PIC24FJ128GC006T-I/MR - 16-bit 32MHz 128KB Flash MCU | Microchip
MPN: PIC24FJ128GC006T-I/MR ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $4.98 | $4.98 |
| 10 | $4.52 | $45.20 |
| 100 | $4.05 | $405.00 |
| 500 | $3.62 | $1,810.00 |
| 1,000 | $3.21 | $3,210.00 |
PIC24FJ128GC006T-I/MR Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, volatile and non-volatile memory, and programmable peripherals such as analog-to-digital converters, timers, communication interfaces, and general-purpose I/O. The PIC24F family uses a 16-bit modified Harvard RISC architecture, occupying the hypernym chain MCU -> microcontroller -> embedded processor -> semiconductor. The '24F' series emphasizes low power consumption and rich analog integration, making it distinct from higher-performance '24H' and '24E' variants that target motor control and graphics applications.
Key differentiating features include 128 KB Flash plus 8 KB SRAM, segmented LCD driver support, USB 2.0 full-speed connectivity, a 12-bit A/D converter with up to 16 channels, multiple timers, and Microchip's eXtreme Low Power nanoWatt XLP technology. The 'T' suffix designates Tape and Reel packaging, while the 'I' suffix indicates the industrial -40 °C to +85 °C operating temperature range. The 64-VQFN (MR) 9x9 mm package provides an exposed thermal pad enabling higher dissipation in space-constrained PCB layouts.
Architecturally, the PIC24FJ128GC006 integrates a precision 16-bit instruction set with hardware multiplier and divider, dual I/O ports, and the Intelligent Analog subsystem that combines op-amps, comparators, and references in a single die. This integration reduces external component count and PCB area while improving noise immunity for sensor front-end designs.
Typical applications include portable medical devices, industrial sensor hubs, USB-based data loggers, smart energy metering with LCD readout, and battery-powered IoT edge nodes. The combination of LCD driver and USB enables compact human-interface products. Designers should budget thermal dissipation for the 9x9 mm QFN pad area, follow Microchip's decoupling guidance with 100 nF + bulk capacitors near VDD pins, and use trace routing that respects the analog/digital partition documented in the device datasheet.
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View Datasheet →PIC24FJ128GC006T-I/MR Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | PIC24F 16-bit RISC |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 128 KB (43K x 24 words) |
| Data RAM | 8 KB |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 32 MHz (16 MIPS) |
| Operating Voltage Range | 2.0 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 °C to +85 °C (Industrial, 'I' suffix) |
| Package | 64-pin VQFN (MR) 9x9 mm |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| ADC | 12-bit, up to 16 input channels |
| USB | USB 2.0 Full-Speed integrated |
| LCD Driver | Integrated segmented LCD driver |
| Low-Power Technology | eXtreme Low Power (XLP) nanoWatt |
| Timers | Multiple 16-bit and 32-bit timers |
| Communication | UART, SPI, I2C, USB |
| Packaging | Tape and Reel (T suffix) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| AEC-Q100 Automotive | Not qualified (industrial grade only) |
PIC24FJ128GC006T-I/MR 64-pin vqfn (mr) 9x9 mm Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for PIC24FJ128GC006T-I/MR (64-pin vqfn (mr) 9x9 mm package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for PIC24FJ128GC006T-I/MR.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
PIC24FJ128GC006T-I/MR is suitable for 6 applications: Portable Medical Glucose Meter, Industrial 4-20 mA Sensor Transmitter, USB Data-Logging Dongle, Smart Energy Meter with LCD, Battery-Powered IoT Edge Node, Automotive Cabin HVAC Control Panel.
Portable Medical Glucose Meter
The PIC24FJ128GC006T-I/MR is a strong fit for portable medical glucose meters requiring precise electrochemical sensor readout. Its integrated 12-bit ADC plus Intelligent Analog op-amps directly condition the test-strip current without external analog ICs, while 128 KB Flash holds the calibration lookup tables and UI strings. XLP nanoWatt sleep currents below 1 µA extend coin-cell life. Unlike higher-MIPS 32-bit Cortex-M parts, this PIC24F keeps firmware deterministic for real-time measurement timing at 16 MIPS.
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Industrial 4-20 mA Sensor Transmitter
The PIC24FJ128GC006T-I/MR is well suited to 2-wire industrial 4-20 mA sensor transmitters that must operate loop-powered from 12-24 V rails regulated down to 3.3 V. Its 2.0 V minimum supply extends headroom margin, and 128 KB Flash supports HART or IO-Link protocol stacks. The 12-bit ADC combined with the integrated op-amp drives the loop DAC directly without external instrumentation amplifiers. Engineers should budget PCB area for the 9x9 mm QFN exposed pad to dissipate linear-regulator waste heat.
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USB Data-Logging Dongle
The PIC24FJ128GC006T-I/MR suits compact USB data loggers that stream sensor measurements to a host PC. The integrated USB 2.0 Full-Speed device eliminates an external PHY, and 128 KB Flash buffers logged samples when the host is offline. Compared to PIC18F USB parts, the 16-bit core delivers faster FAT32 file-system throughput. The Tape-and-Reel 'T' suffix supports automated SMT assembly for high-volume production runs.
