PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-E/JWX - 2MB Flash 180MHz MCU 144-TFBGA | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-E/JWX ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $19.5 | $19.50 |
| 10 | $18.2 | $182.00 |
| 100 | $16.85 | $1,685.00 |
| 500 | $15.4 | $7,700.00 |
| 1,000 | $14.1 | $14,100.00 |
PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-E/JWX Overview
A 32-bit MCU (microcontroller unit) is an integrated computing subsystem that combines a microprocessor core, program and data memory, and configurable peripherals on a single silicon die. Within the broader taxonomy, the PIC32MZ family falls under RISC microcontrollers -> 32-bit MCUs -> microcontrollers -> integrated circuits. The MIPS Warrior M-class core in this device is a DSP-enhanced RISC engine with four 64-bit accumulators, single-cycle MAC, saturating/fractional math, and an IEEE 754-compliant FPU.
Key features include 2 MB dual-panel Flash supporting live firmware update, 512 KB SRAM, 120 GPIO-capable I/O lines, 8 DMA channels, 9 timers, 2 watchdogs, 2 comparators, hardware PWM, and integrated connectivity peripherals. The 180 MHz core delivers up to 330 DMIPS, providing ample headroom for protocol stacks, graphics rendering and motor-control loops.
The PIC32MZ EF series is fabricated on a CMOS process and integrates DSP, FPU and a rich analog/digital peripheral mix. The dual-panel Flash allows background firmware updates while the application continues running, critical for connected devices that cannot tolerate downtime. The 144-TFBGA package (7x7 mm) suits compact, high-pin-count designs that need maximum peripheral expansion in minimum PCB area.
Typical applications include industrial Ethernet gateways, automotive body/cluster controllers, IoT edge nodes, HMI/graphics touch panels, and BLDC/PMSM motor drives. Designers benefit from MPLAB Harmony 3 framework support and a broad middleware library, accelerating bring-up across this device and the wider PIC32MZ EF family. For cost-sensitive variants with smaller Flash/RAM in the same family, see PIC32MZ1024EFG144 or PIC32MZ0512EFF144 in the Site MPN list.
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PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-E/JWX Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 M-Class (Warrior M-class) |
| Core Features | DSP-enhanced, IEEE 754 FPU, single-cycle MAC, 4x 64-bit accumulators |
| Max CPU Frequency | 180 MHz |
| DMIPS | 330 DMIPS |
| Program Flash | 2 MB (dual-panel for live update) |
| SRAM | 512 KB |
| I/O Pins (max) | 120 |
| DMA Channels | 8 |
| Timers | 9 (incl. 2 watchdogs) |
| Comparators | 2 |
| Connectivity | No Crypto, No CAN (per -E variant) |
| Package | 144-TFBGA (JWX) 7x7 mm |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (industrial extended, -E suffix) |
PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-E/JWX 144-tfbga (jwx) 7x7 mm Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-E/JWX (144-tfbga (jwx) 7x7 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 PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-E/JWX.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-E/JWX is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Ethernet Gateway / Protocol Bridge, Automotive Body / Cluster Controller, IoT Edge Sensor / Smart Home Hub, HMI / Graphics Touch Panel, BLDC / PMSM Motor Drive (Field-Oriented Control), Industrial IoT Data Logger / Edge Recorder.
Industrial Ethernet Gateway / Protocol Bridge
The PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-E/JWX fits industrial Ethernet gateways because its 180 MHz MIPS M-class core with 330 DMIPS and 512 KB SRAM is sufficient to run TCP/IP stacks (lwIP, Harmony Net) plus Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP or PROFINET application layers without external memory. The 120 GPIOs allow multiple PHY interface connections, isolated UART ports to downstream sensors, and dedicated lines for hardware watchdog/reset chains. The FPU and DSP extensions accelerate any edge analytics running on the gateway (e.g. vibration FFT). Its 2 MB dual-panel Flash supports live firmware update over the wire, critical for industrial nodes that cannot tolerate downtime. Pair this MCU with a DP83848 PHY and W5500 SPI-to-Ethernet bridge for a robust, isolated 10/100 Mb/s gateway.
