PIC32MZ2025DAB176T-I/2J - 200MHz 32-Bit MCU, 2MB Flash, 176-LQFP
MPN: PIC32MZ2025DAB176T-I/2J ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18.5 | $18.50 |
| 10 | $16.85 | $168.50 |
| 100 | $15.1 | $1,510.00 |
| 500 | $13.75 | $6,875.00 |
| 1,000 | $12.4 | $12,400.00 |
PIC32MZ2025DAB176T-I/2J Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer containing a CPU core, volatile and non-volatile memory, and a rich set of programmable peripherals. PIC32MZ DA devices extend the classic MCU architecture toward MPU-class multimedia applications by integrating DDR2 memory control, parallel graphics output, and hardware accelerated drawing primitives. Within the broader semiconductor hierarchy, this places the part as: microcontroller -> 32-bit MCU -> MIPS-based MCU -> graphics-enabled MCU -> embedded system-on-chip.
Key features include a 12-bit 18 MSPS ADC with up to 45 analog inputs, dual CAN 2.0b interfaces, Hi-Speed USB 2.0 (480 Mbps) with on-chip PHY, 10/100 Ethernet MAC, and HSPI/QSPI for high-throughput peripherals. The integrated graphics pipeline supports TFT panels directly, eliminating external LCD controller cost. A wide operating voltage range of 2.6 V to 3.6 V simplifies battery-powered designs.
Typical applications span industrial HMI panels, point-of-sale terminals, smart appliances with graphical displays, medical instrumentation readouts, automotive infotainment (non-safety), and IoT gateways with local rendering. The 200 MHz core with hardware multiply/divide and DSP extensions enables smooth LVGL/Micrium GUI rendering at typical WVGA resolutions.
Designers should plan for an external DDR2 SDRAM, follow Microchip application note guidance for DDR2 trace length matching, and provide bulk decoupling near the 1.2 V core regulator pin. The exposed thermal pad must be soldered to a sufficient copper pour for thermal dissipation.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MZ2025DAB176T-I/2J Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 microAptiv |
| Core Bit Width | 32-bit |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 200 MHz |
| Program Flash Memory | 2 MB (2M x 8) |
| SRAM | 640 KB |
| External Memory Interface | DDR2 DRAM controller (up to 32 MB on-chip mapped / 128 MB addressable) |
| Graphics Controller | Integrated, with dedicated Graphics Processor |
| ADC | 12-bit, 18 MSPS, up to 45 analog inputs |
| CAN | 2 x CAN 2.0b |
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 with on-chip PHY |
| Ethernet | 10/100 MAC (RMII/MII) |
| Operating Voltage | 2.6 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (industrial) |
| Package | 176-LQFP (20x20 mm) with exposed pad |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| MSL Level | 3 |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC32MZ2025DAB176T-I/2J Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RF0 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 2 | RF1 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 3 | VDD — I/O supply voltage |
| Pin 4 | RF3 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 5 | RF4 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 6 | RF5 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 7 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 8 | RF6 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 9 | RF7 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 10 | RG0 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 11 | RG1 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 12 | VDD — I/O supply voltage |
| Pin 13 | RG2 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 14 | RG3 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 15 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 16 | RG6 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 17 | RG7 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 18 | RG8 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 19 | RG9 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 20 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 21 | RA0 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 22 | RA1 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 23 | RA2 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 24 | RA3 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 25 | RA4 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 26 | RA5 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 27 | RA6 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 28 | RA7 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 29 | RA9 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 30 | RA10 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 31 | VDD — I/O supply voltage |
| Pin 32 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 33 | RB0 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 34 | RB1 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 35 | RB2 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 36 | RB3 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 37 | RB4 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 38 | RB5 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 39 | RB6 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 40 | RB7 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 41 | RB8 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 42 | RB9 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 43 | RB10 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 44 | RB11 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 45 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 46 | RB12 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 47 | RB13 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 48 | RB14 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 49 | RB15 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 50 | VDD — I/O supply voltage |
| Pin 51 | RC0 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 52 | RC1 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 53 | RC2 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 54 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 55 | RC3 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 56 | RC4 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 57 | RC5 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 58 | RC6 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 59 | RC7 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 60 | RC8 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 61 | RC9 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 62 | VDD — I/O supply voltage |
