MCP2150-I/P Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock

Name: MCP2150-I/P
Brand: Microchip
SKU: MCP2150-I/P
Availability: InStock

Microchip MCP2150-I/P is an IrDA standard serial infrared controller that handles all IrDA protocol layers from the physical layer to the IrDA Link Access Protocol (IRLAPHDL) in a single 18-pin PDIP IC. It interfaces via UART to a host microcontroller and manages 115.2 kbps IrDA communications, simplifying wireless data exchange in handheld and embedded devices.

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MCP2150-I/PDual-In-Line Packages

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Manufacturer: Microchip
Package: Dual-In-Line Packages
Pin Count: 18
Lifecycle: ACTIVE
Datasheet: MCP2150-I/P Datasheet PDF
Category: Integrated Circuit
Price: From $3.7100(MOQ 1)
Temp Range: -40.0°C to 85.0°C
RoHS: Compliant
Lead Time: 3–7 business days
Shipping: DHL Express · Worldwide

What are the key features of MCP2150-I/P?

Full IrDA SIR (Serial Infrared) protocol stack up to 115.2 kbps in hardware
UART host interface for easy integration with any microcontroller serial port
Handles IrDA IRLAP framing, CRC, and collision detection automatically
On-chip oscillator support reduces external component count
18-pin PDIP package simplifies through-hole prototyping and socketed assembly
3.3 V and 5 V compatible signaling for flexible host interface connections

What is MCP2150-I/P used for?

The MCP2150-I/P is used to add IrDA wireless data transfer capability to handheld instruments, PDAs, and embedded data loggers without requiring a full software IrDA stack on the host MCU. It is also employed in point-of-sale terminals, medical measurement devices, and industrial handheld scanners where short-range, cable-free communication at up to 115.2 kbps is needed.

What are the specifications of MCP2150-I/P?

Pbfree Code	Yes
Manufacturer Package Code	PDIP-18
Factory Lead Time	6Weeks
YTEOL	8
JESD-30 Code	R-PDIP-T18
JESD-609 Code	e3
Number of Functions	1
Package Body Material	PLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence Code	DIP18,.3
Package Shape	RECTANGULAR
Package Style	IN-LINE
Qualification Status	Not Qualified
Screening Level	TS 16949
Supply Voltage-Nom	3.3V
Surface Mount	NO
Technology	CMOS
Telecom IC Type	TELECOM CIRCUIT
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

Where can I find the MCP2150-I/P datasheet?

MCP2150-I/P Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Microchip

What are equivalent replacements for MCP2150-I/P?

No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What maximum data rate does MCP2150-I/P support for IrDA Serial Infrared communication?

The MCP2150-I/P implements the IrDA SIR physical layer supporting data rates up to 115.2 kbps. This speed is sufficient for transferring small data packets, configuration files, and measurement records between handheld devices and base stations in typical IrDA short-range link applications.

How does MCP2150-I/P simplify IrDA integration compared to implementing the IrDA stack in firmware on the host MCU?

The MCP2150-I/P offloads all IrDA IRLAP framing, CRC generation, and protocol negotiation to dedicated on-chip hardware, freeing the host MCU from implementing a complex multi-layer stack. The host only sends and receives plain UART data at up to 115.2 kbps, typically reducing firmware development time by several weeks.

Is MCP2150-I/P compatible with 3.3 V microcontrollers, or does it require a 5 V interface level?

The MCP2150-I/P supports both 3.3 V and 5 V logic levels on its host UART interface pins, making it compatible with modern low-voltage 3.3 V MCUs as well as legacy 5 V systems. Designers should confirm the exact VIH and VIL thresholds in the datasheet when operating at the boundary of these voltage levels.

What is the lead time for MCP2150-I/P, and should designers plan for IrDA alternative sourcing given its legacy status?

Microchip lists approximately 6 weeks factory lead time for MCP2150-I/P. The device has an 8-year YTEOL indicator, so buyers maintaining designs with IrDA should consider building buffer stock or evaluate Bluetooth Low Energy modules as a longer-term wireless replacement, since IrDA adoption has declined in new consumer and industrial designs.

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MCP2150-I/P Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock

What are the key features of MCP2150-I/P?

What is MCP2150-I/P used for?

What are the specifications of MCP2150-I/P?

Compliance & Regulatory

Where can I find the MCP2150-I/P datasheet?

What are equivalent replacements for MCP2150-I/P?

Frequently Asked Questions

What maximum data rate does MCP2150-I/P support for IrDA Serial Infrared communication?

How does MCP2150-I/P simplify IrDA integration compared to implementing the IrDA stack in firmware on the host MCU?

Is MCP2150-I/P compatible with 3.3 V microcontrollers, or does it require a 5 V interface level?

What is the lead time for MCP2150-I/P, and should designers plan for IrDA alternative sourcing given its legacy status?

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