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MCP4018T-503E/LT  

Digital Potentiometers

MCP4018T-503E/LT Description

The MCP4018T-503E/LT is a high-performance digital potentiometer from Microchip Technology, designed to provide precise voltage control in a wide range of applications. This device features a 50k Ohm resistance with 128 taps, offering a linear taper and a typical resistance-wiper value of 155 Ohms. It operates over a supply voltage range of 1.8V to 5.5V and is compliant with the RoHS3 standard.

MCP4018T-503E/LT Features

• Configuration: Potentiometer
• Memory Type: Volatile
• Number of Taps: 128
• Interface: I2C
• Temperature Coefficient (Typ): 150ppm/°C
• Tolerance: ±20%
• Mounting Type: Surface Mount
• Package: Tape & Reel (TR)
• Number of Circuits: 1
• Base Product Number: MCP4018

Unique features of the MCP4018T-503E/LT include its low temperature coefficient, which ensures stable performance across varying temperatures, and its volatile memory type, which retains settings even when power is lost. The device's 128 taps provide a high level of resolution, making it suitable for applications requiring precise voltage adjustments.

MCP4018T-503E/LT Applications

The MCP4018T-503E/LT is ideal for a variety of applications in the electronics industry, including:

1. Audio Volume Control: Its linear taper and precise resistance adjustments make it perfect for audio volume control in consumer electronics.
2. Sensor Calibration: The high resolution and programmability of the MCP4018T-503E/LT make it suitable for calibrating sensors in industrial and automotive applications.
3. Battery Management Systems: Its ability to handle a wide supply voltage range makes it an excellent choice for battery management systems in portable devices.
4. LED Dimming: The MCP4018T-503E/LT can be used to control the brightness of LEDs in lighting systems, offering precise and energy-efficient control.

Conclusion of MCP4018T-503E/LT

The MCP4018T-503E/LT is a versatile and high-performance digital potentiometer that offers a range of unique features and advantages over similar models. Its linear taper, high resolution, and precise voltage control make it an ideal choice for a variety of applications in the electronics industry. With its low temperature coefficient and volatile memory, the MCP4018T-503E/LT provides reliable and stable performance, making it a valuable component in any design.

MCP4018T-503E/LT Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for MCP4018T-503E/LT

PCN Assembly/Origin :

Qualification Report 17/Dec/2013      

Datasheets :

MCP4017-19      

PCN Packaging :

Packing Changes 10/Oct/2016       Label and Packing Changes 23/Sep/2015      

Design Resources :

MCP4018 Development Tool Selector      

HTML Datasheet :

MCP4017-19      

Environmental Information :

Microchip CA Prop65       Microchip RoHS       Microchip REACH