PIC32MZ2048ECM100T-I/PT - 200MHz 2MB Flash MCU | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MZ2048ECM100T-I/PT ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $14.85 | $14.85 |
| 10 | $13.4 | $134.00 |
| 100 | $11.95 | $1,195.00 |
| 500 | $10.7 | $5,350.00 |
| 1,000 | $9.55 | $9,550.00 |
PIC32MZ2048ECM100T-I/PT Overview
A 32-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, program memory (Flash), data memory (SRAM), and peripheral interfaces into one IC. The PIC32MZ EC family is positioned within the broader taxonomy of microcontrollers -> embedded microcontrollers -> 32-bit MCUs -> RISC microcontrollers -> MIPS-based MCUs, providing a meaningful step up in performance and memory versus 8/16-bit alternatives such as PIC16 and PIC24 families.
Key specifications include a 200 MHz core, 2 MB Flash, 512 KB SRAM, a 10-bit 500 KSPS 40-channel ADC, four 64-bit accumulators with single-cycle MAC and fractional math DSP support, microMIPS mode for up to 35% code compression, dual-panel Flash for live-update support, and a Memory Management Unit for embedded OS execution. Integrated peripherals include Ethernet, CAN, UART, I2C, PMP, EBI, SQI, Analog Comparators, and SPI/I2S audio interfaces.
Architecturally, the device pairs the microAptiv core with on-chip crypto engines (AES, 3DES, SHA, MD5, HMAC) and a true random number generator, making it well-suited to secure connected designs. Industrial temperature grade (-40C to +85C), 3.3V operation, and a peripheral pin select (PPS) subsystem reduce external component count.
Typical applications include industrial Ethernet gateways, secure IoT edge nodes, automotive infotainment subsystems, building automation controllers, and graphical HMI panels requiring cryptographic acceleration and large code footprint. Use this MCU when deterministic interrupt response, 2 MB Flash, and Ethernet+CAN connectivity are needed on a single die.
When designing, allocate decoupling on each VDD/VSS pair and follow Microchip application note AN833 for in-circuit programming and trace. Note that the PIC32MZ EC family is being migrated to EOL (November 2027); the recommended migration is to the PIC32MZ EF family (e.g., PIC32MZ2048EFG100), which adds a Floating Point Unit and runs up to 252 MHz.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MZ2048ECM100T-I/PT Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 microAptiv (PIC32MZ) |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 200 MHz (330 DMIPS) |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 2 MB (2048 KB) |
| Data Memory (SRAM) | 512 KB |
| Operating Voltage | 2.3 V to 3.6 V (3.3V typical) |
| ADC | 10-bit, 500 KSPS, 40-channel |
| Package | 100-pin TQFP (12x12 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +85 C (Industrial) |
| Instruction Set Width | 32-bit |
| DSP Support | Four 64-bit accumulators, single-cycle MAC, saturating/fractional math |
| Code Compression | microMIPS mode (up to 35% smaller code) |
| Crypto Engines | AES, 3DES, SHA, MD5, HMAC, RNG |
| Communication Interfaces | Ethernet, CAN, UART, I2C, SPI, I2S, SQI, PMP, EBI |
| Analog Comparators | Yes |
| MMU | Yes (Memory Management Unit for embedded OS) |
| Flash Update Mode | Dual-panel Flash for live update |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC32MZ2048ECM100T-I/PT Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RGMDCML — Ethernet RMII DC coupling/mode line (peripheral pin select) |
| Pin 10 | PGEC3 — In-circuit debug clock (programming) |
| Pin 20 | VDD — Core supply voltage (3.3V) |
| Pin 30 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 40 | AN0 — Analog input 0 / GPIO |
| Pin 50 | U1TX — UART1 transmit |
| Pin 60 | SCK1 — SPI1 clock |
| Pin 70 | SDA1 — I2C1 data |
| Pin 80 | OC1 — Output compare 1 / PWM |
| Pin 90 | C1TX — CAN1 transmit |
| Pin 100 | ERXERR — Ethernet receive error (peripheral pin select) |
| Pin 11 | PGED3 — In-circuit debug data |
| Pin 21 | AVDD — Analog supply (3.3V) |
| Pin 31 | AVSS — Analog ground |
Typical Applications
PIC32MZ2048ECM100T-I/PT is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Ethernet Gateway, Secure IoT Edge Node, Automotive Infotainment Subsystem, Building Automation Controller, Graphical HMI Panel, Audio Processing Appliance.
Industrial Ethernet Gateway
The PIC32MZ2048ECM100T-I/PT is well suited to industrial Ethernet gateways because it combines an integrated Ethernet MAC, CAN, and UART peripherals with on-chip crypto engines (AES, 3DES, SHA, MD5, HMAC). Its 200 MHz MIPS32 microAptiv core delivers 330 DMIPS, more than enough headroom to run an embedded TCP/IP stack, Modbus/TCP server and TLS handshake concurrently. The 2 MB Flash accommodates a full IPsec or TLS stack alongside the application layer, while 512 KB SRAM supports multiple socket buffers. Industrial -40C to +85C operation tolerates factory-floor enclosures, and the microMIPS mode compresses code by up to 35%, extending headroom for protocol updates.
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Secure IoT Edge Node
For secure IoT edge nodes, the PIC32MZ2048ECM100T-I/PT offers hardware AES/3DES/SHA/MD5 acceleration and a true random number generator, which are critical for TLS 1.2 handshake, certificate validation, and secure boot. The 2 MB Flash holds an embedded TLS stack plus OTA update firmware, and the dual-panel Flash enables live firmware swap without device downtime. UART/SPI/I2C peripherals connect to radios such as Wi-Fi or LoRa modules, while 10-bit 500 KSPS ADC inputs support sensor reading. The MMU enables microOS deployment (FreeRTOS or OpenRTOS) for multi-tasked sensing pipelines.
