Microchip Technology has launched the PIC32CM PL10 series of microcontrollers, expanding its Arm® Cortex®-M0+ based offerings. Designed for flexibility, these low-power devices operate at 5V, balancing performance, system simplicity, and cost-effectiveness for a broad range of applications.

The series targets diverse markets, including industrial control, building automation, home appliances, power tools, and sensor systems. A key feature is its pin-to-pin compatibility with AVR® MCUs, facilitating easy migration for engineers within Microchip’s unified MCU ecosystem.

Integration of Core Independent Peripherals (CIP) allows time-sensitive tasks to be offloaded from the CPU, enhancing real-time performance and power efficiency. The MCU includes an on-chip Peripheral Touch Controller (PTC) and a 12-bit ADC, supporting responsive touch interfaces and robust analog signal measurement.

For development, the series is supported by Microchip’s MPLAB® ecosystem and is compatible with industry-standard tools such as Microsoft Visual Studio Code, IAR Systems, and Arm Keil. This provides developers with flexible options for software design and debugging.

Greg Robinson, Vice President of Microchip's MCU business unit, emphasized that the PL10 series enables a smooth transition to higher performance while retaining the ease of use, efficiency, and cost advantages of 8-bit solutions.

ICgoodFind : The PIC32CM PL10 series addresses the growing need for adaptable, cost-efficient MCUs in mid- to low-end embedded markets, supporting faster product development and iteration across multiple industries.