PIC24FJ in PIC Microcontrollers Family
The PIC24FJ family by Microchip Technology represents a mainstream 16-bit microcontroller line designed to bridge the gap between 8-bit PIC18 parts and high-performance 32-bit MCUs. Built on a modified Harvard architecture, these devices provide a robust interrupt controller, sophisticated 16-bit timers, and versatile peripheral sets. They are widely utilized in industrial and consumer electronics where power efficiency, predictable real-time performance, and a rich set of integrated analog and digital peripherals are required for cost-sensitive designs.
Variants in This Sub-Family
Comparing specs that differ across variants.
| Part Number | Flash | RAM | I/O Pins | Package | Speed | ADC/DAC | Stock |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PIC24FJ64GA002 (Microchip Technology) | 64KB | 8K | 21 | SSOP-28 | 32M | A/D 10x10b | 2,120 |
| PIC24FJ128GA010-I/PT (Microchip Technology) | 128KB | 8K | 84 | TQFP-100 | 16M | A/D 16x10b | 267 |
| PIC24FJ256GA110-I/PT (Microchip Technology) | 256KB | 16K | 85 | TQFP-100 | 32M | A/D 16x10b | 1,341 |
Variants within the PIC24FJ sub-family primarily scale by Flash memory capacity, ranging from 16KB to 256KB, and pin counts spanning 28 to 100 pins. While the core architecture remains consistent, specific GA, GB, or GC suffixes indicate specialized hardware blocks. For instance, 'GB' variants typically include integrated USB 2.0 On-The-Go support, while 'GA' variants focus on general-purpose I/O and standard connectivity, allowing engineers to optimize for cost or specific peripheral requirements.
