MCP40D17T-104E/LT Microchip Integrated Circuit (SOT23 (6-Pin)) In Stock
Microchip MCP40D17T-104E/LT is a single-channel I2C digital potentiometer with 100 kΩ end-to-end resistance and 128 linear wiper positions. Housed in a 6-pin SC-70 package, it enables software-controlled resistance adjustment in compact analog control and calibration circuits.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- SOT23 (6-Pin)
- Pin Count
- 6
- Lifecycle
- OBSOLETE
- Datasheet
- MCP40D17T-104E/LT Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.5880(MOQ 500)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- Single-channel digital potentiometer with 100 kΩ end-to-end resistance
- 128-position linear wiper for fine-grained resistance adjustment over I2C
- 2-wire I2C serial interface simplifies microcontroller integration
- Ultra-compact 6-pin SC-70 package for space-constrained PCB designs
- RoHS-compliant (JESD-609 e3) with 100 Hz bandwidth for low-frequency analog control
Applications
The MCP40D17T-104E/LT is used in applications requiring software-programmable resistance, such as gain adjustment in amplifier circuits, calibration of sensor signal conditioning, and LCD contrast control. Its I2C interface allows the host microcontroller to update wiper position dynamically at runtime without mechanical trimmer adjustment. Common deployment areas include industrial instrumentation, medical device calibration, and audio equipment where digital tuning improves manufacturing repeatability.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Factory Lead Time | 7Weeks |
| YTEOL | 0 |
| Bandwidth-Nom | 0.1kHz |
| Control Interface | 2-WIRE SERIAL |
| Converter Type | DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G6 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Number of Positions | 128 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | TSSOP6,.08 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, THIN PROFILE, SHRINK PITCH |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Resistance Law | LINEAR |
| Resistance Tolerance-Max | 20% |
| Resistor Terminal Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Supply Current-Max | 0.08mA |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 2.7V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Coefficient-Nom | 150ppm/°C |
| Temperature Grade | AUTOMOTIVE |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.65mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Total Resistance-Nom | 100000Ω |
| Package | SOT23 (6-Pin) |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many resistance steps does the MCP40D17T-104E/LT support and over what total resistance range?
The MCP40D17T-104E/LT provides 128 linear wiper positions across a 100 kΩ end-to-end resistance, giving approximately 781 Ω per step. This resolution is sufficient for fine gain adjustment, sensor offset calibration, and LCD bias tuning via a standard 2-wire I2C interface.
Can MCP40D17T-104E/LT replace a mechanical trimmer in a production amplifier calibration circuit?
Yes. The MCP40D17T-104E/LT replaces mechanical trimmers in amplifier calibration by allowing a microcontroller to set any of 128 wiper positions over I2C at startup or in-field. This eliminates mechanical wear and improves calibration repeatability across production batches, all within a 6-pin SC-70 footprint.
What should procurement teams consider about lifecycle and availability for MCP40D17T-104E/LT?
The MCP40D17T-104E/LT carries a YTEOL (years to end-of-life) indicator of 0, suggesting lifecycle attention is warranted for long-term designs. Buyers should confirm current lifecycle status with Microchip or authorized distributors and consider cross-referencing to an active digital potentiometer in the MCP4xxx family before committing to multi-year production.
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