MCP4012T-503E/CH Microchip Integrated Circuit (SOT23 (6-Pin)) In Stock
Microchip MCP4012T-503E/CH is a single-channel digital potentiometer with 50 kΩ end-to-end resistance and 64-position linear taper. It features an increment/decrement 2-wire serial interface, operates in a compact 6-pin SOT-23 package, and is RoHS-compliant lead-free for modern electronic designs.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- SOT23 (6-Pin)
- Pin Count
- 6
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP4012T-503E/CH Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.4900(MOQ 25)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 50 kΩ end-to-end resistance with 64-position linear taper
- 2-wire increment/decrement serial control interface
- Compact 6-pin SOT-23 package for minimal PCB footprint
- Nominal bandwidth of 0.2 kHz for stable signal conditioning
- RoHS-compliant lead-free construction
- Single-function digital potentiometer for simplified circuit integration
Applications
The MCP4012T is widely used in audio volume control, display brightness adjustment, and sensor offset calibration circuits where a compact digitally controlled resistance is needed without complex communication protocols. It is also deployed in industrial control panels and consumer electronics for electronically adjustable gain and bias trimming via simple two-wire increment/decrement commands.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOT-23-6 |
| Factory Lead Time | 7Weeks |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Bandwidth-Nom | 0.2kHz |
| 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 | 50000Ω |
| Package | SOT23 (6-Pin) |
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 |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many resistance steps does MCP4012T-503E/CH offer, and how does 64-position resolution affect trimming precision?
The MCP4012T-503E/CH provides 64 discrete wiper positions across a 50 kΩ end-to-end resistance, giving approximately 781 Ω per step. This resolution is adequate for audio gain trimming, display brightness control, and sensor offset adjustment where coarse digital tuning replaces mechanical potentiometers.
Which interface does MCP4012T-503E/CH use for wiper control, and how simple is firmware integration?
The MCP4012T-503E/CH uses a 2-wire increment/decrement interface requiring only 2 GPIO lines from a microcontroller. This minimalist control scheme simplifies firmware to basic pulse counting, making integration straightforward even on low-pin-count MCUs or CPLD-based control boards.
How small is the MCP4012T-503E/CH footprint, and does the SOT-23-6 package suit portable or wearable designs?
The MCP4012T-503E/CH uses a 6-pin SOT-23 package, one of the smallest standard SMT packages with a body footprint under 3 mm x 3 mm. This compact form factor is well suited for portable devices, wearables, and densely packed PCBs where board space is a premium constraint.
What is the lead time for MCP4012T-503E/CH, and what sourcing strategy reduces supply disruption risk?
The MCP4012T-503E/CH carries a factory lead time of 7 weeks. To reduce supply disruption risk, procurement teams should place rolling forecasts at least 8 to 10 weeks ahead and consider qualifying the pin-compatible MCP4011 or MCP4013 as alternate sources for volume production.
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