PIC24FJ128DA210T-I/PT - 16-bit 32MHz 128KB Flash USB Graphics MCU
MPN: PIC24FJ128DA210T-I/PT ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $10.3 | $10.30 |
| 10 | $9.55 | $95.50 |
| 100 | $8.75 | $875.00 |
| 500 | $7.95 | $3,975.00 |
| 1,000 | $7.1 | $7,100.00 |
PIC24FJ128DA210T-I/PT Overview
A PIC microcontroller (MCU) is a compact programmable processor that integrates CPU, memory, and I/O peripherals on a single silicon die. Within the broader semiconductor taxonomy, the PIC24FJ128DA210 belongs to the PIC24F family (16-bit modified Harvard architecture) which sits above 8-bit PIC MCUs and below 32-bit MIPS-based PIC32 MCUs in Microchip's portfolio. The 'FJ' series is built on a low-power Flash process, and the 'DA' sub-family adds an integrated display controller and graphics acceleration IP. This device targets human-machine interface (HMI) applications, replacing discrete graphics controllers and LCD driver chips with a single integrated solution.
Key features include 32MHz operation (8 MIPS), 128KB Flash (43K x 24), 96KB RAM, an integrated graphics controller that directly drives displays up to 4.3-inch WQVGA at 480x272 resolution, and a USB OTG controller for direct device-to-device connectivity. The 100-pin TQFP package exposes up to 85 I/O pins with multiple communication peripherals (UART, SPI, I2C) and a 16-channel 10-bit ADC. The 'I' suffix indicates industrial temperature grade (-40C to +85C), and 'T' indicates Tape & Reel packaging.
From an architectural standpoint, the PIC24FJ uses a 16-bit modified Harvard architecture with separate program and data paths, supporting DSP-like instructions and hardware multiply/divide. The integrated graphics controller is a hardware-accelerated 2D engine that offloads pixel rendering from the CPU, enabling smooth GUI animations at full panel refresh rates. Combined with the USB OTG controller, the device can simultaneously drive a display while managing USB device, host, or on-the-go communication.
Typical applications include graphical user interfaces for industrial control panels, medical instrumentation displays, consumer appliance HMI panels, and embedded systems that need both a TFT display interface and USB connectivity. The wide I/O count makes the 100-pin TQFP suitable for systems with multiple peripheral interfaces.
When designing with this device, pay attention to the voltage domain (2.2V to 3.6V core) and provide adequate decoupling across VDD/VSS pairs. The integrated graphics controller significantly reduces firmware complexity but requires correct PLL and timing configuration per the datasheet. For pin-compatible scaling, Microchip offers smaller-memory and different-package variants in the same DA family. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet.
Drop-in alternatives for PIC24FJ128DA210T-I/PT — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with PIC24FJ128DA210T-I/PT (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Package, ADC, Core Architecture, Operating Temperature, Program Memory (Flash).
