MCP2515-E/P Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
Microchip MCP2515-E/P is a stand-alone CAN controller implementing CAN specification 2.0B active, supporting up to 1 Mb/s data rate with SPI interface. Features 2 receive and 3 transmit buffers, message filtering, and interrupt capability. Available worldwide in 18-pin DIP package for industrial and automotive network designs.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 18
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP2515-E/P Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.5234(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
- Stand-alone CAN bus controller with SPI interface up to 10 MHz, enabling easy integration with any MCU
- Supports CAN specification 2.0B active with data rates up to 1 Mb/s for high-speed industrial networks
- Dual receive buffers with 6 acceptance filters and 2 masks for efficient message filtering and reduced CPU overhead
Applications
The MCP2515-E/P is widely used in industrial automation systems, factory floor networks, and automotive diagnostics where CAN bus communication is essential. It enables microcontrollers without built-in CAN peripherals to interface with CAN networks, making it suitable for building motor controllers, PLCs, and vehicle ECU prototyping. Its DIP-18 package and SPI interface make it ideal for development boards and retrofit embedded designs.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | PDIP-18 |
| Factory Lead Time | 6Weeks |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Boundary Scan | NO |
| Bus Compatibility | SPI |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 40MHz |
| Communication Protocol | SYNC; BIT ;BYTE |
| Data Encoding/Decoding Method | NRZ |
| Data Transfer Rate-Max | 0.125MBps |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDIP-T18 |
| 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 | DIP18,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| RAM (words) | 14 |
| Supply Current-Max | 10mA |
| 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 | SERIAL IO/COMMUNICATION CONTROLLER, LAN |
| ## MCP2515-E/P Alternates Showing results | Image |
| 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
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for MCP2515-E/P:
Microchip Technology Inc Two-wire, stand alone CAN controller
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum CAN bus data rate supported by the MCP2515-E/P?
The MCP2515-E/P supports CAN bus data rates up to 1 Mb/s, making it suitable for high-speed industrial and automotive networks. The SPI clock can run up to 10 MHz, and it fully implements CAN specification 2.0B active with both standard 11-bit and extended 29-bit identifiers.
How many message buffers and acceptance filters does the MCP2515-E/P provide for CAN message handling?
The MCP2515-E/P includes 3 transmit buffers and 2 receive buffers, along with 6 acceptance filters and 2 mask registers, allowing selective reception of CAN frames. This architecture reduces CPU overhead significantly in busy 1 Mb/s CAN networks by filtering unwanted messages in hardware.
Which microcontroller designs benefit most from adding an MCP2515-E/P for CAN connectivity on a 3.3 V to 5 V supply?
MCUs without native CAN peripherals, such as many 8-bit AVR and PIC devices, can add CAN connectivity via the MCP2515-E/P's SPI interface. Operating from 2.7 V to 5.5 V and housed in an 18-pin DIP package, the device simplifies PCB layouts and is popular in prototyping boards requiring CAN network access at up to 1 Mb/s.
What is the operating temperature range of the MCP2515-E/P and how does the E suffix affect selection?
The MCP2515-E/P operates over an extended temperature range of -40°C to +125°C, as indicated by the E suffix. This makes it suitable for harsh industrial and automotive environments. The /P suffix indicates the 18-pin DIP through-hole package, in contrast to SOIC or QFN surface-mount variants of the same CAN controller.
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