PIC32MZ2048ECH144T-I/PL - 200MHz 32-bit MCU 2MB Flash LQFP-144
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| 1 | $11.5 | $11.50 |
| 10 | $10.85 | $108.50 |
| 100 | $9.95 | $995.00 |
| 500 | $9.2 | $4,600.00 |
| 1,000 | $8.6 | $8,600.00 |
PIC32MZ2048ECH144T-I/PL Overview
What is a microcontroller (MCU)? A microcontroller is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, memory, and I/O peripherals on one die. The PIC32MZ EC family builds on the MIPS microAptiv core, positioning itself between entry-level 8/16-bit MCUs and higher-end Cortex-M parts. Within the hierarchy: microcontroller -> 32-bit MCU -> MIPS-based MCU -> embedded connectivity MCU. The EC sub-family adds Ethernet, CAN, and Hi-Speed USB without a floating-point unit, distinguishing it from the EF variant which adds FPU and DSP.
Key features include 2 MB of Flash program memory, 512 KB of SRAM, a 200 MHz core with 1.65 DMIPS/MHz, hardware crypto engines (AES, DES/3DES, MD5/KS-SHA-1/SHA-256), and a high-speed 12-bit 18-channel ADC. The device also integrates SQI (Serial Quad Interface) for off-chip Flash, eight UARTs, three SPI, four I2C, and dedicated 10/100 Ethernet MAC + CAN 2.0B controllers. Operating voltage is 2.3 V to 3.6 V across the -40C to +85C industrial range, with low-power sleep modes and on-board FRC oscillators that reduce external component count.
Typical applications include industrial IoT gateways, automotive telematics, building automation controllers, machine-to-machine (M2M) edge nodes, and networked sensor hubs that require Ethernet plus CAN connectivity. The high core speed suits HMI panels and motor-control reference designs using Microchip's MPLAB Harmony framework, while the large Flash and RAM enable over-the-air (OTA) firmware update stacks.
When designing with this part, ensure the 144-LQFP layout reserves adequate copper area for thermal dissipation and uses a 4-layer PCB stack-up to keep the 200 MHz core and Ethernet signals within EMI budgets. Decouple AVDD and VDD domains separately with at least 0.1 uF and 10 uF ceramic capacitors placed within 5 mm of each power pin. Tape-and-reel (T) and tray (no T) variants share identical silicon; the suffix only differs in packing format.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MZ2048ECH144T-I/PL Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 microAptiv (PIC32MZ EC family) |
| Core Frequency | 200 MHz |
| Core Performance | 330 DMIPS (1.65 DMIPS/MHz) |
| Program Flash Memory | 2 MB (2M x 8) |
| SRAM | 512 KB |
| Operating Voltage Range | 2.3 V to 3.6 V |
| I/O Pins | 120 |
| Package | 144-LQFP (20x20 mm), PL designation |
| ADC | 12-bit, up to 1.2 Msps, 18 channels |
| Communication Interfaces | 10/100 Ethernet MAC, CAN 2.0B, Hi-Speed USB 2.0, 8x UART, 4x I2C, 3x SPI, SQI |
| Crypto Engines | AES-128/192/256, DES/3DES, MD5, SHA-1, SHA-256 |
| Timers | 9 x 16-bit / 4 x 32-bit |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial, I-grades) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| MSL Level | 3 (per JEDEC J-STD-020) |
| Lead-Free | Yes |
PIC32MZ2048ECH144T-I/PL 144-lqfp (20x20 mm), pl designation Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for PIC32MZ2048ECH144T-I/PL (144-lqfp (20x20 mm), pl designation 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 PIC32MZ2048ECH144T-I/PL.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
PIC32MZ2048ECH144T-I/PL is suitable for 7 applications: Industrial IoT Gateway, Automotive Telematics and CAN Nodes, Building Automation and HVAC Controllers, HMI Touch Panel Controllers, Medical Sensor Hubs, Industrial Motor Control and Servo Drives, Smart Energy and Power Metering.
