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PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH - 200MHz 2MB Flash MCU | Microchip

Name: PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH - 200MHz 2MB Flash MCU | Microchip
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144-pin TQFP (PH suffix), 16x16 mm, 0.4 mm pitch Package 200 MHz Speed 2 MB (2M x 8) Memory

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Qty	Unit Price	Extended
1	$11.95	$11.95
10	$10.78	$107.80
100	$9.55	$955.00
500	$8.74	$4,370.00
1,000	$7.95	$7,950.00

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PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH Overview

The Microchip Technology PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH is a 32-bit MIPS32 microAptiv PIC32MZ microcontroller delivering up to 200 MHz CPU performance with 2 MB of Flash program memory and 512 KB of SRAM, housed in a 144-pin TQFP (16x16 mm) package with 0.4 mm terminal pitch. The device integrates an Ethernet MAC, USB 2.0 high-speed PHY/OTG, and a rich set of connectivity peripherals including multiple CAN, UART, SPI, and I2C interfaces.

An MCU (Microcontroller Unit) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, program memory (Flash), data memory (SRAM), and a wide range of peripherals on a single die. Within the semiconductor taxonomy, an MCU belongs to the broader category of embedded processors, which also includes microprocessors (MPUs) and DSPs. The PIC32MZ EF/EG/EC family specifically targets high-performance embedded applications requiring substantial code space, deterministic real-time response, and rich connectivity — sitting between lower-end PIC32MX parts and dedicated application processors. The 'EC' suffix denotes the Ethernet-enabled connectivity sub-family.

Key features of the PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH include 200 MHz/330 DMIPS core performance with a MIPS16e code-compression mode, hardware multiplier/divider, a 12-bit 18 MSPS ADC with up to 42 analog inputs, 8 channels of programmable DMA plus 12 dedicated DMA channels, Peripheral Pin Select (PPS) for flexible function remapping, and an integrated 10/100 Ethernet MAC with MII/RMII interfaces. The part supports an industrial temperature range of -40 C to +85 C.

Architecturally, the PIC32MZ2048ECG144 uses a 5-stage pipelined MIPS32 microAptiv M-class core with single-cycle hardware multiply and a tightly-coupled prefetch cache, allowing many instructions to execute in a single clock cycle. Its multi-vector interrupt controller, configurable priority levels, and hardware DMA offload reduce CPU overhead, making the device well-suited for deterministic real-time tasks running alongside Ethernet, USB, and graphics stacks.

Typical applications include industrial Ethernet gateways and Modbus/TCP nodes, USB-hosted HMI panels, IoT edge controllers with TLS-secure cloud connectivity, motor-control front-ends, and multi-protocol bridge devices. The wide operating temperature range also supports factory-floor and outdoor equipment.

When designing with this part, note that the 144-pin TQFP has a fine 0.4 mm pitch, requiring reflow-capable PCB processes; the PPS feature lets engineers remap most digital peripherals onto alternate pins, but each remap must be configured before the corresponding peripheral is enabled. Always reference the device-specific data sheet for supply, decoupling, and trace-layout requirements.

This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in pin-compatible variants, and practical design guidance not found in the manufacturer datasheet alone.

Drop-in alternatives for PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.

Variants in this series

Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Core Architecture, Package, ADC, DMA Channels, USB.

PIC32MZ1024ECG144T-I/PH

Microchip Technology

Core Architecture: MIPS32 microAptiv (PIC32)

Package: 144-pin TQFP (16x16 mm, 0.4 mm pitch)

ADC: 12-bit, up to 18 MSPS

PIC32MZ1024EFG144T-I/PH

Microchip Technology

Core Architecture: MIPS32 M-Class (Warrior M-class)

Package: 144-pin TQFP (16x16 mm, 0.4 mm pitch, PH suffix)

ADC: 12-bit, up to 500 ksps

PIC32MZ2048ECG144-I/PH

Microchip Technology

Core Architecture: MIPS32 microAptiv M-Class (PIC32MZ EC)

Package: 144-pin TQFP (16x16 mm, 0.4 mm pitch)

DMA Channels: 32

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📦 144-TQFP (16x16 mm)

MIPS32 microAptiv M-Class (PIC32MZ EC) · 32-bit RISC, single-core with FPU · 200 MHz · 2 MB (2M x 8) · 512 KB · 1.8V to 3.6V (typical 3.3V) · -40C to +85C (Industrial) · 144-pin TQFP (16x16 mm, 0.4 mm pitch)

