PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-I/PT - 200MHz 512KB Flash MCU | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-I/PT ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $9.85 | $9.85 |
| 10 | $9.42 | $94.20 |
| 100 | $8.65 | $865.00 |
| 500 | $7.92 | $3,960.00 |
| 1,000 | $7.1 | $7,100.00 |
PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-I/PT Overview
What is a 32-bit MCU? A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, program memory, data RAM, and a rich peripheral set on one die. The MIPS32 M-class core adds a hardware Floating Point Unit (FPU) and DSP extensions (single-cycle MAC, four 64-bit accumulators, IEEE 754 compliance) so engineers can run signal-processing math without software emulation. Within Microchip's taxonomy, the PIC32MZ EF family sits at the top of the PIC32 lineup, targeting connectivity-heavy applications such as industrial Ethernet, USB, CAN, and graphical HMI.
Key features of this part include IEEE 754-compliant FPU, dual-panel Flash allowing live field firmware updates, four 64-bit accumulators, single-cycle MAC, saturating and fractional math, and zero-wait-state Flash execution at full 200 MHz. The integrated connectivity block adds USB-HS, 10/100 Ethernet MAC, CAN, SQI (Serial Quad Interface) for external Flash, and multiple UART/SPI/I2C instances, eliminating the need for an external connectivity companion IC.
Architecturally, the PIC32MZ EF uses a 5-stage MIPS Warrior pipeline with branch prediction and a tightly-coupled FPU pipeline, achieving 1.65 DMIPS/MHz. The dual-panel Flash architecture splits program memory into two independently erasable banks, so a firmware update can be programmed into the inactive bank while the active bank keeps running - critical for industrial systems that cannot tolerate brownout-during-update failures.
Typical applications include industrial Ethernet PLCs, motor control (FOC) drives, USB host/device peripherals, graphical HMI touch panels, IoT gateways with secure boot, and automotive connectivity modules. The 200 MHz core with FPU also suits digital signal processing tasks such as audio codecs, sensor fusion, and power-conversion control loops.
When designing with this MCU, allocate the dual-panel Flash correctly: bank 1 holds the running firmware, bank 2 holds the staging image. Use the SQI interface for high-throughput external memory and follow the IBIS models for USB-HS signal integrity on the 100-pin TQFP layout.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-I/PT Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core | MIPS32 Warrior M-class |
| Core Architecture | 32-bit RISC with FPU and DSP |
| FPU | IEEE 754-compliant (single and double precision) |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 200 MHz (330 DMIPS) |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 512 KB (512K x 8) |
| Flash Architecture | Dual-panel Flash with live-update support |
| Data SRAM | 128 KB |
| Operating Voltage | 2.3 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial) |
| Package | 100-pin TQFP (PT) 12x12 mm |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Connectivity | USB-HS, 10/100 ENET MAC, CAN, SQI, 6x UART, 4x SPI, 5x I2C |
| I/O Pins | 78 (maximum) |
| Timers | 9 (16/32-bit) |
| DMA Channels | 8 |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| MSL Level | 3 (168 hours) |
| Packaging Format | Tape and Reel (T-suffix) |
| DSP Extensions | Single-cycle MAC, four 64-bit accumulators, saturating/fractional math |
PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-I/PT 100-pin tqfp (pt) 12x12 mm Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-I/PT (100-pin tqfp (pt) 12x12 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 PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-I/PT.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-I/PT is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Ethernet PLC, USB Host Peripheral with Graphics HMI, Motor Control (FOC) Drive, IoT Gateway with Secure Boot, Audio DSP Processor, Automotive Connectivity Module.
Industrial Ethernet PLC
The PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-I/PT's integrated 10/100 Ethernet MAC and 200 MHz MIPS core make it well-suited to industrial Ethernet PLCs where deterministic real-time response matters. According to the Microchip PIC32MZ EF datasheet, the on-chip Ethernet MAC supports RMII and MII PHY interfaces, eliminating an external controller and reducing BOM cost. The 512 KB dual-panel Flash allows live firmware updates for field-installed PLCs without brownout-during-update failures, a critical requirement for industrial automation that cannot tolerate downtime. The IEEE 754 FPU accelerates floating-point ladder logic and PID control loop math, while the 9 timers and 8 DMA channels handle multiple axis control tasks simultaneously.
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USB Host Peripheral with Graphics HMI
The PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-I/PT integrates USB-HS (480 Mbps) host and device controllers, allowing it to drive USB peripherals without an external ULPI chip. According to the Microchip family datasheet, the 200 MHz core and 128 KB SRAM can run Microchip's MPLAB Harmony graphics stack with a small TFT LCD for HMI applications. The combination of USB-HS host, 78 user I/O, and the 12x12 mm 100-pin TQFP footprint supports compact designs with display, touch, and USB connectivity in a single chip. Industrial-grade -40C to +85C operation suits factory floor HMI panels and test equipment front panels.
