MCP1501-18E/SN Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
Microchip MCP1501-18E/SN is a high-precision fixed 1.8V series voltage reference with ±0.08% initial accuracy, three-terminal design, and SOIC-8 package for demanding analog and ADC reference applications.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP1501-18E/SN Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.4594(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- Fixed 1.8V output with ±0.08% initial accuracy providing a stable, low-error reference for precision ADC and DAC circuits
- Three-terminal series voltage reference architecture ensuring low output impedance and excellent load regulation
- RoHS-compliant SOIC-8 package with tape-and-reel option supporting automated assembly in high-volume production
- Single-function design simplifying schematic integration and reducing external component count for reference circuits
- Introduced 2017 with ongoing production lifecycle ensuring long-term availability for industrial and medical instruments
Applications
The MCP1501-18E/SN serves as a stable 1.8V reference in precision data acquisition systems, ADC/DAC circuits, and calibration equipment where initial accuracy of ±0.08% is critical. Its three-terminal SOIC-8 package makes it straightforward to integrate into medical diagnostic instruments, industrial process controllers, and smart sensor modules that demand low drift and predictable voltage references. Battery-powered and mixed-signal designs in the IoT and wearable space also benefit from its low-noise, fixed 1.8V output matched to modern low-voltage processors.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOIC-8 |
| Factory Lead Time | 16Weeks |
| Date Of Intro | 2017-03-01 |
| YTEOL | 14 |
| Analog IC - Other Type | THREE TERMINAL VOLTAGE REFERENCE |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G8 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Number of Outputs | 1 |
| Output Current-Max | 0.03A |
| Output Voltage-Max | 1.8018V |
| Output Voltage-Min | 1.7982V |
| Output Voltage-Nom | 1.8V |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP8,.25 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Supply Current-Max (Isup) | 0.55mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup) | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup) | 2V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Temp Coef of Voltage-Max | 50ppm/°C |
| Temperature Grade | AUTOMOTIVE |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Trim/Adjustable Output | NO |
| Voltage Tolerance-Max | 0.1% |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the ±0.08% initial accuracy of the MCP1501-18E/SN compare to standard bandgap voltage references?
At ±0.08% initial accuracy on a 1.8V output, the MCP1501-18E/SN is substantially tighter than typical general-purpose bandgap references, which often specify ±0.2% to ±0.5%. This precision reduces ADC full-scale error in 12-bit and 16-bit converter designs, where a 0.08% deviation equates to roughly 3 LSBs at 12-bit resolution, compared to 20 or more LSBs with a less accurate reference.
Which precision measurement circuits benefit most from the MCP1501-18E/SN's fixed 1.8V reference?
Precision ADC front-ends, Wheatstone bridge signal conditioners, and digital-to-analog output stages designed around 1.8V logic levels gain the most from the MCP1501-18E/SN. Its three-terminal series configuration delivers stable output with minimal quiescent current variation, supporting accurate measurements in medical diagnostics, industrial weighing systems, and laboratory calibration equipment operating from 1.8V to 5.5V supply rails.
What package and lead-time considerations apply when sourcing the MCP1501-18E/SN for a new design?
The MCP1501-18E/SN ships in a standard SOIC-8 package with 1.27 mm pin pitch, compatible with common PCB footprints and hand-soldering. Typical factory lead time is 16 weeks, so designers planning high-volume production should account for procurement cycles early. RoHS e3 compliance ensures the part meets global environmental regulations, simplifying import and export approvals for European and Asian markets.
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