PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-V/2J - 200MHz 32-bit MCU Graphics LQFP-176 | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-V/2J ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16.62 | $16.62 |
| 10 | $14.96 | $149.60 |
| 100 | $13.3 | $1,330.00 |
| 250 | $12.46 | $3,115.00 |
| 1,000 | $11.63 | $11,630.00 |
PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-V/2J Overview
A 32-bit microcontroller (MCU) is an integrated circuit combining a processor core, program memory (Flash), data memory (SRAM), and a rich set of peripherals on a single die. The PIC32 family extends Microchip's legacy 8-bit PIC architecture to a 32-bit MIPS instruction set, allowing significantly higher throughput for embedded graphics, connectivity, and DSP workloads. Within the broader taxonomy, the PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-V/2J belongs to PIC32MZ DA family -> PIC32MZ series -> PIC32 family -> 32-bit MCU -> microcontroller -> integrated circuit -> semiconductor. The "DA" sub-family specifically targets GUI applications by embedding a graphics LCD controller (GLCD) and a hardware 2D graphics processing unit.
Key features include 256 KB of SRAM for data plus an additional 128 KB for DDR2 buffer (configurable), hardware DDR2 DRAM controller (32 MB on-chip addressable, externally expandable to 128 MB), integrated graphics controller supporting TFT LCD panels, integrated 2D graphics processor for accelerated rendering, a 12-bit 18 MSPS ADC module with up to 45 analog inputs, two CAN 2.0b modules, Hi-Speed USB 2.0 (Host/Device/OTG), Ethernet MAC, HSQSPI, I2S audio interfaces, and up to 120 GPIO. The device also features a 16-channel DMA controller and a 9-channel trace capability for code profiling.
Architecturally, the PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-V/2J leverages the microAptiv MIPS32 core with 5-stage pipeline, hardware multiply-accumulate (MAC), and DSP extensions, achieving 1.56 DMIPS/MHz. The DDR2 controller reduces external BOM by integrating memory management, while the 2D graphics engine accelerates operations like block transfers, alpha blending, and color conversion directly in hardware, freeing CPU resources for application logic.
Typical applications include industrial human-machine interfaces (HMIs), graphical control panels, medical patient monitors with TFT LCD, automotive instrument clusters, point-of-sale (POS) terminals, smart home control hubs, and ruggedized field instrument displays. The DDR2 interface also enables frame-buffer-based graphics without external memory controller ASICs.
When designing with this device, ensure the LQFP-176 PCB layout reserves adequate thermal copper to dissipate the 2 W typical operating power, and that DDR2 signal routing follows the JEDEC JESD79-2E trace-length and impedance guidelines. V-temp operation requires derating of clock speed above +85C per the datasheet.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-V/2J Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 microAptiv |
| Family | PIC32MZ DA (Graphics Integrated) |
| Data Bus Width | 32-bit |
| Operating Frequency Max | 200 MHz |
| Program Memory Size (Flash) | 1 MB (1M x 8) |
| Data RAM | 256 KB (plus 128 KB DDR2 buffer per datasheet) |
| DDR2 DRAM Controller | Integrated, up to 128 MB external |
| Graphics Controller | Integrated TFT LCD controller |
| Graphics Processor | Integrated 2D GPU (block transfer, alpha blending) |
| ADC | 12-bit, 18 MSPS, up to 45 analog inputs |
| Operating Temperature Range (V-temp) | -40C to +105C |
| Package | 176-LQFP (20 x 20 mm) |
| GPIO Count | Up to 120 |
| Hi-Speed USB | USB 2.0 Host/Device/OTG |
| CAN | 2x CAN 2.0b |
| DMA Channels | 16 |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| AEC-Q100 | Not qualified (standard grade) |
PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-V/2J Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | VDD — Core logic supply |
