MCP4012T-202E/CH Microchip Integrated Circuit (SOT23 (6-Pin)) In Stock

Name: MCP4012T-202E/CH
Brand: Microchip
SKU: MCP4012T-202E/CH
Availability: InStock

The MCP4012T-202E/CH is a single-channel digital potentiometer from Microchip with a 2.1 kΩ end-to-end resistance and 64 linear positions, controlled via a 2-wire increment/decrement serial interface. Packaged in a compact 6-pin SOT-23, it is RoHS-compliant and suited for digitally-adjustable gain, offset, and calibration circuits.

ACTIVEIntegrated CircuitVerified Jun 2026

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MCP4012T-202E/CHSOT23 (6-Pin)

Quick Facts

Manufacturer: Microchip
Package: SOT23 (6-Pin)
Pin Count: 6
Lifecycle: ACTIVE
Datasheet: MCP4012T-202E/CH Datasheet PDF
Category: Integrated Circuit
Price: From $0.3686(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 MCP4012T-202E/CH?

Single-channel digital potentiometer, 2.1 kΩ end-to-end resistance
64 linear wiper positions for fine-grained analog adjustment
2-wire increment/decrement serial control interface
4 kHz bandwidth for audio and low-frequency signal adjustment
Compact 6-pin SOT-23 package
RoHS-compliant (JESD-609 e3), Pb-free construction

What is MCP4012T-202E/CH used for?

The MCP4012T-202E/CH is used in digitally controlled gain and attenuation stages, calibration trims, and volume adjustment circuits in consumer audio, instrumentation, and sensor front-end designs. Its simple 2-wire interface and 64-position resolution make it well-suited for microcontroller-driven fine-tuning of analog signal paths in space-constrained portable and industrial equipment.

What are the specifications of MCP4012T-202E/CH?

Pbfree Code	Yes
Manufacturer Package Code	SOT-23-6
Factory Lead Time	15Weeks
YTEOL	9
Bandwidth-Nom	4kHz
Control Interface	INCREMENT/DECREMENT
Converter Type	DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER
JESD-30 Code	R-PDSO-G6
JESD-609 Code	e3
Number of Functions	1
Number of Positions	64
Package Body Material	PLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence Code	TSOP6,.11,37
Package Shape	RECTANGULAR
Package Style	SMALL OUTLINE, LOW PROFILE, SHRINK PITCH
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	GULL WING
Terminal Pitch	0.95mm
Terminal Position	DUAL
Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s)	40
Total Resistance-Nom	2100Ω
Package	SOT23 (6-Pin)

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS Status	Compliant
Lead-Free	Yes (Pb-Free)
Moisture Sensitivity Level	MSL 1
HTS Code	8542.39.00.60
Country of Origin	Thailand

Where can I find the MCP4012T-202E/CH datasheet?

MCP4012T-202E/CH Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Microchip

What are equivalent replacements for MCP4012T-202E/CH?

No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many adjustment steps does the MCP4012T-202E/CH offer, and what resistance change does each step represent?

The MCP4012T-202E/CH provides 64 linear wiper positions across its 2.1 kΩ end-to-end resistance. Each step represents approximately 32.8 Ω of change, enabling fine-grained analog adjustment in gain-control, calibration trim, and volume-control circuits.

What control interface does the MCP4012T-202E/CH use, and how does it integrate with a 3.3 V microcontroller?

The MCP4012T-202E/CH uses a 2-wire increment/decrement serial interface rather than SPI or I2C, using UP and CS lines. This minimizes pin usage on a microcontroller and is compatible with 3.3 V I/O logic levels, making it straightforward to add software-controlled analog trimming with just 2 GPIO pins.

For a 14-week production run, should procurement plan for MCP4012T-202E/CH lead time risk?

Yes. The MCP4012T-202E/CH has a factory lead time of 15 weeks, which exceeds a 14-week production window. Procurement teams should place orders at least 4 months ahead or identify a qualified pin-compatible alternate digital potentiometer to avoid line-stop risk, especially given the single-channel SOT-23-6 footprint constraints.

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MCP4012T-202E/CH Microchip Integrated Circuit (SOT23 (6-Pin)) In Stock

What are the key features of MCP4012T-202E/CH?

What is MCP4012T-202E/CH used for?

What are the specifications of MCP4012T-202E/CH?

Compliance & Regulatory

Where can I find the MCP4012T-202E/CH datasheet?

What are equivalent replacements for MCP4012T-202E/CH?

Frequently Asked Questions

How many adjustment steps does the MCP4012T-202E/CH offer, and what resistance change does each step represent?

What control interface does the MCP4012T-202E/CH use, and how does it integrate with a 3.3 V microcontroller?

For a 14-week production run, should procurement plan for MCP4012T-202E/CH lead time risk?

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