PIC32MZ2048EFH124T-I/TL - 200MHz 32-Bit MCU 2MB Flash | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MZ2048EFH124T-I/TL ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18.4 | $18.40 |
| 10 | $16.85 | $168.50 |
| 100 | $14.95 | $1,495.00 |
| 500 | $13.4 | $6,700.00 |
| 1,000 | $11.95 | $11,950.00 |
PIC32MZ2048EFH124T-I/TL Overview
A 32-bit microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a processor core, program memory (Flash), data memory (SRAM), and a wide range of peripherals on one die. Within the broader taxonomy, the PIC32MZ EF family sits at the intersection of high-performance embedded connectivity and DSP-capable processing, bridging 8/16-bit MCU simplicity and application processor complexity. This class of MCU targets Industrial, Automotive (AEC-Q100 grade 1 variants exist in the family), IoT, Graphics/HMI, and Motor Control market segments where deterministic real-time performance and rich connectivity are required.
Headline features include High-Speed USB 2.0 (480 Mbps), 10/100 Mbps Ethernet MAC with IEEE 1588 support, two CAN 2.0b controllers, SQI (Serial Quad Interface) for external memory, multiple UART/SPI/I2C peripherals, a 12-bit 5 MSPS ADC up to 48 channels, and advanced audio/graphics interfaces (I2S, HMI). Operating from 2.3V to 3.6V with industrial temperature range (-40 °C to +85 °C), it balances high-throughput DSP processing and low-power sleep modes (down to sub-mA standby).
Architecturally, the MIPS Warrior M-class core issues up to 4 instructions per clock and pairs with a tightly-coupled FPU to accelerate floating-point DSP kernels used in audio decoding, motor control, and signal conditioning. Dual Panel Flash enables fail-safe firmware live updates - critical for Industrial IoT gateways and automotive clusters that must remain in service during firmware upgrades.
Typical applications include Industrial IoT gateways with Ethernet/USB, automotive infotainment HMI, motor control (BLDC/PMSM FOC), audio processing, multi-protocol bridging (UART/CAN/SPI-to-Ethernet), and high-resolution graphics HMI. The exposed-pad VTLA-124 package requires careful PCB thermal management and a 9 x 9 mm land pattern with thermal via array to the inner ground plane.
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PIC32MZ2048EFH124T-I/TL Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 M-Class (MIPS Warrior) |
| Core Clock Speed | 200 MHz (330 DMIPS) |
| FPU | IEEE 754 single/double precision hardware |
| DSP Extensions | Four 64-bit accumulators, single-cycle MAC, saturating and fractional math |
| Program Flash | 2 MB (2M x 8) Dual Panel for live update |
| SRAM | 512 KB |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 2.3 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +85 °C (Industrial, I grade) |
| Package | 124-VTLA (9x9 mm) with exposed pad |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| USB | USB 2.0 High-Speed (480 Mbps) Host/Device/OTG |
| Ethernet | 10/100 Mbps MAC with IEEE 1588 and MII/RMII interface |
| CAN | 2 x CAN 2.0b controllers |
| ADC | 12-bit, up to 48 channels, 5 MSPS |
| SQI | Serial Quad Interface for external Flash/PSRAM |
| MSL Level | MSL (per JEDEC J-STD-020) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC32MZ2048EFH124T-I/TL 124-vtla (9x9 mm) with exposed pad Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for PIC32MZ2048EFH124T-I/TL (124-vtla (9x9 mm) with exposed pad 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 PIC32MZ2048EFH124T-I/TL.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
PIC32MZ2048EFH124T-I/TL is suitable for 7 applications: Industrial IoT Gateway with Ethernet and USB, Automotive Infotainment HMI Controller, BLDC / PMSM Motor Control (FOC), Multi-Protocol Industrial Bridge (UART/CAN/SPI-to-Ethernet), Audio Processing and Effects Pedal, High-Resolution HMI / Graphics Display Controller, Smart Energy / Metering Concentrator.
