PIC32MZ2025DAR176-V/2J - 200MHz MCU, 2MB Flash, 176-LQFP | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MZ2025DAR176-V/2J ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $13.62 | $13.62 |
| 10 | $12.27 | $122.70 |
| 100 | $10.85 | $1,085.00 |
| 500 | $9.65 | $4,825.00 |
| 1,000 | $9.56 | $9,560.00 |
PIC32MZ2025DAR176-V/2J Overview
A 32-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip processor that integrates a CPU core, program and data memory, and programmable peripherals onto one silicon die. The PIC32MZ family positions these devices between classical 8/16-bit MCUs and application processors, delivering MHz-class throughput, large memory, and rich peripherals while remaining programmable in C with a deterministic interrupt model. The DAR suffix indicates a 2 MB Flash, 176-pin Graphics variant, and the -V suffix denotes the V-temp (-40C to +105C) operating range suitable for industrial and harsh-environment GUI designs.
Key differentiating features of this part include on-chip stacked DDR2 DRAM (eliminating an external SDRAM), a dedicated 2D Graphics Processing Unit and parallel display controller driving TFT panels without an external graphics chip, and an HS USB 2.0 PHY plus 2 CAN 2.0b controllers for industrial networking. The 176-LQFP footprint gives generous I/O for parallel RGB displays, touch controllers, and external sensors.
Architecturally, the PIC32MZ DA family uses a MIPS32 microAptiv core with a 16 KB I-cache and 4 KB D-cache, prefetch buffers, and tightly-coupled peripherals including a 12-bit 18 MSPS successive-approximation ADC, SQI (Serial Quad Interface) for XIP flash, and an EBI for additional memory expansion. Hardware crypto, audio DAC interfaces, and a 10/100 Ethernet MAC with integrated PHY round out the connectivity set for embedded GUI nodes.
Typical applications include industrial HMI panels, home-automation touch controllers, medical instrument displays, point-of-sale terminals, automotive cluster prototypes, and low-cost MPU replacements in graphical embedded products. Engineers typically pair this MCU with a TFT LCD (RGB888), an external touch controller over I2C, and a NOR flash for asset storage via SQI.
Designers should allocate adequate PCB area for the 176-LQFP (20x20 mm) footprint, route DDR2 signals with matched lengths and 50 ohm controlled impedance, and provide bulk decoupling on every supply pin. The on-chip stacked DDR2 relaxes board complexity versus an external SDRAM design but still demands strict reference-voltage and VTT termination design.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, verified drop-in alternatives from the same PIC32MZ DA family, and practical design notes that go beyond what is in the manufacturer datasheet, including a same-package comparison with the DAB/DAA/DAR family members and routing guidance for the 176-LQFP DDR2 variant.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MZ2025DAR176-V/2J Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 microAptiv (PIC32MZ) |
| Core Frequency | 200 MHz |
| Program Flash | 2 MB (2M x 8) |
| SRAM | 640 KB |
| On-chip DRAM | Stacked DDR2, 32 MB (or 128 MB externally addressable) |
| Package | 176-LQFP (20x20 mm) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +105C (V-temp) |
| ADC | 12-bit, 18 MSPS, up to 45 analog inputs |
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 (on-chip PHY) |
| CAN | 2x CAN 2.0b |
| Graphics Controller | Integrated parallel RGB TFT controller + 2D GPU |
| Ethernet | 10/100 MAC with integrated PHY |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Cryptography | Hardware crypto engine (AES/SHA) |
| External Bus Interface | EBI + SQI (XIP flash) |
PIC32MZ2025DAR176-V/2J 176-lqfp (20x20 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for PIC32MZ2025DAR176-V/2J (176-lqfp (20x20 mm) 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 PIC32MZ2025DAR176-V/2J.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
PIC32MZ2025DAR176-V/2J is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial HMI Touch Panels, Home-Automation Control Displays, Medical Instrument Displays, Point-of-Sale (POS) Terminals, Automotive Cluster Prototypes, Embedded Graphical IoT Gateways.
