MCP23S18-E/SP Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock

Microchip MCP23S18-E/SP is a 16-bit SPI-interfaced I/O expander with two 8-bit GPIO ports, operating up to 10 MHz clock frequency. It features configurable interrupt outputs and programmable pull-ups on all 16 I/O lines, expanding microcontroller GPIO in embedded systems. Available in a 28-pin SPDIP package for through-hole prototyping and industrial applications.

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MCP23S18-E/SPDual-In-Line Packages
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
Microchip
Package
Dual-In-Line Packages
Pin Count
28
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Integrated Circuit
Price
From $1.3100(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

  • 16-bit I/O expansion with two independent 8-bit ports via SPI interface
  • Up to 10 MHz SPI clock frequency for fast peripheral control
  • Configurable interrupt-on-change output for event-driven system design
  • Programmable internal pull-up resistors on all 16 I/O lines
  • 28-pin SPDIP through-hole package supporting prototyping and robust industrial assemblies
  • Pb-free and RoHS-compliant (JESD-609 Code e3)

Applications

MCP23S18-E/SP is used in microcontroller-based systems that require additional GPIO, such as industrial control panels, keypad matrix scanning, and LED display driving over a fast SPI bus. It is also applied in home automation gateways, robotics, and data acquisition boards where expanding the I/O count of a host MCU by 16 bits is critical.

Specifications

Pbfree CodeYes
Manufacturer Package CodeSPDIP-28
Factory Lead Time6Weeks
YTEOL9
Clock Frequency-Max10MHz
JESD-30 CodeR-PDIP-T28
JESD-609 Codee3
Number of Bits16
Number of I/O Lines16
Number of Ports2
Package Body MaterialPLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence CodeDIP28,.3
Package ShapeRECTANGULAR
Package StyleIN-LINE
Qualification StatusNot Qualified
Supply Current-Max1mA
Supply Voltage-Max5.5V
Supply Voltage-Min1.8V
Supply Voltage-Nom5V
Surface MountNO
TechnologyCMOS
Temperature GradeAUTOMOTIVE
Terminal FinishMatte Tin (Sn)
Terminal FormTHROUGH-HOLE
Terminal Pitch2.54mm
Terminal PositionDUAL
uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs TypePARALLEL IO PORT, GENERAL PURPOSE
PackageDual-In-Line Packages

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
ECCNEAR99
HTS Code8542.39.00.01
Country of OriginThailand

Datasheet

MCP23S18-E/SP Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Microchip

Alternate & Equivalent Parts

Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for MCP23S18-E/SP:

MCP23S18-E/SOMicrochip Technology Inc

16-Bit, Open Drain I/O Expander with 12C Interface

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MCP23S17-E/SPMicrochip Technology Inc

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MCP23S17T-E/SOMicrochip Technology Inc

16-BIT I/O EXPANDERS WITH I2C & SPI INTERFACE

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many additional I/O lines does MCP23S18-E/SP add to an MCU, and what SPI clock rate does it support?

MCP23S18-E/SP expands a microcontroller's I/O by 16 lines organized as two independent 8-bit ports, all accessible via SPI at up to 10 MHz clock frequency. This allows a host MCU with limited GPIO to control 16 external signals such as relay drivers, LED arrays, or button matrices without consuming more than a few SPI pins.

Can MCP23S18-E/SP generate interrupts to wake a low-power MCU when an input changes state?

Yes, MCP23S18-E/SP supports interrupt-on-change functionality on all 16 input pins, producing a configurable active-low or active-high interrupt output. When any monitored pin changes state, the interrupt line alerts the host MCU, enabling event-driven designs that keep the processor in sleep mode until a relevant 16-bit I/O event occurs.

What through-hole package does MCP23S18-E/SP use, and how does it compare to surface-mount I/O expander alternatives?

MCP23S18-E/SP is packaged in a 28-pin SPDIP (JESD-30 Code R-PDIP-T28), a through-hole format suited for prototyping boards, socketed industrial modules, and repair-friendly assemblies. Designers needing a smaller SMT footprint may prefer the MCP23S18 in SSOP-28, while the SPDIP variant is preferred for breadboard development and rugged through-hole PCB builds.

Is MCP23S18-E/SP compliant with RoHS, and what is its typical factory lead time for volume procurement?

MCP23S18-E/SP is Pb-free and carries JESD-609 Code e3, confirming full RoHS compliance. Its factory lead time is approximately 6 weeks, and a projected YTEOL of 9 years makes it a reliable long-term procurement choice for industrial and embedded designs requiring 16-bit SPI I/O expansion in a 28-pin through-hole package.

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