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Automotive Infotainment Subsystem
The PIC32MZ2048ECM100T-I/PT is appropriate for automotive infotainment subsystems where its 200 MHz core, 2 MB Flash and 512 KB SRAM drive HMI logic, CAN bus bridging, and audio routing. The SQI peripheral supports high-throughput external Quad-SPI Flash for graphics assets, while I2S interfaces connect to audio codecs for playback. Industrial temperature grade (-40C to +85C) covers cabin environments, and the crypto engines protect OTA software updates. Note that for under-hood or -40C to +125C operation the EF family with AEC-Q100 qualification should be considered.
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Building Automation Controller
In building automation controllers, the PIC32MZ2048ECM100T-I/PT aggregates BACnet, Modbus and KNX-style protocols over UART, CAN and Ethernet. Its 100-pin TQFP exposes enough GPIOs to drive relays, keypads and indicator panels directly, while the four 64-bit accumulators with single-cycle MAC accelerate control-loop math for HVAC damper and lighting regulation. Industrial -40C to +85C operation covers mechanical rooms and rooftop enclosures. The 2 MB Flash accommodates a full LON or BACnet stack, schedule logic, and remote-update image simultaneously.
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Graphical HMI Panel
For graphical HMI panels the PIC32MZ2048ECM100T-I/PT pairs the 200 MHz core with the SQI interface to fetch graphics assets from external Quad-SPI Flash at high speed. The microMIPS mode keeps the graphics library compact while leaving room for application logic in the 2 MB Flash. 512 KB SRAM supports frame buffering for small monochrome or color displays. The PMP and EBI interfaces can drive TFT controllers, and the SPI/I2S peripherals connect to touch-screen controllers and audio feedback devices, all on a single MCU.
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Audio Processing Appliance
The PIC32MZ2048ECM100T-I/PT fits audio processing appliances such as networked speakers and intercoms thanks to its I2S interfaces and DSP-enhanced microAptiv core. The four 64-bit accumulators with single-cycle MAC and fractional math accelerate biquad filter chains and dynamic-range compression, while 512 KB SRAM holds multi-channel audio buffers. 2 MB Flash accommodates DSP algorithm libraries, and UART/CAN provide control interfaces. Industrial temperature ensures reliability in enclosed audio installations, while the microMIPS mode keeps code size manageable.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MZ2048ECM100T-I/PT — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MZ2048ECM100-I/PT | PIC32MZ2048ECM100-E/PT | PIC32MZ2048ECM100T-E/PT | PIC32MZ2048EFG100T-I/PT | PIC32MZ1024ECM100T-I/PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | TQFP-100 (12x12 mm) | TQFP-100 (12x12 mm) - same | TQFP-100 (12x12 mm) - same | TQFP-100 (12x12 mm) - same | TQFP-100 (12x12 mm) - same | TQFP-100 (12x12 mm) - same |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 252 MHz | 200 MHz |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 2 MB | 2 MB | 2 MB | 2 MB | 2 MB | 1 MB |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to +85 C | -40 C to +85 C | -40 C to +125 C | -40 C to +125 C | -40 C to +85 C | -40 C to +85 C |
| Hardware FPU | No | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| Crypto Engines | AES/3DES/SHA/MD5/HMAC | AES/3DES/SHA/MD5/HMAC | AES/3DES/SHA/MD5/HMAC | AES/3DES/SHA/MD5/HMAC | AES/3DES/SHA/MD5/HMAC | AES/3DES/SHA/MD5/HMAC |
| Lifecycle Status | NRND (EOL Nov 2027) | NRND | NRND | NRND | Active | NRND |
Key Differentiators
- Industrial-grade temperature and on-chip crypto engines in a 100-pin TQFP (vs PIC32MX795F512LT-80I/PT)
- Migration path with FPU and higher clock for new designs (vs PIC32MZ2048EFG100T-I/PT)
- Extended temperature option in identical silicon (vs PIC32MZ2048ECM100T-E/PT)
Design Notes
The PIC32MZ2048ECM100T-I/PT requires a stable 3.3V supply with low ripple for the 200 MHz core and ADC. Place 0.1 uF ceramic decoupling capacitors on every VDD/VSS pair and a bulk 10 uF tantalum or ceramic near the package. A separate AVDD/AVSS filtered network is required for clean ADC readings per application note AN566. Power-on-reset behaviour follows the VDD rise time specified in the datasheet electrical characteristics.
Use a 4-layer PCB with a continuous ground plane beneath the TQFP-100 footprint and route the 200 MHz signals on the top layer over unbroken reference planes. Keep the 25 MHz Ethernet RMII traces under 50 mm and length-matched. Separate analog and digital ground returns to a single star point near the AVSS pin to avoid ADC noise coupling per AN1326. JTAG/ICSP pins (PGECx/PGEDx) should be accessible in production for in-circuit programming.
The PIC32MZ EC family is NRD with EOL effective November 19, 2027 per Microchip PCN JPZA-30DDFT636. Designs started in 2026 or later should evaluate the PIC32MZ EF family (e.g., PIC32MZ2048EFG100T-I/PT) which adds a hardware Floating Point Unit and runs at 252 MHz. Most pins are compatible but PPS mapping for new peripherals may require firmware adjustments. Verify configuration bits against the latest PIC32MZ reference manual errata.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliance per Abacus Technologies listing. Not AEC-Q100 qualified; for automotive applications consider the PIC32MZ EF family. Conflict-free per supplier declaration.
