Microchip Technology AC164310

Overview

AC164310 from Microchip Technology is an 84-lead PLCC socket module designed for use with the MPLAB PM3 Universal Device Programmer to support in-system and socket-based programming of Microchip PICmicro® and dsPIC30F devices in 84-lead PLCC packages. It features multi-pin connector interface, hot-swappable configuration, and mechanical compatibility with MPLAB PM3's 40-programmable-pin architecture.

For engineers reviewing the AC164310 datasheet, AC164310 pinout, AC164310 application, or AC164310 equivalent, this socket module enables reliable, high-yield programming of legacy and production-grade PLCC-packaged MCUs without requiring custom fixtures or PCB rework.

Technical Context

The AC164310 implements a passive, zero-insertion-force (ZIF) socket interface with 84-position dual-row PLCC contact layout aligned to JEDEC MO-047B standards. It routes all device signals-including VDD, VSS, PGD, PGC, MCLR, and I/O-through gold-plated beryllium copper contacts rated for >50,000 insertion cycles.

It operates exclusively as a mechanical and electrical adapter between the MPLAB PM3's programmable 40-pin header and 84L PLCC devices, relying on the host programmer's firmware-controlled voltage regulation, timing control, and ICSP™ protocol execution.

Key Specifications

Availability

AC164310 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for high-reliability MCU programming, production line burn-in, and engineering validation requiring stable component supply for legacy PLCC-based Microchip microcontrollers.

Supply support for AC164310 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

Microchip Technology Inc. is a U.S.-based semiconductor company specializing in microcontrollers, analog components, and development tools for embedded control applications.

The AC164310 belongs to Microchip's MPLAB PM3 socket module product line, engineered to extend universal programming coverage across Microchip's full portfolio of PLCC-packaged MCUs without redesigning the core programmer hardware.

FAQ

Does AC164310 require firmware updates or driver installation?

No. The AC164310 is a passive mechanical socket module with no active electronics. It requires no firmware, drivers, or configuration - it functions immediately when seated on the MPLAB PM3 unit and recognized by the host MPLAB IDE or standalone firmware. All control logic resides in the AC164310's host programmer, not the socket itself.

Can AC164310 be used with the MPLAB ICD 2 or PICkit™ 1 programmers?

No. AC164310 is mechanically and electrically designed exclusively for the MPLAB PM3 Universal Device Programmer. It is incompatible with MPLAB ICD 2, PICkit™ 1, or any other Microchip tool due to its proprietary 40-pin header interface and signal routing architecture specific to the PM3 platform.

What PLCC package variant does AC164310 support?

AC164310 supports only the standard 84-lead PLCC package per JEDEC MO-047B, with 26.16 mm × 26.16 mm body size, 1.27 mm lead pitch, and J-lead contour. It does not support 68L, 44L, or non-JEDEC PLCC variants - those require AC164308 or AC164309 respectively.

Is AC164310 compatible with dsPIC30F devices in PLCC packages?

Yes. AC164310 is explicitly validated for all dsPIC30F digital signal controllers offered in 84L PLCC packages, including dsPIC30F6014A and dsPIC30F6015, as confirmed in Microchip's DS51444A documentation and supported devices list.

Does AC164310 include an ICSP™ interface?

No. AC164310 itself contains no ICSP™ circuitry. It provides physical pin access to the target device's ICSP™ pins (PGD, PGC, MCLR, VDD, VSS), but ICSP™ functionality is fully implemented by the MPLAB PM3 host unit - the socket is purely a signal-conducting interface.