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MCP4021-202E/MSVAO  

Digital Potentiometers

MCP4021-202E/MSVAO Description

The MCP4021-202E/MSVAO is a digital potentiometer from Microchip Technology, designed for applications requiring precise resistance control. This device features a 2.1 kΩ resistance with a tolerance of ±20%, making it suitable for a wide range of electronic circuits. The MCP4021-202E/MSVAO operates within a supply voltage range of 2.7V to 5.5V, ensuring compatibility with various power sources. It has a temperature coefficient of 150ppm/°C, which ensures stable performance across different operating temperatures. The device is housed in an 8MSOP package and is available in a tube package format, making it ideal for surface mount applications.

MCP4021-202E/MSVAO Features

• Configuration: The MCP4021-202E/MSVAO is configured as a potentiometer with a linear taper, providing consistent resistance changes across the 64 taps.
• Interface: It features an Up/Down (U/D, CS) interface, allowing for flexible control of the resistance settings.
• Resistance and Tolerance: The device offers a nominal resistance of 2.1 kΩ with a tolerance of ±20%, ensuring reliable performance in various applications.
• Temperature Coefficient: With a typical temperature coefficient of 150ppm/°C, the MCP4021-202E/MSVAO maintains stable resistance values over a wide temperature range.
• Supply Voltage: The device operates within a supply voltage range of 2.7V to 5.5V, making it suitable for a variety of power supply configurations.
• Wiper Resistance: The typical wiper resistance is 70 ohms, ensuring minimal impact on circuit performance.
• Compliance and Standards: The MCP4021-202E/MSVAO is REACH unaffected and RoHS3 compliant, meeting environmental and regulatory standards.
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: The device has an MSL of 1 (Unlimited), making it suitable for storage and handling in various environments.
• Grade: The MCP4021-202E/MSVAO is designed for automotive applications, ensuring robustness and reliability in demanding conditions.

MCP4021-202E/MSVAO Applications

The MCP4021-202E/MSVAO is ideal for applications that require precise resistance control and stable performance. Some specific use cases include:

• Automotive Electronics: The automotive grade of the MCP4021-202E/MSVAO makes it suitable for applications such as electronic control units (ECUs), sensor interfaces, and signal conditioning circuits.
• Signal Conditioning: The device can be used in signal conditioning circuits to adjust gain and offset, ensuring accurate signal processing.
• Audio Applications: The linear taper and precise resistance control make it suitable for volume control and tone adjustment in audio systems.
• Industrial Control: The MCP4021-202E/MSVAO can be used in industrial control systems for adjusting feedback loops and compensating for temperature variations.
• Medical Devices: The device’s stability and reliability make it suitable for medical devices where precise resistance control is critical.

Conclusion of MCP4021-202E/MSVAO

The MCP4021-202E/MSVAO from Microchip Technology is a versatile digital potentiometer that offers precise resistance control and stable performance. Its automotive grade, wide supply voltage range, and compliance with environmental standards make it suitable for a variety of demanding applications. The device’s linear taper and 64 taps provide fine control over resistance settings, ensuring accurate and reliable performance. Whether used in automotive electronics, signal conditioning, or medical devices, the MCP4021-202E/MSVAO is an excellent choice for applications requiring high precision and reliability.

MCP4021-202E/MSVAO Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for MCP4021-202E/MSVAO

Datasheets :

MCP4021-4024      

Design Resources :

MCP4021 Development Tool Selector      

HTML Datasheet :

MCP4021-4024      

Environmental Information :

Microchip CA Prop65       Microchip RoHS       Microchip REACH