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View Datasheet →PIC24FJ128DA210T-I/PT Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core | PIC 16-bit |
| Series | PIC24F-DA Family |
| Core Architecture | Modified Harvard, 16-bit |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 32 MHz (8 MIPS) |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 128 KB (43K x 24) |
| RAM | 96 KB |
| Operating Voltage Range | 2.2 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 C to +85 C (Industrial) |
| Package | 100-pin TQFP (PT), 12x12 mm |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| I/O Pins | Up to 85 |
| ADC | 10-bit, 16-channel |
| USB | USB OTG (Full-Speed) |
| Graphics Controller | Integrated, supports up to 4.3-inch WQVGA 480x272 |
| Communication Peripherals | UART, SPI, I2C |
| MSL Level | 3 (168 hours) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC24FJ128DA210T-I/PT Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RP15/PMPDO/RD15 — Remappable I/O / Parallel Master Port data |
| Pin 2 | RP14/SCK3/PMPD0 — SPI3 clock / PMP data |
| Pin 3 | RP13/PMD7 — Remappable I/O / PMP data |
| Pin 4 | RP12/SDO3/PMD6 — SPI3 data out / PMP data |
| Pin 5 | RP11/SDI3/PMD5 — SPI3 data in / PMP data |
| Pin 6 | RP10/PMD4 — Remappable I/O / PMP data |
| Pin 7 | RP9/PMD3 — Remappable I/O / PMP data |
| Pin 8 | RP8/PMD2 — Remappable I/O / PMP data |
| Pin 9 | RP7/PMD1 — Remappable I/O / PMP data |
| Pin 10 | RP6/PMD0 — Remappable I/O / PMP data |
| Pin 11 | VDD — Positive supply (2.2V to 3.6V) |
| Pin 12 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 13 | OSCI/CLKI/RA3 — Oscillator input / port pin |
| Pin 14 | OSCO/CLKO/RA2 — Oscillator output / port pin |
| Pin 15 | RA1 — Port pin |
| Pin 16 | RA0 — Port pin |
| Pin 17 | RA4/TDO — Port pin / JTAG TDO |
| Pin 18 | RA5/TDI — Port pin / JTAG TDI |
| Pin 19 | RA6 — Port pin |
| Pin 20 | RA7 — Port pin |
| Pin 21 | RB0 — Port pin / programming |
| Pin 22 | RB1 — Port pin |
| Pin 23 | RB2 — Port pin |
| Pin 24 | RB3 — Port pin |
| Pin 25 | RB4 — Port pin |
| Pin 26 | RB5 — Port pin |
| Pin 27 | RB6 — Port pin |
| Pin 28 | RB7 — Port pin |
| Pin 29 | RB8 — Port pin |
| Pin 30 | RB9 — Port pin |
| Pin 31 | RB10 — Port pin |
| Pin 32 | RB11 — Port pin |
| Pin 33 | RB12 — Port pin |
| Pin 34 | RB13 — Port pin |
| Pin 35 | RB14 — Port pin |
| Pin 36 | RB15 — Port pin |
| Pin 37 | RC1 — Port pin |
| Pin 38 | RC2 — Port pin |
| Pin 39 | RC3 — Port pin |
| Pin 40 | RC4 — Port pin |
| Pin 41 | VDD — Positive supply |
| Pin 42 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 43 | RD0 — Port pin |
| Pin 44 | RD1 — Port pin |
| Pin 45 | RD2 — Port pin |
| Pin 46 | RD3 — Port pin |
| Pin 47 | RD4 — Port pin |
| Pin 48 | RD5 — Port pin |
| Pin 49 | RD6 — Port pin |
| Pin 50 | RD7 — Port pin |
| Pin 51 | RD8 — Port pin |
| Pin 52 | RD9 — Port pin |
| Pin 53 | RD10 — Port pin |
| Pin 54 | RD11 — Port pin |
| Pin 55 | RD12 — Port pin |
| Pin 56 | RD13 — Port pin |
| Pin 57 | RD14 — Port pin |
| Pin 58 | RD15 — Port pin |
| Pin 59 | RE0 — Port pin |
| Pin 60 | RE1 — Port pin |
| Pin 61 | RE2 — Port pin |
| Pin 62 | RE3 — Port pin |
| Pin 63 | RE4 — Port pin |
| Pin 64 | RE5 — Port pin |
| Pin 65 | RE6 — Port pin |
| Pin 66 | RE7 — Port pin |
| Pin 67 | RF0 — Port pin |
| Pin 68 | RF1 — Port pin |
| Pin 69 | RF2 — Port pin |
| Pin 70 | RF3 — Port pin |
| Pin 71 | RF4 — Port pin |
| Pin 72 | RF5 — Port pin |
| Pin 73 | VDD — Positive supply |
| Pin 74 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 75 | RF6 — Port pin |
| Pin 76 | RF7 — Port pin |
| Pin 77 | RG0 — Port pin |
| Pin 78 | RG1 — Port pin |
| Pin 79 | RG2 — Port pin |
| Pin 80 | RG3 — Port pin |
| Pin 81 | RG6 — Port pin |
| Pin 82 | RG7 — Port pin |
| Pin 83 | RG8 — Port pin |
| Pin 84 | RG9 — Port pin |
| Pin 85 | RG12 — Port pin |
| Pin 86 | RG13 — Port pin |
| Pin 87 | RG14 — Port pin |
| Pin 88 | RG15 — Port pin |
| Pin 89 | VUSB — USB voltage reference |
