PIC24FJ96GA010T-I/PT - 16-bit MCU, 96KB Flash, 100-TQFP | Microchip
MPN: PIC24FJ96GA010T-I/PT ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $5.62 | $5.62 |
| 10 | $5.05 | $50.50 |
| 100 | $4.49 | $449.00 |
| 500 | $3.92 | $1,960.00 |
| 1,000 | $3.46 | $3,460.00 |
PIC24FJ96GA010T-I/PT Overview
A 16-bit PIC microcontroller (MCU) is a microcontroller built around a 16-bit data path and instruction word, offering roughly twice the throughput and code density of common 8-bit MCUs while remaining simpler and more deterministic than 32-bit Cortex-M parts. Within the Microchip taxonomy, PIC24F devices sit in the PIC24 family (16-bit), targeting low-power general-purpose and consumer applications with rich peripheral integration including USB, RTCC, and 10/12-bit ADC. PIC MCUs fit into the broader hierarchy: microcontroller -> embedded MCU -> semiconductor -> integrated circuit.
Key features of this part include 16 MIPS CPU throughput at 32 MHz, 96 KB self-programmable Flash, 8 KB RAM, an enhanced parallel master/slave port (PMP/PSP), multiple UART/SPI/I2C interfaces, a 16-channel 10-bit ADC, and five 16-bit timers. The PIC24FJ96GA010 is a general-purpose member of the GA010 subgroup and supports Microchip's standard development ecosystem including MPLAB X IDE, MPLAB XC16 compiler, and PICkit programmers.
Architecturally, the PIC24FJ core uses a 24-bit instruction word with a 16-bit data path, Harvard-style bus architecture, and a vectored interrupt controller with configurable priorities. The wide Flash and RAM resources, combined with the PMP peripheral, make the GA010 sub-family suitable for graphical LCD, USB, and external memory interfaces in 100-pin designs.
Typical applications include industrial control panels, building automation, USB peripherals, HVAC controllers, consumer appliances, and graphical HMI systems. The 100-pin footprint supports the larger I/O count required by these use cases. This part is well-suited to designs needing the larger code space and rich peripherals of the GA010 group without the analog-intensive features of later FJ-GA1xx families.
When designing with this device, ensure VDD decoupling is robust (typically 10 uF bulk + 100 nF per pin pair), reference the family datasheet's I/O multiplexing tables for alternate pin functions, and confirm the JTAG/ICSP programming connections match your in-circuit programmer layout. Code density on PIC24 is approximately 1.4x-2x that of PIC18, simplifying migration from 8-bit designs.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives from the same PIC24FJ GA010/GA006 family, and practical design notes drawn from Microchip's family datasheet - information not consolidated on any single distributor page.
Drop-in alternatives for PIC24FJ96GA010T-I/PT — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
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View Datasheet →PIC24FJ96GA010T-I/PT Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | PIC24F 16-bit |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 96 KB |
| Data Memory (RAM) | 8 KB |
| CPU Performance | 16 MIPS |
| Operating Frequency | Up to 32 MHz (8 MHz internal with 4x PLL) |