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Automotive Body / Cluster Controller
The PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-E/JWX suits automotive body and cluster controllers thanks to its -40C to +125C extended operating temperature (the -E suffix) and ample 2 MB Flash for graphic assets and 512 KB SRAM for framebuffers. The PIC32MZ EF family delivers up to 330 DMIPS at 180 MHz, sufficient to drive TFT clusters via the parallel PMP/GFX interface while still handling CAN/LIN stacks and real-time body control. Note this variant is No-Crypto / No-CAN; for CAN bus applications choose the PIC32MZ EF CAN-equipped sibling. The 144-TFBGA footprint keeps the PCB compact for instrument-cluster housings. Pair with a TPS7A4701 LDO and a TLE9251V CAN transceiver for a complete cluster reference design.
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IoT Edge Sensor / Smart Home Hub
The PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-E/JWX is a strong fit for IoT edge sensors and smart-home hubs thanks to its 180 MHz MIPS M-class core, 2 MB Flash for over-the-air (OTA) staging area, and 512 KB SRAM for TCP/IP and TLS buffers. Dual-panel Flash lets the hub receive a new image while continuing to run existing logic, then swap panels on reboot - a robust OTA pattern. The 8 DMA channels offload ADC sampling, UART RX, and SPI transfers without CPU intervention. For Wi-Fi/BLE connectivity, pair with an ATWINC3400 (Wi-Fi) or an RN4871 (BLE) module via SPI/UART. Note this part is No-Crypto; software TLS using Harmony crypto libraries uses some Flash/RAM headroom but still fits within the 2 MB / 512 KB envelope.
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HMI / Graphics Touch Panel
The PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-E/JWX powers small-to-medium HMI/graphics touch panels with its 2 MB Flash for bitmaps and fonts and 512 KB SRAM for off-screen framebuffers. The 180 MHz MIPS core with hardware FPU renders 2D graphics and anti-aliased fonts smoothly via the GPU-accelerated PMP interface; an external 320x240 or 480x272 TFT can be driven without an external graphics controller. The 120 GPIOs accommodate a resistive touch controller (e.g. AR1021), parallel RGB display bus, and backlight PWM. Harmony 3's Legato graphics library is supported on this part. For larger displays or higher frame rates, consider migrating to PIC32MZ DA family with integrated display controller.
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BLDC / PMSM Motor Drive (Field-Oriented Control)
The PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-E/JWX is well-suited for BLDC and PMSM motor drives running field-oriented control (FOC). Its hardware IEEE 754 FPU and DSP extensions with single-cycle MAC accelerate Clarke/Park transforms and PI controllers, allowing higher PWM update rates and smoother torque at high RPM. The 2 MB Flash stores full motor-control libraries from MPLAB Harmony, while 512 KB SRAM accommodates state variables and observer buffers. The 2 analog comparators and 9 timers support hardware PWM and overcurrent protection. Pair with gate drivers such as DRV8323RS for three-phase drives or IRS2003 for half-bridge IGBT stages.