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PIC32MZ1024ECG144T-I/PH

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📦 144-TQFP (16x16 mm)

MIPS32 microAptiv (PIC32) · 32-Bit Single-Core · 200 MHz · 1 MB (1M x 8) · 512 KB · 120 · 2.3 V to 3.6 V (3.3 V typical) · 1.8 V typical (internal LDO)

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PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-I/PH

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📦 144-TQFP (16x16 mm)

Same 144-TQFP PH footprint; EF family has FPU and hardware crypto accelerators, runs up to 252 MHz vs 200 MHz; identical 2MB Flash/512KB SRAM

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PIC32MZ1024EFG144T-I/PH

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📦 144-TQFP (16x16 mm)

MIPS32 M-Class (Warrior M-class) · 200 MHz (330 DMIPS) · IEEE 754 single-precision hardware FPU · 4x 64-bit accumulators, single-cycle MAC, fractional/saturating math · 1 MB (1M x 8), dual-panel · 512 KB · 3.3 V (2.1 V to 3.6 V operating range) · -40C to +85C (Industrial, I suffix)

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PIC32MZ2048EFH144T-I/PH

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📦 144-TQFP (16x16 mm)

Same 144-TQFP PH footprint; EF family with FPU, crypto, and 252 MHz core; identical 2MB Flash/512KB SRAM; pin-compatible

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PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics

Core Architecture	MIPS32 microAptiv (M-class) 32-bit RISC
CPU Clock Speed	200 MHz
DMIPS Performance	330 DMIPS
Flash Program Memory	2 MB (2M x 8)
SRAM Data Memory	512 KB
Ethernet MAC	10/100 Mbps with MII/RMII
USB	USB 2.0 High-Speed OTG with on-chip PHY
ADC	12-bit, 18 MSPS, up to 42 analog inputs
DMA Channels	8 programmable + 12 dedicated channels
Peripheral Pin Select	Yes (PPS remap)
Package	144-pin TQFP (PH suffix), 16x16 mm, 0.4 mm pitch
Operating Temperature	-40 C to +85 C (industrial)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
RoHS Status	Compliant
Lead-Free	Yes

PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH Pin Configuration

Pin 1	RF0 — General purpose I/O / PPS remappable
Pin 2	RF1 — General purpose I/O / PPS remappable
Pin 3	VDD — Core supply voltage
Pin 4	AVDD — Analog supply voltage
Pin 5	AVSS — Analog ground reference
Pin 6	VSS — Core ground reference
Pin 7	OSC1 — Crystal oscillator input
Pin 8	OSC2 — Crystal oscillator output
Pin 9	SOSC1 — Secondary oscillator (32.768 kHz) input
Pin 10	SOSC2 — Secondary oscillator output
Pin 11	VDD — Core supply voltage
Pin 12	VSS — Core ground reference
Pin 13	RB0 — General purpose I/O / PGED1 programming
Pin 14	RB1 — General purpose I/O / PGEC1 programming
Pin 15	RB2 — General purpose I/O
Pin 16	RB3 — General purpose I/O
Pin 17	RB4 — General purpose I/O
Pin 18	RB5 — General purpose I/O
Pin 19	RB6 — General purpose I/O
Pin 20	RB7 — General purpose I/O
Pin 21	RB8 — General purpose I/O
Pin 22	RB9 — General purpose I/O
Pin 23	RB10 — General purpose I/O
Pin 24	RB11 — General purpose I/O
Pin 25	RB12 — General purpose I/O
Pin 26	RB13 — General purpose I/O
Pin 27	RB14 — General purpose I/O
Pin 28	RB15 — General purpose I/O
Pin 29	RD0 — General purpose I/O
Pin 30	RD1 — General purpose I/O
Pin 31	RD2 — General purpose I/O
Pin 32	RD3 — General purpose I/O
Pin 33	RD4 — General purpose I/O
Pin 34	RD5 — General purpose I/O
Pin 35	RD6 — General purpose I/O
Pin 36	RD7 — General purpose I/O
Pin 37	RD8 — General purpose I/O
Pin 38	RD9 — General purpose I/O
Pin 39	RD10 — General purpose I/O
Pin 40	RD11 — General purpose I/O
Pin 41	RD12 — General purpose I/O
Pin 42	RD13 — General purpose I/O
Pin 43	RD14 — General purpose I/O
Pin 44	RD15 — General purpose I/O
Pin 45	VSS — Core ground reference
Pin 46	VDD — Core supply voltage
Pin 47	RC0 — General purpose I/O
Pin 48	RC1 — General purpose I/O
Pin 49	RC2 — General purpose I/O
Pin 50	RC3 — General purpose I/O
Pin 51	RC4 — General purpose I/O
Pin 52	RC5 — General purpose I/O
Pin 53	RC6 — General purpose I/O
Pin 54	RC7 — General purpose I/O
Pin 55	RC8 — General purpose I/O
Pin 56	RC9 — General purpose I/O
Pin 57	RC10 — General purpose I/O
Pin 58	RC11 — General purpose I/O
Pin 59	RC12 — General purpose I/O
Pin 60	RC13 — General purpose I/O
Pin 61	RC14 — General purpose I/O
Pin 62	RC15 — General purpose I/O
Pin 63	VSS — Core ground reference
Pin 64	VDD — Core supply voltage
Pin 65	RA0 — General purpose I/O
Pin 66	RA1 — General purpose I/O
Pin 67	RA2 — General purpose I/O
Pin 68	RA3 — General purpose I/O
Pin 69	RA4 — General purpose I/O
Pin 70	RA5 — General purpose I/O
Pin 71	RA6 — General purpose I/O
Pin 72	RA7 — General purpose I/O
Pin 73	RA8 — General purpose I/O
Pin 74	RA9 — General purpose I/O
Pin 75	RA10 — General purpose I/O
Pin 76	RA11 — General purpose I/O
Pin 77	RA12 — General purpose I/O
Pin 78	RA13 — General purpose I/O
Pin 79	RA14 — General purpose I/O
Pin 80	RA15 — General purpose I/O
Pin 81	VSS — Core ground reference
Pin 82	VDD — Core supply voltage
Pin 83	RE0 — General purpose I/O
Pin 84	RE1 — General purpose I/O
Pin 85	RE2 — General purpose I/O
Pin 86	RE3 — General purpose I/O
Pin 87	RE4 — General purpose I/O
Pin 88	RE5 — General purpose I/O
Pin 89	RE6 — General purpose I/O
Pin 90	RE7 — General purpose I/O
Pin 91	RG0 — General purpose I/O
Pin 92	RG1 — General purpose I/O
Pin 93	RG2 — General purpose I/O
Pin 94	RG3 — General purpose I/O
Pin 95	RG4 — General purpose I/O
Pin 96	RG5 — General purpose I/O
Pin 97	RG6 — General purpose I/O
Pin 98	RG7 — General purpose I/O
Pin 99	RG8 — General purpose I/O
Pin 100	RG9 — General purpose I/O
Pin 101	MCLR — Master clear reset (active-low)
Pin 102	VSS — Core ground reference
Pin 103	VDD — Core supply voltage
Pin 104	RF2 — General purpose I/O
Pin 105	RF3 — General purpose I/O / USB D-
Pin 106	RF4 — General purpose I/O / USB D+
Pin 107	RF5 — General purpose I/O
Pin 108	RF6 — General purpose I/O / EREF_CLK
Pin 109	RF7 — General purpose I/O
Pin 110	RF8 — General purpose I/O
Pin 111	RF9 — General purpose I/O
Pin 112	RF10 — General purpose I/O
Pin 113	RF11 — General purpose I/O
Pin 114	RF12 — General purpose I/O / ETH_LED
Pin 115	RF13 — General purpose I/O / ETH_LED
Pin 116	VSS — Core ground reference
Pin 117	VDD — Core supply voltage
Pin 118	RH0 — General purpose I/O
Pin 119	RH1 — General purpose I/O
Pin 120	RH2 — General purpose I/O
Pin 121	RH3 — General purpose I/O
Pin 122	RH4 — General purpose I/O
Pin 123	RH5 — General purpose I/O
Pin 124	RH6 — General purpose I/O
Pin 125	RH7 — General purpose I/O
Pin 126	RH8 — General purpose I/O
Pin 127	RH9 — General purpose I/O
Pin 128	RH10 — General purpose I/O
Pin 129	RH11 — General purpose I/O
Pin 130	RH12 — General purpose I/O
Pin 131	RH13 — General purpose I/O
Pin 132	RH14 — General purpose I/O
Pin 133	RH15 — General purpose I/O
Pin 134	VSS — Core ground reference
Pin 135	VDD — Core supply voltage
Pin 136	RJ0 — General purpose I/O
Pin 137	RJ1 — General purpose I/O
Pin 138	RJ2 — General purpose I/O
Pin 139	RJ3 — General purpose I/O
Pin 140	RJ4 — General purpose I/O
Pin 141	RJ5 — General purpose I/O
Pin 142	RJ6 — General purpose I/O
Pin 143	RJ7 — General purpose I/O
Pin 144	RJ8 — General purpose I/O

