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MCP4021-502E/MS  

Digital Potentiometers

MCP4021-502E/MS Description

The MCP4021-502E/MS is a digital potentiometer from Microchip Technology, designed for applications requiring precise resistance control. This device features a 5kΩ resistance with a tolerance of ±20%, providing a wide range of resistance values for various electronic circuits. The MCP4021-502E/MS operates within a supply voltage range of 2.7V to 5.5V, making it suitable for both low and medium voltage applications. It offers 64 taps, allowing for fine-tuned resistance adjustments. The device is housed in an 8MSOP package, which is ideal for surface mount applications, ensuring compact and reliable integration into printed circuit boards.

MCP4021-502E/MS Features

• Configuration: Potentiometer
• Resistance: 5kΩ with ±20% tolerance
• Number of Taps: 64, providing precise resistance control
• Voltage - Supply: 2.7V to 5.5V, suitable for a wide range of applications
• Temperature Coefficient: 150ppm/°C, ensuring stable performance across varying temperatures
• Interface: Up/Down (U/D, CS) control, simplifying integration into digital systems
• Taper: Linear, ensuring consistent resistance changes with each tap
• Resistance - Wiper: 70Ω (Typ), minimizing the impact of the wiper on overall resistance
• Series: WiperLock™, offering enhanced stability and reliability
• Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 (Unlimited), ensuring robustness in various environmental conditions
• Compliance: REACH Unaffected and ROHS3 Compliant, meeting stringent environmental and safety standards

MCP4021-502E/MS Applications

The MCP4021-502E/MS is ideal for applications requiring precise resistance control, such as:

• Audio Equipment: Volume control and tone adjustment
• Industrial Controls: Precision resistance adjustments in control systems
• Medical Devices: Calibration and control of medical instruments
• Consumer Electronics: Adjusting resistance in various electronic devices
• Automotive: Fine-tuning resistance in automotive electronic systems

Conclusion of MCP4021-502E/MS

The MCP4021-502E/MS from Microchip Technology stands out as a versatile and reliable digital potentiometer. Its 5kΩ resistance with 64 taps and ±20% tolerance offers precise control, making it suitable for a wide range of applications. The device's linear taper ensures consistent resistance changes, while the WiperLock™ series provides enhanced stability. Operating within a 2.7V to 5.5V supply voltage range and featuring a temperature coefficient of 150ppm/°C, the MCP4021-502E/MS ensures stable performance across varying conditions. Its compliance with REACH and ROHS3 standards further enhances its suitability for modern electronic designs. Whether used in audio equipment, industrial controls, or medical devices, the MCP4021-502E/MS offers a robust and precise solution for resistance control.

MCP4021-502E/MS Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for MCP4021-502E/MS

PCN Assembly/Origin :

Bond Wire 29/Nov/2017      

Datasheets :

MCP4021-4024      

PCN Packaging :

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

Manuals :

Development Tools Catalog      

Design Resources :

MCP4021 Development Tool Selector      

HTML Datasheet :

MCP4021-4024      

PCN Design/Specification :

MCP402 02/Feb/2018       Bond Wire Qualification 08/Jun/2016      

Environmental Information :

Microchip CA Prop65       Microchip RoHS       Microchip REACH