PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-E/JWX - 180MHz 32-bit MCU, 2MB Flash | Microchip
MPN: PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-E/JWX ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $12.45 | $12.45 |
| 10 | $11.85 | $118.50 |
| 100 | $10.95 | $1,095.00 |
| 500 | $10.1 | $5,050.00 |
| 1,000 | $9.2 | $9,200.00 |
PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-E/JWX Overview
A microcontroller (MCU) is a single-chip computer that integrates a CPU core, memory (Flash for program code and SRAM for runtime data), and a rich set of peripherals (ADC, timers, communication controllers, GPIO) on one die. Within the semiconductor taxonomy, microcontrollers sit under microprocessors and embedded processors; the PIC32MZ EF specifically uses the MIPS32 M-Class core, which is a Harvard-architecture RISC CPU with hardware multiply/divide and an optional DSP ASE. Compared with simple 8-bit MCUs, a 32-bit MCU like the PIC32MZ EF offers much higher throughput per MHz, larger addressable memory, and richer peripheral integration for networked or graphically demanding products.
Key features of the PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-E/JWX include 2 MB (2M x 8) of Flash program memory, 512 KB of SRAM, and 144 GPIO-capable pins on a compact 7x7 mm TFBGA. The device integrates a 12-bit ADC module, multiple DMA channels, nine timers, two watchdog timers, two comparators, and a Real-Time Clock (RTC). Connectivity is extensive: Hi-Speed USB, 10/100 Ethernet MAC, CAN, multiple UART/SPI/I2C, and parallel master port for graphics displays. The crypto engine accelerates AES, DES, and SHA hashes for IoT security. Operating temperature is -40C to +125C (automotive/extended grade, indicated by the 'E' in the part number).
At 180 MHz the MIPS M-Class core executes 180 MIPS with single-cycle Flash access and prefetch buffer, while the FPU provides hardware single-precision floating-point. The 144-ball TFBGA package provides fine-pitch high-I/O connectivity in a small 7x7 mm footprint, well suited to multilayer PCBs. Power domains and low-power Run/Idle/Sleep modes allow trade-offs between active MIPS and quiescent draw for battery-aware designs.
Typical applications include industrial IoT gateways, automotive body and HMI controllers, graphics-touch HMIs with TFT displays, motor control BLDC/PMSM drives, audio processing systems with USB streaming, and secure connected devices needing on-chip encryption. This variant's tape-and-reel packaging and -40C to +125C temperature grade suit high-volume, harsh-environment manufacturing.
When designing with this MCU, allocate sufficient decoupling (typically 100 nF per VDD pin and bulk 4.7 uF per rail), follow the TFBGA escape pattern for the 7x7 mm BGA with microvia stack-ups, and verify firmware against the PIC32MZ EF errata. The 'E' temperature grade supports industrial and automotive deployments; choose the 'I' grade (200 MHz variants) where highest performance at 125C is required.
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View Datasheet →PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-E/JWX Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core Architecture | MIPS32 M-Class (PIC32MZ EF family) |
| Core Bit Width | 32-bit |
| Maximum CPU Frequency | 180 MHz |
| FPU | Hardware single-precision Floating Point Unit |
| Program Flash Memory | 2 MB (2M x 8) |
| SRAM | 512 KB |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +125C (Automotive / E grade) |
| Package | 144-ball TFBGA (7x7 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (Tape & Reel) |
| ADC | 12-bit |
| DMA Channels | 8 |
| Timers | 9 (16/32-bit) |
| Watchdog Timers | 2 |
| Comparators | 2 |
| RTC | Yes (Real-Time Clock) |
| USB | Hi-Speed USB 2.0 (Host/Device/OTG) |
| Ethernet | 10/100 MAC (RMII/MII) |
| CAN | Yes (CAN 2.0B) |
| Crypto Engine | AES, DES, 3DES, SHA-1/SHA-256 |
| I/O Pins | 144 (package total terminals) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-E/JWX 144-ball tfbga (7x7 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-E/JWX (144-ball tfbga (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 PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-E/JWX.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-E/JWX is suitable for 7 applications: Industrial IoT Gateway, Automotive Body/HMI Controller, Graphics HMI / TFT Display, BLDC / PMSM Motor Control, USB Audio Streaming Device, Secure Connected IoT Sensor Node, High-Density Industrial Control.