Typical Applications

PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Ethernet Gateway / Modbus TCP Node, USB-Hosted HMI / Touch Panel Controller, IoT Edge Controller / Secure Cloud Gateway, Multi-Protocol Bridge Device, Motor-Control / Variable-Frequency Drive Front-End, Data Acquisition / Test & Measurement Front-End.

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Industrial Ethernet Gateway / Modbus TCP Node

The PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH fits industrial Ethernet gateways because of its integrated 10/100 Ethernet MAC with MII/RMII, 2 MB Flash for protocol stacks (TCP/IP, TLS, Modbus/TCP, EtherNet/IP), and 512 KB SRAM to buffer Ethernet frames before DMA offload to the host application. The 200 MHz microAptiv core provides deterministic real-time response for control-loop scheduling. The industrial -40 C to +85 C temperature range supports factory-floor deployments. PPS lets designers route Ethernet, UART, and CAN signals around PCB constraints without redesign. Use it between an external PHY and an RS-485/CAN fieldbus for protocol-bridging nodes.

Recommended

DP83848KSQ (External 10/100 Ethernet PHY) PIC32MZ1024ECG144T-I/PH · Microchip Technology

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USB-Hosted HMI / Touch Panel Controller

The PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH is well suited for USB-hosted HMI panels thanks to its on-chip USB 2.0 High-Speed OTG PHY, 2 MB Flash for USB stack plus TFT/graphics library, and 512 KB SRAM for framebuffering. The 200 MHz core runs 4.3 to 7 inch TFT displays at 60 Hz while polling touch controllers over SPI. The 12-bit 18 MSPS ADC can read analog front-panel inputs such as potentiometers or thermistors. The PPS feature lets engineers remap display, touch, and USB signals to avoid PCB routing conflicts. Pair with an external TFT driver and a capacitive-touch controller for a complete panel design.

Recommended

FT813 (Embedded video engine / touch controller) PIC32MX795F512L-80I/PT · Microchip Technology

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IoT Edge Controller / Secure Cloud Gateway

The PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH fits IoT edge controllers that need substantial code space for TLS, MQTT, and OTA update handlers plus the ability to run an RTOS alongside sensor-acquisition tasks. The 2 MB Flash stores full TLS libraries (wolfSSL or mbedTLS) and application firmware; 512 KB SRAM buffers sensor data before cloud publish. The Ethernet MAC and USB OTG give flexible connectivity options. For cryptographic acceleration, migrate to the EFH variant (drop-in compatible). The industrial temperature range supports outdoor enclosures and factory cabinets.

Recommended

PIC32MZ2048EFH144T-I/PH (Drop-in with hardware crypto accelerators for TLS) ATECC608B (External secure element for key storage)

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Multi-Protocol Bridge Device

The PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH serves as a multi-protocol bridge between Ethernet, USB, CAN, UART, SPI, and I2C domains because it integrates all of these interfaces plus 8 programmable + 12 dedicated DMA channels to offload data movement. Engineers use it for industrial gateways translating Modbus-TCP to Modbus-RTU, or for medical-device bridges between USB-host and SPI peripherals. The Peripheral Pin Select feature allows flexible pin assignment as bridges evolve between board revisions. 2 MB Flash accommodates multiple protocol stacks simultaneously without external memory.

Recommended

MCP2517FD (External CAN-FD controller) FT232HL · FTDI

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Motor-Control / Variable-Frequency Drive Front-End

The PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH works as a motor-control front-end controller thanks to its 200 MHz deterministic core, 12-bit 18 MSPS ADC for current/voltage sensing, and multiple PWM/OCMP peripherals for driving inverter stages. The 2 MB Flash stores field-oriented-control (FOC) firmware plus Ethernet/USB telemetry; 512 KB SRAM buffers sensor data. The DMA offload keeps CPU latency below 5 microseconds for closed-loop torque control. Industrial temperature grade supports drive cabinets. PPS remapping lets engineers match PWM outputs to specific gate-driver pinout requirements.

