Microchip launches new 32-bit MCU with integrated embedded hardware security module to protect industrial and consumer applications

As security threats continue to evolve and become more sophisticated, designers of industrial and consumer applications must consider implementing security features into their devices during the development process. To allow designers to easily integrate security features into applications, Microchip Technology Inc. today announced the launch of the new PIC32CZ CA 32-bit microcontroller family. The devices feature a 300 MHz Arm® ^Cortex® - ^M7 processor, an integrated hardware security module (HSM), and support for multiple connectivity and flash memory options for increased flexibility.

The new PIC32CZ CA device family includes the PIC32CZ CA90 with integrated HSM or the PIC32CZ CA80 without integrated HSM. The HSM in the PIC32CZ CA90 is a monolithic solution that provides advanced security for industrial and consumer applications. HSM operates as a security subsystem with an onboard independent MCU, running firmware and security functions, including hardware secure boot, key storage, encryption acceleration, true random number generator, etc.

For products requiring higher security, the PIC32CZ CA90 offers factory preconfiguration capabilities, providing customers with preconfigured devices for deployment. Microchip’s Trusted Platform Development Kit is an in-house security configuration tool that enables secure supply chain channels for high-volume or low-volume production.

"The PIC32CZ CA microcontrollers make it easier for our customers to implement embedded security features in their designs," said Rod Drake, vice president of Microchip's 32-bit MCU business unit. "These microcontrollers are extremely versatile and can be factory configured for low-volume production and can also Other customized configurations such as connectivity and memory to meet various requirements.”

PIC32CZ CA microcontrollers can be configured with a variety of connectivity options, including USART/UART, I2C, SPI, CAN FD, Hi-Speed ​​USB and Gigabit Ethernet. Ethernet connections include Audio Video Bridging (AVB) and Precision Time Protocol (PTP) based on the IEEE 1588 standard.

The devices are expandable with 2, 4 or 8 MB onboard Flash, 1 MB SRAM and error correction code (ECC) memory to reduce data corruption.

The PIC32CZ CA device is the latest 32-bit microcontroller, adding to Microchip's PIC32 and SAM family product lines. The range offers high performance, functionality and features that can be used to customize and create innovative products.

development tools

These devices support the PIC32CZ CA90 Curiosity Ultra Development Board, PIC32CZ CA80 Curiosity Ultra Development Board and MPLAB® Harmony v3 for testing, programming and debugging during the design phase.

Availability and Pricing

PIC32CZ CA80 is packaged in BGA 208, priced at US$14.80 per piece, and sold in units of 10,000 pieces. PIC32CZ CA90 is packaged in BGA 208, priced at US$15.54 per piece, and sold in units of 10,000 pieces. For more information or to purchase, please contact a Microchip sales representative, authorized worldwide distributor or visit Microchip's purchasing and customer service website at www.microchipdirect.com.