Industrial IoT Gateway
The PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-E/JWX is well matched to industrial IoT gateways because it combines a 180 MHz MIPS M-Class core with hardware FPU, 2 MB Flash for TLS/TCP-IP stacks, 512 KB SRAM for packet buffering, integrated 10/100 Ethernet MAC, Hi-Speed USB, and CAN 2.0B on a single chip. Compared with lower-end Cortex-M0+ parts, it delivers 10-20x the throughput for edge-protocol conversion (Modbus-TCP, OPC-UA, MQTT-SN) while remaining in a 7x7 mm BGA that fits compact DIN-rail enclosures. The -40C to +125C E-grade thermal envelope supports cabinet-mounted deployments.
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Automotive Body/HMI Controller
The PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-E/JWX's 144-ball TFBGA, -40C to +125C E grade, and integrated CAN 2.0B make it suitable for automotive body controllers and HMI nodes. The 2 MB Flash and 512 KB SRAM support AUTOSAR-style middleware and graphics libraries, while the parallel master port can drive small TFT displays for HVAC or instrument-cluster sub-panels. The FPU accelerates torque/speed calculations when offloading gateway logic from a primary ECU. Choose PIC32MZ2048EFH144T-250I/PL as the higher-spec 250 MHz alternative for full cluster designs.
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Graphics HMI / TFT Display
The PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-E/JWX drives small TFT HMI panels directly through its parallel master port (PMP/EPMP) and EBI, with 2 MB Flash providing ample storage for bitmaps, fonts, and emWin/MtchPad graphics stacks. The 180 MHz CPU and hardware FPU keep frame-redraw latency under 16 ms for menu animations on QVGA/WQVGA displays. Its 7x7 mm 144-ball TFBGA supports dense multilayer PCBs where display connector, capacitive-touch I2C bus, and backlight PWM must coexist in tight routing. The E grade's -40C to +125C range suits in-cabin and outdoor kiosks.
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BLDC / PMSM Motor Control
Field-oriented control (FOC) of BLDC and PMSM motors is a primary target for the PIC32MZ EF family. The PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-E/JWX delivers 180 MIPS with single-precision FPU, enabling 20 kHz current-loop FOC with simultaneous speed/torque control. Its 9 timers and 2 analog comparators feed the PWM/ADC synchronization, while the 12-bit ADC at 1 MSPS samples phase currents at the right edge of the center-aligned PWM. The 2 MB Flash holds sensorless-startup tables and the 512 KB SRAM avoids runtime stalls during flux estimation.
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USB Audio Streaming Device
The PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-E/JWX integrates Hi-Speed USB 2.0 with PHY, 2 MB Flash for USB class drivers and audio codecs, and 512 KB SRAM for multi-channel DMA audio buffers. The crypto engine secures authenticated firmware updates over USB, and the integrated 12-bit ADC plus I2S/SSC peripherals drive microphone arrays or external DAC chains. With 180 MHz and FPU, real-time audio effects (mixing, EQ) are achievable without an external DSP. The 144-ball TFBGA footprint supports compact USB-dongle form factors.
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Secure Connected IoT Sensor Node
The PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-E/JWX targets secure connected sensor nodes through its integrated crypto engine (AES, DES, 3DES, SHA-1/SHA-256) plus TLS libraries stored in 2 MB Flash. The Ethernet MAC and HS USB enable both wired and wireless-bridge topologies (paired with an external Wi-Fi/BLE module over UART/SPI). At 180 MHz, MQTT-SN publish cycles and TLS handshakes complete in tens of milliseconds - far faster than Cortex-M0+ alternatives. The E grade temperature rating supports outdoor and industrial deployments.
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High-Density Industrial Control
The PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-E/JWX's 144 GPIO balls (many with interrupt capability), 8 DMA channels, and 9 timers suit large industrial machines where multiple sensor inputs, actuators, and communication buses must be serviced concurrently. With 2 MB Flash, complex PLC-style ladder logic or motion sequencing can be coded in C without external memory. The 180 MHz MIPS core executes deterministic scan cycles under 1 ms. The -40C to +125C E grade and BGA thermal mass dissipate heat reliably in sealed cabinets.