| Pin 2 | RA0 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 3 | RA1 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 4 | RA2 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 5 | RA3 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 6 | RA4 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 7 | RA5 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 8 | RA6 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 9 | RA7 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 10 | RA8 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 11 | RA9 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 12 | RA10 — GPIO / analog input |
| Pin 13 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 14 | RB0 — GPIO |
| Pin 15 | RB1 — GPIO |
| Pin 16 | RB2 — GPIO |
| Pin 17 | RB3 — GPIO |
| Pin 18 | RB4 — GPIO |
| Pin 19 | RB5 — GPIO |
| Pin 20 | RB6 — GPIO |
| Pin 21 | RB7 — GPIO |
| Pin 22 | RB8 — GPIO |
| Pin 23 | RB9 — GPIO |
| Pin 24 | RB10 — GPIO |
| Pin 25 | RB11 — GPIO |
| Pin 26 | RB12 — GPIO |
| Pin 27 | RB13 — GPIO |
| Pin 28 | RB14 — GPIO |
| Pin 29 | RB15 — GPIO |
| Pin 30 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 31 | RC0 — GPIO |
| Pin 32 | RC1 — GPIO |
| Pin 33 | RC2 — GPIO |
| Pin 34 | RC3 — GPIO |
| Pin 35 | RC4 — GPIO |
| Pin 36 | RC5 — GPIO |
| Pin 37 | RC6 — GPIO |
| Pin 38 | RC7 — GPIO |
| Pin 39 | RC8 — GPIO |
| Pin 40 | RC9 — GPIO |
| Pin 41 | RC10 — GPIO |
| Pin 42 | RC11 — GPIO |
| Pin 43 | RC12 — GPIO |
| Pin 44 | RC13 — GPIO |
| Pin 45 | RC14 — GPIO |
| Pin 46 | RC15 — GPIO |
| Pin 47 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 48 | RD0 — GPIO |
| Pin 49 | RD1 — GPIO |
| Pin 50 | RD2 — GPIO |
| Pin 51 | RD3 — GPIO |
| Pin 52 | RD4 — GPIO |
| Pin 53 | RD5 — GPIO |
| Pin 54 | RD6 — GPIO |
| Pin 55 | RD7 — GPIO |
| Pin 56 | RD8 — GPIO |
| Pin 57 | RD9 — GPIO |
| Pin 58 | RD10 — GPIO |
| Pin 59 | RD11 — GPIO |
| Pin 60 | RD12 — GPIO |
| Pin 61 | RD13 — GPIO |
| Pin 62 | RD14 — GPIO |
| Pin 63 | RD15 — GPIO |
| Pin 64 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 65 | RE0 — GPIO |
| Pin 66 | RE1 — GPIO |
| Pin 67 | RE2 — GPIO |
| Pin 68 | RE3 — GPIO |
| Pin 69 | RE4 — GPIO |
| Pin 70 | RE5 — GPIO |
| Pin 71 | RE6 — GPIO |
| Pin 72 | RE7 — GPIO |
| Pin 73 | RE8 — GPIO |
| Pin 74 | RE9 — GPIO |
| Pin 75 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 76 | RF0 — GPIO |
| Pin 77 | RF1 — GPIO |
| Pin 78 | RF2 — GPIO |
| Pin 79 | RF3 — GPIO |
| Pin 80 | RF4 — GPIO |
| Pin 81 | RF5 — GPIO |
| Pin 82 | RF6 — GPIO |
| Pin 83 | RF7 — GPIO |
| Pin 84 | RF8 — GPIO |
| Pin 85 | RF9 — GPIO |
| Pin 86 | RF10 — GPIO |
| Pin 87 | RF11 — GPIO |
| Pin 88 | RF12 — GPIO |
| Pin 89 | RF13 — GPIO |
| Pin 90 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 91 | RG0 — GPIO |
| Pin 92 | RG1 — GPIO |
| Pin 93 | RG2 — GPIO |
| Pin 94 | RG3 — GPIO |
| Pin 95 | RG4 — GPIO |
| Pin 96 | RG5 — GPIO |
| Pin 97 | RG6 — GPIO |
| Pin 98 | RG7 — GPIO |
| Pin 99 | RG8 — GPIO |
| Pin 100 | RG9 — GPIO |
| Pin 101 | RG10 — GPIO |
| Pin 102 | RG11 — GPIO |
| Pin 103 | RG12 — GPIO |
| Pin 104 | RG13 — GPIO |
| Pin 105 | RG14 — GPIO |
| Pin 106 | RG15 — GPIO |
| Pin 107 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 108 | RH0 — GPIO |
| Pin 109 | RH1 — GPIO |
| Pin 110 | RH2 — GPIO |
| Pin 111 | RH3 — GPIO |
| Pin 112 | RH4 — GPIO |
| Pin 113 | RH5 — GPIO |
| Pin 114 | RH6 — GPIO |
| Pin 115 | RH7 — GPIO |
| Pin 116 | RH8 — GPIO |
| Pin 117 | RH9 — GPIO |
| Pin 118 | RH10 — GPIO |
| Pin 119 | RH11 — GPIO |
| Pin 120 | RH12 — GPIO |
| Pin 121 | RH13 — GPIO |
| Pin 122 | RH14 — GPIO |
| Pin 123 | RH15 — GPIO |
| Pin 124 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 125 | RJ0 — GPIO |
| Pin 126 | RJ1 — GPIO |
| Pin 127 | RJ2 — GPIO |
| Pin 128 | RJ3 — GPIO |
| Pin 129 | RJ4 — GPIO |
| Pin 130 | RJ5 — GPIO |
| Pin 131 | RJ6 — GPIO |
| Pin 132 | RJ7 — GPIO |
| Pin 133 | RJ8 — GPIO |
| Pin 134 | RJ9 — GPIO |
| Pin 135 | RJ10 — GPIO |
| Pin 136 | RJ11 — GPIO |
| Pin 137 | RJ12 — GPIO |
| Pin 138 | RJ13 — GPIO |
| Pin 139 | RJ14 — GPIO |
| Pin 140 | RJ15 — GPIO |
| Pin 141 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 142 | RK0 — GPIO |
| Pin 143 | RK1 — GPIO |
| Pin 144 | RK2 — GPIO |
| Pin 145 | RK3 — GPIO |
| Pin 146 | RK4 — GPIO |
| Pin 147 | RK5 — GPIO |
| Pin 148 | RK6 — GPIO |
| Pin 149 | RK7 — GPIO |
| Pin 150 | RK8 — GPIO |
| Pin 151 | RK9 — GPIO |
