PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-E/JWX - 1MB Flash 180MHz MCU 144-TFBGA | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-E/JWX ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $14.95 | $14.95 |
| 10 | $13.42 | $134.20 |
| 100 | $11.88 | $1,188.00 |
| 500 | $10.55 | $5,275.00 |
| 1,000 | $9.62 | $9,620.00 |
PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-E/JWX Overview
A 32-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a high-performance processor core, program and data memory, and a rich peripheral set on one silicon die. Within the system hierarchy, the PIC32MZ EF family sits between the 8/16-bit PIC16/PIC24 lines and the higher-end Cortex-M7 parts, providing deterministic interrupt response, large contiguous memory, and a Floating Point Unit for DSP-class math. The E/JWX suffix denotes the 144-pin TFBGA package, the extended (-40C to +125C) temperature grade, and tape-and-reel packaging.
Key features include an integrated FPU, 1 MB Flash, 512 KB SRAM, 8 DMA channels, 9 timers, 2 watchdog timers, and 2 analog comparators, along with HS USB, Ethernet, audio I2S, graphics LCD controller, and a 12-bit ADC. Communication interfaces include CAN, 5x I2C, 3x SCI/UART (LIN-capable), and SPI. The DSP-enhanced MIPS core delivers 252 DMIPS and supports SIMD instructions for audio and motor-control signal chains.
Architecturally, the device combines a 5-stage MIPS32 M-Class pipeline with a tightly-coupled FPU, dedicated crypto-free secure boot path, and a peripheral bus matrix that allows simultaneous DMA, Ethernet, and USB traffic without CPU intervention. The 144-TFBGA package uses a 0.5 mm pitch and a 7x7 mm body, suitable for compact multilayer PCB designs.
Typical applications include industrial automation controllers, automotive body and HMI modules, IoT gateways, graphics touch-panel HMIs, and high-performance BLDC/PMSM motor control. The combination of Ethernet, CAN, and USB simplifies connected-motor and connected-sensor node designs. When designing with this part, allocate the TFBGA fan-out using micro-vias and ensure the core supply (2.1V-3.3V) is decoupled with 100 nF + bulk ceramic per the Microchip PIC32MZ EF Family datasheet guidelines.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes for the PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-E/JWX, providing context beyond the manufacturer datasheet for engineers selecting a 32-bit MCU for connected embedded designs.
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PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-E/JWX Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 M-Class PIC32MZ |
| Core Count | Single-core |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 180 MHz |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 1 MB (1M x 8) |
| SRAM | 512 KB |
| Floating Point Unit | Yes (integrated) |
| DSP Instructions | Yes (SIMD DSP extensions) |
| Operating Voltage Range | 2.1 V to 3.3 V |
| DMA Channels | 8 |
| Timers | 9 |
| Watchdog Timers | 2 |
| Analog Comparators | 2 |
| CAN Interface | Yes (CAN 2.0B) |
| USB Interface | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 (Host/Device/OTG) |
| Ethernet | 10/100 Mbps MAC |
| I2C | 5 channels |
| UART / SCI | 3 channels (LIN-capable) |
| ADC | 12-bit SAR |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +125 C (Extended) |
| Package | 144-TFBGA, 7x7 mm, 0.5 mm pitch (JWX) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Packaging | Tape & Reel |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes |
PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-E/JWX 144-tfbga, 7x7 mm, 0.5 mm pitch (jwx) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-E/JWX (144-tfbga, 7x7 mm, 0.5 mm pitch (jwx) 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 PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-E/JWX.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-E/JWX is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Automation Controllers, Automotive Body and HMI Modules, IoT Gateways and Connected Sensors, Graphics HMI Touch Panels, BLDC and PMSM Motor Control, Audio Processing and USB Audio Interfaces.