| Operating Voltage Range | 2.0 V to 3.6 V |
| Pin Count | 100 |
| Package | 100-pin TQFP (PT) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| I/O Pins | Up to 85 (typical for 100-pin GA010) |
| ADC | 10-bit, up to 16 channels |
| Timers | 5 x 16-bit |
| Communication Interfaces | UART, SPI, I2C |
| Parallel Port | Enhanced PMP/PSP |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +85C (industrial, -I) |
| MSL Level | 3 (per JEDEC J-STD-020) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC24FJ96GA010T-I/PT Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RG15 — I/O pin / port G bit 15 |
| Pin 2 | VDD — Positive supply voltage (2.0V-3.6V) |
| Pin 3 | RG0 — I/O pin / port G bit 0 |
| Pin 4 | RG1 — I/O pin / port G bit 1 |
| Pin 5 | RG2 — I/O pin / port G bit 2 |
| Pin 6 | RG3 — I/O pin / port G bit 3 |
| Pin 7 | RF13 — I/O pin / port F bit 13 |
| Pin 8 | RF12 — I/O pin / port F bit 12 |
| Pin 9 | VDD — Positive supply voltage (2.0V-3.6V) |
| Pin 10 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 11 | RF5 — I/O pin / port F bit 5 / USBID |
| Pin 12 | RF4 — I/O pin / port F bit 4 / USBVBUS |
| Pin 13 | RD15 — I/O pin / port D bit 15 |
| Pin 14 | RD14 — I/O pin / port D bit 14 |
| Pin 15 | RD13 — I/O pin / port D bit 13 |
| Pin 16 | RD12 — I/O pin / port D bit 12 |
| Pin 17 | RD11 — I/O pin / port D bit 11 / PSP |
| Pin 18 | RD10 — I/O pin / port D bit 10 / PSP |
| Pin 19 | RD9 — I/O pin / port D bit 9 / PSP |
| Pin 20 | RD8 — I/O pin / port D bit 8 / PSP |
| Pin 21 | RD7 — I/O pin / port D bit 7 / PSP |
| Pin 22 | RD6 — I/O pin / port D bit 6 / PSP |
| Pin 23 | RD5 — I/O pin / port D bit 5 / PMP |
| Pin 24 | RD4 — I/O pin / port D bit 4 / PMP |
| Pin 25 | RD3 — I/O pin / port D bit 3 / PMP |
| Pin 26 | RD2 — I/O pin / port D bit 2 / PMP |
| Pin 27 | RD1 — I/O pin / port D bit 1 / PMP |
| Pin 28 | RD0 — I/O pin / port D bit 0 / PMP |
| Pin 29 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 30 | OSC1/CLKI/RC12 — Oscillator crystal input / external clock |
| Pin 31 | OSC2/CLKO/RC15 — Oscillator crystal output / clock out |
| Pin 32 | RC13/SOSCI — I/O pin / secondary oscillator input |
| Pin 33 | RC14/SOSCO — I/O pin / secondary oscillator output |
| Pin 34 | RA14 — I/O pin / port A bit 14 |
| Pin 35 | RA15 — I/O pin / port A bit 15 |
| Pin 36 | RA0 — I/O pin / port A bit 0 |
| Pin 37 | RA1 — I/O pin / port A bit 1 |
| Pin 38 | RA2 — I/O pin / port A bit 2 |
| Pin 39 | RA3 — I/O pin / port A bit 3 |
| Pin 40 | RA4 — I/O pin / port A bit 4 |
| Pin 41 | RA5 — I/O pin / port A bit 5 |
| Pin 42 | RA6 — I/O pin / port A bit 6 |
| Pin 43 | RA7 — I/O pin / port A bit 7 |
| Pin 44 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 45 | VDD — Positive supply voltage (2.0V-3.6V) |
| Pin 46 | RB0 — I/O pin / port B bit 0 / PGED1 |
| Pin 47 | RB1 — I/O pin / port B bit 1 / PGEC1 |
| Pin 48 | RB2 — I/O pin / port B bit 2 |
| Pin 49 | RB3 — I/O pin / port B bit 3 |
| Pin 50 | RB4 — I/O pin / port B bit 4 |
| Pin 51 | RB5 — I/O pin / port B bit 5 |
| Pin 52 | RB6 — I/O pin / port B bit 6 |
| Pin 53 | RB7 — I/O pin / port B bit 7 |
| Pin 54 | RB8 — I/O pin / port B bit 8 |