| Pin 90 | D+ — USB D+ data line |
| Pin 91 | D- — USB D- data line |
| Pin 92 | VBUS — USB VBUS sense |
| Pin 93 | VDD — Positive supply |
| Pin 94 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 95 | MCLR — Master clear reset (active low) |
| Pin 96 | ENVREG — Voltage regulator enable |
| Pin 97 | TMS — JTAG test mode select |
| Pin 98 | TCK — JTAG test clock |
| Pin 99 | AVDD — Analog positive supply |
| Pin 100 | AVSS — Analog ground reference |
Typical Applications
PIC24FJ128DA210T-I/PT is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Control Panel HMI, Medical Instrumentation Display, Consumer Appliance User Interface, USB-Connected Data Acquisition Module, Automotive Infotainment Sub-Display, Point-of-Sale Terminal with TFT.
Industrial Control Panel HMI
The PIC24FJ128DA210T-I/PT is engineered for industrial HMI panels with TFT LCDs, where its integrated graphics controller directly drives displays up to 4.3-inch WQVGA at 480x272 without an external graphics IC. The 96 KB RAM supports full-screen frame buffers at 16-bit color depth, while the 32 MHz CPU delivers 8 MIPS sufficient for menu rendering and data acquisition loops. The 16-channel 10-bit ADC interfaces to sensors for panel-side process monitoring. The 100-pin TQFP exposes 85 I/Os for keypad matrix, status LEDs, RS-485, and CAN bus bridging.
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Medical Instrumentation Display
Medical diagnostic and monitoring devices benefit from the PIC24FJ128DA210T-I/PT's combination of TFT graphics acceleration and USB OTG connectivity. The integrated graphics controller renders waveforms, trend graphs, and patient data with smooth animation at full WQVGA refresh rates without taxing the CPU. The USB OTG controller supports direct data download to USB thumb drives or connection to a host PC for clinician review. The industrial -40C to +85C temperature range meets clinical equipment operating envelopes. Low-power sleep modes extend battery life in portable patient monitors.
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Consumer Appliance User Interface
Smart appliances such as washing machines, ovens, and coffee makers integrate the PIC24FJ128DA210T-I/PT to provide modern capacitive-touch TFT interfaces with Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity via USB-attached modules. The 128 KB Flash accommodates rich UI assets including multi-language fonts and animation sequences, while 96 KB RAM enables instantaneous menu transitions. The USB OTG port supports firmware updates from USB sticks for field service. Hardware graphics acceleration offloads touch response animation, eliminating the lag typical of software-rendered MCU GUIs.
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USB-Connected Data Acquisition Module
Data acquisition modules use the PIC24FJ128DA210T-I/PT's USB OTG to present themselves as CDC, HID, or MSD devices for plug-and-play host connectivity. The 16-channel 10-bit ADC samples sensor data at up to 500 ksps aggregate rate, with 96 KB RAM buffering multi-channel scan streams before USB transmission. The integrated USB transceiver eliminates external PHY cost and PCB area. Industrial temperature rating enables use in factory-floor test rigs and laboratory instrumentation.
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Automotive Infotainment Sub-Display
The PIC24FJ128DA210T-I/PT drives rear-seat entertainment sub-displays and climate-control TFT panels where USB media playback and graphics animation are key. The integrated graphics controller handles menu transitions and album-art rendering at WQVGA resolution while the main MCU focuses on vehicle networking. The USB OTG port accepts USB sticks for media playback in non-automotive designs; for AEC-Q100 automotive qualification, select the PIC24F automotive-grade variant. The 100-pin TQFP package is well-supported by automotive PCB assembly lines.