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Motor Control (FOC) Drive
The PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-I/PT's MIPS Warrior M-class core with IEEE 754 FPU and DSP extensions (single-cycle MAC, four 64-bit accumulators) executes field-oriented control (FOC) loops for 3-phase motor drives in real time. According to Microchip motor control application notes, the 200 MHz CPU provides enough headroom for FOC at switching frequencies up to 20 kHz with sample times under 5 us. The 9 on-chip timers and 8 DMA channels synchronize ADC sampling, PWM generation, and current-sense acquisition, while the CAN peripheral links multiple drives into a coordinated multi-axis system. The industrial -40C to +85C range covers most factory-floor and EV charger drive enclosures.
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IoT Gateway with Secure Boot
The PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-I/PT (EFF) variant integrates hardware crypto (AES, SHA, RNG) and secure boot, making it suitable for IoT gateways that must validate firmware integrity before execution. According to the Microchip PIC32MZ EFF datasheet, secure boot verifies a signature at reset before handing control to user code, preventing unauthorized firmware from running. The 200 MHz core runs TLS/SSL stacks for cloud connectivity, while the 10/100 Ethernet MAC and SQI interface support high-throughput external memory. The 100-pin TQFP package and industrial temperature grade suit industrial IoT enclosures.
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Audio DSP Processor
The PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-I/PT's DSP extensions (single-cycle MAC, saturating and fractional math, four 64-bit accumulators) and IEEE 754 FPU make it capable of real-time audio codecs such as MP3 decode, AAC encode, or echo cancellation. According to the Microchip PIC32MZ EF datasheet, the 200 MHz / 330 DMIPS performance class supports multiple audio streams at 48 kHz sample rates. The I2S peripheral (typically available on PIC32MZ EF variants) interfaces directly to audio DACs and ADCs, while the 128 KB SRAM holds audio buffers. The 100-pin TQFP 12x12 mm footprint allows compact audio amplifier or sound-bar designs.
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Automotive Connectivity Module
The PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-I/PT's CAN, LIN, 10/100 Ethernet MAC, and USB-HS peripherals support automotive connectivity modules that bridge in-vehicle networks to external diagnostics or infotainment. According to Microchip automotive-grade documentation, the PIC32MZ EF family is widely deployed in CAN gateways and body control modules. The extended-temperature -E variant (PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-E/PT, -40C to +125C) is the automotive-recommended choice when under-hood or dashboard mounting is required. The 100-pin TQFP footprint and dual-panel Flash suit modules requiring live firmware updates over CAN/UDS.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-I/PT — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MZ0512EFF100-I/PT | PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-I/PF | PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-E/PT | PIC32MZ0512EFE100T-I/PT | PIC32MZ0512EFE100-I/PT | PIC32MZ0512EFF100-I/PF |
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| Brand | Microchip Technology | 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 | 100-pin TQFP (PT) - same |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 512 KB dual-panel | 512 KB dual-panel | 512 KB dual-panel | 512 KB dual-panel | 512 KB dual-panel | 512 KB dual-panel | 512 KB dual-panel |
| SRAM | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB |
| Hardware Crypto / Secure Boot | Yes (AES, SHA, RNG) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No (EFE variant) | No (EFE variant) | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +125C (Extended) | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C | -40C to +85C |
| Packaging Format | Tape & Reel (T-suffix) | Tray | Tape & Reel | Tape & Reel | Tape & Reel | Tray | Tray |
Key Differentiators
- Drop-in alternative for industrial and cost-sensitive designs on same 100-pin TQFP footprint (vs PIC32MZ0512EFE100T-I/PT)
- Extended temperature grade available in same package (vs PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-E/PT)
- Tape-and-reel packaging matches this specific data (vs PIC32MZ0512EFF100-I/PT)
Design Notes
Route the 100-pin TQFP layout with care for the USB-HS D+/D- differential pair: keep them matched within 4 mm length difference and maintain a 90 ohm differential impedance per the Microchip IBIS model. The 10/100 Ethernet RMII signals (REF_CLK, RX_ER, CRS_DV) also benefit from matched-length routing to the PHY. Decouple VDD with one 0.1uF ceramic per supply pin plus a 4.7uF bulk capacitor near the package.
The PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-I/PT operates from 2.3V to 3.6V on VDD and has separate AVDD pins for the ADC and PLL. Use a ferrite bead to isolate AVDD from digital VDD, with separate 0.1uF + 10uF decoupling on each rail. Estimated: at 200 MHz with full peripheral activity, the core consumes approximately 100-130 mA; budget 200 mA on the 3.3V regulator. Place the 4.7uF bulk capacitor within 5 mm of the package.
Configure the dual-panel Flash correctly: the BF1SEL2DFIFG register selects which bank boots at reset, so verify that BOOTSWITCH in the DEVCFG0 fuse matches your application boot sequence. The SQI peripheral uses specific I/O pins - cross-reference the pin allocation table before remapping. JTAG and TRACE pins must be pulled high or low per the datasheet, or boundary-scan debug may fail.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. AEC-Q100 not qualified - choose PIC32MZ0512EFF100T-E/PT for extended temperature or automotive designs. Standard PIC32MZ EF family is widely used in automotive connectivity modules.