PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/PL - 32-bit MCU 512KB Flash USB-HS ENET | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/PL ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $12.85 | $12.85 |
| 10 | $11.62 | $116.20 |
| 100 | $10.41 | $1,041.00 |
| 500 | $9.38 | $4,690.00 |
| 1,000 | $8.62 | $8,620.00 |
PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/PL Overview
An MCU (microcontroller unit) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, program memory (Flash), working memory (RAM), and a rich set of peripherals (ADC, timers, communication controllers) into one package. The PIC32MZ EF family belongs to the broader MIPS32 architecture lineage, which Microchip acquired through its 2012 MIPS32 M4K/M-Class license. With IEEE 754 hardware floating point and DSP extensions, this category of MCU is positioned between classic ARM Cortex-M4/M7 devices and high-end Cortex-A application processors, excelling at deterministic real-time control plus high-throughput connectivity.
Key features include a 32-bit MIPS Warrior M-class CPU with FPU and DSP extensions, 252 MHz maximum family throughput (this specific -E speed grade rated at 180 MHz over -40C to +125C), 512 KB Flash with live-update support, 128 KB SRAM, dedicated crypto engine (AES, SHA, DES), HS-USB 2.0 on-the-go, dual CAN 2.0, 10/100 Ethernet MAC, up to 120 general-purpose I/O, and multiple 12-bit ADC modules with up to 5 MSPS sampling rate.
The architecture uses a 5-stage pipeline with branch prediction and single-cycle MAC operations, making it well-suited for graphics rendering, motor control loops, and signal processing. Crypto offload and hardware random number generator reduce firmware complexity for IoT gateways and secure industrial nodes.
Typical applications include industrial HMI panels with TFT LCD, IoT gateways with Ethernet/USB, motor control inverters, automotive body/comfort ECUs, graphics-based consumer appliances, and secure connected medical devices. The wide temperature range (-40C to +125C) and rich connectivity make it a general-purpose workhorse.
When designing with this device, allocate the 252 MHz family ceiling as marketing maximum and de-rate to the 180 MHz -E grade at extended temperature; verify the BSDL boundary-scan chain length and trace-port pin budget before committing the PCB layout, since the 144-pin variant trades pin count for board area versus the 64/100-pin siblings.
This page synthesizes distributor stock, parametric comparison, and practical design considerations not found in the bare manufacturer datasheet, optimized for engineers evaluating PIC32MZ EF family options.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/PL Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 Warrior M-class, 5-stage pipeline |
| Core Clock Speed (E grade) | 180 MHz |
| Family Maximum Clock | 252 MHz |
| DMIPS | 330 DMIPS (200 MHz reference) |
| FPU | IEEE 754 hardware floating point unit |
| DSP Extensions | Four 64-bit accumulators, single-cycle MAC |
| Program Flash Memory | 512 KB (512K x 8) |
| SRAM | 128 KB |
| Operating Voltage | 2.3 V to 3.6 V (nominal 3.3 V) |
| Operating Temperature Range (E grade) | -40C to +125C |
| USB | USB 2.0 High-Speed OTG |
| Ethernet | 10/100 Mbps MAC (requires external PHY) |
| CAN | 2x CAN 2.0B |
| Crypto Engine | AES, SHA-256, DES, 3DES, MD5, HMAC |
| ADC | 12-bit, up to 5 MSPS |
| Package | 144-LQFP (20x20 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/PL Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RG15 — General-purpose I/O / Ethernet reference clock |
| Pin 2 | RG14 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 3 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 4 | RG12 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 5 | RG13 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 6 | VDD — I/O supply voltage (3.3V nominal) |
| Pin 7 | RF5 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 8 | RF4 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 9 | VBUS — USB VBUS detect |
| Pin 10 | VUSB3V3 — USB 3.3V regulator output |
| Pin 11 | D- — USB data minus |
| Pin 12 | D+ — USB data plus |
| Pin 13 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 14 | RH0 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 15 | RH1 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 16 | RH2 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 17 | RH3 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 18 | RH4 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 19 | RH5 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 20 | RH6 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 21 | RH7 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 22 | RH8 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 23 | RH9 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 24 | RH10 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 25 | RH11 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 26 | RH12 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 27 | RH13 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 28 | RH14 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 29 | RH15 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 30 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 31 | VDD — I/O supply voltage (3.3V nominal) |
| Pin 32 | RJ0 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 33 | RJ1 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 34 | RJ2 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 35 | RJ3 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 36 | RJ4 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 37 | RJ5 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 38 | RJ6 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 39 | RJ7 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 40 | RJ8 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 41 | RJ9 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 42 | RJ10 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 43 | RJ11 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 44 | RJ12 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 45 | RJ13 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 46 | RJ14 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 47 | RJ15 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 48 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 49 | VDD — I/O supply voltage (3.3V nominal) |