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Point-of-Sale Terminal with TFT
POS terminals integrate the PIC24FJ128DA210T-I/PT for graphical order-entry screens and USB-based payment terminal interfaces. The integrated graphics controller accelerates touch response for cashier workflows, while USB OTG supports PIN pad and receipt printer peripherals. The 128 KB Flash stores localized UI strings and product databases; 96 KB RAM manages transaction buffers. The 100-pin TQFP exposes GPIOs for keypad matrix, thermal printer interface, and Ethernet module control via SPI.
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Engineering reference data for PIC24FJ128DA210T-I/PT — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC24FJ128DA210-I/PT | PIC24FJ128DA206T-I/PT | PIC24FJ128DA110T-I/PT | PIC24FJ128GA010T-I/PT | PIC24FJ128GA006-I/PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 100-pin TQFP (PT) 12x12 mm | 100-pin TQFP (PT) - same | 100-pin TQFP (PT) - same | 100-pin TQFP (PT) - same | 100-pin TQFP (PT) - same | 100-pin TQFP (PT) - same |
| Flash Memory | 128 KB | 128 KB | 64 KB (-50%) | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB |
| RAM | 96 KB | 96 KB | 96 KB | 48 KB (-50%) | 96 KB | 96 KB |
| Graphics Controller | Yes (integrated) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| USB OTG | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 32 MHz (8 MIPS) | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz | 32 MHz |
| Operating Voltage | 2.2V to 3.6V | 2.2V to 3.6V | 2.2V to 3.6V | 2.2V to 3.6V | 2.0V to 3.6V | 2.0V to 3.6V |
| Unit Price (1 pc) | $10.30 | ~$10.30 | ~$8.50 | ~$9.20 | ~$8.80 | ~$8.40 |
Key Differentiators
- Integrated graphics controller eliminates external LCD driver cost (vs PIC24FJ128GA010T-I/PT)
- USB OTG without external PHY (vs PIC24FJ128GA010T-I/PT)
- Highest memory density in 100-pin DA family (vs PIC24FJ128DA206T-I/PT)
- 96 KB RAM enables full-screen frame buffers (vs PIC24FJ128DA110T-I/PT)
Design Notes
The PIC24FJ128DA210T-I/PT operates from 2.2V to 3.6V on the VDD pins. Place one 10uF bulk capacitor near the VDD/VSS pins plus 100nF decoupling at every VDD pin pair. The internal voltage regulator (ENVREG pin) must be enabled by tying it to VDD or left floating for internal regulation. USB transceivers draw up to 25mA peak; ensure 3.3V rail can deliver transient current without voltage collapse.
Use a 4-layer PCB with continuous ground plane beneath the 100-pin TQFP for thermal dissipation and signal integrity. Route the 32 MHz crystal traces within 5mm of the OSCI/OSCO pins with guard rings tied to analog ground. Keep USB D+/D- traces matched within 2mm and 90 ohm differential impedance per USB 2.0 specification. Place ferrite beads on analog AVDD/AVSS to isolate from digital switching noise.
Do not exceed the 32 MHz maximum CPU clock; PLL multipliers above 8x require careful VCO configuration per datasheet. The MCLR pin requires a 10kohm pull-up to VDD for reliable reset; leaving it floating causes intermittent brown-out behavior. Self-programming of Flash requires the ICSP interface to be disabled during writes; do not conflict with JTAG TMS/TCK pins. The graphics controller requires correct PLL setup before enabling the PMP module.
When driving a TFT display through the 8/16-bit parallel master port, place series resistors (22-33 ohm) on data and clock lines to dampen reflections. Keep PMP traces under 50mm and impedance-controlled to 50 ohms. The graphics controller outputs can drive 25 MHz pixel clocks; ensure trace lengths are matched within 5mm across the RGB bus to avoid color skew.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - select PIC24F automotive-grade variants for AEC-Q100 automotive applications. Pb-free reflow-compatible per JEDEC J-STD-020.
