PIC32MZ2048EFH100-I/GJX - 200MHz MCU 2MB Flash 100-TFBGA | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MZ2048EFH100-I/GJX ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $16.26 | $16.26 |
| 10 | $16.26 | $162.60 |
| 100 | $13.5 | $1,350.00 |
| 1,000 | $13.5 | $13,500.00 |
| 10,000 | $13.5 | $135,000.00 |
PIC32MZ2048EFH100-I/GJX Overview
What is a PIC32MZ microcontroller? The PIC32MZ EF family sits at the top of Microchip's MIPS-based 32-bit MCU portfolio, classified as an embedded connectivity MCU with FPU. In the broader taxonomy: microcontroller (MCU) -> 32-bit MCU -> MIPS-based MCU -> PIC32 family -> PIC32MZ EF sub-family -> high-performance connectivity segment. It pairs an IEEE 754-compliant FPU with a DSP-enhanced core (four 64-bit accumulators, single-cycle MAC, saturating and fractional math), giving it up to 415 DMIPS / 3.28 CoreMark/MHz of throughput.
Key features include a Crypto engine, 12-bit 18 MSPS ADC up to 48 channels, four comparators, four I2C, six UART, and Hi-Speed USB with PHY. The dual-panel Flash architecture enables live firmware updates without downtime, a critical feature for industrial gateways and remote sensors. Integrated peripherals such as Ethernet MAC, CAN 2.0B, and SQI (Serial Quad Interface) eliminate the need for external connectivity ICs, reducing both BOM cost and PCB area.
The PIC32MZ2048EFH100-I/GJX uses a 5-stage pipeline, hardware multiply/divide, and tightly-coupled SRAM for deterministic interrupt latency. The dual-panel Flash provides seamless field upgrades, while dedicated crypto accelerators (AES, 3DES, SHA, MD5, HMAC) handle secure-boot and TLS workloads without burdening the CPU. The integrated 12-bit 18 MSPS ADC supports up to 48 analog inputs simultaneously, suiting motor-control and multi-sensor data acquisition.
Typical applications include industrial automation controllers, automotive infotainment and HMI, IoT edge gateways, graphics-driven HMI panels, and BLDC/PMSM motor control. The wide connectivity suite also suits medical patient monitors and building-automation controllers that need Ethernet, CAN, and USB simultaneously.
When designing with this MCU, budget attention to decoupling: at 200 MHz core clock with simultaneous peripheral activity, VDD/VUSB rails require multiple low-ESR 100 nF + bulk capacitors placed within 2 mm of each ball group. The dual-panel Flash simplifies field firmware upgrades but requires careful linker script setup; consult Microchip application notes on live update.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MZ2048EFH100-I/GJX Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 M-Class (microAptiv) |
| Maximum CPU Frequency | 200 MHz |
| DMIPS Performance | 330 DMIPS (up to 415 DMIPS at 252 MHz on -250 variant) |
| FPU | IEEE 754-compliant single/double precision |
| DSP | Four 64-bit accumulators, single-cycle MAC, saturating/fractional math |
| Program Flash Memory | 2 MB (dual-panel, live-update capable) |
| SRAM | 512 KB |
| Package | 100-ball TFBGA (GJX), 7 mm x 7 mm, 0.65 mm pitch |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 2.3 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature (Industrial) | -40C to +85C |
| ADC | 12-bit, up to 18 MSPS, up to 48 channels |
| Comparators | 4 |
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 with on-chip PHY |
| Ethernet | 10/100 Mbps MAC (requires external PHY) |
| CAN | CAN 2.0B |
| SQI | Serial Quad Interface (up to 80 MHz) |
| Crypto Engine | AES, 3DES, SHA-256, MD5, HMAC, RNG |
| UART / I2C / SPI | 6 UART / 4 I2C / 6 SPI |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (BGA) |
PIC32MZ2048EFH100-I/GJX 100-ball tfbga (gjx), 7 mm x 7 mm, 0.65 mm pitch Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for PIC32MZ2048EFH100-I/GJX (100-ball tfbga (gjx), 7 mm x 7 mm, 0.65 mm pitch 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 PIC32MZ2048EFH100-I/GJX.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
PIC32MZ2048EFH100-I/GJX is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Automation and PLC Controllers, IoT Edge Gateways and Wireless Sensor Hubs, Automotive Infotainment and HMI, BLDC and PMSM Motor Control, Medical Patient Monitoring and Diagnostic Equipment, Graphics-Driven HMI Touch Panels.