| Pin 63 | RC10 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 64 | RC11 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 65 | RC12 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 66 | RC13 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 67 | RC14 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 68 | RC15 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 69 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 70 | RD0 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 71 | RD1 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 72 | RD2 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 73 | RD3 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 74 | RD4 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 75 | RD5 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 76 | RD6 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 77 | RD7 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 78 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 79 | RD8 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 80 | RD9 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 81 | RD10 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 82 | RD11 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 83 | VDD — I/O supply voltage |
| Pin 84 | RD12 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 85 | RD13 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 86 | RD14 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 87 | RD15 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 88 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 89 | RE0 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 90 | RE1 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 91 | RE2 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 92 | RE3 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 93 | RE4 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 94 | RE5 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 95 | RE6 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 96 | RE7 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 97 | VDD — I/O supply voltage |
| Pin 98 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 99 | RK0 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 100 | RK1 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 101 | RK2 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 102 | RK3 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 103 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 104 | RK4 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 105 | RK5 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 106 | RK6 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 107 | RK7 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 108 | VDD — I/O supply voltage |
| Pin 109 | RH0 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 110 | RH1 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 111 | RH2 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 112 | RH3 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 113 | RH4 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 114 | RH5 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 115 | RH6 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 116 | RH7 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 117 | RH8 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 118 | RH9 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 119 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 120 | RH10 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 121 | RH11 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 122 | RH12 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 123 | RH13 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 124 | RH14 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 125 | RH15 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 126 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 127 | RJ0 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 128 | RJ1 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 129 | RJ2 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 130 | RJ3 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 131 | VDD — I/O supply voltage |
| Pin 132 | RJ4 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 133 | RJ5 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 134 | RJ6 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 135 | RJ7 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 136 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 137 | RJ8 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 138 | RJ9 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 139 | RJ10 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 140 | RJ11 — General purpose I/O pin |
| Pin 141 | VDD — I/O supply voltage |
| Pin 142 | OSC1 — External oscillator input |
| Pin 143 | OSC2 — External oscillator output |
| Pin 144 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 145 | SOSC1 — Secondary oscillator input |
| Pin 146 | SOSC2 — Secondary oscillator output |
| Pin 147 | VDD — I/O supply voltage |
| Pin 148 | MCLR — Master clear reset input |
| Pin 149 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 150 | AVDD — Analog supply voltage |
| Pin 151 | AVSS — Analog ground reference |
| Pin 152 | AN0 — Analog input 0 |
| Pin 153 | AN1 — Analog input 1 |
| Pin 154 | AN2 — Analog input 2 |
| Pin 155 | AN3 — Analog input 3 |
| Pin 156 | AN4 — Analog input 4 |
| Pin 157 | AN5 — Analog input 5 |
| Pin 158 | AN6 — Analog input 6 |
| Pin 159 | AN7 — Analog input 7 |
| Pin 160 | AN8 — Analog input 8 |
| Pin 161 | AN9 — Analog input 9 |
| Pin 162 | AN10 — Analog input 10 |
| Pin 163 | AN11 — Analog input 11 |
| Pin 164 | AN12 — Analog input 12 |
| Pin 165 | AN13 — Analog input 13 |
| Pin 166 | AN14 — Analog input 14 |
| Pin 167 | AN15 — Analog input 15 |
| Pin 168 | AVDD — Analog supply voltage |
| Pin 169 | AVSS — Analog ground reference |
| Pin 170 | D+ — USB D+ data line |
| Pin 171 | D- — USB D- data line |
| Pin 172 | VUSB3V3 — USB 3.3V supply |
| Pin 173 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 174 | TCK — JTAG test clock |
| Pin 175 | TMS — JTAG test mode select |
| Pin 176 | EP — Exposed thermal pad (must be soldered) |
Typical Applications
PIC32MZ2025DAB176T-I/2J is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial HMI Panel Graphic Interface, Point-of-Sale Terminal with TFT Display, Smart Appliance with Touch Display, Medical Instrumentation Readout, Automotive Infotainment (Non-Safety), IoT Gateway with Local Rendering.
