MCP1501T-25E/SN Microchip Power Supply (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
Microchip MCP1501T-25E/SN is a three-terminal precision voltage reference with a fixed 2.5 V output, 30 mA maximum output current, and high initial accuracy in an 8-pin SOIC package. Available from stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP1501T-25E/SN Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Power Supply
- 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
Key Features
- Fixed 2.5 V three-terminal precision voltage reference with up to 30 mA output current for ADC and DAC reference rails
- High initial accuracy with tight output voltage tolerance from 2.4975 V to 2.5025 V for precision measurement systems
- 8-pin SOIC package with JEDEC e3 moisture sensitivity rating enabling lead-free and RoHS-compliant designs
Applications
The MCP1501T-25E/SN serves as an accurate 2.5 V ADC or DAC voltage reference in precision data acquisition systems, instrumentation amplifiers, and calibration modules. Its 30 mA output drive capability makes it suitable for powering multiple reference loads simultaneously in industrial sensors, medical measurement instruments, and battery-management circuits where a stable, low-drift 2.5 V rail is critical.
Specifications
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOIC-8 |
| Factory Lead Time | 16Weeks |
| 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 | 2.5025V |
| Output Voltage-Min | 2.4975V |
| Output Voltage-Nom | 2.5V |
| 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) | 2.7V |
| 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
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for MCP1501T-25E/SN:
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the 2.5 V output of MCP1501T-25E/SN and why does initial accuracy matter for ADC designs?
The MCP1501T-25E/SN outputs 2.5 V with a tight initial tolerance from 2.4975 V to 2.5025 V, representing 0.1% maximum initial error. For a 12-bit ADC referenced to 2.5 V, each LSB is approximately 0.61 mV, meaning even a small reference error of 1 mV introduces over 1 LSB offset in conversion results, making high initial accuracy essential for precision measurements.
What is the maximum output current of MCP1501T-25E/SN and how does that affect multi-load reference designs?
With a maximum output current of 30 mA, the MCP1501T-25E/SN can simultaneously supply the reference inputs of multiple ADCs, DACs, or op-amps without voltage droop. A typical 16-bit SAR ADC draws 1 mA to 5 mA of reference current, so the 30 mA rating supports up to 6 to 30 such converters from a single MCP1501T-25E/SN reference chip.
For an industrial sensor calibration module, how does MCP1501T-25E/SN's three-terminal architecture simplify circuit design?
The three-terminal design provides dedicated input, output, and ground pins, enabling direct decoupling capacitor placement and stable bias without requiring additional pass transistors or complex feedback networks. This simplicity reduces BOM count and layout effort compared to adjustable shunt references, providing a fixed 2.5 V rail with only input and output bypass capacitors in the 8-pin SOIC footprint.
When would MCP1501T-25E/SN be preferred over a lower-cost 2.5 V LDO regulator as a reference source?
A precision voltage reference like MCP1501T-25E/SN achieves much lower temperature coefficient and tighter initial accuracy than a general-purpose LDO. While an LDO may have 1% to 2% output tolerance and hundreds of ppm per C drift, the MCP1501T-25E/SN delivers 0.1% initial accuracy with low drift, making it essential for 12-bit or higher resolution ADC reference rails where LDO tolerances would exceed the converter's LSB resolution.
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