Industrial Automation Controllers
The PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-E/JWX is well suited for industrial PLCs, machine controllers, and HMI gateways. The integrated 10/100 Ethernet MAC plus CAN 2.0B controller enable simultaneous fieldbus (CANopen, Modbus TCP) connectivity without external bridges, while the 180 MHz MIPS32 M-Class core and FPU execute deterministic control loops within sub-millisecond cycles. The 512 KB SRAM comfortably buffers TCP/IP stacks alongside real-time control variables, and the 144-TFBGA footprint supports compact DIN-rail modules. The -40 C to +125 C extended temperature grade meets IEC 60068 industrial shock/vibration profiles and the supply range 2.1 V to 3.3 V simplifies integration with 3.3 V industrial backplanes.
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Automotive Body and HMI Modules
For automotive body controllers, instrument clusters, and HMI touch panels, the PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-E/JWX provides 1 MB Flash for graphics assets and 512 KB SRAM for frame buffers. The integrated graphics LCD controller and I2S audio interfaces support multi-screen HMI without external bridge ICs, while the CAN 2.0B controller interfaces to the vehicle body bus. The 180 MHz MIPS core with FPU executes vector graphics and audio processing in real time, and the extended -40 C to +125 C temperature grade meets automotive Grade 1 ambient requirements. Compared to lower-end PIC32MX parts, the EFH variant's Ethernet capability enables OTA firmware update gateways over automotive Ethernet backbones.
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IoT Gateways and Connected Sensors
The PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-E/JWX anchors IoT edge gateways by combining Hi-Speed USB 2.0, 10/100 Ethernet, and multiple serial interfaces in a single chip. Concurrent USB-host and Ethernet operation simplifies cellular-modem bridging, while the 8 DMA channels offload packet processing from the CPU. The 1 MB Flash stores TLS/SSL libraries and MQTT clients, and 512 KB SRAM holds network buffers alongside application logic. The 180 MHz MIPS32 M-Class core runs lightweight IP stacks (lwIP, Microchip Harmony) deterministically, and the 2.1 V to 3.3 V supply range supports direct battery or USB-powered operation. The integrated FPU accelerates sensor-fusion DSP for connected-sensor nodes.
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Graphics HMI Touch Panels
For TFT-LCD touch-panel HMIs in appliance, medical, and industrial products, the PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-E/JWX integrates a graphics LCD controller supporting displays up to WVGA resolution. The 180 MHz MIPS core with integrated FPU and DSP extensions executes JPEG decode and 2D widget rendering in real time, while the 512 KB SRAM holds partial frame buffers without external memory. The Hi-Speed USB and Ethernet enable remote UI update and diagnostic logging. Compared to PIC32MX parts, the EFH family provides 4x more RAM and DSP instructions, dramatically reducing the need for external SDRAM. The extended -40 C to +125 C temperature grade supports outdoor or unconditioned installations.
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BLDC and PMSM Motor Control
FOC (field-oriented control) for BLDC and PMSM motors benefits from the PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-E/JWX's 180 MHz MIPS core, integrated FPU, and DSP extensions. Sin/cos and Park/Clarke transforms complete in microseconds, enabling 20 kHz+ PWM update rates with current-loop bandwidth to spare. The 12-bit ADC and 9 timers provide multi-shunt current sensing and complementary PWM generation with hardware dead-band insertion, while the 8 DMA channels offload sample sequences without CPU intervention. The 144-TFBGA package keeps the design footprint compact for integrated motor-inverter modules, and the CAN interface enables multi-axis coordination over industrial CAN bus.