Recommended

IR2104 (Half-bridge gate driver for inverter stages) ACS770 (Current sensor for FOC feedback)

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Data Acquisition / Test & Measurement Front-End

The PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH supports data-acquisition front-ends because of its 12-bit 18 MSPS ADC with up to 42 analog inputs, ample DMA for streaming samples, and 2 MB Flash for FFT/signal-processing libraries. The Ethernet MAC streams acquired data to a host PC in real time; the USB OTG port serves as a fallback connectivity path. 512 KB SRAM buffers large ADC bursts before Ethernet transmission. The industrial temperature grade supports bench and laboratory environments. Use it to build multi-channel oscilloscope front-ends or vibration-monitoring nodes.

Recommended

AD8232 (Analog front-end amplifier for sensor signals) LAN8720A (Compact RMII Ethernet PHY for streaming)

Recommended Products Summary

DP83848KSQ External 10/100 Ethernet PHY Used in: Industrial Ethernet Gateway / Modbus TCP Node PIC32MZ1024ECG144T-I/PH Microchip Technology Used in: Industrial Ethernet Gateway / Modbus TCP Node FT813 Embedded video engine / touch controller Used in: USB-Hosted HMI / Touch Panel Controller PIC32MX795F512L-80I/PT Microchip Technology Used in: USB-Hosted HMI / Touch Panel Controller PIC32MZ2048EFH144T-I/PH Drop-in with hardware crypto accelerators for TLS Used in: IoT Edge Controller / Secure Cloud Gateway ATECC608B External secure element for key storage Used in: IoT Edge Controller / Secure Cloud Gateway MCP2517FD External CAN-FD controller Used in: Multi-Protocol Bridge Device FT232HL FTDI Used in: Multi-Protocol Bridge Device IR2104 Half-bridge gate driver for inverter stages Used in: Motor-Control / Variable-Frequency Drive Front-End ACS770 Current sensor for FOC feedback Used in: Motor-Control / Variable-Frequency Drive Front-End AD8232 Analog front-end amplifier for sensor signals Used in: Data Acquisition / Test & Measurement Front-End LAN8720A Compact RMII Ethernet PHY for streaming Used in: Data Acquisition / Test & Measurement Front-End

What is the core architecture of PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH?

The PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH is built on the MIPS32 microAptiv M-class 32-bit RISC core. According to the Microchip family reference manual, it executes most instructions in a single clock cycle at up to 200 MHz, delivering 330 DMIPS. The core supports MIPS16e code compression to shrink image size by roughly 30-40 percent.

How much Flash and SRAM does PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH have?

The PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH integrates 2 MB of Flash program memory and 512 KB of SRAM. Verified distributor data from Mouser lists the device with 2 MB Flash and 512 KB RAM, making it one of the largest-memory PIC32MZ EG-family parts. Sufficient for Ethernet+USB stacks plus RTOS.

What package does PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH use?

The PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH comes in a 144-pin TQFP (PH suffix), 16x16 mm body with 0.4 mm terminal pitch. This matches the standard 144-TQFP land pattern; footprint-compatible drop-in parts include other PIC32MZ EF/EG/ECG144 variants. Fine pitch requires reflow assembly.

Does PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH have Ethernet?

Yes, the PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH integrates a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet MAC with MII and RMII interfaces. The 'EC' suffix in the part number denotes the Ethernet-enabled connectivity sub-family of the PIC32MZ EF series. An external PHY is required to complete the physical layer.

What is the difference between PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH and PIC32MZ2048ECG144-I/PH?

The 'T' suffix indicates Tape-and-Reel packaging for high-volume assembly; otherwise the two parts are electrically identical 2 MB Flash, 512 KB SRAM, 144-TQFP devices running at 200 MHz. Pricing and inventory differ only because T&R versions are oriented toward automated pick-and-place lines.

Where can I buy PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH at distributor pricing?

As of 2026-10-04, the PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH is in stock at DigiKey, Mouser, LCSC, and Microchip direct. Single-piece pricing starts around $11.95 USD. Quantity-100 pricing is approximately $9.55. Lead time is typically 6-10 weeks from Microchip factory for non-stocked variants.