| Pin 55 | RB9 — I/O pin / port B bit 9 |
| Pin 56 | RB11 — I/O pin / port B bit 11 |
| Pin 57 | RB12 — I/O pin / port B bit 12 |
| Pin 58 | RB13 — I/O pin / port B bit 13 |
| Pin 59 | RB14 — I/O pin / port B bit 14 |
| Pin 60 | RB15 — I/O pin / port B bit 15 |
| Pin 61 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 62 | VDD — Positive supply voltage (2.0V-3.6V) |
| Pin 63 | RC1 — I/O pin / port C bit 1 |
| Pin 64 | RC2 — I/O pin / port C bit 2 |
| Pin 65 | RC3 — I/O pin / port C bit 3 |
| Pin 66 | RC4 — I/O pin / port C bit 4 |
| Pin 67 | RG6 — I/O pin / port G bit 6 |
| Pin 68 | RG7 — I/O pin / port G bit 7 |
| Pin 69 | RG8 — I/O pin / port G bit 8 |
| Pin 70 | RG9 — I/O pin / port G bit 9 |
| Pin 71 | RA8 — I/O pin / port A bit 8 |
| Pin 72 | RA9 — I/O pin / port A bit 9 |
| Pin 73 | RA10 — I/O pin / port A bit 10 |
| Pin 74 | RA11 — I/O pin / port A bit 11 |
| Pin 75 | RF0 — I/O pin / port F bit 0 |
| Pin 76 | RF1 — I/O pin / port F bit 1 |
| Pin 77 | RF2 — I/O pin / port F bit 2 |
| Pin 78 | RF3 — I/O pin / port F bit 3 |
| Pin 79 | RF6 — I/O pin / port F bit 6 |
| Pin 80 | RF7 — I/O pin / port F bit 7 |
| Pin 81 | RF8 — I/O pin / port F bit 8 |
| Pin 82 | RF9 — I/O pin / port F bit 9 |
| Pin 83 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 84 | VDD — Positive supply voltage (2.0V-3.6V) |
| Pin 85 | RG13 — I/O pin / port G bit 13 |
| Pin 86 | RG12 — I/O pin / port G bit 12 |
| Pin 87 | RG11 — I/O pin / port G bit 11 |
| Pin 88 | RG10 — I/O pin / port G bit 10 |
| Pin 89 | RF14 — I/O pin / port F bit 14 |
| Pin 90 | RF15 — I/O pin / port F bit 15 |
| Pin 91 | RB10 — I/O pin / port B bit 10 |
| Pin 92 | RC0 — I/O pin / port C bit 0 |
| Pin 93 | RE0 — I/O pin / port E bit 0 |
| Pin 94 | RE1 — I/O pin / port E bit 1 |
| Pin 95 | RE2 — I/O pin / port E bit 2 |
| Pin 96 | RE3 — I/O pin / port E bit 3 |
| Pin 97 | RE4 — I/O pin / port E bit 4 |
| Pin 98 | RE5 — I/O pin / port E bit 5 |
| Pin 99 | RE6 — I/O pin / port E bit 6 |
| Pin 100 | RE7 — I/O pin / port E bit 7 |
Typical Applications
PIC24FJ96GA010T-I/PT is suitable for 6 applications: USB Human Interface Devices (HID), Industrial Control Panels, Building Automation & HVAC, Graphical HMI Displays, Consumer Appliances with USB Diagnostics, Data Acquisition & Logging.
USB Human Interface Devices (HID)
The PIC24FJ96GA010T-I/PT's integrated full-speed USB 2.0 peripheral and 96 KB Flash make it well-suited for USB HID-class devices such as keyboards, mice, game controllers, and custom input peripherals. The PIC24F USB module supports device, host, and OTG modes, providing direct connection to a USB connector with no external PHY required. With 8 KB RAM, the part can host the USB stack plus HID report buffers and application logic without external memory. Its 16 MIPS performance comfortably handles HID polling at 1 kHz with margin for debounce, LED control, and macro processing. The 100-pin TQFP exposes the USB D+/D- pins, VBUS sense, and sufficient GPIO for matrix-scanned key arrays. Recommended companion MPNs: PIC24FJ128GA010-I/PT (more Flash for complex macros) and the MCP2200 USB-UART bridge for diagnostic output during bring-up.