Industrial Automation and PLC Controllers
The PIC32MZ2048EFH100-I/GJX fits industrial automation and PLC controllers because it combines a 200 MHz MIPS M-class core with FPU, dual-panel 2 MB Flash for live firmware updates, 512 KB SRAM for protocol stacks, and the connectivity trio (Ethernet MAC, CAN 2.0B, USB-HS) needed for Modbus TCP, EtherCAT slave, CANopen, and PROFINET gateways. Its 12-bit 18 MSPS ADC supports 48 channels simultaneously, ideal for multi-axis analog sensor acquisition. Industrial temperature grade (-40C to +85C) and IEC 60730 class B library support make it a strong fit for safety-critical PLC and SCADA node designs.
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IoT Edge Gateways and Wireless Sensor Hubs
For IoT edge gateways, the PIC32MZ2048EFH100-I/GJX delivers the CPU headroom to run TLS 1.3 stacks on its hardware AES/SHA crypto engine without offloading to a separate secure element, plus enough Flash (2 MB) and SRAM (512 KB) for MQTT-SN, CoAP, and LWM2M clients plus an embedded web server. The SQI interface supports 80 MHz external serial Flash for OTA staging, while Ethernet MAC plus USB-HS enable both wired backhaul and local commissioning. Live-update dual-panel Flash removes downtime risk for remote firmware pushes in unattended installations.
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Automotive Infotainment and HMI
In automotive infotainment and HMI, the PIC32MZ2048EFH100-I/GJX drives TFT LCD panels via its integrated graphics peripherals (GPU-less but with parallel PMP and DMA), runs CAN 2.0B stacks for body-network communication, and processes capacitive-touch inputs using its 12-bit ADC. Dual-panel Flash enables OTA map and firmware updates - a feature required by modern connected-car platforms. Note that AEC-Q100 qualification is NOT claimed for the -I/GJX industrial grade; for true automotive deployment, request the -E/GJX or specific AEC-Q100 variant from Microchip.
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BLDC and PMSM Motor Control
The PIC32MZ2048EFH100-I/GJX targets BLDC and PMSM motor control applications with its 200 MHz DSP-enhanced core (four 64-bit accumulators, single-cycle MAC) and high-speed 18 MSPS 12-bit ADC. Its PWM outputs, quadrature encoder interfaces, and four comparators support sensor-less FOC (field-oriented control) algorithms at switching frequencies above 50 kHz. The dual-panel Flash is useful for swapping between open-loop startup and closed-loop FOC tables at runtime. Designers should leverage Microchip's MPLAB Harmony Motor Control framework and the AN1078 application note for FOC tuning.
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Medical Patient Monitoring and Diagnostic Equipment
Medical patient monitors benefit from the PIC32MZ2048EFH100-I/GJX's deterministic interrupt latency, hardware FPU for DSP filter computations (heart-rate extraction, SpO2 algorithms), and 12-bit 18 MSPS ADC for ECG and pulse-oximetry front-ends. The USB-HS port connects to host PCs or tablet companions, Ethernet MAC links to hospital networks, and live-update Flash is critical for FDA-regulated devices where firmware must be updatable without recalling equipment. Designers must still validate IEC 60601-1 and IEC 62304 compliance at the system level - the MCU alone is not a certified medical device.
