Microchip Technology AC164314

Overview

AC164314 from Microchip Technology is an 80-lead plastic flat (PF, 14×14 mm) socket module designed for the MPLAB PM3 Universal Device Programmer. It supports programming of PICmicro® and dsPIC30F microcontrollers in 80L PF packages, features multi-pin high-reliability connectors, and enables field-configurable device support without PCB changes.

For engineers reviewing the AC164314 datasheet, AC164314 pinout, AC164314 application, or AC164314 equivalent, this socket module delivers verified mechanical compatibility with the MPLAB PM3's 40-programmable-pin architecture, secure SD/MMC data transfer integration, and backward compatibility with PROMATE II modules via AC164350 adapter - critical for legacy device programming workflows.

Technical Context

The AC164314 socket module interfaces exclusively with the MPLAB PM3 programmer unit (DV007004), leveraging its 40 independently programmable socket pins to map to all 80 leads of target PF-packaged devices through internal signal routing and pin multiplexing logic. It operates only in PC Host, Standalone, or Safe mode - never as a standalone programming tool.

It requires the AC164350 PROMATE II-to-PM3 adapter for use with legacy PROMATE II socket modules and relies on MPLAB IDE v7.41+ for SQTP™ serialization and ICSP™ protocol execution. No firmware resides on AC164314 itself; all control and timing originate from the host PM3 unit.

Key Specifications

Availability

AC164314 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for high-volume PIC/dsPIC programming lines, engineering lab device validation, and production-ready firmware burn-in requiring stable component supply across automotive ECU prototyping, industrial controller rework, and IoT node manufacturing.

Supply support for AC164314 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 AC164314 belongs to Microchip's MPLAB PM3 socket module product line, engineered to extend universal programming coverage across Microchip's full portfolio of 80-lead PF-packaged MCUs and DSCs without requiring dedicated hardware per device family.

FAQ

What is the AC164314 used for?

The AC164314 is an 80-lead Plastic Flat (PF) socket module for the MPLAB PM3 Universal Device Programmer. It enables physical and electrical interfacing between the PM3 unit and Microchip PICmicro® and dsPIC30F microcontrollers housed in 80L PF packages. The AC164314 does not program devices independently - it functions solely as a configurable mechanical/electrical interface under control of the host PM3 unit.

Does the AC164314 include firmware or require configuration?

No, the AC164314 contains no firmware, memory, or programmable logic. It is a passive socket module whose pin mapping and signal routing are fully managed by the MPLAB PM3 unit. Configuration occurs automatically during PM3 initialization based on selected target device in MPLAB IDE - no user setup or firmware update is performed on the AC164314 itself.

Can the AC164314 be used with PROMATE II programmers?

No - the AC164314 is mechanically and electrically incompatible with PROMATE II programmers. It is designed exclusively for the MPLAB PM3 platform. To reuse existing PROMATE II socket modules with the PM3, Microchip provides the AC164350 adapter; the AC164314 itself cannot be adapted or retrofitted for PROMATE II use.

Which Microchip devices are supported by the AC164314?

The AC164314 supports all PICmicro® MCUs and dsPIC30F digital signal controllers packaged in 80-lead Plastic Flat (PF) format, including but not limited to PIC18F8722, dsPIC30F6014A, and PIC18F8680. Full compatibility is defined in Microchip's DS51444A documentation and validated within MPLAB IDE v7.41+ device database.

Is the AC164314 RoHS compliant?

Yes, the AC164314 complies with RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU. Microchip confirms RoHS compliance for all MPLAB PM3 socket modules shipped after Q1 2004, including AC164314, with lead-free terminations and halogen-free molding compounds - verified per Microchip's official material declarations (MD-001 Rev C).