MCP2510T-I/SO Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
Microchip MCP2510T-I/SO is a stand-alone CAN controller with SPI interface, 25 MHz maximum clock frequency, and 3V minimum supply voltage at 16 MHz in an SOIC-18 package. It enables CAN bus connectivity for microcontrollers lacking built-in CAN peripherals.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 18
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP2510T-I/SO Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $3.0100(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
- Stand-alone CAN controller with SPI interface up to 25 MHz for easy microcontroller integration
- Operates from 3V minimum supply at 16 MHz enabling 3.3V system compatibility
- SOIC-18 package supporting standard SMT assembly for automotive and industrial designs
- Full CAN 2.0B protocol support for reliable multi-node bus communication
- Short 3-week factory lead time ensuring supply chain flexibility
Applications
The MCP2510T-I/SO adds CAN bus capability to any microcontroller via a simple 4-wire SPI interface, making it ideal for automotive body electronics, industrial machine control, and embedded networks where the host MCU lacks a native CAN peripheral. Its 3V minimum operating voltage supports direct integration with 3.3V logic-level microcontrollers without level shifters in many designs. The device suits multi-node CAN networks in agricultural equipment, robotics, and building automation systems.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOIC-18 |
| Reach Compliance Code | Compliant |
| Factory Lead Time | 3Weeks |
| Date Of Intro | 1999-06-07 |
| YTEOL | 3 |
| Additional Feature | OPERATES AT 3V MINIMUM SUPPLY @ 16 MHZ |
| Boundary Scan | NO |
| Bus Compatibility | SPI |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 25MHz |
| Communication Protocol | SYNC; BIT ;BYTE |
| Data Encoding/Decoding Method | NRZ |
| Data Transfer Rate-Max | 0.125MBps |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G18 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Low Power Mode | YES |
| Number of Serial I/Os | 1 |
| On Chip Data RAM Width | 8 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP18,.4 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RAM (words) | 14 |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Supply Current-Max | 10mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 4.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | SERIAL IO/COMMUNICATION CONTROLLER, LAN |
| ## MCP2510T-I/SO Alternates Showing results | Image |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 2 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
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Frequently Asked Questions
At what SPI clock frequency does MCP2510T-I/SO operate, and is this sufficient for high-throughput CAN frame injection?
The MCP2510T-I/SO supports a maximum SPI clock of 25 MHz. CAN 2.0B frames at 1 Mbps require far less SPI bandwidth than 25 MHz, so even at full CAN bus speed with back-to-back frames, the SPI link is not a bottleneck, leaving headroom for the host MCU to handle other SPI peripherals on the same bus.
Can the MCP2510T-I/SO operate in a 3.3V system without a dedicated 5V supply rail?
Yes, the MCP2510T-I/SO operates at a minimum supply voltage of 3V at 16 MHz SPI clock, making it directly compatible with 3.3V microcontroller systems. This eliminates the need for a separate 5V regulator or level translation circuitry, simplifying the schematic for 3.3V automotive and industrial designs.
How does the MCP2510T-I/SO compare to microcontrollers with built-in CAN when retrofitting CAN into an existing design?
Adding MCP2510T-I/SO to an existing design requires only 18 pins (SOIC-18) and 4 SPI wires, avoiding a complete MCU swap. This approach preserves the existing firmware investment and board layout while adding CAN 2.0B capability. The trade-off is that the SPI overhead adds a few microseconds of latency per frame compared to a native CAN peripheral.
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