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Smart Energy Meter with LCD
The PIC24FJ128GC006T-I/MR is designed for single-phase smart energy meters that display consumption on a segmented LCD. The integrated LCD driver eliminates an external display controller, and 8 KB SRAM buffers rolling consumption history. At 32 MHz CPS the part computes RMS power with adequate margin for IEC 62053-21 class accuracy. Engineers should route LCD bias traces away from the switching regulator to avoid ghosting artifacts.
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Battery-Powered IoT Edge Node
The PIC24FJ128GC006T-I/MR fits battery-powered IoT edge nodes that wake on sensor events, transmit over USB or UART, then return to deep sleep. XLP nanoWatt technology achieves sub-1 µA sleep current at 3.3 V with RAM retention, and 128 KB Flash hosts MQTT-SN or LoRaWAN stacks. Compared to 32-bit Cortex-M0+ parts at the same MHz, the PIC24F core offers lower active power per instruction. Designers should use sleep modes 1 and 2 for sensor-triggered wakeups.
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Automotive Cabin HVAC Control Panel
The PIC24FJ128GC006T-I/MR is appropriate for non-safety automotive cabin HVAC control panels that operate on 12 V battery rails stepped down to 3.3 V. The integrated LCD driver renders temperature and fan icons without an external controller, and 128 KB Flash stores multi-language UI strings. The -40 °C to +85 °C industrial temperature range covers cabin environments, though AEC-Q100 qualified variants would be required for under-hood use. Engineers should add reverse-battery TVS protection on VBAT.
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Engineering reference data for PIC24FJ128GC006T-I/MR — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC24FJ128GC006-I/MR | PIC24FJ128GB606T-I/MR | PIC24FJ128GB606-I/MR | PIC24FJ1024GB606T-I/MR | PIC24FJ1024GA606T-I/MR |
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| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | VQFN-64 (MR) 9x9 | VQFN-64 (MR) 9x9 - same | VQFN-64 (MR) 9x9 - same | VQFN-64 (MR) 9x9 - same | VQFN-64 (MR) 9x9 - same | VQFN-64 (MR) 9x9 - same |
| Core Family | PIC24F GC family | PIC24F GC family | PIC24F GB family | PIC24F GB family | PIC24F GB family | PIC24F GA family |
| Flash Memory | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | 1024 KB | 1024 KB |
| LCD Driver | Yes (integrated) | Yes | No (USB-OTG instead) | No (USB-OTG instead) | No | No |
| USB | USB 2.0 Full-Speed | USB 2.0 Full-Speed | USB 2.0 OTG | USB 2.0 OTG | USB 2.0 OTG | USB 2.0 Full-Speed |
| Operating Voltage | 2.0 V to 3.6 V | 2.0 V to 3.6 V | 2.0 V to 3.6 V | 2.0 V to 3.6 V | 2.0 V to 3.6 V | 2.0 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +85 °C | -40 °C to +85 °C | -40 °C to +85 °C | -40 °C to +85 °C | -40 °C to +85 °C | -40 °C to +85 °C |
Key Differentiators
- Tape-and-Reel packaging suited for high-volume SMT (vs PIC24FJ128GC006-I/MR)
- Integrated Intelligent Analog front-end reduces BOM (vs PIC24FJ128GB606T-I/MR)
- Segmented LCD driver eliminates external display IC (vs PIC24FJ128GA006-I/PT)
Design Notes
Place a 100 nF 0402 ceramic decoupling capacitor within 2 mm of each VDD pin, and a single 10 µF bulk tantalum or ceramic capacitor adjacent to the 64-VQFN exposed thermal pad. The exposed pad must be soldered to a continuous ground plane with at least 8 thermal vias (0.3 mm drill, 0.5 mm pitch) to the inner ground layer for heat dissipation and electrical reference per Microchip AN246 QFN layout guidelines.
Route the USB DP/DM traces as a 90-ohm matched differential pair with continuous ground reference underneath. Keep total trace length under 50 mm and place the ferrite bead + common-mode chokes within 5 mm of the USB connector. Isolate the 12-bit analog traces (AN0-AN15) from digital switching nodes by at least 3 mm or by a ground island to preserve ADC SNR.
When powering from a 5 V USB rail, use an LDO with at least 200 mA headroom and 100 mV max dropout to guarantee 3.3 V rail under 150 mA peak load. For battery applications, leverage XLP sleep modes (Sleep and Deep Sleep) which achieve sub-1 µA quiescent current with RAM retention. Estimate: at 32 MHz active current ~10 mA + peripheral current, deep-sleep 100 nA typical per the Microchip PIC24FJ128GC006 datasheet.
Do not skip the ICSP programming header even for production units - field firmware updates require it. Configure the MCLR pin as a digital input with internal pull-up or as a reset source per the device configuration bits; floating MCLR causes intermittent code-execution failures. Always read the Microchip PIC24FJ128GC006 errata sheet for current revision silicon anomalies before committing to layout.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Verified Electronics supplier listing. Industrial temperature grade only; not AEC-Q100 qualified for automotive applications. Lead-free (Pb-free) reflow profile per JEDEC J-STD-020.