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Engineering reference data for PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-E/JWX — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC32MZ2048EFM144-E/JWX | PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-I/JWX | PIC32MZ1024EFM144T-E/JWX | PIC32MZ2048EFG144-E/JWX | PIC32MZ2048EFH144-E/JWX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 144-TFBGA (7x7 mm) | 144-TFBGA (7x7 mm) - same | 144-TFBGA (7x7 mm) - same | 144-TFBGA (7x7 mm) - same | 144-TFBGA (7x7 mm) - same | 144-TFBGA (7x7 mm) - same |
| Maximum CPU Frequency | 180 MHz | 180 MHz | 200 MHz | 180 MHz | 180 MHz | 180 MHz |
| Program Flash | 2 MB | 2 MB | 2 MB | 1 MB | 2 MB | 2 MB |
| SRAM | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB |
| Crypto Engine | Yes (AES/DES/SHA) | Yes (AES/DES/SHA) | Yes (AES/DES/SHA) | Yes (AES/DES/SHA) | No (G grade omits crypto) | Yes (AES/DES/SHA) |
| CAN Interface | CAN 2.0B | CAN 2.0B | CAN 2.0B | CAN 2.0B | CAN 2.0B | CAN 2.0B + CAN-FD |
| Temperature Grade | E (-40C to +125C) | E (-40C to +125C) | I (Automotive, 200 MHz) | E (-40C to +125C) | E (-40C to +125C) | E (-40C to +125C) |
| Packaging Form | Tape & Reel | Tray | Tape & Reel | Tape & Reel | Tray | Tray |
Key Differentiators
- Higher Flash density in the same 144-TFBGA footprint vs the 1 MB variant (vs PIC32MZ1024EFM144T-E/JWX)
- Higher 200 MHz clock headroom vs E grade 180 MHz (vs PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-I/JWX)
- Integrated crypto engine absent from G grade (vs PIC32MZ2048EFG144-E/JWX)
Design Notes
The 144-ball TFBGA at 7x7 mm has 0.5 mm or 0.65 mm pitch - verify exact pitch from the Microchip package drawing before laying out escape traces. Use microvia-in-pad stack-up (laser-drilled vias) or dog-bone fan-out with 4 signal layers minimum. Place at least one 100 nF X7R 0402 decoupling capacitor under the BGA per VDD/VDDIO pair and a 4.7 uF bulk cap per rail adjacent to the package. Maintain a continuous GND pour on layer 2 to provide low-impedance return for the high-speed USB and Ethernet signals.
The PIC32MZ EF requires a stable core voltage rail - typically 1.8V or 3.3V depending on the BOM option - and a separate 3.3V analog rail for the ADC and PLL. Power-on-reset and brown-out reset thresholds must be configured via the FDEVOPT register; Microchip recommends the MCP1700 or MCP1727 LDO for the analog rail because of their low dropout and high PSRR. Estimate: at 180 MHz active and full peripheral use, core current peaks at 70-90 mA, so the LDO must source at least 120 mA with headroom for inrush on cold start.
Before firmware bring-up, always read the latest PIC32MZ EF errata document from Microchip - silicon revisions occasionally have ADC, USB, or DMA bugs that require software workarounds. Do not program the Flash configuration words until the ICSPEN bit is enabled and JTAGEN/TRACE is configured; lockouts can brick the device. Also ensure unused balls are tied per the datasheet (typically to GND or NC as marked) to prevent ESD latch-up during assembly.
Route the 50 MHz Ethernet RMII signals (or MII at 25 MHz) with 50-ohm controlled impedance and length-matched within 50 mil; place the external LAN8742A PHY within 25 mm of the MAC pins. Hi-Speed USB D+/D- must be 90-ohm differential with common-mode choke and ESD array near the connector. The analog ADC inputs require an isolated analog ground island joined at a single point to digital GND near the MCU's AGND/AVSS pins to avoid digital switching noise coupling into ADC samples.
Compliance Information
E temperature grade is industrial/automotive rated per Microchip ordering guide but the base PIC32MZ2048EFM144T-E/JWX is not explicitly AEC-Q100 qualified; for AEC-Q100 documentation contact Microchip. RoHS and lead-free per Microchip product page.
