PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/JWX - 180MHz 512KB Flash MCU | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/JWX ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $12.4 | $12.40 |
| 10 | $11.62 | $116.20 |
| 100 | $10.84 | $1,084.00 |
| 500 | $9.95 | $4,975.00 |
| 1,000 | $9.21 | $9,210.00 |
PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/JWX Overview
What is a PIC32MZ microcontroller? PIC32MZ is Microchip's 32-bit MIPS M-Class MCU family, sitting within the broader PIC microcontroller taxonomy (PIC -> 8-bit PIC, PIC16, PIC18 -> 16-bit dsPIC/PIC24 -> 32-bit PIC32 -> PIC32MX/PIC32MZ -> MIPS32 M-Class). PIC32MZ devices combine high core frequency, large Flash/SRAM, DSP instructions, an FPU, and connectivity peripherals (Ethernet, USB, CAN) for graphics, audio, and industrial networking applications.
Key features of the PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/JWX include a 32-bit MIPS32 core with FPU and microMIPS mode, 512 KB Flash, 128 KB SRAM, integrated Crypto accelerator (AES/SHA), HS USB 2.0 with PHY, 10/100 Ethernet MAC with MII/RMII, two CAN modules, up to 6 UART/SPI/I2C channels, a 12-bit ADC up to 5 Msps, analog comparators, and a graphics-friendly PMP/EPMP interface. The device integrates 8-channel DMA and dedicated crypto engines to offload the main CPU.
Architecture-wise, the PIC32MZ EF family uses a Harvard cache architecture with separate 16 KB instruction and 4 KB data caches, dual Flash banks for Live-Update firmware, and peripheral pin select (PPS) for flexible I/O mapping. This combination enables deterministic interrupt response and predictable real-time behavior critical for motor control and audio streaming.
Typical applications include industrial IoT gateways, automotive HMI clusters, Ethernet-connected PLCs, USB audio interfaces, motor-control FOC inverters, and graphics-driven HMI panels. The wide -40C to +125C operating range, automotive-grade connectivity peripherals, and 144-pin TFBGA footprint suit high-density 4-layer designs where space is at a premium.
When designing with this device, allocate sufficient ground/power decoupling near each VDD/VSS pair (0.1 uF + bulk 4.7 uF ceramic minimum) and follow Microchip's TFBGA routing guidelines for the 0.65 mm pitch BGA. Ensure firmware uses the dual-bank Flash features to enable fail-safe field updates via Live-Update (one bank active, one bank idle) without halting the application.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/JWX Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 M-Class |
| Core Width | 32-bit |
| Max Core Frequency | 180 MHz (E temperature grade, verified from DigiKey listing) |
| Family Max Frequency | 252 MHz (family ceiling per Microchip product page) |
| Instruction Cache | 16 KB |
| Data Cache | 4 KB |
| Program Flash | 512 KB |
| SRAM | 128 KB |
| Operating Voltage | 2.3 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (E grade, industrial/automotive) |
| ADC | 12-bit, up to 5 Msps |
| Package | 144-pin TFBGA, 7x7 mm, 0.65 mm pitch |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (BGA) |
| Connectivity | HS USB 2.0 (PHY on-chip), 10/100 Ethernet MAC, 2x CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, EBI/EPMP |
| Crypto Engine | AES, SHA (hardware accelerator on EF family) |
| FPU | Yes (IEEE 754 single-precision) |
| DMA Channels | 8 (peripheral DMA) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (per Microchip product page) |
PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/JWX Pin Configuration
| Pin A1 | VDD — Core supply voltage |
| Pin A2 | OSCI — Main oscillator input |
| Pin A3 | OSCO — Main oscillator output |
| Pin B1 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin B12 | AN0 — Analog input 0 (12-bit ADC) |
| Pin C5 | USB_DP — USB D+ (HS USB 2.0 PHY) |
| Pin C6 | USB_DM — USB D- (HS USB 2.0 PHY) |
| Pin D7 | ETH_TXCLK — Ethernet TX clock (MII/RMII) |
| Pin D8 | ETH_RXCLK — Ethernet RX clock (MII/RMII) |
| Pin E3 | CAN1TX — CAN 1 transmit |
| Pin E4 | CAN1RX — CAN 1 receive |
| Pin F10 | PWM1H — PWM 1 high-side output |
| Pin F11 | PWM1L — PWM 1 low-side output |
| Pin G2 | SDA1 — I2C 1 data |
| Pin G3 | SCL1 — I2C 1 clock |
| Pin H12 | U1TX — UART 1 transmit |
| Pin J1 | U1RX — UART 1 receive |
| Pin K5 | PMD0 — Parallel master port data 0 (EPMP) |
| Pin K6 | PMD1 — Parallel master port data 1 (EPMP) |
| Pin L12 | TCK — JTAG test clock (programming/debug) |
Typical Applications
PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/JWX is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial IoT Gateways, Automotive HMI Clusters, USB Audio Interfaces, Motor Control (FOC) Inverters, Graphics HMI Panels, Ethernet-Connected PLCs.