| Pin 152 | RK10 — GPIO |
| Pin 153 | RK11 — GPIO |
| Pin 154 | RK12 — GPIO |
| Pin 155 | RK13 — GPIO |
| Pin 156 | RK14 — GPIO |
| Pin 157 | RK15 — GPIO |
| Pin 158 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 159 | RL0 — GPIO |
| Pin 160 | RL1 — GPIO |
| Pin 161 | RL2 — GPIO |
| Pin 162 | RL3 — GPIO |
| Pin 163 | RL4 — GPIO |
| Pin 164 | RL5 — GPIO |
| Pin 165 | RL6 — GPIO |
| Pin 166 | RL7 — GPIO |
| Pin 167 | RL8 — GPIO |
| Pin 168 | RL9 — GPIO |
| Pin 169 | RL10 — GPIO |
| Pin 170 | RL11 — GPIO |
| Pin 171 | RL12 — GPIO |
| Pin 172 | RL13 — GPIO |
| Pin 173 | RL14 — GPIO |
| Pin 174 | RL15 — GPIO |
| Pin 175 | VSS — Ground |
| Pin 176 | VDD — Core logic supply |
Typical Applications
PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-V/2J is suitable for 7 applications: Industrial Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Panel, Medical Patient Monitor with TFT Display, Automotive Infotainment / Instrument Cluster Sub-Display, Point-of-Sale (POS) Terminal with Touch Display, Smart Home Control Hub with TFT Touchscreen, Industrial Test and Measurement Instrument, Ruggedized Field Data Logger with TFT.
Industrial Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Panel
The PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-V/2J's integrated TFT LCD graphics controller and 2D GPU make it ideal for industrial HMI panels driving WVGA-resolution displays. The 200 MHz MIPS32 microAptiv core delivers 312 DMIPS, sufficient to refresh full-color TFT screens at 60 Hz while managing Modbus/TCP and CAN communications. The integrated DDR2 controller supports up to 128 MB external frame-buffer memory, eliminating the need for a standalone memory controller ASIC and reducing BOM cost. V-temp operation up to +105C ensures reliability in factory-floor enclosures with elevated ambient temperatures.
Recommended
Medical Patient Monitor with TFT Display
Medical patient monitors require high-resolution color TFTs for waveform display, numerical vital signs, and trend graphs. The PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-V/2J's 2D graphics engine accelerates block transfers and alpha-blended overlays, ensuring smooth 60 Hz screen refresh even when rendering multiple ECG, SpO2, and respiration waveforms. The 12-bit 18 MSPS ADC with 45 analog inputs captures bioelectric signals from multiple sensors simultaneously. Hi-Speed USB 2.0 enables fast data export to USB drives for clinician review.
Recommended
Automotive Infotainment / Instrument Cluster Sub-Display
Although not AEC-Q100 qualified, the PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-V/2J's V-temp rating and integrated graphics controller suit secondary automotive cluster displays in non-safety-critical roles such as HVAC controls and rear-seat entertainment sub-panels. The 2D GPU renders automotive-grade UI elements efficiently while two CAN 2.0b interfaces connect to body-control networks. The 176-LQFP package is automotive-assembly-friendly with through-hole-compatible solder joints for harsh-vibration environments.
Recommended
Point-of-Sale (POS) Terminal with Touch Display
POS terminals integrate capacitive touchscreens, barcode scanners, receipt printers, and payment peripherals in a single embedded platform. The PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-V/2J's Hi-Speed USB 2.0 host port supports barcode scanners and external printers while the integrated graphics controller drives the main customer-facing TFT LCD. The 200 MHz performance and 1 MB Flash accommodate encrypted payment processing stacks, and V-temp operation suits semi-outdoor retail kiosk deployments.
Recommended
Smart Home Control Hub with TFT Touchscreen
Smart-home hubs aggregate Zigbee, Z-Wave, Wi-Fi, and BLE devices while presenting a rich graphical touchscreen UI to the homeowner. The PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-V/2J's integrated TFT controller drives the central touch panel, its Ethernet MAC connects to the home router for cloud services, and its 200 MHz MIPS32 core runs GUI frameworks such as Microchip's MPLAB Harmony. DDR2 external memory stores larger graphics assets and frame buffers.