Industrial HMI Touch Panels
The PIC32MZ2025DAR176-V/2J is well-matched for industrial HMI panels driving 4.3-inch to 7-inch WVGA TFT LCDs via its integrated parallel RGB888 controller and 2D GPU, which offload line-draw, blit, and color-fill operations from the 200 MHz CPU core. The 2 MB Flash holds GUI asset bundles (fonts, icons, multilingual strings) while the 640 KB SRAM and 32 MB on-chip DDR2 provide enough working memory for double-buffered framebuffers at WVGA resolution. The V-temp -40C to +105C rating and 2x CAN 2.0b controllers suit factory-floor equipment with panel-mount enclosures. Designers typically pair this MCU with a Microchip AT42QT touch controller over I2C and external SQI NOR flash for asset storage, while the on-chip HS USB 2.0 PHY supports firmware updates and PLC data logging.
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Home-Automation Control Displays
For wall-mount home-automation touch controllers, the PIC32MZ2025DAR176-V/2J combines a 200 MHz MIPS32 core, integrated TFT controller, and 10/100 Ethernet MAC with PHY to deliver responsive GUI performance with direct cloud connectivity without an external MCU. The 2 MB Flash supports rich GUI frameworks (lvgl/Microchip H3) plus OTA update staging, while 32 MB stacked DDR2 buffers complex animations. The on-chip HS USB 2.0 enables firmware update via USB stick during commissioning. The 176-LQFP package's 120+ GPIO accommodate multi-button keypads, Zigbee/Matter module UART, and backlight PWM control. Engineers typically add a Microchip WFI32 Wi-Fi coprocessor over UART for cloud connectivity.
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Medical Instrument Displays
The PIC32MZ2025DAR176-V/2J fits medical instrument displays such as infusion pumps, patient monitors, and point-of-care analyzers that require a sharp color TFT and reliable touch response at industrial temperature ranges. The integrated 12-bit 18 MSPS ADC with up to 45 analog inputs interfaces directly to sensor signal chains, while the 2D GPU renders waveforms and numeric overlays at 60 fps. The V-temp -40C to +105C rating covers IEC 60601-1 ambient test profiles. Hardware crypto and 10/100 Ethernet enable secure EHR data transfer. Designers typically pair this MCU with an external medical-grade isolated power supply and route the 176-LQFP DDR2 signals with strict length matching for signal integrity.
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Point-of-Sale (POS) Terminals
POS terminals require a graphical display, secure card-interface support, and rugged industrial temperature tolerance - all of which the PIC32MZ2025DAR176-V/2J delivers. The 200 MHz MIPS32 core runs GUI frameworks while hardware AES/SHA secures card-data flow. The integrated 10/100 Ethernet MAC with PHY links to back-office networks, while Hi-Speed USB 2.0 connects to external PIN pads or printers. The on-chip DDR2 (32 MB stacked) buffers receipt graphics and barcode scans. The 176-LQFP 20x20 mm package fits inside slim POS enclosures and exposes enough GPIO for keypad matrices, magnetic-stripe readers, and thermal-printer interfaces. V-temp -40C to +105C tolerates kitchen or outdoor retail installations.
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Automotive Cluster Prototypes
For pre-production automotive instrument cluster prototypes, the PIC32MZ2025DAR176-V/2J's V-temp -40C to +105C rating and 2x CAN 2.0b controllers handle vehicle-bus traffic while the integrated parallel RGB TFT controller drives the cluster's color LCD. Although the standard DAR is not AEC-Q100 qualified, the V-temp grade supports proof-of-concept builds and development fleets. The 200 MHz core runs cluster graphics (speedometer, tachometer, EV state) and the 32 MB on-chip DDR2 doubles as a framebuffer. Designers often pair this MCU with a CAN-FD transceiver and an automotive-grade OLED/LCD panel. For production automotive designs, choose a dedicated AEC-Q100-qualified PIC32MZ variant.
