MCP4132-502E/P Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
The Microchip MCP4132-502E/P is a single-channel SPI digital potentiometer with a 5 kΩ end-to-end resistance and 129-position linear taper. It supports increment/decrement control via SPI interface for precise resistance adjustment in circuits requiring programmable gain or bias. Packaged in an 8-pin PDIP, it integrates easily into breadboard and through-hole PCB prototypes.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP4132-502E/P Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.6800(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 MCP4132-502E/P?
- Single-channel 5 kΩ digital potentiometer with 129 wiper positions for fine-grained resistance control
- SPI-compatible INCREMENT/DECREMENT interface with up to 10 MHz clock support
- 2 kHz resistor bandwidth suitable for audio and low-frequency signal conditioning
- 8-pin PDIP package enables rapid prototyping on breadboards and through-hole PCBs
- RoHS-compliant Pb-free construction with JESD-609 e3 rating
What is MCP4132-502E/P used for?
The MCP4132-502E/P is commonly deployed in programmable gain amplifiers, DC bias adjustment circuits, and audio volume control systems where a microcontroller must set resistance digitally without mechanical potentiometers. It also suits calibration circuits in test equipment and sensor signal conditioning boards where repeatable, software-controlled resistance is needed.
What are the specifications of MCP4132-502E/P?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | PDIP-8 |
| Factory Lead Time | 8Weeks |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Bandwidth-Nom | 2kHz |
| Control Interface | INCREMENT/DECREMENT |
| Converter Type | DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDIP-T8 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Number of Positions | 129 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | DIP8,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Resistance Law | LINEAR |
| Resistance Tolerance-Max | 20% |
| Resistor Terminal Voltage-Max | 5V |
| Supply Current-Max | 1mA |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Coefficient-Nom | 150ppm/°C |
| Temperature Grade | AUTOMOTIVE |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Total Resistance-Nom | 5000Ω |
| 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 MCP4132-502E/P datasheet?
MCP4132-502E/P Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for MCP4132-502E/P?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many discrete resistance steps does the MCP4132-502E/P provide across its 5 kΩ range?
The MCP4132-502E/P offers 129 wiper positions across a 5 kΩ end-to-end resistance, yielding a step resolution of approximately 39 Ω per increment, which is sufficient for audio level control, programmable gain, and DC bias trimming in most embedded designs.
Which SPI control interface does the MCP4132-502E/P use, and how fast can the clock run?
The MCP4132-502E/P uses an SPI INCREMENT/DECREMENT control interface rated up to 10 MHz clock frequency, allowing a microcontroller to update the wiper position in microseconds. The 2 kHz resistor bandwidth limits signal-path use to low-frequency and DC applications.
For a 3.3 V microcontroller prototype, is the 8-pin PDIP package of MCP4132-502E/P convenient to use on a breadboard?
Yes. The PDIP-8 package has 8 through-hole pins on a standard 0.1-inch pitch, making the MCP4132-502E/P directly insertable into a solderless breadboard for rapid prototyping alongside 3.3 V MCU development boards without soldering or adapters.
What procurement lead time should designers plan for when sourcing MCP4132-502E/P in volume?
Microchip lists a factory lead time of 8 weeks for MCP4132-502E/P. Designers building production runs of more than a few hundred units should place orders 8 to 12 weeks in advance or maintain safety stock to avoid supply disruptions.
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