MCP3304-CI/P Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
Microchip MCP3304-CI/P is a 13-bit successive approximation ADC with 4 differential or 8 single-ended SPI inputs and ±5 V analog input range in a 16-pin PDIP package. It offers a maximum conversion time of 6.19 µs and operates from a 5 V supply. Used in industrial data acquisition, sensor interfaces, and precision measurement systems.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 16
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP3304-CI/P Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.8799(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 MCP3304-CI/P?
- 13-bit successive approximation ADC with 4 differential or 8 single-ended input channels
- Wide analog input voltage range from -5 V to +5 V for direct sensor signal measurement
- SPI-compatible serial interface enabling easy connection to microcontrollers
- Maximum conversion time of 6.19 µs supporting fast multiplexed data acquisition
- 16-pin PDIP-16 through-hole package for prototyping and evaluation system integration
What is MCP3304-CI/P used for?
The MCP3304-CI/P is used in industrial sensor data acquisition systems, process control equipment, and precision measurement instruments where multiple differential analog signals must be digitized with 13-bit resolution. Its SPI interface and flexible channel configuration allow microcontroller-based designs to sample temperature, pressure, and strain gauge bridge outputs directly without additional signal conditioning amplifiers.
What are the specifications of MCP3304-CI/P?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | PDIP-16 |
| Factory Lead Time | 6Weeks |
| YTEOL | 8 |
| Analog Input Voltage-Max | 5V |
| Analog Input Voltage-Min | -5 V |
| Conversion Time-Max | 6.1904 µs |
| Converter Type | ADC, SUCCESSIVE APPROXIMATION |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDIP-T16 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Linearity Error-Max (EL) | 0.0244% |
| Number of Analog In Channels | 8 |
| Number of Bits | 13 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Output Bit Code | BINARY, 2'S COMPLEMENT BINARY |
| Output Format | SERIAL |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | DIP16,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Sample Rate | 0.1MHz |
| Sample and Hold / Track and Hold | SAMPLE |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| 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 MCP3304-CI/P datasheet?
MCP3304-CI/P Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for MCP3304-CI/P?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the differential input configuration of MCP3304-CI/P reduce noise in industrial sensor measurements?
The MCP3304-CI/P provides 4 differential input pairs that reject common-mode noise injected equally onto both signal lines, which is critical in industrial environments where long cable runs pick up 50 Hz or 60 Hz interference. Each differential pair measures signals within the ±5 V analog input range, allowing direct connection to bridge sensor outputs with typical common-mode noise rejection exceeding 60 dB.
At what SPI clock rate can MCP3304-CI/P complete a conversion, and how many channels can be sampled per second?
The MCP3304-CI/P achieves a maximum conversion time of 6.19 µs, which corresponds to a throughput rate of approximately 100,000 samples per second at a 1.6 MHz SPI clock. When multiplexing all 8 single-ended channels, the effective per-channel sample rate is about 12,500 samples per second per channel, sufficient for slow-moving process variables such as temperature or pressure.
Can MCP3304-CI/P measure bridge sensor outputs from a Wheatstone bridge powered at 5 V?
Yes, the MCP3304-CI/P accepts differential inputs within the ±5 V analog input range, which covers the millivolt-level differential output of a 5 V-powered Wheatstone bridge. The 13-bit resolution provides approximately 1.2 mV per LSB with a 5 V reference, enabling detection of small bridge imbalances caused by strain, pressure, or force without preamplification in low-noise laboratory applications.
What are the packaging and lead time considerations for MCP3304-CI/P in production builds?
The MCP3304-CI/P is supplied in a PDIP-16 through-hole package with a factory lead time of approximately 6 weeks. For higher-volume surface-mount assembly, the SOIC-16 package variant of the MCP3304 family may be more appropriate for tape-and-reel SMT placement. The part is RoHS-compliant and lead-free, meeting JESD-609 code e3 environmental compliance standards.
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