Industrial IoT Gateway with Ethernet and USB
The PIC32MZ2048EFH124T-I/TL's integrated 10/100 Ethernet MAC with IEEE 1588 precision-time-protocol hardware, USB 2.0 High-Speed Host/Device/OTG, and dual CAN 2.0b controllers make it a true single-chip IoT gateway. Its 200 MHz MIPS core with FPU and DSP extensions can run TLS stacks plus on-device analytics without an external MPU, and the 512 KB SRAM allows multi-protocol buffering. Pair it with a Micrel/KSZ8041 PHY and an ESP32 Wi-Fi co-processor for full cloud-connectivity in factory-floor nodes.
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Automotive Infotainment HMI Controller
With 2 MB of Dual Panel Flash for fail-safe live firmware updates, USB HS for media streaming, I2S audio interfaces, and a hardware FPU, the PIC32MZ2048EFH124T-I/TL is well-suited to mid-tier automotive HMI clusters. The MIPS DSP extensions handle audio decoding (MP3/AAC) in software while the SQI interface drives an external LCD frame buffer. For AEC-Q100 grade 1 needs, select the PIC32MZ2048EFH124-E/TL extended-temperature variant of the same die.
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BLDC / PMSM Motor Control (FOC)
The PIC32MZ2048EFH124T-I/TL's four 64-bit DSP accumulators, single-cycle MAC, and 200 MHz core are tuned for Field-Oriented Control of three-phase BLDC/PMSM motors. The 12-bit 5 MSPS ADC with up to 48 channels and four simultaneous S&H converters sample all three phase currents plus DC-bus voltage in parallel. Dual CAN buses expose the drive on CANopen or CAN-FD, while Ethernet enables Industry-4.0 motor control nodes.
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Multi-Protocol Industrial Bridge (UART/CAN/SPI-to-Ethernet)
Industrial automation requires bridging legacy UART, SPI, and CAN field buses to Ethernet-based SCADA. The PIC32MZ2048EFH124T-I/TL runs all four buses concurrently thanks to its rich peripheral set and 2 MB Flash for protocol stacks (Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP, MQTT-SN). The hardware FPU accelerates TLS/DTLS handshakes, while the dual CAN 2.0b controllers can bridge two independent CAN networks through one Ethernet port.
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Audio Processing and Effects Pedal
Audio products benefit from the PIC32MZ2048EFH124T-I/TL's MIPS DSP extensions, hardware FPU, and I2S digital audio interfaces. Effects algorithms (reverb, chorus, EQ) run in real time at 200 MHz, while 512 KB of SRAM provides ample delay-line memory. USB HS enables a class-compliant USB Audio device interface, and the SQI peripheral can boot-load large sound-bank data from external Flash.
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High-Resolution HMI / Graphics Display Controller
The PIC32MZ2048EFH124T-I/TL drives mid-resolution TFT displays (up to 480x272 WQVGA) via the PMP/Parallel Master Port plus SQI external frame-buffer Flash. The 200 MHz core handles anti-aliased fonts, widgets, and partial-screen refresh, while 512 KB SRAM caches rendered tiles. USB HS enables firmware updates, and Ethernet supports remote HMI panels on the factory floor.
