MCP25050-E/P Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
Microchip MCP25050-E/P is an 8-bit CAN I/O expander in a 14-pin DIP package, providing SPI-to-CAN bridging with GPIO expansion for embedded control nodes requiring network-based digital I/O management in automotive and industrial systems.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 14
- Lifecycle
- NOT RECOMMENDED
- Datasheet
- MCP25050-E/P Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $4.3900(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of MCP25050-E/P?
- 8-bit I/O expansion over CAN bus eliminating separate wiring for distributed digital I/O nodes
- 14-pin PDIP-14 through-hole package enabling easy prototyping and breadboard evaluation
- RoHS-compliant lead-free construction (Pb-free code: Yes) for modern environmental compliance
- JESD-609 e3 moisture sensitivity classification for standardized handling in production assembly
What is MCP25050-E/P used for?
The MCP25050-E/P serves as a CAN bus I/O expander in automotive body control modules and industrial factory automation networks where distributed digital I/O is needed without running dedicated signal wires to each node. Its 8-bit data width allows controlling or reading 8 discrete signals per node over a shared CAN network, reducing wiring harness complexity. It is also used in building automation controllers, agricultural equipment, and marine electronics where CAN-based architectures manage multiple remote I/O points from a central controller.
What are the specifications of MCP25050-E/P?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | PDIP-14 |
| Factory Lead Time | 6Weeks |
| YTEOL | 3 |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDIP-T14 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Number of Bits | 8 |
| 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 | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 4.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | AUTOMOTIVE |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | MICROPROCESSOR CIRCUIT |
| Package | Dual-In-Line Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.30 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Where can I find the MCP25050-E/P datasheet?
MCP25050-E/P Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for MCP25050-E/P?
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for MCP25050-E/P:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the bit width and package configuration of the MCP25050-E/P?
The MCP25050-E/P provides 8-bit I/O expansion and is housed in a 14-pin PDIP-14 through-hole package with a 0.3 inch row spacing. This DIP form factor is convenient for prototyping on breadboards and for hand-soldering in low-volume production, while the 8-bit data width allows reading or driving 8 discrete digital channels per device over a CAN network.
Which CAN-based system architectures benefit from adding the MCP25050-E/P as a remote I/O node?
Automotive body electronics, industrial PLCs, and building automation systems benefit most from the MCP25050-E/P as a remote I/O node. By placing this 8-bit CAN I/O expander at distributed locations along a CAN bus operating at up to 1 Mbps, designers eliminate point-to-point wiring runs and instead address each node's 8 digital channels via standard CAN frames, simplifying harness design in vehicles and factory floors.
How does the MCP25050-E/P compare to a standard GPIO expander without CAN connectivity?
Unlike SPI or I2C GPIO expanders limited to short PCB traces of typically under 1 meter, the MCP25050-E/P uses CAN bus transceivers to reach nodes up to 40 meters or more at 1 Mbps, and up to 500 meters at lower speeds. This makes it the preferred choice when I/O expansion is needed at physically remote locations within a vehicle or factory floor, rather than locally on the same PCB.
What is the factory lead time for MCP25050-E/P and how should buyers plan procurement?
Microchip lists a factory lead time of 6 weeks for the MCP25050-E/P in its PDIP-14 package. Buyers planning designs with this 8-bit CAN I/O expander should account for this lead time and place orders 6 to 8 weeks ahead of production start, or secure buffer stock from authorized distributors to avoid schedule delays on time-sensitive automotive or industrial programs.
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