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Industrial IoT Data Logger / Edge Recorder
The PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-E/JWX is ideal for industrial data loggers that record high-speed sensor data to removable storage. Its 2 MB dual-panel Flash and 512 KB SRAM provide a ring buffer for sustained sensor logging, while the 120 GPIOs interface to parallel ADC banks, SPI flash (e.g. SST26VF032B), and SD card readers for long-term archival. The 8 DMA channels offload high-rate ADC sampling and SPI transfers without CPU intervention, allowing the MIPS core to perform on-the-fly analytics or compression. The -40C to +125C extended temperature rating supports factory-floor and outdoor enclosure deployments. Source: Microchip PIC32MZ EF family datasheet.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-E/JWX — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-I/JWX | PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-250E/JWX | PIC32MZ1024EFG144T-E/JWX | PIC32MZ1024EFM144T-E/JWX | PIC32MZ2048ECM144T-E/PH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 144-TFBGA (JWX) | 144-TFBGA (JWX) - same | 144-TFBGA (JWX) - same | 144-TFBGA (JWX) - same | 144-TFBGA (JWX) - same | 144-TFBGA (JWX) - same footprint family |
| Core | MIPS M-class 180 MHz with FPU/DSP | MIPS M-class 180 MHz with FPU/DSP | MIPS M-class 200/252 MHz with FPU/DSP | MIPS M-class 180 MHz with FPU/DSP | MIPS M-class 180 MHz with FPU/DSP | MIPS M-class 180 MHz no FPU |
| Flash | 2 MB dual-panel | 2 MB dual-panel | 2 MB dual-panel | 1 MB dual-panel (-50%) | 1 MB dual-panel | 2 MB dual-panel |
| SRAM | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 256 KB (-50%) | 256 KB | 512 KB |
| Connectivity Variant | EFG: No Crypto, No CAN | EFG: No Crypto, No CAN | EFG: No Crypto, No CAN | EFG: No Crypto, No CAN | EFM: Ethernet MII/RMII | ECM: No Crypto, No CAN |
| Max Frequency | 180 MHz | 180 MHz | 200/252 MHz (+39%) | 180 MHz | 180 MHz | 180 MHz |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (-E) | -40C to +85C (-I) | -40C to +125C (-E) | -40C to +125C (-E) | -40C to +125C (-E) | -40C to +125C (-E) |
Key Differentiators
- Highest memory configuration in PIC32MZ EF 144-pin TFBGA family (vs PIC32MZ1024EFG144T-E/JWX)
- Hardware IEEE 754 FPU with DSP extensions (vs PIC32MZ2048ECM144T-E/PH)
- Extended -40C to +125C temperature range (vs PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-I/JWX)
- 120 GPIO for maximum peripheral expansion (vs PIC32MZ2048EFG064T-E/PT)
Design Notes
The 144-TFBGA (JWX) package uses a 7x7 mm body with 0.5 mm ball pitch, requiring microvia or via-in-pad PCB technology for reliable fanout. Use a 4-layer or 6-layer stack-up with a dedicated ground plane under the BGA and at least one solid power plane adjacent. Recommended stack-up: top signal + BGA fanout microvias, inner-1 ground, inner-2 power, bottom signal. Place the MCU's decoupling capacitors (100 nF + 4.7 uF per VDD pin pair) within 1 mm of the balls.
Supply the PIC32MZ2048EFG144T-E/JWX from a low-noise LDO such as the TPS7A4701 or MIC69500 to meet its core voltage tolerance. The MCU has separate VDD/VDDIO/AVDD rails; isolate analog and digital grounds with a single-point stitch under the MCU. Place a 10 uF bulk + 100 nF ceramic per rail close to the balls. Estimated: at 180 MHz with peripherals active, core current peaks at ~150 mA; size the LDO for 250 mA to provide margin for transient load steps.
The 144-TFBGA package has a theta_JA of approximately 22 C/W with 1 oz copper on a 4-layer 100x100 mm PCB (estimated from typical Microchip TFBGA thermal data; verify against the package thermal section of the PIC32MZ EF family datasheet). At 180 MHz full-load, internal dissipation is ~1.2 W; junction rise is approximately 26 C above ambient - well within the -40C to +125C operating range. For hot enclosures above 70C ambient, ensure forced-air cooling or derate CPU frequency.
Do not exceed the maximum I/O current of 15 mA per pin or 200 mA per VDDIO group. Configure unused I/Os as outputs driving low (not floating inputs) to minimize current leakage. When migrating between PIC32MZ EF family variants, verify the pinout compatibility - some peripheral remapping exists between 64/100/144-pin package variants. Source: Microchip PIC32MZ EF family datasheet section 'I/O Pin Descriptions'.
Compliance Information
Compliance fields not present in verified web data; consult Microchip product page or PIC32MZ EF family datasheet section 'Regulatory Information' for definitive RoHS/REACH status. AEC-Q100 not specifically called out for this industrial/extended variant.