Industrial HMI Panel Graphic Interface
The PIC32MZ2025DAB176T-I/2J is ideally suited for industrial HMI panels requiring TFT LCD driving at QVGA to WVGA resolutions. The integrated Graphics Controller plus dedicated Graphics Processor at 200 MHz provides smooth LVGL/Micrium rendering without external LCD controllers, while the 12-bit 18 MSPS ADC with up to 45 analog inputs supports touch-screen sensing and front-panel analog channels. The 640 KB on-chip SRAM plus DDR2 expansion handles framebuffers up to WVGA. Per the Microchip PIC32MZ DA family datasheet, the parallel RGB interface supports 24-bit color depth. Engineers should follow the application note guidance for RGB trace length matching.
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Point-of-Sale Terminal with TFT Display
Point-of-sale terminals benefit from the PIC32MZ2025DAB176T-I/2J's combination of integrated graphics, dual CAN 2.0b for peripheral networks, Hi-Speed USB 2.0 with on-chip PHY for barcode scanner/printer connectivity, and 10/100 Ethernet MAC for back-office sync. According to the Microchip PIC32MZ DA datasheet, the 200 MHz MIPS32 microAptiv core runs GUI stacks with hardware multiply/divide and DSP extensions. The 2 MB Flash accommodates encrypted transaction firmware plus bitmap UI assets, while 640 KB SRAM supports temporary buffers. Power budget is comfortable on 3.3 V at typical LVDS display loads.
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Smart Appliance with Touch Display
Smart appliances like ovens, washing machines, and HVAC controllers leverage the PIC32MZ2025DAB176T-I/2J for its TFT-driving capability and rich peripheral mix on a single chip. The 12-bit ADC with 18 MSPS speed reads multiple analog sensors (temperature, humidity, current) while the integrated Graphics Processor accelerates animated menu transitions. Per the Microchip family datasheet, operating from -40C to +85C supports kitchen and utility-room deployment. The 176-LQFP package with exposed pad provides a thermally robust mounting solution behind sealed touch panels.
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Medical Instrumentation Readout
Medical instrument readouts (non-life-support) such as patient monitors, infusion pump interfaces, and laboratory analyzers use the PIC32MZ2025DAB176T-I/2J for its high-resolution ADC, USB/Ethernet data offload, and clear TFT rendering of measurement data. The 12-bit 18 MSPS ADC with up to 45 channels captures sensor signals without external analog front-ends. According to the PIC32MZ DA datasheet, dual CAN 2.0b supports bedside network connectivity, while the 2 MB Flash stores calibration tables and audit logs. Industrial-grade -40C to +85C range supports clinical environments.
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Automotive Infotainment (Non-Safety)
Non-safety automotive infotainment head units and rear-seat entertainment displays use the PIC32MZ2025DAB176T-I/2J for MPU-class graphics on a single MCU. The integrated Graphics Controller plus DDR2 controller renders high-resolution infotainment UIs while CAN 2.0b interfaces to vehicle networks. Per Microchip's PIC32MZ DA family documentation, dual Hi-Speed USB 2.0 with on-chip PHY supports media playback from USB storage. Note: the -I suffix indicates industrial-grade (-40C to +85C), so for under-hood or safety applications an AEC-Q100 qualified MCU is required.
