MCP4011T-502E/MC Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline No-lead) In Stock
Microchip MCP4011T-502E/MC is a single-channel digital potentiometer with 5 kOhm end-to-end resistance and 64 wiper positions. It uses an increment/decrement interface in a compact 8-DFN package, suitable for gain control and calibration circuits in industrial and consumer designs.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline No-lead
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP4011T-502E/MC Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.4469(MOQ 100)
- 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 MCP4011T-502E/MC?
- 5 kOhm end-to-end resistance with 64 wiper tap positions
- Simple 2-wire increment/decrement control interface (no SPI/I2C bus)
- 2 kHz bandwidth suitable for audio and signal-conditioning applications
- Compact 8-DFN (DFN-8) package for space-limited PCB designs
- RoHS compliant and REACH compliant construction
- Low supply current for power-sensitive portable applications
What is MCP4011T-502E/MC used for?
The MCP4011T-502E/MC is used in gain adjustment, offset calibration, and programmable filter circuits within industrial instrumentation, medical devices, and consumer audio equipment. Its simple increment/decrement interface minimizes firmware complexity, making it an efficient choice for closed-loop trimming and adaptive signal conditioning designs.
What are the specifications of MCP4011T-502E/MC?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | DFN-8 |
| Reach Compliance Code | Compliant |
| Factory Lead Time | 16Weeks |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Bandwidth-Nom | 2kHz |
| Control Interface | INCREMENT/DECREMENT |
| Converter Type | DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-N8 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Number of Positions | 64 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOLCC8,.12,20 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, HEAT SINK/SLUG, VERY THIN PROFILE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Resistance Law | LINEAR |
| Resistance Tolerance-Max | 20% |
| Resistor Terminal Voltage-Max | 5V |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Supply Current-Max | 0.45mA |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Coefficient-Nom | 150ppm/°C |
| Temperature Grade | AUTOMOTIVE |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | NO LEAD |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.5mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 40 |
| Total Resistance-Nom | 5000Ω |
| Package | Small Outline No-lead |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Where can I find the MCP4011T-502E/MC datasheet?
MCP4011T-502E/MC Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for MCP4011T-502E/MC?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the increment/decrement interface of MCP4011T-502E/MC differ from SPI-based digital potentiometers?
The MCP4011T-502E/MC uses a 2-wire increment/decrement control instead of SPI or I2C, requiring only 2 GPIO lines and minimal firmware. The wiper steps through 64 positions across a 5 kOhm resistance, simplifying integration in microcontroller designs with limited communication peripherals.
What bandwidth does MCP4011T-502E/MC support, and is it suitable for audio signal path applications?
The MCP4011T-502E/MC has a nominal bandwidth of 2 kHz. While this is adequate for low-frequency audio-band signal conditioning, gain trimming, and filter adjustments, it is not suited for high-frequency RF or wideband applications where MHz-range bandwidth is required.
How many wiper positions does the MCP4011T-502E/MC offer and what resolution does that provide?
The device provides 64 discrete wiper positions over a 5 kOhm end-to-end resistance, yielding approximately 78 Ohm per step. This resolution is sufficient for most calibration, gain control, and offset adjustment tasks in sensor interfaces and analog front-end designs.
What is the package type and footprint of MCP4011T-502E/MC for high-density PCB assembly?
The MCP4011T-502E/MC is supplied in an 8-pin DFN (DFN-8) package, which has a very small footprint ideal for high-density surface-mount assemblies. It is RoHS compliant and tape-and-reel packaged, making it compatible with automated pick-and-place production lines.
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