Recommended
Industrial Control Panels
The PIC24FJ96GA010T-I/PT delivers the I/O count and processing throughput required for industrial control panels with keypads, displays, and sensor inputs. The 100-pin package exposes up to 85 GPIO pins suitable for matrix-scanned keypads, LED drivers, and discrete I/O channels. Its enhanced Parallel Master Port (PMP) peripheral directly interfaces graphical LCDs and external memory, while multiple UART, SPI, and I2C channels connect to sensors and isolated fieldbus bridges. The 16 MIPS CPU easily runs PID loops, state machines, and Modbus RTU stacks concurrently. With industrial temperature grade (-40C to +85C, -I suffix), the part is rated for factory-floor environments. Recommended companion MPNs: PIC24FJ64GA010-I/PT (cost-down for smaller panels) and the MCP2515 CAN controller for fieldbus expansion.
Recommended
Building Automation & HVAC
Building automation and HVAC controllers benefit from the PIC24FJ96GA010T-I/PT's combination of low-power operation, ample Flash for protocol stacks, and rich peripherals. The part runs Modbus RTU, BACnet MS-TP, and proprietary HVAC protocols while simultaneously sampling temperature, humidity, and pressure sensors via the 10-bit ADC. Its 5 x 16-bit timers support triac-based phase-angle or zero-crossing dimming of lighting loads, and its PMP peripheral drives character or graphical LCDs for wall thermostats. With industrial temperature range and 3.3V operation, the device integrates directly into 24V-sourced control boards with buck regulators. Recommended companion MPNs: the PIC24FJ64GA010-I/PF (100-pin TQFP, 64 KB Flash) and the MCP9808 temperature sensor for high-accuracy thermal monitoring.
Recommended
Graphical HMI Displays
The PIC24FJ96GA010T-I/PT is well-matched to graphical HMI designs with TFT or OLED displays up to 320x240 resolution. The enhanced Parallel Master Port (PMP) provides 8/16-bit parallel interface to common display controllers (ILI9341, SSD1963, ST7789) at sufficient throughput for full-screen refreshes at 30 fps. Its 96 KB Flash holds graphics tables, font assets, and menu structures while 8 KB RAM provides frame buffering in some configurations. The 16 MIPS CPU handles touch input decoding and animation effects without taxing the main application. The 100-pin TQFP package exposes the data bus, control signals, backlight PWM, and a separate SPI channel for touch controllers. Recommended companion MPNs: PIC24FJ128GA010-I/PT (more Flash for full graphical stacks) and the FT813 EVE graphics controller for higher-resolution HMI.
Recommended
Consumer Appliances with USB Diagnostics
Consumer appliances - coffee machines, white goods, smart kitchen devices - often include USB ports for firmware updates, diagnostics, or media-card interfaces. The PIC24FJ96GA010T-I/PT's integrated USB peripheral and 96 KB Flash handle USB CDC, MSD, and vendor-class stacks for diagnostic interfaces and product data uploads. Its multiple UART channels support Wi-Fi/BLE module command interfaces, while PWM-driven timers drive motor control and heating element regulation. The 100-pin TQFP provides the GPIO count and alternate peripheral functions needed to multiplex user-interface buttons, rotary encoders, displays, and actuators. Recommended companion MPNs: the PIC24FJ64GA010-I/PF (cost-down for simpler appliances) and the RN4871 Bluetooth module for wireless diagnostics.
Recommended
Data Acquisition & Logging
The PIC24FJ96GA010T-I/PT's 16-channel 10-bit ADC, multiple serial interfaces, and ample RAM support low-to-mid-speed data acquisition and logging applications. The part can sample sensors at up to 500 ksps aggregate, buffer readings in its 8 KB RAM, and write records to SPI Flash or SD cards via the PMP/PSP peripherals. Industrial temperature grade and 3.3V operation suit factory and laboratory environments. The 96 KB Flash accommodates FAT file system drivers, sensor calibration tables, and command interpreters. Recommended companion MPNs: PIC24FJ128GA010-I/PT (more Flash for FAT stacks) and the 25LC1024 SPI EEPROM for non-volatile log storage.