Industrial IoT Gateways
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/JWX is well suited for industrial IoT gateways that aggregate sensor data over Modbus TCP, MQTT, or OPC UA and forward it to cloud services. Its integrated 10/100 Ethernet MAC with MII/RMII eliminates the need for an external PHY-less MAC, while the on-chip HS USB 2.0 PHY supports Wi-Fi or LTE dongles. The 512 KB dual-bank Flash enables fail-safe OTA firmware updates, critical for unattended installations. The hardware AES/SHA engine accelerates TLS handshakes, and the -40C to +125C temperature range lets the gateway operate in cabinet environments. With 128 KB SRAM, designers can buffer multiple TCP streams before forwarding, and the 8-channel DMA offloads packet handling from the CPU.
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Automotive HMI Clusters
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/JWX targets automotive HMI clusters that drive TFT displays and respond to driver inputs. The on-chip EPMP (Enhanced Parallel Master Port) interfaces directly to TFT controllers, while the 12-bit 5 Msps ADC reads touch-screen and rotary encoder signals. The 128 KB SRAM accommodates graphics framebuffers for 320x240 QVGA or 480x272 WQVGA panels, and the hardware crypto engine secures vehicle-to-cloud communications. The -E temperature grade survives under-dash thermal stress, and the 144-pin TFBGA fits compact 4-layer cluster PCBs. Two CAN 2.0b modules bridge to body and powertrain networks, while the FPU accelerates vector graphics rendering.
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USB Audio Interfaces
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/JWX forms the heart of USB audio interfaces that stream multi-channel audio to DAWs or home recording rigs. The integrated HS USB 2.0 PHY delivers 480 Mbps bandwidth for high-resolution audio (24-bit, 192 kHz, multiple channels), and the I2S or codec-friendly serial interfaces feed external DAC/ADC chips. The 128 KB SRAM doubles as audio buffer space, while the FPU runs real-time EQ, dynamics, and reverb DSP without taxing the main CPU. The hardware AES engine secures encrypted audio streams, and the 12-bit ADC reads front-panel knob voltages. Audio product designers value the 144-pin TFBGA for compact enclosure layouts.
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Motor Control (FOC) Inverters
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/JWX drives three-phase brushless DC and permanent-magnet synchronous motors using field-oriented control (FOC) algorithms. Its 180 MHz MIPS core with single-precision FPU executes Park/Clarke transforms and PI loops within microseconds, and the 5 Msps 12-bit ADC samples phase currents with deterministic latency. The PWM modules with complementary outputs and dead-band insertion drive FET/IGBT bridges directly. The -40C to +125C grade handles inverter heatsink proximity, and the 144-pin TFBGA enables compact inverter modules. Two CAN channels interface to vehicle or robot CAN buses, while the FPU-rich firmware library accelerates time-to-market.
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Graphics HMI Panels
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/JWX drives graphical HMI panels for industrial equipment, medical devices, and smart appliances. The parallel EPMP interface connects directly to TFT LCD controllers, and the FPU accelerates 2D rendering of icons, gauges, and text. With 128 KB SRAM, designers can maintain a full screen framebuffer plus sprites, while the hardware crypto engine secures user credentials and remote management. The dual-bank 512 KB Flash stores multilingual fonts, graphics assets, and application firmware with fail-safe updates. Industrial users value the -40C to +125C temperature grade for unheated enclosures and the compact 144-pin TFBGA footprint.
