PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PL - 32-bit 200MHz MCU 512KB Flash | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PL ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $7.42 | $7.42 |
| 10 | $6.85 | $68.50 |
| 100 | $6.12 | $612.00 |
| 500 | $5.48 | $2,740.00 |
| 1,000 | $4.96 | $4,960.00 |
PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PL Overview
A 32-bit microcontroller (MCU) is an integrated circuit that combines a 32-bit processor core, Flash program memory, SRAM data memory and a configurable set of on-chip peripherals (timers, ADC, communication interfaces, GPIO) into a single chip. Within the broader semiconductor taxonomy, an MCU sits below microprocessors in complexity but above simple logic; it occupies the role of "decision maker" inside an embedded system. The PIC32MZ EF family specifically belongs to Microchip's premium tier of PIC32 MIPS-based MCUs, positioned for designs where 8/16-bit parts run out of headroom.
Key features include 200 MHz core clock with 1.56 DMIPS/MHz performance, Crypto engine supporting AES, DES, 3DES, SHA and MD5, integrated FPU, Hi-Speed USB 2.0 OTG, two CAN 2.0b controllers, six UART, four SPI, five I2C, a 12-bit 18-channel ADC at 500 ksps, and up to 120 general-purpose I/O lines. The 144-LQFP package exposes the maximum peripheral count and the largest pin budget of the family.
On the architecture side, the device uses a 5-stage pipeline MIPS M-Class core with hardware multiply/divide, tightly coupled prefetch module to hide Flash latency, dual Flash banks for live-update, and a 32-channel DMA controller that offloads data movement from the CPU. The crypto engine accelerates AES-128/192/256, 3DES, SHA-1/2 and MD5 in hardware, freeing CPU cycles for application logic while keeping secret keys in a protected memory region.
Typical applications include industrial control PLCs, IoT gateways with secure TLS handshakes, graphical HMI panels, BLDC/PMSM motor control, multi-protocol bridges (UART-SPI-CAN), and audio/voice processing front-ends. The integrated crypto engine removes the need for an external secure element in many connected designs.
When designing with this part, allocate the I/O budget carefully: 144-LQFP exposes the maximum peripheral set but still requires careful pin multiplexing. Decouple AVDD/VDD with 100 nF and 4.7 µF ceramics close to the package, and follow the trace-length guidance in the family datasheet for the high-speed USB and Ethernet RMII signals. Crypto-as-a-Feature simplifies secure boot and TLS but key provisioning flow must be planned at firmware stage.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone, helping embedded engineers quickly compare the PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PL with siblings and competitors on the 144-LQFP footprint.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PL Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 M-Class (PIC32) |
| Core Count | Single-core |
| Maximum Clock Speed | 200 MHz |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 512 KB (512K x 8) |
| SRAM | 128 KB |
| Crypto Engine | AES, DES, 3DES, SHA-1/2, MD5 |
| FPU | Yes (hardware) |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3 V (2.0V-3.6V range) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +85C (Industrial) |
| ADC | 12-bit, 18 channels, 500 ksps |
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 OTG |
| CAN | 2 x CAN 2.0b |
| UART / SPI / I2C | 6 / 4 / 5 |
| GPIO Count | Up to 120 |
| Package | 144-LQFP (20x20 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| MSL Level | 3 (168 hours) |
PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PL 144-lqfp (20x20 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PL (144-lqfp (20x20 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) 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 PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PL.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PL is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial IoT Gateway, Secure Connected HMI Panel, BLDC / PMSM Motor Control, Multi-Protocol Industrial Bridge, Audio / Voice Processing Front-End, Automotive Infotainment Sub-Controller.
Industrial IoT Gateway
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PL excels as an industrial IoT gateway controller because its 200 MHz MIPS core delivers 1.56 DMIPS/MHz, sufficient to run a TCP/IP stack alongside MQTT and TLS 1.2 handshakes. The integrated hardware crypto engine accelerates AES-128/256 and SHA-256, removing the need for an external secure element. With dual CAN 2.0b controllers, six UART, and Hi-Speed USB OTG, it bridges fieldbus, RS-485 sensor networks and cloud uplinks in a single chip. The 512 KB Flash accommodates TLS certificates plus application firmware, while the -40C to +85C industrial temperature range survives factory-floor conditions. Decoupling and EMC follow the PIC32MZ EF hardware design checklist for reliable operation near motor drives.
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Secure Connected HMI Panel
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PL serves HMI panels that demand both graphical responsiveness and authenticated firmware updates. Its 200 MHz core drives 4.3-inch TFT refresh at 30 fps via the parallel PMP interface, while the 512 KB dual-bank Flash enables live firmware updates without device downtime. Hardware AES and SHA offload TLS handshakes during secure cloud sync, and the 12-bit ADC at 500 ksps reads resistive touch sensors. The 144-LQFP exposes 120 GPIO for keypad matrix scanning and RGB LED drivers. Engineers designing HMI panels benefit from the chip's deterministic interrupt latency, which keeps touch response under 10 ms.
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BLDC / PMSM Motor Control
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PL is a strong fit for BLDC and PMSM motor controllers where deterministic 50 µs loop times are critical. The 200 MHz MIPS core executes FOC algorithms at 20 kHz switching frequency with sufficient headroom for sine, space-vector and sensorless observer math, while the hardware FPU accelerates Park/Clarke transforms. Six PWM channels with complementary outputs and programmable dead-time drive three-phase bridges directly, and the 12-bit 18-channel ADC samples phase currents within 1 µs of the PWM edge. The dual CAN 2.0b controllers interface with industrial motion buses. Hardware crypto is reserved for secure commissioning over motor-stream.
