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MCP42050-E/SL  

Digital Potentiometers

MCP42050-E/SL Description

The MCP42050-E/SL is a high-performance digital potentiometer designed by Microchip Technology. This device offers a robust solution for applications requiring precise resistance control and adjustment. The MCP42050-E/SL features a 50kΩ resistance with a tolerance of ±30%, providing a wide range of resistance values for various electronic circuits. The device supports 256 taps, enabling fine-tuned resistance adjustments through its SPI interface. This digital potentiometer operates within a supply voltage range of 2.7V to 5.5V, making it suitable for a variety of power supply environments.

The MCP42050-E/SL is housed in a surface-mount 14SOIC package, which is ideal for compact and space-constrained designs. The device is RoHS3 compliant and has a moisture sensitivity level (MSL) of 3, ensuring reliability in manufacturing processes. The temperature coefficient is rated at 800ppm/°C, ensuring stable performance across a wide temperature range. The device also features a linear taper, which provides a consistent and predictable change in resistance as the wiper position is adjusted.

MCP42005-E/SL Features

• Configuration: Potentiometer
• Resistance (Ohms): 50kΩ with a tolerance of ±30%
• Number of Taps: 256, allowing for precise resistance adjustments
• Interface: SPI, enabling easy integration with microcontrollers and other digital systems
• Voltage - Supply: 2.7V to 5.5V, providing flexibility in power supply options
• Memory Type: Volatile, ensuring that the resistance setting is maintained while power is applied
• Taper: Linear, ensuring consistent resistance changes with wiper position adjustments
• Resistance - Wiper (Ohms) (Typ): 175Ω, minimizing the impact of the wiper resistance on overall circuit performance
• Features: Cascade Pin, allowing multiple devices to be connected in series for extended resistance ranges
• Package: 14SOIC, suitable for surface-mount applications
• Number of Circuits: 2, providing dual potentiometer functionality in a single package

MCP42050-E/SL Applications

The MCP42050-E/SL is ideal for a wide range of applications where precise resistance control is required. Some specific use cases include:

• Audio Applications: Volume control and tone adjustment in audio systems
• Power Management: Adjusting voltage levels in power supplies and regulators
• Signal Conditioning: Fine-tuning gain and offset in analog signal processing circuits
• Sensor Calibration: Adjusting sensor output levels for accurate measurements
• Medical Equipment: Precision control in medical devices requiring adjustable resistance
• Industrial Control: Fine-tuning control loops and feedback systems in industrial applications

Conclusion of MCP42050-E/SL

The MCP42050-E/SL from Microchip Technology is a versatile and high-performance digital potentiometer that offers precise resistance control and adjustment. Its 50kΩ resistance, 256 taps, and SPI interface make it suitable for a wide range of applications, from audio systems to industrial control. The device's linear taper and low wiper resistance ensure consistent and reliable performance, while its surface-mount package and RoHS3 compliance make it ideal for modern electronic designs. The MCP42050-E/SL stands out for its robust features and performance benefits, making it a preferred choice for engineers and designers in the electronics industry.

MCP42050-E/SL Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for MCP42050-E/SL

PCN Assembly/Origin :

Mult Devices 25/Jan/2018      

Datasheets :

MCP41zzz, MCP42zzz      

PCN Packaging :

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

Manuals :

Development Tools Catalog      

Design Resources :

MCP42050 Development Tool Selector      

PCN Design/Specification :

Copper Bond Wire 5/Nov/2015       Copper Bond Wire 09/Mar/2015      

Environmental Information :

Microchip CA Prop65       Microchip RoHS       Microchip REACH