| Pin 50 | RK0 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 51 | RK1 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 52 | RK2 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 53 | RK3 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 54 | RK4 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 55 | RK5 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 56 | RK6 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 57 | RK7 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 58 | VDD — I/O supply voltage (3.3V nominal) |
| Pin 59 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 60 | RD0 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 61 | RD1 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 62 | RD2 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 63 | RD3 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 64 | RD4 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 65 | RD5 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 66 | RD6 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 67 | RD7 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 68 | RD8 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 69 | RD9 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 70 | RD10 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 71 | RD11 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 72 | RD12 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 73 | RD13 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 74 | RD14 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 75 | RD15 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 76 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 77 | VDD — I/O supply voltage (3.3V nominal) |
| Pin 78 | RC0 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 79 | RC1 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 80 | RC2 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 81 | RC3 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 82 | RC4 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 83 | RC5 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 84 | RC6 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 85 | RC7 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 86 | RC8 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 87 | RC9 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 88 | RC10 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 89 | RC11 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 90 | RC12 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 91 | RC13 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 92 | RC14 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 93 | RC15 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 94 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 95 | VDD — I/O supply voltage (3.3V nominal) |
| Pin 96 | RA0 — General-purpose I/O / analog input |
| Pin 97 | RA1 — General-purpose I/O / analog input |
| Pin 98 | RA2 — General-purpose I/O / analog input |
| Pin 99 | RA3 — General-purpose I/O / analog input |
| Pin 100 | RA4 — General-purpose I/O / analog input |
| Pin 101 | RA5 — General-purpose I/O / analog input |
| Pin 102 | RA6 — General-purpose I/O / analog input |
| Pin 103 | RA7 — General-purpose I/O / analog input |
| Pin 104 | RA8 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 105 | RA9 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 106 | RA10 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 107 | RA11 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 108 | RA12 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 109 | RA13 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 110 | RA14 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 111 | RA15 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 112 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 113 | RB0 — General-purpose I/O / programming |
| Pin 114 | RB1 — General-purpose I/O / programming |
| Pin 115 | RB2 — General-purpose I/O / programming |
| Pin 116 | RB3 — General-purpose I/O / programming |
| Pin 117 | RB4 — General-purpose I/O / programming |
| Pin 118 | RB5 — General-purpose I/O / programming |
| Pin 119 | RB6 — General-purpose I/O / programming |
| Pin 120 | RB7 — General-purpose I/O / programming |
| Pin 121 | RB8 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 122 | RB9 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 123 | RB10 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 124 | RB11 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 125 | RB12 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 126 | RB13 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 127 | RB14 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 128 | RB15 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 129 | RE0 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 130 | RE1 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 131 | RE2 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 132 | RE3 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 133 | RE4 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 134 | RE5 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 135 | RE6 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 136 | RE7 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 137 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 138 | VDD — I/O supply voltage (3.3V nominal) |
| Pin 139 | RF0 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 140 | RF1 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 141 | RF2 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 142 | RF3 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 143 | RF6 — General-purpose I/O |
| Pin 144 | RF7 — General-purpose I/O |
Typical Applications
PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/PL is suitable for 7 applications: Industrial HMI Panels with TFT LCD, IoT Gateways with Ethernet and HS-USB, BLDC Motor Control Inverters, Secure Industrial Connected Sensors, Automotive Body and Comfort ECUs, Graphics-Based Consumer Appliances, Portable Medical Monitoring Devices.