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IoT Gateway with Local Rendering
Industrial IoT gateways with local display rendering use the PIC32MZ2025DAB176T-I/2J as an edge-compute node. The 200 MHz MIPS32 core handles MQTT/CoAP protocol stacks, the Ethernet MAC uplinks to the cloud, and the integrated Graphics Processor renders a local TFT for status and diagnostics. According to the PIC32MZ DA family datasheet, the 2 MB Flash accommodates full TLS stacks plus firmware update image, and the DDR2 interface extends storage for logs. USB 2.0 Hi-Speed supports local configuration from a USB stick.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MZ2025DAB176T-I/2J — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MZ2025DAA176T-I/2J | PIC32MZ1025DAB176T-I/2J | PIC32MZ1064DAB176-I/2J | PIC32MZ1064DAG176T-I/2J |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 176-LQFP (20x20) | 176-LQFP (20x20) - same | 176-LQFP (20x20) - same | 176-LQFP (20x20) - same | 176-LQFP (20x20) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Core | MIPS32 microAptiv @ 200 MHz | MIPS32 microAptiv @ 200 MHz | MIPS32 microAptiv @ 200 MHz | MIPS32 microAptiv @ 200 MHz | MIPS32 microAptiv @ 200 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 2 MB | 2 MB | 1 MB (-50%) | 2 MB | 2 MB |
| SRAM | 640 KB | 640 KB | 640 KB | 640 KB | 640 KB |
| DDR2 Controller | Yes (B variant) | Yes (A variant, different feature mix) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Graphics Controller | Yes (integrated) | Yes (A-tier) | Yes | Yes (extended) | Yes (G-tier) |
| USB 2.0 Hi-Speed with PHY | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| CAN 2.0b | 2 channels | 2 channels | 2 channels | 2 channels | 2 channels |
| ADC | 12-bit, 18 MSPS, up to 45 channels | 12-bit, 18 MSPS, up to 45 channels | 12-bit, 18 MSPS, up to 45 channels | 12-bit, 18 MSPS, up to 45 channels | 12-bit, 18 MSPS, up to 45 channels |
Key Differentiators
- Highest Flash in same-package PIC32MZ DA family at 2 MB (vs PIC32MZ1025DAB176T-I/2J)
- Enhanced B-tier graphics feature set over A-tier variant (vs PIC32MZ2025DAA176T-I/2J)
- Integrated DDR2 controller up to 128 MB external (vs PIC32MZ1024EFM144-I/PL)
Design Notes
Estimated: at 200 MHz operation with 3.3 V VDD, the PIC32MZ2025DAB176T-I/2J core draws approximately 60-80 mA. Designers should provide bulk decoupling of at least 10 uF ceramic near the VDD pins, plus 100 nF at every VDD/VSS pair. The exposed thermal pad (EP) on the 176-LQFP must be soldered to a continuous ground plane to meet thermal specifications. Per the Microchip PIC32MZ DA family datasheet, the 1.2 V core voltage is generated internally by the on-chip LDO regulator - do not load the internal regulator beyond the data sheet figures.
Per the Microchip PIC32MZ DA family datasheet, the DDR2 SDRAM interface requires strict trace length matching between clock, address/command, and data groups. Use microstrip routing with controlled impedance (typically 50 ohms single-ended, 100 ohms differential for DQS). Place the DDR2 SDRAM within 1 cm of the MCU on the same PCB layer to minimize reflections. Series termination resistors on clock lines may be required depending on signal integrity simulation.
Common pitfalls with the PIC32MZ2025DAB176T-I/2J include: (1) omitting the exposed thermal pad solder connection, which causes thermal runaway at high CPU utilization; (2) failing to configure the internal PLL correctly before raising the system clock to 200 MHz; (3) overlooking the requirement for a 32.768 kHz secondary oscillator for accurate RTC operation; (4) not enabling the JTAG/SWD pull-ups on TMS/TCK during reset, leading to programming failures. Always refer to the PIC32MZ DA family datasheet for clock and pin configuration defaults.
The Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interface requires careful PCB layout with 90-ohm differential impedance on the D+/D- lines. Per USB 2.0 specification, the maximum trace length matching tolerance between D+ and D- is 150 mil. Place the VUSB3V3 decoupling capacitor (typically 1 uF) within 2 mm of the VUSB3V3 pin. If using a USB connector with shield, ensure the shield ground connection is bonded to chassis ground at one point only to avoid ground loops.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per Microchip product page. Industrial-grade temperature range (-40C to +85C) only; not AEC-Q100 qualified for automotive safety. For automotive safety applications, an AEC-Q100 qualified PIC32 must be used instead.