
Microchip PIC32-BZ6 Wireless Microcontrollers
Advanced connectivity and exceptional scalability in one IC
Designing connected products that keep pace with evolving wireless standards and demanding environments can be complex and costly. As applications scale, frequent redesigns and added integration risk can slow time to market and limit long-term flexibility.
Microchip’s PIC32-BZ6 wireless microcontroller family addresses these challenges with a secure, single-chip, multiprotocol platform built to scale. Designed for industrial, automotive and IoT applications, PIC32-BZ6 enables developers to add features and connectivity without added complexity, helping accelerate development while delivering long-term product value.
Features
- 128 MHz Arm Cortex-based core with 2 MB Flash and 512 KB RAM
- Highly integrated wireless support for Bluetooth LE, Thread and proprietary protocols
- Versatile peripherals optimized for IoT applications, including:
- Touch and graphics for advanced user interfaces
- Quadrature Encoder Interface (QEI) for precise motor control
- CAN FD for robust automotive and industrial communication
- USB for data transfer and PC integration
- Up to 54 GPIO
- Automotive AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualified, up to 125°C
- Globally pre-certified modules to reduce RF design effort and regulatory complexity
Key Benefits
With 2 MB Flash and 512 KB RAM, PIC32-BZ6 supports complex applications and evolving standards. Scalable pin counts and package options allow designs to grow without major redesigns.
Support for Bluetooth LE, Thread, Matter and proprietary wireless protocols enables seamless wireless and wired integration on a single platform.
Integrated QEI, touch, CAN FD and USB peripherals simplify development of advanced interfaces, reliable communications and precise motor control systems.
An immutable secure boot ROM and hardware-based security engine help protect applications and intellectual property against evolving threats.
Applications

- Smart thermostats, switches and appliances
- Portable medical equipment or fitness monitors
- Process control systems

- Personal care device
- Shutters, fans and heat pumps
- Instant print cameras and remote-control toys

- Building management and HVAC control systems
- Industrial data loggers
- Telematics gateways

- On-board diagnostics or telematics
- After market remote starters
- Two-wheeler instrument clusters
Evaluation Board
PIC32-BZ6 Curiosity Board
This full-featured development board supports rapid prototyping with Bluetooth LE, Thread, CAN FD, Ethernet, motor control and touch capabilities for smart home, industrial and automotive designs.