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Audio Processing and USB Audio Interfaces
USB audio interfaces, mixing consoles, and DSP effects pedals leverage the PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-E/JWX's integrated I2S ports, Hi-Speed USB, and DSP/SIMD extensions. The 180 MHz MIPS core executes multi-band EQ, reverb, and dynamics processing with sub-millisecond latency, while 512 KB SRAM stores 100+ ms of audio buffering without external memory. Hi-Speed USB supports 24-bit/96 kHz multichannel audio class 2.0 streams, and Ethernet enables AVB-style networked audio in professional installations. Compared to PIC32MX parts, the FPU and DSP instructions reduce CPU load by 4x for typical audio algorithms, allowing more channels per part.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-E/JWX — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MZ1024EFH144-E/JWX | PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-I/JWX | PIC32MZ1024EFE144T-E/JWX | PIC32MZ1024EFG144T-E/JWX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 144-TFBGA (JWX) | 144-TFBGA (JWX) - same | 144-TFBGA (JWX) - same | 144-TFBGA (JWX) - same | 144-TFBGA (JWX) - same |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 180 MHz | 180 MHz | 200 MHz | 180 MHz | 180 MHz |
| Flash | 1 MB | 1 MB | 1 MB | 1 MB | 1 MB |
| SRAM | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB |
| CAN Controller | Yes (CAN 2.0B) | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Ethernet MAC | 10/100 Mbps | 10/100 Mbps | 10/100 Mbps | 10/100 Mbps | 10/100 Mbps |
| Crypto Accelerator | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Temperature Grade | -40 C to +125 C (Extended) | -40 C to +125 C | -40 C to +85 C (Industrial) | -40 C to +125 C | -40 C to +125 C |
| Unit Price (qty 1) | ~$14.95 | ~$14.50 (tray) | ~$15.20 | ~$14.10 | ~$16.40 |
Key Differentiators
- Higher CPU speed at extended temperature grade (vs PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-I/JWX)
- Integrated CAN 2.0B controller (vs PIC32MZ1024EFE144T-E/JWX)
- Same 144-TFBGA footprint across speed grades (vs PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-250E/JWX)
- No on-chip crypto for simplified firmware (vs PIC32MZ1024EFG144T-E/JWX)
Design Notes
Estimated: at 180 MHz with all peripherals active, the PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-E/JWX consumes approximately 280 mA from a 3.3 V supply, dissipating roughly 0.92 W. The 144-TFBGA has a typical theta_JA of approximately 28 C/W on a standard 4-layer JEDEC test board. This yields a junction temperature rise of ~26 C above ambient - well within the -40 C to +125 C operating range. For enclosed industrial enclosures with limited airflow, expand the GND ball pattern copper pour and add thermal vias beneath the center balls to reduce theta_JA to ~18 C/W.
The 144-TFBGA uses a 0.5 mm ball pitch, which mandates micro-via fan-out (typically 8-mil laser-drilled vias in a 4-layer stackup). Per the Microchip PIC32MZ EF Family datasheet, place 100 nF X7R decoupling capacitors within 3 mm of each VDD/VSS pair, and add a bulk 4.7 uF ceramic per supply rail. Trace all differential pairs (Ethernet RMII, USB D+/D-) with 90 ohm differential impedance and length-match within 150 mil. Avoid routing high-speed signals across the package center where the BGA via array obstructs return-current paths.
When migrating from PIC32MX to PIC32MZ EF, note the supply voltage difference: PIC32MX runs at 2.3 V to 3.6 V, while PIC32MZ EF requires 2.1 V to 3.3 V with tighter tolerance. Do not assume PIC32MX peripheral libraries are source-compatible - register names and interrupt vector tables differ significantly. The Microchip Harmony 3 framework (MPLAB Harmony Configurator) is the supported firmware stack for PIC32MZ EF; older MLA libraries do not apply. Always check the silicon errata document for the specific die revision before locking the BOM.
The 12-bit SAR ADC on the PIC32MZ1024EFH144T-E/JWX achieves its rated ENOB only with a low-impedance external reference and a clean analog supply. Decouple the AVDD pin with 100 nF + 10 uF ceramic within 5 mm, and route analog traces away from switching nodes. For motor-control applications using the ADC for current sensing, synchronize ADC sampling to the PWM period (hardware trigger) to avoid switching-noise coupling. The Ethernet MAC requires a 50 MHz external clock or 25 MHz crystal; do not share this clock with other peripherals without buffering.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. AEC-Q100 qualification is not applicable to this generic extended-temperature grade; automotive customers should consult Microchip for AEC-Q100 qualified part numbers. Lead-free (Pb-free) reflow-compatible per JEDEC J-STD-020.
