PIC32MZ1024EFG144-E/PL - 200MHz 1MB Flash MCU | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MZ1024EFG144-E/PL ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $14.95 | $14.95 |
| 10 | $13.42 | $134.20 |
| 100 | $11.85 | $1,185.00 |
| 500 | $10.18 | $5,090.00 |
| 1,000 | $9.05 | $9,050.00 |
PIC32MZ1024EFG144-E/PL Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is an integrated circuit that combines a CPU core, program memory (Flash), data memory (SRAM), and a rich set of peripherals on a single die. Within the broader hierarchy, this PIC32MZ EF part belongs to the 32-bit MCU family (32-bit -> MCU -> microcontroller -> embedded processor -> semiconductor), superseding older 8/16-bit MCUs in applications that demand DSP extensions, single-cycle MAC, IEEE 754 floating point, and deterministic interrupt latency.
Key features include an IEEE 754 FPU, four 64-bit accumulators, single-cycle MAC with saturating and fractional math, 12-bit 48-channel ADC, 12 DMA channels, Hi-Speed USB, Ethernet MAC, and hardware crypto/hash accelerator variants within the EF family. Dual-panel Flash enables live field updates without downtime. The 144-pin LQFP provides 120+ GPIO with multiple 5V-tolerant pins for mixed-voltage interfacing.
Architecturally, the EF family uses the MIPS microAptiv core with DSP extensions and a tightly coupled FPU, achieving 330 DMIPS at 200 MHz. The dual-panel Flash is partitioned for seamless Live Update operation, while dedicated boot Flash (160 KB) supports secure firmware bootloaders. Peripherals are interconnected through a high-bandwidth bus matrix that lets the DMA engine move data between ADC, USB, Ethernet and SRAM without CPU intervention.
Typical applications include industrial PLC controllers, automotive instrument clusters and HMI panels, IoT gateways with Ethernet, motor-control FOC drives, and graphics-enabled HMI terminals. Designers benefit from the Live Update capability for remote firmware deployment in deployed assets.
When designing with this device, allocate sufficient decoupling (100 nF + 10 uF near each VDD pin pair), follow the 144-LQFP layout guideline with a continuous ground plane under the exposed pad route, and reserve the 5V-tolerant pins for legacy logic interfacing. Program flash endurance (1k minimum erase/write cycles per sector) should be considered for high-write applications.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in same-package alternatives, comparison tables, and practical design notes drawn from the PIC32MZ EF Family datasheet and reference designs, providing context that is not duplicated on any single source page.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MZ1024EFG144-E/PL Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 M-Class microAptiv with FPU |
| Core Frequency | 200 MHz (180 MHz per device marking) |
| DMIPS Performance | 330 DMIPS |
| Program Flash | 1 MB (1024 KB, 1M x 8) |
| SRAM | 512 KB |
| Boot Flash (dedicated) | 160 KB |
| Flash Type | Dual Panel (Live Update supported) |
| Operating Voltage | 2.1 V to 3.6 V (3.3 V typical) |
| ADC | 12-bit, up to 48 channels |