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Embedded Graphical IoT Gateways
The PIC32MZ2025DAR176-V/2J serves as the local GUI plus protocol-translation hub in industrial IoT gateways, where a small color TFT shows real-time sensor dashboards and the CPU runs MQTT/Modbus stacks. The integrated 10/100 Ethernet MAC with PHY and HS USB 2.0 PHY provide dual connectivity, while the 2 MB Flash holds web-server assets and TLS libraries. The 32 MB on-chip DDR2 buffers telemetry batches before upstream publish. The 176-LQFP package allows routing of the DDR2 bus plus TFT data lines plus CAN and Ethernet on a 4-layer PCB. Pair this MCU with a Microchip WFI32 Wi-Fi module or an external LTE modem over UART for cellular connectivity.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MZ2025DAR176-V/2J — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MZ2025DAR176T-V/2J | PIC32MZ2025DAK176-V/2J | PIC32MZ2025DAK176T-V/2J | PIC32MZ2025DAK176-I/2J | PIC32MZ2025DAG176-I/2J | PIC32MZ2025DAB176T-I/2J | PIC32MZ2025DAH176-I/2J |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 176-LQFP (20x20 mm) | 176-LQFP (20x20 mm) | 176-LQFP (20x20 mm) | 176-LQFP (20x20 mm) | 176-LQFP (20x20 mm) | 176-LQFP (20x20 mm) | 176-LQFP (20x20 mm) | 176-LQFP (20x20 mm) |
| Core Frequency | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +105C (V-temp) | -40C to +105C (V-temp) | -40C to +105C (V-temp) | -40C to +105C (V-temp) | -40C to +85C (I-temp) | -40C to +85C (I-temp) | -40C to +85C (I-temp) | -40C to +85C (I-temp) |
| Graphics Controller | Integrated RGB + 2D GPU | Integrated RGB + 2D GPU | Integrated RGB + 2D GPU | Integrated RGB + 2D GPU | Integrated RGB + 2D GPU | Reduced graphics feature set | Reduced graphics feature set | Extended graphics feature set |
Key Differentiators
- Higher operating temperature range (V-temp) (vs PIC32MZ2025DAK176-I/2J)
- Full PIC32MZ Graphics controller with stacked DDR2 (vs PIC32MZ2025DAB176T-I/2J)
- Same die as PIC32MZ2025DAR176T-V/2J (vs PIC32MZ2025DAR176T-V/2J)
Design Notes
The 176-LQFP (20x20 mm) package requires 0.5 mm pitch routing with 4-layer PCB. Route the DDR2 data and address signals as matched-length pairs (delta less than 50 mil) and keep reference voltages (VDD_DDR, VTT) on dedicated planes. Place 0.1 uF decoupling capacitors as close to every VDD pin as possible, plus 10 uF bulk caps on each power rail. The exposed-pad-style thermal pad (if present) must be soldered to a copper pour for heat spreading.
Estimated: at 200 MHz CPU clock, the parallel RGB TFT data bus toggles at speeds that benefit from series damping resistors (22-33 ohm) at the MCU outputs and a 50 ohm controlled-impedance trace on the TFT data lines. Route HS USB 2.0 differential pair (D+/D-) with 90 ohm differential impedance, no stubs, and length matching within 150 mil. The Ethernet MII/RMII traces must be length-matched within 50 mil to avoid timing violations.
Do not assume the V-temp DAR variant is AEC-Q100 qualified - it is not. For automotive cluster prototypes, use the DAR176-V/2J for development but verify AEC-Q100 status of the chosen variant before production. When migrating firmware between DAR, DAK, DAB, and DAG variants, double-check the graphics-controller register map because some family members ship with reduced feature sets. Always lock the DDR2 PLL configuration with the Microchip MHC code generator rather than hand-tuned register writes.
Estimated: the on-chip stacked DDR2 plus 200 MHz core plus active TFT controller can pull 200-300 mA during GUI-heavy workloads. Provide a switching DC-DC regulator with at least 600 mA headroom on the main 3.3 V rail and a dedicated LDO for the 1.8 V DDR2 supply. Use bulk decoupling on each power pin plus 100 nF ceramics. Power-rail sequencing should follow Microchip's PIC32MZ DA Hardware Reference Manual: 3.3 V must ramp before 1.8 V to prevent latch-up.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product documentation. V-temp grade supports industrial but is NOT AEC-Q100 qualified - choose dedicated automotive PIC32MZ variants for production automotive designs. Halogen-free status not explicitly listed in provided data.