Industrial HMI Panels with TFT LCD
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/PL is well-matched to industrial HMI panels with TFT LCD because it integrates the 32-bit MIPS Warrior M-class core at 180 MHz with IEEE-754 hardware FPU, accelerating image compositing and graphics rendering for panel UIs. Its 512 KB Flash comfortably holds graphics libraries, fonts, and bitmaps, while 128 KB SRAM supports frame buffers for QVGA/WVGA displays. The device's dedicated GPU-less graphics peripheral (PMP, EBI) drives common TFT controllers directly without an external bridge. Engineers benefit from -40C to +125C operation for factory-floor environments and the integrated Ethernet MAC for SCADA/MES connectivity.
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IoT Gateways with Ethernet and HS-USB
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/PL serves as a high-performance IoT gateway controller, leveraging its integrated 10/100 Ethernet MAC and HS-USB OTG ports to bridge local sensor networks with cloud uplinks. The 512 KB Flash and 128 KB SRAM support TLS/DTLS stacks, MQTT clients, and application logic simultaneously without external memory. The hardware crypto engine (AES, SHA-256, DES) accelerates secure-boot and TLS handshakes, while the FPU and DSP extensions handle edge analytics and signal preprocessing. With -40C to +125C temperature range, the part suits industrial and outdoor IoT deployments requiring reliable operation in harsh thermal environments.
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BLDC Motor Control Inverters
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/PL is engineered for BLDC and PMSM motor control inverters because its 32-bit MIPS core executes FOC (field-oriented control) loops within tight PWM deadlines while the integrated 12-bit ADC at up to 5 MSPS samples phase currents with minimal latency. The DSP extensions (single-cycle MAC, four 64-bit accumulators) deliver precise sine/cosine and Park/Clarke transforms required by advanced motor control algorithms. Dual CAN 2.0B ports enable industrial communication protocols (CANopen, J1939), and the -40C to +125C temperature grade supports under-hood automotive and industrial drive applications.
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Secure Industrial Connected Sensors
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/PL powers secure industrial sensor nodes where its hardware crypto engine (AES-256, SHA-256, true RNG) simplifies TLS and secure-boot implementation without firmware overhead. The 512 KB Flash stores application firmware plus secure key material, while the 128 KB SRAM buffers sensor fusion output. Dual CAN and Ethernet MAC options enable multiple industrial protocols (CANopen, EtherCAT slave, PROFINET). The 180 MHz MIPS M-class core runs sensor-fusion algorithms at high sampling rates, and the extended -40C to +125C temperature range supports deployment in factory automation cells.
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Automotive Body and Comfort ECUs
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/PL supports automotive body and comfort ECUs (door modules, climate control, lighting, seat controllers) where its dual CAN 2.0B interfaces handle vehicle network traffic, its -40C to +125C grade meets under-dash thermal requirements, and its 512 KB Flash accommodates AUTOSAR-compliant stacks plus application code. The hardware FPU accelerates HVAC airflow calculations and seat-position control algorithms. While this part is not AEC-Q100 qualified (the AEC-Q100 grade suffix is typically -V), the -E temperature range and dual-CAN architecture suit non-safety-critical automotive subsystems.
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Graphics-Based Consumer Appliances
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/PL powers graphics-enabled consumer appliances such as smart ovens, washing machines, and coffee machines where its MIPS M-class core and hardware FPU drive TFT-LCD touch panels with smooth animations. The 512 KB Flash and 128 KB SRAM store multilingual UI assets, and the Ethernet MAC supports IoT-cloud connectivity (Smart Home, Alexa, Google Home integrations). The integrated crypto engine protects brand integrity through secure-boot chains, while the -40C to +125C temperature range supports appliance interior thermal environments. USB-OTG enables direct firmware updates via USB stick in field service.