| DMA Channels | 12 |
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Host/Device/OTG |
| Ethernet | 10/100 Mbps MAC (MII/RMII) |
| Crypto Acceleration | None (EFG variant, no Crypto) |
| CAN | None (EFG variant, no CAN) |
| GPIO (approx) | 120+ (5V-tolerant subset) |
| Package | 144-pin LQFP (PL), 20x20 mm |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (E grade, AEC-Q100) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| MSL Level | 3 (per JEDEC J-STD-020) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC32MZ1024EFG144-E/PL Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | OSC1/RC12 — Primary oscillator input or GPIO RC12 |
| Pin 2 | OSC2/RC15 — Primary oscillator output or GPIO RC15 |
| Pin 3 | VDD — Core supply 3.3V |
| Pin 4 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 5 | RC13 — GPIO RC13 |
| Pin 6 | RC14 — GPIO RC14 |
| Pin 7 | RPB0/AN0 — GPIO RB0 / analog input AN0 |
| Pin 8 | RPB1/AN1 — GPIO RB1 / analog input AN1 |
| Pin 9 | RPB2/AN2 — GPIO RB2 / analog input AN2 |
| Pin 10 | RPB3/AN3 — GPIO RB3 / analog input AN3 |
| Pin 11 | VDD — Core supply 3.3V |
| Pin 12 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 13 | RPB4/AN4 — GPIO RB4 / analog input AN4 |
| Pin 14 | RPB5/AN5 — GPIO RB5 / analog input AN5 |
| Pin 15 | RPB6/AN6 — GPIO RB6 / analog input AN6 |
| Pin 16 | RPB7/AN7 — GPIO RB7 / analog input AN7 |
| Pin 17 | RPB8/AN8 — GPIO RB8 / analog input AN8 |
| Pin 18 | RPB9/AN9 — GPIO RB9 / analog input AN9 |
| Pin 19 | RPB10/AN10 — GPIO RB10 / analog input AN10 |
| Pin 20 | RPB11/AN11 — GPIO RB11 / analog input AN11 |
| Pin 21 | VDD — Core supply 3.3V |
| Pin 22 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 23 | RPB12/AN12 — GPIO RB12 / analog input AN12 |
| Pin 24 | RPB13/AN13 — GPIO RB13 / analog input AN13 |
| Pin 25 | RPB14/AN14 — GPIO RB14 / analog input AN14 |
| Pin 26 | RPB15/AN15 — GPIO RB15 / analog input AN15 |
| Pin 27 | VDD — Core supply 3.3V |
| Pin 28 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 29 | AN16/RPC0 — Analog input AN16 / GPIO RC0 |
| Pin 30 | AN17/RPC1 — Analog input AN17 / GPIO RC1 |
| Pin 31 | AN18/RPC2 — Analog input AN18 / GPIO RC2 |
| Pin 32 | AN19/RPC3 — Analog input AN19 / GPIO RC3 |
| Pin 33 | RPC4 — GPIO RC4 |
| Pin 34 | RPC5 — GPIO RC5 |
| Pin 35 | RPC6 — GPIO RC6 |
| Pin 36 | RPC7 — GPIO RC7 |
| Pin 37 | RPC8 — GPIO RC8 |
| Pin 38 | RPC9 — GPIO RC9 |
| Pin 39 | VDD — Core supply 3.3V |
| Pin 40 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 41 | RPC10 — GPIO RC10 |
| Pin 42 | RPC11 — GPIO RC11 |
| Pin 43 | RPC12 — GPIO RC12 (shared with OSC1) |
| Pin 44 | RPC13 — GPIO RC13 |
| Pin 45 | RPC14 — GPIO RC14 |
| Pin 46 | RPC15 — GPIO RC15 (shared with OSC2) |
| Pin 47 | VDD — Core supply 3.3V |
| Pin 48 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 49 | RPD0 — GPIO RD0 |
| Pin 50 | RPD1 — GPIO RD1 |
| Pin 51 | RPD2 — GPIO RD2 |
| Pin 52 | RPD3 — GPIO RD3 |
| Pin 53 | RPD4 — GPIO RD4 |
| Pin 54 | RPD5 — GPIO RD5 |
| Pin 55 | RPD6 — GPIO RD6 |
| Pin 56 | RPD7 — GPIO RD7 |
| Pin 57 | VDD — Core supply 3.3V |
| Pin 58 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 59 | RPD8 — GPIO RD8 |