Industrial IoT Gateway
The PIC32MZ2048ECH144T-I/PL is well-suited for industrial IoT gateways because its integrated 10/100 Ethernet MAC, CAN 2.0B controller, and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 OTG interface provide native connectivity without external bridge chips. The 200 MHz MIPS32 microAptiv core and 512 KB SRAM sustain encrypted TLS stacks alongside Modbus TCP and CANopen protocols at line-rate. Its hardware crypto engines (AES-128/256, SHA-256) accelerate secure boot sessions measured by utilities from 50 to 200 ms versus software-only which exceeds 800 ms. The wide 2.3 V to 3.6 V supply also tolerates noisy industrial 24 V buck-converter rails with adequate bulk decoupling. Engineers use it as the primary MPU between field sensors and cloud uplinks in PLC companion designs.
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Automotive Telematics and CAN Nodes
The PIC32MZ2048ECH144T-I/PL integrates two CAN 2.0B controllers and 120 I/O lines, enabling a single device to serve as a body-control or telematics node aggregating multiple in-vehicle CAN buses. The 200 MHz core and 2 MB Flash easily fit CANopen, J1939, and proprietary automotive telematics stacks plus over-the-air (OTA) firmware update buffers. Operating across -40C to +85C industrial range, it tolerates cabin and trunk mounting thermal profiles. The hardware crypto engines secure V2X or fleet-management links measured against the AUTOSAR platform by offloading TLS handshakes from the CPU. Designers pair it with external CAN transceivers such as MCP2551 and use the SQI interface for fast off-chip Flash storage.
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Building Automation and HVAC Controllers
For building automation, the PIC32MZ2048ECH144T-I/PL offers 12-bit ADC with 18 channels, 120 I/O, and Ethernet for BACnet/IP or Modbus TCP connectivity in a single chip. The 512 KB RAM and 2 MB Flash comfortably store scheduling logic, fault logs, and graphical HMI assets. Operating from 2.3 V to 3.6 V and industrial -40C to +85C, it survives plant-room installations. Multiple UART and I2C ports connect to thermostats, CO2 sensors, and VAV damper drivers while the Ethernet MAC handles the BACnet/IP backbone measured by 50 simultaneous client sessions in HMI scenarios. The low-power sleep modes extend battery-backed thermostat runtime by an order of magnitude.
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HMI Touch Panel Controllers
The PIC32MZ2048ECH144T-I/PL drives TFT HMI panels using its 200 MHz core to refresh QVGA/WQVGA displays at 30+ fps while serving TCP/IP traffic via the integrated Ethernet MAC. With 2 MB Flash and 512 KB SRAM, designers can store graphical assets, fonts, and the LVGL/AdaFruit-GFX UI stack without external memory. The Hi-Speed USB 2.0 OTG supports firmware update via USB stick and the SQI bus enables fast asset loading from external QSPI Flash. Eight 16-bit plus four 32-bit timers support backlight PWM, touch sampling, and the 12-bit ADC handles touch-position voltage measurement. The same LQFP-144 footprint eases migration to the EF family for new HMI designs.
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Medical Sensor Hubs
For connected medical device hubs, the PIC32MZ2048ECH144T-I/PL provides a HIPAA-friendly combination of hardware AES/SHA crypto engines, on-chip Ethernet, and USB for wired or wireless bridges. The 200 MHz core runs encryption/decryption for BLE-to-Ethernet gateways used in patient monitoring. Its industrial temperature range and 2.3-3.6 V supply suit battery-powered portable medical designs. The 12-bit 1.2 Msps ADC digitizes ECG, SpO2, or temperature signals directly, while 512 KB RAM buffers high-rate waveforms. The 120 GPIO pins drive segmented displays, keypads, and audio CODECs in patient monitor and infusion pump designs.
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Industrial Motor Control and Servo Drives
The PIC32MZ2048ECH144T-I/PL is an excellent platform for servo drives and BLDC motor controllers because its 200 MHz MIPS32 core executes Field-Oriented Control (FOC) loops within microseconds, while the 12-bit ADC samples phase currents at 1.2 Msps for accurate torque estimation. The integrated CAN 2.0B controller interfaces to industrial servo networks (CANopen DS402), and the on-board Ethernet enables remote monitoring and predictive maintenance links. Eight 16-bit timers generate the center-aligned PWM waveforms needed for 3-phase inverter control measured by 50 ns resolution at 100 kHz switching frequency. The 512 KB RAM holds the entire control algorithm and torque/speed observer with no external memory.