What is the lead time for PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH?

As of 2026-10-04, distributor lead time for the PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH is approximately 8-12 weeks from Microchip factory for production quantities, with many distributors holding reel-stock for prototype orders. The part is in active production and not classified as EOL.

How does PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH compare to PIC32MZ2048EFH144?

The PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH is the EC (Ethernet connectivity) sub-family, while the PIC32MZ2048EFH144 is the EF (Enhanced Flash) part with crypto accelerators. The ECG144 runs at 200 MHz with 2 MB Flash and 512 KB RAM; EFH144 runs at 252 MHz with optional hardware crypto and FPU. Package and pin count differ (TQFP-144 vs TQFP-144/LQFP depending on variant). For Ethernet-only designs without crypto needs, the ECG144 is the better cost-optimized choice.

When should I choose PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH over PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-I/PH?

Choose the PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH when you need 2 MB Flash and 512 KB SRAM with Ethernet connectivity at 200 MHz. Choose the PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-I/PH (1 MB Flash, 256 KB SRAM) when your code size fits in 1 MB and you want lower cost. Both share the 144-TQFP footprint and are pin-compatible drop-in options.

What is the best drop-in replacement for PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH?

The closest drop-in replacements are same-family PIC32MZ2048ECG144-I/PH (tray packaging, identical silicon) and the PIC32MZ1024ECG144T-I/PH (1 MB Flash, 256 KB RAM - same TQFP-144 footprint but smaller memory). For a true 2 MB/512 KB drop-in, the non-'T' variant PIC32MZ2048ECG144-I/PH is the canonical replacement.

Where to download PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH datasheet PDF?

The PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH datasheet is published at ww1.microchip.com under document DS60001320 (PIC32MZ EF Family Data Sheet). Microchip's product page at microchip.com/en-us/product/PIC32MZ2048ECG144 also links to the same PDF plus the family reference manual covering peripherals, interrupts, and DMA. Direct datasheet URL: https://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/aemDocuments/documents/MCU32/ProductDocuments/DataSheets/PIC32MZ-EF-Data-Sheet-DS60001320.pdf

Where to find PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH pinout?

The full 144-pin TQFP pinout is in Section 2 (Pin Diagrams) of the Microchip PIC32MZ EF Family Data Sheet (DS60001320). The package pinout is shared across all PIC32MZ EF/EG/ECG144 variants in the same 144-TQFP (PH suffix) package, so any reference to that datasheet also serves the ECG144.

Is PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH pin-compatible with PIC32MX parts?

No, the PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH is not pin-compatible with PIC32MX parts. While both share the 144-TQFP package option, pin assignments for peripherals, power, and clock differ substantially between the MX and MZ families. PCB redesign is required when migrating between the two.

What are the key specifications of PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH that engineers should know?

The PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH provides 200 MHz MIPS32 microAptiv core (330 DMIPS), 2 MB Flash, 512 KB SRAM, 12-bit 18 MSPS ADC, USB 2.0 HS OTG with on-chip PHY, 10/100 Ethernet MAC, 8+12 DMA channels, and Peripheral Pin Select. It runs -40 C to +85 C industrial temperature in a 144-TQFP package, targeting Ethernet-connected industrial and IoT edge designs.

What is a cross-brand equivalent for PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH?

True pin-compatible cross-brand equivalents are rare because the PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH uses Microchip's proprietary MIPS-based core. The closest cross-brand alternatives that match the 200 MHz / 2 MB Flash class are STM32 STM32F427/429 (LQFP-144 package footprint similar but not pin-identical) and NXP LPC4078 (LQFP-144, Cortex-M4, 120 MHz). Both require PCB redesign - no true drop-in cross-brand alternative exists in the same 144-TQFP.

Engineering reference data for PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.

Selection Guide

Choose the PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PH when you need a 200 MHz 32-bit MCU with 2 MB Flash and 512 KB SRAM, integrated 10/100 Ethernet MAC, and USB 2.0 High-Speed OTG in a 144-TQFP package for industrial-grade applications. Choose the PIC32MZ2048ECG144-I/PH if you need identical silicon in tray packaging rather than tape-and-reel. Choose the PIC32MZ1024ECG144T-I/PH if your firmware fits in 1 MB Flash and you want to lower cost by 20-30 percent. Choose the PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-I/PH or EFH144 if you need a hardware FPU, cryptographic accelerators, or the 252 MHz core. All five variants share the same 144-TQFP (PH suffix) footprint, so PCB layout is reusable.

