MCP4241-103E/SL Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
Microchip MCP4241-103E/SL is a dual-channel 10 kOhm digital potentiometer with 129 wiper positions, SPI interface, and 1 kHz bandwidth in SOIC-14 package. RoHS lead-free e3 compliant. Available from stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 14
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP4241-103E/SL Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $1.0100(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 MCP4241-103E/SL?
- Dual-channel 10 kOhm digital potentiometer with 129-step resolution controlled via SPI increment/decrement interface
- 1 kHz bandwidth supports audio and low-frequency signal conditioning applications in a SOIC-14 footprint
- Non-volatile wiper position memory option retains resistance settings through power cycles for set-and-forget designs
What is MCP4241-103E/SL used for?
The MCP4241-103E/SL enables precise digital control of resistance in audio volume controls, sensor calibration circuits, and programmable gain amplifiers. Its dual-channel architecture allows independent adjustment of two 10 kOhm resistive paths from a single SPI bus, reducing chip count in multi-channel designs. Industrial calibration equipment and consumer electronics benefit from its 129-position resolution for fine-grained analog signal tuning.
What are the specifications of MCP4241-103E/SL?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOIC-14 |
| Factory Lead Time | 7Weeks |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Bandwidth-Nom | 1kHz |
| Control Interface | INCREMENT/DECREMENT |
| Converter Type | DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G14 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Number of Positions | 257 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP14,.25 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| 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 | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Coefficient-Nom | 150ppm/°C |
| Temperature Grade | AUTOMOTIVE |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 40 |
| Total Resistance-Nom | 10000Ω |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
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 MCP4241-103E/SL datasheet?
MCP4241-103E/SL Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for MCP4241-103E/SL?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many resistance steps does the MCP4241-103E/SL provide, and what is the end-to-end resistance value?
The MCP4241-103E/SL provides 129 wiper positions over a 10 kOhm end-to-end resistance, giving approximately 78 Ohm per step resolution. This fine-grained control makes it suitable for audio volume adjustment, programmable gain circuits, and analog calibration applications where precise resistance tuning is required.
Which audio or signal-conditioning designs benefit from the MCP4241-103E/SL dual-channel configuration?
Stereo audio volume controls, balanced differential amplifiers with dual gain stages, and dual-sensor calibration circuits all benefit from the 2-channel architecture. Both channels share a single SPI interface, so a microcontroller can independently set each 10 kOhm potentiometer within 1 kHz bandwidth applications using increment/decrement commands.
How does the SPI increment/decrement control interface of MCP4241-103E/SL simplify firmware compared to parallel-interface potentiometers?
The SPI increment/decrement interface requires only 3 wires (SCK, SDI, CS) and simple up/down commands to step through 129 positions, eliminating the need for address buses or parallel I/O pins. This reduces MCU pin usage and simplifies firmware, making it practical to control multiple MCP4241 devices over a shared SPI bus in a SOIC-14 board layout.
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