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Engineering reference data for PIC24FJ96GA010T-I/PT — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC24FJ96GA010-I/PT | PIC24FJ128GA010-I/PT | PIC24FJ64GA010-I/PT | PIC24FJ96GA006-I/MR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 100-pin TQFP (PT) | 100-pin TQFP (PT) - same | 100-pin TQFP (PT) - same | 100-pin TQFP (PT) - same | 64-pin QFN (MR) - differs |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 96 KB | 96 KB | 128 KB (+33%) | 64 KB (-33%) | 96 KB (same) |
| Data Memory (RAM) | 8 KB | 8 KB | 8 KB | 8 KB | 8 KB |
| CPU Performance | 16 MIPS @ 32 MHz | 16 MIPS @ 32 MHz | 16 MIPS @ 32 MHz | 16 MIPS @ 32 MHz | 16 MIPS @ 32 MHz |
| Operating Voltage | 2.0V to 3.6V | 2.0V to 3.6V | 2.0V to 3.6V | 2.0V to 3.6V | 2.0V to 3.6V |
| Pin Count | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 64 (different) |
| USB Peripheral | Full-speed USB 2.0 OTG | Full-speed USB 2.0 OTG | Full-speed USB 2.0 OTG | Full-speed USB 2.0 OTG | Full-speed USB 2.0 OTG |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (industrial) | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C |
| Packaging Format | Tape & Reel (-T suffix) | Tray (no -T suffix) | Tray | Tray | Tray |
Key Differentiators
- USB 2.0 OTG integrated in silicon (vs PIC24FJ64GA004-I/PT (smaller 64-pin variant))
- Larger Flash and RAM resources (vs PIC24FJ64GA010-I/PT (64 KB Flash variant))
- Cost-effective upgrade path within same family (vs PIC24FJ128GA010-I/PT (128 KB Flash variant))
Design Notes
The PIC24FJ96GA010T-I/PT operates from 2.0V to 3.6V on its VDD pins. Place one 10 uF bulk capacitor near each VDD/VDDCORE pair and 100 nF ceramic decoupling on every VDD pin (multiple VDD pins are spread across the TQFP-100 package per datasheet Table 1-1). For USB applications, the MCU has dedicated USB voltage regulator pins that require their own 1 uF and 100 nF capacitors for stable 3.3V transceiver supply.
When laying out the 100-pin TQFP, route the high-speed USB D+/D- traces as a 90-ohm differential pair with matched length, kept under 50 mm where possible. Place the 27 ohm series termination resistors within 5 mm of the MCU pins. Keep the USB trace away from switching regulators and noisy digital lines; per Microchip application note AN592, ground the USB shield to the digital ground at one point only.
A common pitfall on PIC24FJ GA010 designs is leaving the MCLR pin floating - it must be tied to VDD through a 10 kohm pull-up for normal operation, with a capacitor to ground only if hardware reset time delay is desired. Another frequent issue is forgetting the CONFIG words: PGED1/PGEC1 (RB0/RB1) must be configured correctly for ICSP programming, and unused I/O pins should be configured as outputs and tied low to minimize current draw. Brown-out reset (BOR) should be enabled for reliable industrial operation.
The TQFP-100 footprint is 12x12 mm with 0.4 mm pitch and approximately 0.15 mm trace width between pads. Use 0.4 mm via-in-pad or dog-bone fanout routing. For thermal performance, the die is well-bonded to the lead frame - thermal resistance theta_JA is typically 50 C/W on a standard 4-layer JEDEC test board, sufficient for industrial applications without a heatsink. Place ground vias on all four corners to maximize thermal dissipation.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per Microchip product page (microchip.com/en-us/product/PIC24FJ96GA010). Not AEC-Q100 qualified - PIC24FJ is a general-purpose industrial/consumer family, not automotive grade. MSL-3 per JEDEC J-STD-020.