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Graphics-Driven HMI Touch Panels
For graphics-driven HMI panels (factory automation touchscreens, building-access terminals), the PIC32MZ2048EFH100-I/GJX drives parallel RGB TFT displays through its PMP peripheral, scans capacitive touch overlays via dedicated CTMU hardware, and runs the Segger emWin or Microchip MPLAB Harmony Graphics Suite stack. Dual-panel Flash enables safe GUI asset updates. The integrated Ethernet and CAN peripherals allow these panels to act as nodes on industrial networks without needing a separate communications MCU.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MZ2048EFH100-I/GJX — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MZ2048EFH100-250I/GJX | PIC32MZ2048EFH100T-I/GJX | PIC32MZ2048EFH100-E/GJX | PIC32MZ1024EFH100-I/GJX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 100-TFBGA (7x7 mm, GJX) | 100-TFBGA (7x7 mm, GJX) - same | 100-TFBGA (7x7 mm, GJX) - same | 100-TFBGA (7x7 mm, GJX) - same | 100-TFBGA (7x7 mm, GJX) - same |
| Maximum Core Frequency | 200 MHz | 252 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 2 MB | 2 MB | 2 MB | 2 MB | 1 MB |
| SRAM | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +85C (Industrial) | -40C to +125C (Extended) | -40C to +85C (Industrial) |
| Crypto Engine | AES/3DES/SHA/MD5/HMAC + RNG | AES/3DES/SHA/MD5/HMAC + RNG | AES/3DES/SHA/MD5/HMAC + RNG | AES/3DES/SHA/MD5/HMAC + RNG | AES/3DES/SHA/MD5/HMAC + RNG |
| USB / Ethernet / CAN | HS-USB + 10/100 MAC + 2x CAN 2.0B | Same | Same | Same | Same |
Key Differentiators
- Higher CPU speed (200 MHz vs 80 MHz on PIC32MX) for DSP and graphics workloads (vs PIC32MX795F512L-80I/PT)
- Built-in Hi-Speed USB 2.0 with on-chip PHY (vs PIC32MX795F512L-80I/PT)
- Dual-panel Flash for live firmware updates (vs PIC32MX series)
- Hardware crypto engine (AES/SHA) eliminates software TLS overhead (vs PIC32MZ2048ECM100-I/PT (no crypto))
Design Notes
The PIC32MZ2048EFH100-I/GJX requires a clean 2.3-3.6 V supply with separate analog (VDDAN) and digital (VDD) rails joined at a single ferrite bead. Place a 10 uF bulk + 100 nF ceramic + 10 nF high-frequency cap within 2 mm of each VDD ball group. The Hi-Speed USB PHY requires a regulated 3.3 V on VUSB3V3; if unused, tie VUSB3V3 to VDD through a 10 kOhm resistor to avoid floating input current. Estimated: with all peripherals enabled at 200 MHz, core current consumption approaches 80-100 mA - budget the LDO accordingly.
The 100-TFBGA 0.65 mm pitch package requires 4-layer PCB with microvia stackups (laser-drilled or plasma-etched). Use a 1 oz (35 um) copper pour on the outer layers with 0.5 oz inner planes. Microchip's 'PIC32MZ EF Family PCB Layout Checklist' (AN2340) recommends keeping trace length from crystal to OSC1/OSC2 below 5 mm and surrounding the 12 MHz primary crystal with a grounded guard ring to reduce EMI. Estimated: 4-layer stackup adds roughly 0.30 USD to PCB cost versus 2-layer but is mandatory for BGA reliability.
At 200 MHz with all peripherals active, the PIC32MZ2048EFH100-I/GJX dissipates approximately 0.4-0.6 W (estimated based on typical 2 mA/MHz + peripheral current sums). The TFBGA package has theta_JA around 30-40 C/W on a 4-layer JEDEC test board, so junction temperature rise above ambient is roughly 15-25 C. No external heatsink is needed, but the central exposed pad (if present in your variant) must be soldered to the ground plane for thermal spreading and mechanical reliability. Refer to package thermal model for exact figures.
Do not skip the configuration of the FPLLEN bit in DEVCFG1 - the default PLL divider is for 4 MHz crystal input, not the typical 12 MHz used on PIC32MZ EF starter kits. Without correct PLL config, the part will boot at 60 MHz instead of 200 MHz. Second, dual-panel Flash requires carefully crafted linker scripts and the FSEC/FSIGN settings; an incorrect boot sequence can lock the device. Always use Microchip's MPLAB Harmony Configuration (MHC) to generate initial DEVCFG bits and linker files, and verify with a known-good bootloader such as the one in AN1388.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per Microchip product page. Standard -I/GJX industrial grade is NOT AEC-Q100 qualified; automotive deployments should request AEC-Q100 specific part numbers directly from Microchip. Halogen-free per Microchip environmental compliance documentation.
