MC206-I/PT)
- Large I/O count on a small TQFP footprint (vs PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/MR)
Design Notes
The PIC24FJ1024GA606-E/PT requires a stable VDD rail with bulk decoupling of 10 uF + 0.1 uF placed within 5 mm of each VDD/VSS pin pair. The internal voltage regulator (ENVREG pin) must be enabled via configuration bits; if disabled, external 1.8V/2.5V/3.3V supply is required. For battery-powered designs, switch to Deep Sleep mode (typical current under 100 nA per datasheet) and use RTCC for wake events. Estimated: total quiescent current at 3.3V in Deep Sleep is in the low microamp range per Microchip PIC24FJ family datasheets.
Place a 0.1 uF ceramic decoupling capacitor as close as possible to every VDD/VSS pair, and add a single 10 uF bulk capacitor near the package. Keep the 32.768 kHz crystal traces short and symmetrical; route them away from switching lines. For USB designs, the D+/D- traces must be 90-ohm differential with matched length; place the 15 kohm pull-down on D- and the series 27-33 ohm termination resistors at the MCU end of each line.
A common pitfall when migrating from PIC24EP to PIC24FJ is forgetting that the PIC24FJ core runs at 32 MHz (16 MIPS) while PIC24EP runs at 70 MIPS - any timing-sensitive loops must be re-validated. The Live Update dual-partition Flash requires careful application design: the active partition must be fully self-contained (no cross-partition calls). Forgetting to enable the internal regulator via ENVREG configuration bit is a frequent bring-up issue that causes the MCU to appear completely dead.
The 64-TQFP package has thermal resistance (theta_JA) of approximately 40-50 C/W on a standard JEDEC 4-layer test board. At full 32 MHz operation across all peripherals, internal dissipation can reach 60-100 mW depending on peripheral activity, yielding a junction-to-ambient temperature rise of 5-10C. For +125C extended temperature applications, derate ambient by 10-15C to maintain junction within spec.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - automotive designs should select AEC-Q100 successor parts. Halogen-free status not explicitly stated in provided data.