Recommended
Industrial Test and Measurement Instrument
Bench-top test instruments require a high-resolution display to show waveforms, FFT plots, and digital readouts. The PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-V/2J's 12-bit 18 MSPS ADC samples waveforms at sufficient rates for audio-bandwidth analysis, while the integrated graphics controller renders oscilloscope-like UI screens. The two CAN modules interface with industrial test buses (CANopen, DeviceNet) and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 enables fast data export to PCs. V-temp operation supports laboratory and field-test environments.
Recommended
Ruggedized Field Data Logger with TFT
Field data loggers for oil/gas, agriculture, and environmental monitoring need a sunlight-readable TFT display and wide-temperature operation. The PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-V/2J's V-temp rating (-40C to +105C) and integrated graphics controller suit ruggedized handheld instruments, while the 12-bit ADC with 45 inputs samples multiple sensor channels simultaneously. The DDR2 controller supports large local storage buffers before cloud upload via Ethernet or USB.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-V/2J — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-I/2J | PIC32MZ1025DAB176T-I/2J | PIC32MZ1025DAS176-V/2J | PIC32MZ1025DAK169-I/HF | PIC32MZ1025DAB169-I/HF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 176-LQFP (20x20) | 176-LQFP (20x20) | 176-LQFP (20x20) | 176-LQFP (20x20) | 169-LFBGA (HF) - different package | 169-LFBGA (HF) - different package |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +105C (V-temp) | -40C to +85C (I-temp) | -40C to +85C (I-temp) | -40C to +105C (V-temp) | -40C to +85C (I-temp) | -40C to +85C (I-temp) |
| Core Frequency | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 1 MB | 1 MB | 1 MB | 1 MB | 1 MB | 1 MB |
| Graphics Controller | Yes (integrated) | Yes (integrated) | Yes (integrated) | Yes (integrated) | Yes (integrated) | Yes (integrated) |
| DDR2 Controller | Yes (up to 128 MB external) | Yes (up to 128 MB external) | Yes (up to 128 MB external) | Yes (up to 128 MB external) | Yes (up to 128 MB external) | Yes (up to 128 MB external) |
| Silicon Revision | K (DAK family) | K (DAK family) | B (DAB family) | S (DAS family) | K (DAK family) | B (DAB family) |
Key Differentiators
- Higher temperature rating vs I-temp alternative (vs PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-I/2J)
- Same die as I-temp part - zero firmware changes when substituting (vs PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-I/2J)
- Mature silicon revision (K) versus newer B revision alternatives (vs PIC32MZ1025DAB176T-I/2J)
Design Notes
Estimated: at full 200 MHz operation with peripherals enabled, the PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-V/2J dissipates approximately 1.5-2.0 W. The 176-LQFP package has a typical theta_JA of ~30 C/W, yielding a junction temperature rise of 45-60C above ambient. For V-temp operation at +105C ambient, ensure PCB thermal copper (at least 25 sq cm of inner/outer ground plane connected to the thermal pad via vias) keeps junction below +125C. A small clip-on heatsink is recommended for enclosed HMI enclosures without airflow.
DDR2 signal routing must follow JEDEC JESD79-2E trace-length matching: DQ-DQS within +/-25 mils, byte-lane within +/-50 mils, clock to data within +/-100 mils. Route DDR2 signals on inner layers with reference ground planes both above and below; use 50 ohm controlled impedance (single-ended) and 100 ohm differential for clocks. Place 0.1 uF + 10 uF decoupling capacitors within 100 mil of each VDD pin, and a 4.7 uF bulk capacitor near the DDR2 supply pins.
Do not confuse the K (DAK), B (DAB), and S (DAS) silicon revisions - they have different errata sheets despite sharing the same datasheet family document. The DDR2 controller requires specific PLL configuration before DDR2 initialization or the controller will lock up. V-temp parts (this MPN) must be derated above +85C ambient - consult the PIC32MZ DA datasheet thermal derating curves. Always run MPLAB Harmony Configurator for proper clock tree and peripheral initialization.
Separate analog and digital ground planes; the PIC32MZ1025DAK176T-V/2J has dedicated AVSS pins that should connect to a single-point ground tie. The TFT LCD data bus (typically 24-bit RGB) should be routed with matched trace lengths to avoid color-channel skew on the display. Hi-Speed USB DP/DM traces require 90 ohm differential impedance and max 4 inches length with no stubs.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per Microchip product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - the standard PIC32MZ DA family is targeted at industrial, not automotive safety-critical, applications. Lead-free (Pb-free) reflow profile per JEDEC J-STD-020.