MCP2003-E/MD Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline No-lead) In Stock
The MCP2003-E/MD is a LIN (Local Interconnect Network) bus transceiver from Microchip, providing the physical layer interface between a LIN master or slave node and the single-wire LIN bus, housed in an 8-pin DFN package. It supports LIN 2.x protocol and is designed for automotive body electronics and industrial networks requiring low-cost single-wire serial communication. Suitable for body control modules, lighting systems, and motor actuator networks in vehicles.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline No-lead
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- OBSOLETE
- Datasheet
- MCP2003-E/MD Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $1.9800(MOQ 364)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- LIN 2.x compliant physical layer transceiver for single-wire serial bus communication
- Integrated slope control for reduced EMI on the LIN bus wire
- 8-pin DFN package (JESD-30 S-PDSO-N8) for compact automotive PCB integration
- Supports LIN master and slave node operation
- Wide automotive supply voltage range compatibility for 12 V vehicle systems
- RoHS and lead-free compliant (JESD-609 e3)
Applications
MCP2003-E/MD is used in automotive body electronics for LIN bus networks connecting body control modules to window motors, seat position actuators, lighting controllers, and HVAC fans. It is also applicable in industrial equipment using LIN as a cost-effective single-wire sub-bus, reducing wiring harness complexity compared to CAN in low-bandwidth sensor and actuator node applications.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | DFN-8 |
| YTEOL | 0 |
| JESD-30 Code | S-PDSO-N8 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Number of Transceivers | 1 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOLCC8,.16,32 |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, HEAT SINK/SLUG, VERY THIN PROFILE |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 12V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Telecom IC Type | LIN TRANSCEIVER |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | NO LEAD |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.8mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Package | Small Outline No-lead |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What serial bus protocol does MCP2003-E/MD implement, and what is the maximum data rate supported?
MCP2003-E/MD implements the LIN (Local Interconnect Network) bus physical layer compliant with LIN 2.x specifications. LIN operates as a single-wire half-duplex protocol at data rates up to 20 kbps, making it well suited for low-bandwidth automotive body electronics tasks such as seat position control, window actuators, and HVAC fan speed regulation.
How does MCP2003-E/MD reduce EMI on the LIN bus, and why does this matter for automotive certification?
MCP2003-E/MD incorporates integrated slope control on its LIN bus output, limiting the signal edge rate to reduce high-frequency harmonic emissions on the single-wire bus. This helps automotive designs meet CISPR 25 radiated emission limits required for vehicle certification, without requiring additional external filter components on the LIN bus line.
What package does MCP2003-E/MD use, and how does the DFN package benefit tight automotive ECU board layouts?
MCP2003-E/MD is supplied in an 8-pin DFN package (JESD-30 S-PDSO-N8) with a compact square body and 0.5 mm pin pitch. The DFN package's small footprint and exposed thermal pad suit high-density automotive PCBs where the transceiver must be placed close to the LIN node microcontroller to minimize stub lengths and maintain signal integrity.
Is MCP2003-E/MD suitable for LIN slave node designs, and does it work in both master and slave configurations?
Yes, MCP2003-E/MD supports both LIN master and slave node configurations in LIN 2.x networks. In slave mode, the device receives dominant bus levels and passes them to the attached microcontroller UART receive pin, while in master mode it can also pull up the LIN bus through its internal resistor (typically 1 kΩ) and termination diode as required by the LIN specification.
Is MCP2003-E/MD RoHS compliant, and how does it compare to MCP2021 for LIN transceiver selection in new automotive designs?
MCP2003-E/MD carries JESD-609 e3 (lead-free, RoHS-compliant) marking. Compared to the MCP2021, which integrates a 5 V LDO regulator for direct connection to a 12 V automotive supply, MCP2003-E/MD requires an external 5 V supply. For new automotive designs with a local 5 V rail available, MCP2003-E/MD offers a simpler and more compact solution, while MCP2021 suits designs powered directly from the 12 V battery bus.
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