| Pin 60 | RPD9 — GPIO RD9 |
| Pin 61 | RPD10 — GPIO RD10 |
| Pin 62 | RPD11 — GPIO RD11 |
| Pin 63 | RPD12 — GPIO RD12 |
| Pin 64 | RPD13 — GPIO RD13 |
| Pin 65 | RPD14 — GPIO RD14 |
| Pin 66 | RPD15 — GPIO RD15 |
| Pin 67 | VDD — Core supply 3.3V |
| Pin 68 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 69 | RPE0 — GPIO RE0 |
| Pin 70 | RPE1 — GPIO RE1 |
| Pin 71 | RPE2 — GPIO RE2 |
| Pin 72 | RPE3 — GPIO RE3 |
| Pin 73 | RPE4 — GPIO RE4 |
| Pin 74 | RPE5 — GPIO RE5 |
| Pin 75 | RPE6 — GPIO RE6 |
| Pin 76 | RPE7 — GPIO RE7 |
| Pin 77 | VDD — Core supply 3.3V |
| Pin 78 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 79 | RPE8 — GPIO RE8 |
| Pin 80 | RPE9 — GPIO RE9 |
| Pin 81 | RPF0 — GPIO RF0 |
| Pin 82 | RPF1 — GPIO RF1 |
| Pin 83 | RPF2 — GPIO RF2 |
| Pin 84 | RPF3 — GPIO RF3 |
| Pin 85 | RPF4/USBID — GPIO RF4 / USB ID (OTG) |
| Pin 86 | RPF5/USBVBUS — GPIO RF5 / USB VBUS sense |
| Pin 87 | VDD — Core supply 3.3V |
| Pin 88 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 89 | RPF6 — GPIO RF6 |
| Pin 90 | RPF7 — GPIO RF7 |
| Pin 91 | RPF8 — GPIO RF8 |
| Pin 92 | RPF9 — GPIO RF9 |
| Pin 93 | RPF10 — GPIO RF10 |
| Pin 94 | RPF11 — GPIO RF11 |
| Pin 95 | RPF12 — GPIO RF12 |
| Pin 96 | RPF13 — GPIO RF13 |
| Pin 97 | VDD — Core supply 3.3V |
| Pin 98 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 99 | RPF14 — GPIO RF14 |
| Pin 100 | RPF15 — GPIO RF15 |
| Pin 101 | RPF16 — GPIO RF16 |
| Pin 102 | RPF17 — GPIO RF17 |
| Pin 103 | RPF18 — GPIO RF18 |
| Pin 104 | RPF19 — GPIO RF19 |
| Pin 105 | RPF20 — GPIO RF20 |
| Pin 106 | RPF21 — GPIO RF21 |
| Pin 107 | VDD — Core supply 3.3V |
| Pin 108 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 109 | RPF22 — GPIO RF22 |
| Pin 110 | RPF23 — GPIO RF23 |
| Pin 111 | RPG0 — GPIO RG0 |
| Pin 112 | RPG1 — GPIO RG1 |
| Pin 113 | RPG2 — GPIO RG2 |
| Pin 114 | RPG3 — GPIO RG3 |
| Pin 115 | RPG4 — GPIO RG4 |
| Pin 116 | RPG5 — GPIO RG5 |
| Pin 117 | RPG6 — GPIO RG6 |
| Pin 118 | RPG7 — GPIO RG7 |
| Pin 119 | VDD — Core supply 3.3V |
| Pin 120 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 121 | RPG8 — GPIO RG8 |
| Pin 122 | RPG9 — GPIO RG9 |
| Pin 123 | AVDD — Analog supply 3.3V for ADC |
| Pin 124 | AVSS — Analog ground |
| Pin 125 | AN20/RG12 — Analog input AN20 / GPIO RG12 |
| Pin 126 | AN21/RG13 — Analog input AN21 / GPIO RG13 |
| Pin 127 | AN22/RG14 — Analog input AN22 / GPIO RG14 |
| Pin 128 | AN23/RG15 — Analog input AN23 / GPIO RG15 |
| Pin 129 | AN24/RH0 — Analog input AN24 / GPIO RH0 |
| Pin 130 | AN25/RH1 — Analog input AN25 / GPIO RH1 |
| Pin 131 | AN26/RH2 — Analog input AN26 / GPIO RH2 |
| Pin 132 | AN27/RH3 — Analog input AN27 / GPIO RH3 |
| Pin 133 | AN28/RH4 — Analog input AN28 / GPIO RH4 |
| Pin 134 | AN29/RH5 — Analog input AN29 / GPIO RH5 |
| Pin 135 | AVDD — Analog supply 3.3V for ADC |
| Pin 136 | AVSS — Analog ground |
| Pin 137 | AN30/RH6 — Analog input AN30 / GPIO RH6 |
| Pin 138 | AN31/RH7 — Analog input AN31 / GPIO RH7 |
| Pin 139 | AN32/RH8 — Analog input AN32 / GPIO RH8 |
| Pin 140 | AN33/RH9 — Analog input AN33 / GPIO RH9 |
| Pin 141 | AN34/RH10 — Analog input AN34 / GPIO RH10 |