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Smart Energy / Metering Concentrator
Utility-grade metering concentrators aggregate data from many edge meters over CAN, RS-485, or wireless M-Bus, then forward to the cloud via Ethernet or cellular. The PIC32MZ2048EFH124T-I/TL provides four UART, two CAN, and a 10/100 Ethernet MAC, plus AES hardware accelerators for secure data aggregation. Industrial temperature operation and Dual Panel Flash allow fail-safe remote firmware updates.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MZ2048EFH124T-I/TL — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MZ2048EFH124-I/TL | PIC32MZ2048EFH124-E/TL | PIC32MZ1024EFH124T-I/TL | PIC32MZ2048EFG124T-I/TL | PIC32MZ2048EFM124-E/TL | PIC32MZ2048ECM124T-I/TL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 124-VTLA (9x9 mm) | 124-VTLA (9x9) - same | 124-VTLA (9x9) - same | 124-VTLA (9x9) - same | 124-VTLA (9x9) - same | 124-VTLA (9x9) - same | 124-VTLA (9x9) - same |
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Flash Memory | 2 MB (Dual Panel) | 2 MB | 2 MB | 1 MB | 2 MB | 2 MB | 2 MB |
| SRAM | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB |
| Core Speed | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz | 200 MHz |
| Temperature Grade | -40 °C to +85 °C (Industrial) | -40 °C to +85 °C | -40 °C to +125 °C (Extended) | -40 °C to +85 °C | -40 °C to +85 °C | -40 °C to +125 °C (Extended) | -40 °C to +85 °C |
| Packaging Form | Tape & Reel | Tray | Tray | Tape & Reel | Tape & Reel | Tray | Tape & Reel |
| Live-Update Flash (Dual Panel) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. qty-100 price (USD) | 14.95 | ~14.50 | ~16.20 | ~12.40 | ~14.95 | ~16.20 | ~13.10 |
Key Differentiators
- Dual Panel Flash with live-update boot ROM (vs PIC32MZ1024EFH124T-I/TL)
- Industrial (-I) temperature grade for typical embedded use (vs PIC32MZ2048EFH124-E/TL)
- Tape-and-Reel packaging for SMT assembly (vs PIC32MZ2048EFH124-I/TL)
- PIC32MZ EF (full peripheral set) over lower-cost ECM/ECG variants (vs PIC32MZ2048ECM124T-I/TL)
Design Notes
Estimated: at 200 MHz with peripherals active, the PIC32MZ2048EFH124T-I/TL draws approximately 130 mA from VDD = 3.3 V, dissipating ~430 mW. The 124-VTLA exposed pad has a theta_JA around 18 °C/W on a 4-layer JEDEC JESD51-7 PCB, yielding a ~8 °C rise at room temperature. A thermal via array (0.3 mm pitch, 12-16 vias) under the exposed pad to the inner ground plane is required to stay within the 100 °C ambient operating envelope at +85 °C ambient. Without thermal vias, theta_JA rises to ~30 °C/W and can derate clocking.
The 124-VTLA is a 9x9 mm fine-pitch package - place a 4-layer PCB with continuous reference ground beneath the IC and 50 ohm controlled impedance traces for USB DP/DN and Ethernet RMII pairs. Bypass VDD with one 4.7 µF bulk and one 0.1 µF MLCC per supply pin pair, placed within 2 mm of the IC. Decouple AVDD (ADC supply) separately and feed it through a ferrite bead from VDD to keep ADC SNR above 70 dB. Keep the USB DP/DN traces length-matched and free of stubs.
Do not omit the 32.768 kHz crystal on SOSC if you need the RTCC (real-time clock) or low-power sleep modes - the internal LPRC drift is unsuitable for calendar functions. Configure the unused analog pins as digital outputs (not floating inputs) to avoid shoot-through current on the I/O ring. When using Peripheral Pin Select (PPS), verify your pin map against the device-specific PPS table - functions are not mapped 1-to-1 across the family. Finally, never disable JTAG via Configuration Word without first providing an alternate debug path, or you will brick the part in-circuit.
Route Ethernet MII traces length-matched within 25 mm and isolated from switching DC/DC nodes. Place the 25 MHz Ethernet PHY reference clock as close to the PHY as possible and guard it with a GND keep-out zone. The USB DP/DN trace impedance must be 90 ohm differential, and any series common-mode choke should sit within 4 mm of the connector. Use a star-ground topology from the exposed pad to chassis ground via a short 0 ohm link, with all digital return currents confined to the inner ground plane.
Estimated: at full CPU + FPU + DSP load the PIC32MZ EF draws ~130 mA at 3.3 V. In Sleep mode with RTCC and WDT active it drops to ~30 µA, and in Deep Sleep with retention to ~0.7 µA - useful for battery-backed Industrial IoT sensors. For noise-sensitive analog paths, power the MCU from an LDO with at least 25 µF of output capacitance (10 µF MLCC + 22 µF tantalum) to suppress load-transient spikes during FPU peak events. Avoid switching DC/DC converters feeding the analog rails without an LC post-filter.
Compliance Information
Industrial -I grade (-40 °C to +85 °C); for AEC-Q100 automotive applications choose the -E/-EQ suffix variants. RoHS compliant per Microchip product page.
