MCP1824T-5002E/OT Microchip Integrated Circuit (SOT23 (5-Pin)) In Stock
The MCP1824T-5002E/OT is a 300 mA fixed 5.0 V LDO linear regulator from Microchip in a compact SOT-23-5 package, featuring a low 200 mV typical dropout voltage and an active-low shutdown pin. Suitable for powering microcontrollers, sensors, and logic circuits from 5 V to 6 V input rails in space-constrained designs.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- SOT23 (5-Pin)
- Pin Count
- 5
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP1824T-5002E/OT Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.3013(MOQ 1)
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of MCP1824T-5002E/OT?
- Fixed 5.0 V output with ±0.5% accuracy over load and temperature
- 300 mA output current with only 200 mV typical dropout voltage
- Ultra-low quiescent current of 55 µA enabling always-on IoT nodes
- Active-low shutdown pin for system power management
- Input voltage range from 5.445 V to 6 V continuous
- SOT-23-5 package for compact, space-constrained PCB layouts
- Stable with 1 µF ceramic output capacitor
- RoHS compliant, lead-free construction
What is MCP1824T-5002E/OT used for?
The MCP1824T-5002E/OT is ideal for powering 5 V microcontrollers and logic ICs from a single-cell Li-Ion or regulated 6 V bus in battery-operated handheld devices and IoT sensor nodes. Its low 200 mV dropout voltage ensures stable 5 V output even when the input sags near the end-of-charge level, extending battery runtime. Industrial designers also use it to derive a clean 5 V rail for op-amp biasing and ADC reference circuits within confined PCB areas.
What are the specifications of MCP1824T-5002E/OT?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOT-23-5 |
| Factory Lead Time | 6Weeks |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Adjustability | FIXED |
| Dropout Voltage1-Max | 0.32V |
| Dropout Voltage1-Nom | 0.2V |
| Input Voltage Absolute-Max | 6.5V |
| Input Voltage-Max | 6V |
| Input Voltage-Min | 5.445V |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G5 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Line Regulation-Max | 0.0047175% |
| Load Regulation-Max | 0.05% |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Number of Outputs | 1 |
| Operating Temperature TJ-Max | 125°C |
| Operating Temperature TJ-Min | -40 °C |
| Output Current1-Max | 0.3A |
| Output Voltage1-Max | 5.125V |
| Output Voltage1-Min | 4.875V |
| Output Voltage1-Nom | 5V |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | TSOP5/6,.11,37 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, LOW PROFILE, SHRINK PITCH |
| Packing Method | TR |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Regulator Type | FIXED POSITIVE SINGLE OUTPUT LDO REGULATOR |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.95mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Voltage Tolerance-Max | 2.5% |
| Package | SOT23 (5-Pin) |
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 |
Where can I find the MCP1824T-5002E/OT datasheet?
MCP1824T-5002E/OT Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for MCP1824T-5002E/OT?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
How low can the input voltage drop before the MCP1824T-5002E/OT loses regulation at 300 mA load?
At full 300 mA load the MCP1824T-5002E/OT maintains its 5.0 V output as long as the input voltage stays above approximately 5.2 V, given its 200 mV typical dropout voltage. The maximum dropout at full load is 320 mV, so a minimum input of 5.32 V is needed to guarantee regulation across all conditions.
Which sensor and microcontroller applications benefit most from the MCP1824T-5002E/OT shutdown feature?
Battery-powered IoT nodes that use a host MCU to gate peripheral power can assert the active-low SHDN pin to cut the 5 V rail to sensors, saving the regulator's 55 µA quiescent current and extending pack life in sleep modes. This is particularly useful in remote environmental monitors that wake, sample 8 or more sensors, and return to standby for minutes at a time.
What output capacitor is required for stable operation of the MCP1824T-5002E/OT, and does it accept ceramic types?
The MCP1824T-5002E/OT is stable with a minimum 1 µF ceramic output capacitor, making it cost-effective and space-efficient compared to LDOs requiring tantalum or electrolytic capacitors of 10 µF or more. Using a 4.7 µF X5R ceramic improves transient response during load steps up to 300 mA.
How does the MCP1824T-5002E/OT compare to the MCP1703 for a 5 V, 300 mA design needing shutdown control?
The MCP1824T-5002E/OT offers the same 300 mA current rating as the MCP1703A-5002 but adds an active-low shutdown pin that the MCP1703 lacks, enabling controlled power sequencing without an external MOSFET switch. Both share the SOT-23-5 package and accept ceramic output capacitors as small as 1 µF.
What is the absolute maximum input voltage the MCP1824T-5002E/OT can withstand without damage?
The absolute maximum input voltage for the MCP1824T-5002E/OT is 6.5 V; exceeding this risks permanent damage to the device. Normal continuous operation is specified up to 6 V, so a 300 mV margin is maintained between the rated operating maximum and the absolute limit, important for designs with noisy or unregulated supply rails.
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