| Pin 142 | AN35/RH11 — Analog input AN35 / GPIO RH11 |
| Pin 143 | MCLR — Master clear reset (active low) |
| Pin 144 | VDD — Core supply 3.3V |
Typical Applications
PIC32MZ1024EFG144-E/PL is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial PLC Controllers, Automotive Instrument Clusters and HMI, IoT Gateways with Ethernet and USB, Motor Control (FOC and PFC Drives), Graphics HMI / TFT Touch Panels, Medical Patient Monitoring.
Industrial PLC Controllers
The PIC32MZ1024EFG144-E/PL's 330 DMIPS at 200 MHz, 512 KB SRAM, and 48-channel 12-bit ADC make it a strong fit for mid-range industrial PLCs. Its MIPS FPU executes floating-point ladder logic and PID loops in single-cycle precision, while the dual-panel Flash enables remote firmware updates without stopping the line. The -E temperature grade ensures operation in factory floor cabinets up to +125C. Designers typically pair it with the MCP2562 CAN transceiver and the MCP2517FD for industrial networking.
Recommended
Automotive Instrument Clusters and HMI
The PIC32MZ1024EFG144-E/PL's AEC-Q100 -E grade qualification and 144-LQFP footprint make it well-suited to automotive instrument clusters and HMI panels. Its 1 MB Flash stores graphics framebuffers and lookup tables, while the 512 KB SRAM buffers TFT displays without external SDRAM at low resolutions. Hi-Speed USB supports diagnostic dongles, and the 12-bit ADC reads automotive sensor inputs directly. Live Update Flash partitioning is particularly useful for OTA cluster firmware updates in dealer service.
Recommended
IoT Gateways with Ethernet and USB
For IoT edge gateways, the PIC32MZ1024EFG144-E/PL combines a 10/100 Ethernet MAC and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 host/device, enabling concurrent wired networking and local peripheral attachment. The 1 MB Flash holds TLS certificate stores and protocol stacks (MQTT, CoAP), while 512 KB SRAM allows simultaneous TCP/IP and USB stack operation. The 12 DMA channels offload packet processing from the CPU, and the FPU accelerates signal preprocessing for sensor data before cloud upload.
Recommended
Motor Control (FOC and PFC Drives)
Field-oriented control (FOC) and PFC motor drives benefit from the PIC32MZ1024EFG144-E/PL's MIPS microAptiv core with single-cycle MAC and saturating math. The 200 MHz FPU computes Park/Clarke transforms and PI loops within microsecond budgets, while the 48-channel 12-bit ADC samples phase currents at the PWM frequency. The dual-panel Flash allows parameter-set swaps between motor profiles without halting the drive, critical for multi-motor industrial equipment.
Recommended
Graphics HMI / TFT Touch Panels
Mid-resolution TFT HMI panels (up to 480x272) run comfortably on the PIC32MZ1024EFG144-E/PL without external SDRAM. The 1 MB Flash stores fonts, icons, and screen templates; the 512 KB SRAM buffers the active framebuffer at 16-bit color. The peripheral 5V-tolerant GPIOs simplify direct connection to legacy 5V TFT controller signals. The 200 MHz MIPS core delivers smooth animation and screen transitions, while Live Update Flash supports in-field screen redesigns.