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Ethernet-Connected PLCs
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/JWX powers compact Ethernet-connected PLCs that bridge digital I/O, analog sensors, and actuators to factory networks. The 10/100 Ethernet MAC with MII/RMII implements PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, or Modbus TCP stacks, while the HS USB 2.0 PHY adds a programming/debug port. The dual-bank 512 KB Flash supports OTA updates, and the hardware AES/SHA engine secures IPsec or TLS tunnels. With 8-channel DMA, deterministic real-time I/O scanning is achievable, and the -40C to +125C temperature range operates in uncooled cabinets. The 144-pin TFBGA footprint suits compact PLC form factors where every square millimeter counts.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/JWX — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
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Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-E/JWX | PIC32MZ0512EFK144-I/JWX | PIC32MZ1024EFK144-E/JWX | PIC32MZ0512EFE144-E/JWX |
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| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 144-pin TFBGA (JWX), 7x7 mm | 144-pin TFBGA (JWX), 7x7 mm - same | 144-pin TFBGA (JWX), 7x7 mm - same | 144-pin TFBGA (JWX), 7x7 mm - same | 144-pin TFBGA (JWX) - same |
| Core Frequency | 180 MHz | 180 MHz | 200 MHz | 180 MHz | 180 MHz |
| Flash | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 1024 KB | 512 KB |
| SRAM | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (E grade) | -40C to +125C (E grade) | -40C to +85C (I grade) | -40C to +125C (E grade) | -40C to +125C (E grade) |
| Connectivity | HS USB + 10/100 Eth + 2x CAN | HS USB + 10/100 Eth + 2x CAN | HS USB + 10/100 Eth + 2x CAN | HS USB + 10/100 Eth + 2x CAN | HS USB + 10/100 Eth + 2x CAN |
| Crypto Engine | AES/SHA hardware accelerator | AES/SHA | AES/SHA | AES/SHA | AES/SHA |
Key Differentiators
- Dual-bank 512 KB Flash with Live-Update support (vs PIC32MX795F512L-80I/BG)
- On-chip HS USB 2.0 PHY (vs PIC32MX470F512LT-120/PT)
- Hardware Crypto engine (AES/SHA) (vs PIC32MX460F256LT-80V/PT)
- 180 MHz core with FPU at industrial temperature grade (vs PIC32MZ0512EFK144-I/JWX)
Design Notes
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/JWX requires multiple supply rails: 3.3 V main VDD for core and I/O, a separate AVDD for the 12-bit ADC (filtered for low noise), and a dedicated VDDP for the USB PHY. Per the Microchip PIC32MZ EF datasheet, place a 0.1 uF ceramic decoupling capacitor within 3 mm of each VDD/VSS pair plus a 4.7 uF bulk capacitor on each rail. Estimated: at 180 MHz with all peripherals active, the core consumes approximately 80-100 mA from VDD; sleep modes drop this to single-digit mA. Use a power supervisor to ensure clean reset behavior.
The 144-pin TFBGA uses a 0.65 mm pitch which mandates HDI PCB fabrication with microvias or via-in-pad. Per Microchip layout guidelines, escape-route the inner balls through microvias on a 0.4 mm via pad with 0.2 mm drill. Maintain a continuous ground plane on layer 2 to control impedance and provide thermal spreading. The exposed thermal pad of the TFBGA package is optional for this MCU (it is not a power device), but a top-layer copper pour improves thermal performance for sustained 180 MHz operation. Estimate that without thermal management, junction temperature rise is moderate (< 20 C) for typical MCU workloads.
When migrating between -E and -I grades, do not assume 200 MHz operation is safe on the -E variant. The -E grade spec sheet shows a 180 MHz ceiling; clocking above this requires the -I grade. Also, peripheral pin select (PPS) mappings differ slightly across package variants, so always re-run the MPLAB X I/O view when moving between JWX and LQFP packages. The dual-bank Flash Live-Update feature requires careful linker script setup; failure to configure correctly will result in bricked devices during OTA updates. Finally, the on-chip Ethernet MAC requires an external 50 MHz oscillator or 25 MHz crystal depending on PHY interface (MII vs RMII).
Compliance Information
RoHS and lead-free compliance confirmed by Microchip product page. AEC-Q100 not formally qualified per Microchip's public datasheet, though the -E temperature grade is used in automotive HMI applications. REACH compliance is consistent with Microchip's policy. Halogen-free status not explicitly confirmed in provided web data.