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Multi-Protocol Industrial Bridge
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PL shines in multi-protocol bridges that translate between CAN, RS-485, RS-232, SPI and Ethernet networks. With 2x CAN 2.0b, 6x UART, 4x SPI and 5x I2C, the device handles eight concurrent protocol streams, while the 32-channel DMA controller offloads packet movement from the CPU. The 128 KB SRAM sustains deep UART FIFOs at 3 Mbaud without overflow, and the Hi-Speed USB OTG port adds an industrial diagnostics channel. The hardware crypto engine authenticates bridge firmware in the field. The 144-LQFP pinout makes all peripherals available simultaneously without multiplexer conflicts.
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Audio / Voice Processing Front-End
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PL works well as an audio front-end that digitizes microphone arrays and forwards compressed streams to a host processor. The 12-bit ADC at 500 ksps supports 4-microphone beamforming at 96 kHz sample rate, and the hardware FPU accelerates FFT-based noise reduction in real time. Six UART or four SPI channels stream I2S, PDM or custom voice protocols, while the 128 KB SRAM buffers 50 ms of audio at 16 kHz/16-bit. The hardware crypto engine secures voice packet encryption when bridging to cloud voice assistants. The 144-LQFP footprint allows direct PCB integration with MEMS microphone arrays.
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Automotive Infotainment Sub-Controller
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PL supports automotive infotainment sub-modules that orchestrate climate, lighting and body functions behind a gateway MCU. Its dual CAN 2.0b interfaces connect to vehicle CAN-FD buses at 1 Mbaud, while six UART channels drive LIN sub-modules for seat, mirror and lighting actuators. The 512 KB Flash supports OSEK/Autosar-compatible firmware, and the 128 KB SRAM sustains LIN message scheduling buffers. Hardware AES-128 secures diagnostic UDS sessions at the dealer. The industrial -40C to +85C grade covers cabin temperatures; designs needing under-hood spec should select the -40C to +125C E variant instead.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PL — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MZ0512EFK144-I/PL | PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PH | PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-250I/PL | PIC32MZ0512EFK144-E/PL | PIC32MZ0512EFF144-I/PL | PIC32MZ0512EFE144-I/PL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 144-LQFP (20x20 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) | 144-LQFP (20x20 mm) - same | 144-LQFP (20x20 mm) - same | 144-LQFP (20x20 mm) - same | 144-LQFP (20x20 mm) - same | 144-LQFP (20x20 mm) - same | 144-LQFP (20x20 mm) - same |
| Maximum Clock Speed | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 252 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 512 KB | 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 | 128 KB |
| Temperature Grade | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +125C (Extended) | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +85C (Industrial) |
| Crypto Engine | AES / DES / 3DES / SHA / MD5 | AES / DES / 3DES / SHA / MD5 | AES / DES / 3DES / SHA / MD5 | AES / DES / 3DES / SHA / MD5 | AES / DES / 3DES / SHA / MD5 | AES / DES / 3DES / SHA / MD5 | AES / DES / 3DES / SHA / MD5 |
| Sub-Family | EFK (max peripherals) | EFK (max peripherals) | EFK (max peripherals) | EFK (max peripherals) | EFK (max peripherals) | EFF (reduced peripherals) | EFE (entry peripherals) |
| Carrier Format | Tape & Reel | Tray | Tape & Reel | Tape & Reel | Tray | Tray | Tray |
Key Differentiators
- Highest peripheral count in the EFK sub-family (vs PIC32MZ0512EFF144-I/PL)
- Hardware crypto engine vs software-only TLS (vs PIC32MZ0512EFE144-I/PL)
- 200 MHz speed grade with proven silicon (vs PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-250I/PL)
Design Notes
The PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PL requires a clean 3.3 V supply at up to 250 mA peak when the CPU and crypto engine run concurrently. Place a 4.7 µF bulk capacitor near VDD pins, plus a 100 nF ceramic per VDD/AVDD pair. Tie all VDD/AVDD/VDDIO pins even if a peripheral is unused, and route separate analog/digital ground planes joined at a single point under the MCU. Power-rail sequencing is not required but following the family hardware checklist minimizes inrush-induced brownouts.
Route the 50 MHz external oscillator traces (OSC1/OSC2) with ground guard traces and keep them under 5 mm. If using the internal 8 MHz Fast RC, configure the PLL with care to avoid jitter on USB. For Hi-Speed USB, route D+/D- as a 90-ohm impedance differential pair with length matching within 2 mm. The 144-LQFP at 0.5 mm pitch requires 0.2 mm trace width and 0.2 mm spacing to escape the package; consider a via-in-pad breakout for inner rows.
Common pitfalls when bringing up PIC32MZ0512EFK144T-I/PL boards include: (1) leaving the MCLR pin floating - it must be pulled up to VDD via a 10 kOhm resistor and a switch to ground; (2) ignoring the PGECx/PGEDx ICSP pin pairs, which must be accessible for in-circuit programming even in production; (3) using non-12-bit/10-bit accurate external references for the ADC without calibrating offset/gain in firmware; (4) failing to enable the prefetch module for code execution above 150 MHz, which causes Flash wait-state overruns. Always verify the configuration bits in MPLAB Harmony before first power-up.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per Microchip product page. Industrial temperature grade -40C to +85C; AEC-Q100 not qualified - select PIC32MX/AUTOSAR parts for automotive designs.
