MCP1501-30E/SN Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
The MCP1501-30E/SN is a high-accuracy, low-noise three-terminal 3.0 V voltage reference from Microchip with 30 mA output sourcing and typical 0.1% initial accuracy in an SOIC-8 package. It is designed for precision ADC, DAC, and measurement circuits requiring a stable reference. Available in stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP1501-30E/SN Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.5600(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of MCP1501-30E/SN?
- Fixed 3.0 V output voltage reference with ±0.1% initial accuracy
- 30 mA maximum output current for driving resistive loads
- Low temperature coefficient for stable reference across -40°C to +125°C
- Low noise output suitable for precision ADC and DAC reference inputs
- SOIC-8 package with industry-standard footprint
- Single output, three-terminal architecture with simple external bypass
What is MCP1501-30E/SN used for?
The MCP1501-30E/SN is used as a precision voltage reference in data acquisition systems, 16-bit and 24-bit ADC/DAC reference inputs, current source circuits, and medical instrumentation where reference accuracy directly impacts measurement uncertainty. Its low noise and stable output make it a preferred reference in industrial process control and test and measurement equipment requiring long-term stability.
What are the specifications of MCP1501-30E/SN?
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOIC-8 |
| Factory Lead Time | 16Weeks |
| Date Of Intro | 2016-05-26 |
| 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 | 3.003V |
| Output Voltage-Min | 2.997V |
| Output Voltage-Nom | 3V |
| 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) | 3.2V |
| 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 | 8542.39.00.60 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Where can I find the MCP1501-30E/SN datasheet?
MCP1501-30E/SN Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for MCP1501-30E/SN?
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Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the MCP1501-30E/SN output voltage and how does that affect 16-bit ADC performance?
The MCP1501-30E/SN provides a 3.0 V output with ±0.1% initial accuracy, corresponding to a worst-case offset of ±3 mV. For a 16-bit ADC with a 3.0 V full-scale range, one LSB is about 46 µV, meaning the reference error of ±3 mV represents roughly ±65 LSBs — an important budget item when selecting reference accuracy for high-resolution ADC designs.
What maximum load current can MCP1501-30E/SN source, and is it enough to drive multiple ADC reference inputs simultaneously?
The device can source up to 30 mA, which is sufficient to simultaneously supply the VREF pins of several ADCs and DACs that typically draw 1 mA to 5 mA each. This makes a single MCP1501-30E/SN adequate for multi-channel data acquisition boards without requiring a reference buffer amplifier in most configurations.
For a precision current-source circuit, why would a designer choose MCP1501-30E/SN over a standard LDO regulator as the reference element?
Voltage references like the MCP1501-30E/SN are optimized for low temperature coefficient (typically under 10 ppm/°C) and low output noise in the 0.1 Hz to 10 Hz band, properties that LDO regulators rarely guarantee. In a 4 mA to 20 mA current transmitter loop, using an LDO as the reference would introduce drift errors potentially exceeding 0.5% over a -40°C to +85°C span, while the MCP1501 holds accuracy within ±0.25%.
What lead-time and lifecycle risk should procurement teams factor in when planning MCP1501-30E/SN inventory?
The product record shows a factory lead time of 16 weeks and a YTEOL (years to end-of-life) of 14, indicating the part is in active production with a long projected lifecycle. Procurement teams should hold a safety stock of 8 to 12 weeks of demand given the 16-week lead time, particularly for medical and industrial programs that face lengthy re-qualification cycles if the part is substituted.
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