MCHPPIC32MX170F256D-50I/PT

Overview

The PIC32MX170F256D-50I/PT is a high-performance 32-bit microcontroller featuring a MIPS32 M4K core operating at up to 50MHz. It combines 256KB of Flash memory with 64KB of RAM and provides a robust set of peripherals including Full-Speed USB OTG, dual SPI, and dual I2C interfaces. This device is particularly useful for applications requiring more processing power and memory than standard 8-bit or 16-bit microcontrollers can offer.

Why Choose This Part

This MCU offers a compelling balance of performance and flexibility with its Peripheral Pin Select (PPS) feature, allowing for easier PCB routing by reconfiguring I/O mapping. It supports 5V-tolerant digital inputs, simplifying integration with legacy logic levels and industrial sensors. The inclusion of a 4-channel DMA controller and high-speed memory access enables efficient data throughput without stalling the main processing core.

Applications

Getting Started

To begin development, use the MPLAB X IDE and the XC32 compiler provided by Microchip. Hardware debugging is best accomplished using a PICkit 4 or MPLAB ICD 4 in-circuit debugger. For rapid prototyping, the Curiosity Development Board (DM320103) provides a compatible environment for the PIC32MX family.

PIC32MX170 Family

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Also Consider

PIC32MX270F256D-50I/PT MCHPMicrochip Technology - An alternative if your design requires more advanced USB configurations or slightly different peripheral mapping.

STM32F411CEU6 STMicroelectronics - Offers an ARM Cortex-M4 core with a higher clock speed of 100MHz and an FPU if more computational power is required.

ATSAMD21G18A-AU MCHPMicrochip Technology - A Cortex-M0+ alternative with a vast ecosystem of Arduino-compatible libraries for simpler firmware development.

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