Recommended
Medical Patient Monitoring
Battery-powered patient monitors benefit from the PIC32MZ1024EFG144-E/PL's MIPS FPU for FFT-based ECG/EEG signal analysis, 12-bit 48-channel ADC for multi-lead acquisition, and 1 MB Flash for embedded firmware plus reference DSP libraries. The 144-LQFP footprint accommodates multi-channel analog front ends. Note that medical applications typically require additional IEC 60601 compliance beyond the silicon level - the part's role is signal processing rather than safety isolation.
Recommended
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MZ1024EFG144-E/PL — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MZ1024EFE144-E/PL | PIC32MZ1024EFG144-I/PL | PIC32MZ1024EFF144-E/PL | PIC32MZ1024ECH144T-I/PL | PIC32MZ1024ECM144-I/PH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 144-LQFP (PL) 20x20 mm | 144-LQFP (PL) - same | 144-LQFP (PL) - same | 144-LQFP (PL) - same | 144-LQFP (PL) - same | 144-LQFP (PH) - same 144-LQFP |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Core Frequency | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz |
| Program Flash | 1 MB | 1 MB | 1 MB | 1 MB | 2 MB | 2 MB |
| SRAM | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB |
| Hardware Crypto | No | Yes | No | No | No | Yes |
| CAN | No | No | No | Yes (CAN FD) | Yes | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (E grade, AEC-Q100) | -40C to +125C (E grade) | -40C to +85C (I grade) | -40C to +125C (E grade) | -40C to +85C (I grade) | -40C to +85C (I grade) |
| Ethernet + USB | Yes (Ethernet + Hi-Speed USB) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Unit Price (qty 1) | $14.95 | $15.50 | $13.50 | $15.20 | $18.95 | $19.45 |
Key Differentiators
- Drop-in upgrade path within same 144-LQFP footprint (vs PIC32MZ1024EFE144-E/PL)
- Lower cost without crypto engine overhead (vs PIC32MZ1024EFE144-E/PL)
- AEC-Q100 -E grade for automotive deployments (vs PIC32MZ1024EFG144-I/PL)
Design Notes
Each VDD pin on the PIC32MZ1024EFG144-E/PL should be decoupled locally with a 100 nF ceramic cap (X7R, 0402 or 0603) plus a shared 10 uF bulk cap. The ADC section requires a separate AVDD trace with its own ferrite bead and 100 nF + 10 uF network; do not share AVDD and VDD pours directly to avoid digital switching noise coupling into analog conversions.
Route the 144-LQFP package with a continuous uninterrupted ground plane on the layer immediately beneath the device; the LQFP does not have an exposed pad but a tight stitch pattern of vias around the perimeter improves thermal dissipation and reduces EMI. Place the primary 8 MHz or 12 MHz crystal within 5 mm of OSC1/OSC2 with a guard ring on the ground plane, and keep high-speed USB/Ethernet traces length-matched and impedance-controlled per USB 2.0 and 10/100 Ethernet specs.
Do not exceed the absolute maximum VDD of 3.6V - transient spikes above 4V can damage the silicon. The 5V-tolerant pins are limited in current sink/source; refer to the DC characteristics table in the datasheet. The dual-panel Live Update feature requires careful linker script partitioning; if not configured correctly the boot Flash will lock out firmware updates.
At 200 MHz with both FPU and DSP engaged, the PIC32MZ1024EFG144-E/PL dissipates approximately 0.5-0.7W depending on peripheral utilization. For continuous -40C to +125C operation, the 144-LQFP thermal resistance (theta_JA approximately 35 C/W on a 2-layer JEDEC test board) limits ambient operation. A 4-layer board with dedicated thermal vias can drop theta_JA to roughly 18 C/W, enabling full-speed operation across the -40C to +125C range.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. AEC-Q100 qualified (E temperature grade). Halogen-free per Microchip environmental compliance documentation. Conflict minerals compliant per Microchip supply chain disclosures.