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Smart Energy and Power Metering
The PIC32MZ2048ECH144T-I/PL supports smart energy meters and power-quality analyzers because its 200 MHz core performs real-time RMS, harmonic, and FFT calculations on 50/60 Hz waveforms while the 12-bit ADC captures voltage and current channels. The integrated Ethernet MAC and TCP/IP stack push data to AMI head-end systems. Hardware crypto engines secure DLMS/COSEM or IEEE 2030.5 communications measured against standards-compliant benchmarks. With 2 MB Flash, the device stores tariff tables, firmware, and historical logging buffers. The wide 2.3-3.6 V operating range tolerates 24 V industrial supply rails common in metering installations.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MZ2048ECH144T-I/PL — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MZ2048ECH144-I/PL | PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PL | PIC32MZ2048EFH144T-I/PL | PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-I/PL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 144-LQFP (20x20 mm, PL) | 144-LQFP (20x20 mm, PL) - same | 144-LQFP (20x20 mm, PL) - same | 144-LQFP (20x20 mm, PL) - same | 144-LQFP (20x20 mm, PL) - same |
| Core Frequency | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 2 MB | 2 MB | 2 MB | 2 MB | 2 MB |
| SRAM | 512 KB | 512 KB | 256 KB (-50%) | 512 KB | 256 KB (-50%) |
| FPU / DSP | No FPU | No FPU | No FPU | Yes (FPU + DSP) | Yes (FPU + DSP) |
| Ethernet MAC | Yes (10/100) | Yes (10/100) | Yes (10/100) | Yes (10/100) | Yes (10/100) |
| Lifecycle Status | Not recommended for new designs | Not recommended for new designs | Not recommended for new designs | Active (recommended) | Active (recommended) |
Key Differentiators
- Same silicon in tray packing with identical pinout (vs PIC32MZ2048ECH144-I/PL)
- Adds hardware floating-point unit and DSP ASE (vs PIC32MZ2048EFH144T-I/PL)
- Half the SRAM but same Flash and core speed (vs PIC32MZ2048ECG144T-I/PL)
- Tape-and-reel packing for high-volume SMT assembly (vs PIC32MZ2048ECH144-I/PL)
Design Notes
Estimated: A 4-layer PCB with 2 oz copper inner layers is recommended for the 200 MHz PIC32MZ2048ECH144T-I/PL. Place 0.1 uF + 10 uF ceramic decoupling capacitors within 5 mm of every VDD/AVDD pin pair. Add a ferrite bead between VDD and AVDD domains if the analog ADC accuracy target is below 1 LSB. The device draws approximately 100 mA at full 200 MHz operation measured by core active current; budget for 150 mA peak including peripherals and Ethernet MAC TX.
Route the 50 MHz Ethernet RMII signals with 50 ohm impedance controlled traces on the top layer over a continuous ground plane. Keep the 25 MHz external crystal traces shorter than 8 mm and surrounded by a ground guard ring to prevent noise coupling into the Ethernet MAC. Route the SQSPI signals length-matched within 2 mm for reliable Quad-SPI Flash operation at 80 MHz. JTAG and TRACE signals should be reserved on test points for in-system programming.
Estimated: The 144-LQFP (PL) package thermal resistance theta-JA is approximately 38 C/W on a 4-layer JEDEC test board. At full 200 MHz operation drawing 100 mA from a 3.3 V supply, the device dissipates 0.33 W, producing about 12.5 C temperature rise above ambient. This is well within the 85 C industrial limit at 70 C ambient. For closed-enclosure designs with limited airflow, add a thermal copper pour connected to the central thermal pad area on the LQFP to reduce junction temperature.
Do not skip the external 25 MHz crystal or rely solely on the internal FRC for Ethernet applications, because the internal FRC has 0.9% accuracy which is insufficient for 10/100 Ethernet RMII timing. Ensure the SQI Flash chip is connected with proper pull-ups on /CS lines. Note that the EC family is approaching last-time-buy status; schedule EF family migration early in the design cycle. Configure unused I/O pins as outputs low to minimize supply current, and remember that the bootloader requires specific pull-ups on specific pins to enable UART-based ISP.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per Microchip product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified; AEC-Q100 grade parts exist in PIC32MZ family as separate -V and -EQ variants. Industrial -40C to +85C temperature range. Halogen-free per Microchip Material Declaration.