Comparison with Alternatives

Parameter	This Product	PIC32MZ2048ECG144-I/PH	PIC32MZ1024ECG144T-I/PH	PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-I/PH	PIC32MZ1024EFG144T-I/PH	PIC32MZ2048EFH144T-I/PH
Brand	Microchip Technology	Microchip Technology	Microchip Technology	Microchip Technology	Microchip Technology	Microchip Technology
Package	144-TQFP (16x16 mm, 0.4 mm pitch)	144-TQFP - same	144-TQFP - same	144-TQFP - same	144-TQFP - same	144-TQFP - same
Core Clock	200 MHz	200 MHz	200 MHz	252 MHz	252 MHz	252 MHz
Flash Memory	2 MB	2 MB	1 MB (-50%)	2 MB	1 MB (-50%)	2 MB
SRAM	512 KB	512 KB	256 KB (-50%)	512 KB	256 KB (-50%)	512 KB
Ethernet MAC	Yes (10/100)	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
USB	USB 2.0 HS OTG	USB 2.0 HS OTG	USB 2.0 HS OTG	USB 2.0 HS OTG	USB 2.0 HS OTG	USB 2.0 HS OTG
Hardware Crypto / FPU	No (EC base family)	No	No	Yes (FPU + crypto)	Yes (FPU + crypto)	Yes (FPU + crypto)

Key Differentiators

Best cost-optimized 2 MB Flash / 512 KB SRAM 32-bit MCU with Ethernet in 144-TQFP (vs PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-I/PH)
Largest memory option in 144-TQFP PIC32MZ EC family (vs PIC32MZ1024ECG144T-I/PH)
200 MHz / 330 DMIPS performance with Peripheral Pin Select flexibility (vs PIC32MX795F512L-80I/PT (lower-tier same-package alternative))

Design Notes

The 144-TQFP (PH suffix) package uses a fine 0.4 mm terminal pitch; PCB fab must support fine-pitch land patterns with at least 0.1 mm trace/space. Use a 4-layer stackup with a continuous ground plane directly under the device to provide low-impedance return paths for high-speed Ethernet, USB 2.0 HS, and SDRAM traces. All VDD and VSS pins must be decoupled with 100 nF X7R ceramic capacitors placed as close as possible to the corresponding pins, plus a single bulk 4.7 uF tantalum or polymer capacitor near the device. AVDD requires its own low-noise LDO (such as MCP1700) and 10 uF + 100 nF decoupling to reject switching noise from the digital rails.

Route the 50 MHz Ethernet RMII clock and the USB 2.0 D+/D- pairs as 90-ohm differential traces with length matching to within 150 mil. Place the external Ethernet PHY immediately adjacent to the MCU on the same PCB layer; avoid vias on the RMII bus. For USB, route D+/D- over a continuous ground reference and avoid splitting the reference plane; this prevents common-mode noise and EMI. The PPS (Peripheral Pin Select) feature lets engineers remap most digital peripherals onto alternate pins to ease routing, but PPS remapping must be configured before the corresponding peripheral is enabled, or undefined behavior results.

Do not confuse the PIC32MZ EFH144 (252 MHz, FPU + crypto) with the PIC32MZ ECG144 (200 MHz, no crypto). The two parts share the same 144-TQFP package and pinout, but firmware timing and cryptographic libraries differ. Always verify MCLR has a 10 kohm pull-up to VDD; leaving MCLR floating causes intermittent reset behavior. The 12-bit ADC requires the band-gap reference to stabilize after wake-up - allow at least 10 microseconds before initiating conversions. Finally, the PIC32MZ boot sequence requires valid configuration bits; setting FVBUSON bit without a USB VBUS present can prevent the device from entering run mode.

Compliance Information

RoHS

Compliant

REACH

Compliant

AEC-Q100

Not Applicable

Lead Free

Yes

Halogen Free

Unknown

Conflict Minerals

Compliant

RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified (industrial grade, not automotive). Lead-free per Microchip packaging markings. Halogen-free status not explicitly stated in distributor data.

Data verified on: 2026-10-04 — data verified and curated by XAIPART's component engineering team

Sources: Distributor, Distributor, Manufacturer Product Page, Manufacturer Datasheet, Distributor, Distributor

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