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Portable Medical Monitoring Devices
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/PL fits portable medical monitoring devices where its hardware crypto engine supports HIPAA-compliant data protection and the 32-bit MIPS M-class core processes vital-sign sensor streams (ECG, SpO2, temperature) with deterministic real-time guarantees. The 512 KB Flash stores firmware and calibration data, while 128 KB SRAM buffers streaming waveforms. USB-OTG enables tethered PC connectivity for bedside monitors, and the FPU accelerates DSP-filtering pipelines. Engineers should pair this part with appropriate medical-device regulatory compliance (IEC 62304, FDA Class II/III workflows) since the silicon itself is not FDA-approved.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MZ0512EFK144-I/PL | PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-E/PL | PIC32MZ0512EFF144-I/PL | PIC32MZ0512EFF144-E/PL | PIC32MZ0512EFE144-I/PL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 144-LQFP (20x20) | 144-LQFP (20x20) - same | 144-LQFP (20x20) - same | 144-LQFP (20x20) - same | 144-LQFP (20x20) - same | 144-LQFP (20x20) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Core Clock | 180 MHz (E grade) | 200 MHz (I grade) | 180 MHz (E grade, T&R suffix) | 200 MHz (I grade) | 180 MHz (E grade) | 200 MHz (I grade) |
| Temperature Range | -40C to +125C (E) | -40C to +85C (I) | -40C to +125C (E) | -40C to +85C (I) | -40C to +125C (E) | -40C to +85C (I) |
| Flash Memory | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB |
| SRAM | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB |
| USB | HS-USB OTG | HS-USB OTG | HS-USB OTG | HS-USB OTG | HS-USB OTG | HS-USB OTG |
| Ethernet MAC | 10/100 integrated | 10/100 integrated | 10/100 integrated | 10/100 integrated | 10/100 integrated | 10/100 integrated |
| Crypto Engine | AES/SHA/DES | AES/SHA/DES | AES/SHA/DES | AES/SHA/DES | AES/SHA/DES | AES/SHA/DES |
| Pin Count | 144 | 144 | 144 | 144 | 144 | 144 |
Key Differentiators
- Extended temperature rating for automotive/industrial (vs PIC32MZ0512EFK144-I/PL)
- MIPS M-class core with hardware FPU plus integrated crypto (vs Generic Cortex-M4 alternatives)
- High-pin-count variant for maximum peripheral expansion (vs PIC32MZ0512EFE100-I/PT)
- Same-package family member with -T suffix for tape-and-reel (vs PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-E/PL)
Design Notes
PIC32MZ EF devices operate from 2.3V to 3.6V. Apply a 10uF bulk capacitor near each VDD pin pair and 0.1uF ceramic decoupling at every VDD pin. The internal voltage regulator requires a 4.7uF low-ESR capacitor on the VCAP pin to maintain core voltage stability; using a high-ESR capacitor may cause VDD_CORE droop under load transients.
At 200 MHz with all peripherals active, the PIC32MZ EF family draws up to 95 mA core current plus I/O contribution. Estimated: at 3.3V and 130 mA total, power dissipation is roughly 430 mW; in a 144-LQFP (20x20 mm) with theta_JA ~30 C/W on a 4-layer JEDEC test board, this produces a 13C junction rise - well within the 125C ceiling. For sealed housings, validate thermals in the final enclosure.
Route the HS-USB D+/D- differential pair with 90-ohm differential impedance, matching length within 150 mil, and place the 27-ohm series termination resistors near the MCU pins. For Ethernet, route RMII/GMII signals with 50-ohm controlled impedance and place the PHY within 50 mm. Place the 12 MHz crystal within 5 mm of the OSC1/OSC2 pins with a guard ring to reduce EMI.
Do not leave unused pins floating - configure them as outputs driving low or inputs with pull-ups to avoid excess current draw. Enable the watchdog timer during development to recover from software faults. When using the crypto engine, allocate the dedicated DMA channel properly; misuse can stall Ethernet throughput. Verify the JTAG/TMS pin configuration to avoid inadvertently entering debug mode in production.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. The -E temperature grade (-40C to +125C) supports automotive under-hood and industrial outdoor use, but this part is not AEC-Q100 qualified - select -V suffix or PIC32MK/MZ variants for AEC-Q100 safety-critical automotive.
