MCP2030-I/P Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
MCP2030-I/P is a 3-coil antenna driver IC designed for low-frequency RFID and passive keyless entry systems operating at 125 kHz. It drives up to 3 antenna coils and includes an integrated low-power receiver in a 14-pin DIP package. Available from stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 14
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP2030-I/P Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $2.0206(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- Drives up to 3 independent antenna coils at 125 kHz for multi-zone passive keyless entry and RFID wake-up applications
- Integrated low-power LF receiver enabling RFID transponder wake detection with minimal quiescent supply current
- Flexible 14-pin PDIP package allowing simple through-hole PCB integration in automotive and access control designs
- Supports simultaneous or sequential coil activation for spatial diversity and improved transponder detection range
Applications
The MCP2030-I/P is designed for automotive passive keyless entry systems, immobilizer coil drivers, and industrial RFID readers that require driving multiple 125 kHz antenna coils from a single IC. Its multi-coil driver capability reduces the need for multiple discrete driver stages in vehicle door handle, trunk, and interior zone antenna arrays. The device is also applicable in access control panels and asset tracking systems that rely on low-frequency LF RFID transponder wake-up and data demodulation.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | PDIP-14 |
| Factory Lead Time | 6Weeks |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Consumer IC Type | CONSUMER CIRCUIT |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDIP-T14 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | DIP14,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup) | 3.6V |
| Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup) | 2V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Package | Dual-In-Line Packages |
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
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many antenna coils can the MCP2030-I/P drive and at what operating frequency?
The MCP2030-I/P can drive up to 3 independent antenna coils operating at 125 kHz, the standard frequency for low-frequency RFID and passive keyless entry transponders. Multi-coil support allows coverage of multiple spatial zones from a single IC, reducing system BOM cost and complexity in automotive passive entry or industrial RFID reader designs.
How does MCP2030-I/P help reduce system power in a passive keyless entry wake-up architecture?
The integrated low-power LF receiver in the MCP2030-I/P allows the system to poll for transponder presence at 125 kHz with very low quiescent current, waking the main microcontroller only when a valid key fob or RFID tag is detected within range. This duty-cycled operation can extend standby battery life by orders of magnitude compared to continuously active polling schemes.
Is the MCP2030-I/P suitable for automotive-grade passive keyless entry applications and what temperature range does it support?
The MCP2030-I/P is specified for the industrial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C, making it compatible with automotive body module environments. Passive keyless entry coil drivers in door handles and trunk lids typically experience temperatures across this range, and the 14-pin PDIP package is used in module prototyping while SOIC or SSOP variants suit production-grade automotive PCBs.
How does integrating a 3-coil driver like MCP2030-I/P simplify PCB design compared to discrete FET-based coil drivers?
Replacing 3 separate FET drivers and their gate resistors, freewheeling diodes, and current-limiting components with a single MCP2030-I/P reduces the component count by approximately 12 to 15 discrete parts. The integrated IC also provides matched timing and current drive for all 3 coils at 125 kHz, improving antenna balance and reducing EMI compared to discrete implementations using unmatched FETs and passive networks.
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