MCP4262-502E/UN Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
Microchip MCP4262-502E/UN is a dual-channel SPI digital potentiometer with 256-step resolution and 5 kOhm end-to-end resistance. It supports increment/decrement control at up to 2 kHz bandwidth and operates from a single supply in a 10-pin MSOP package. Available in stock from authorized distributors with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 10
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP4262-502E/UN Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $1.0400(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- Dual-channel 256-step digital potentiometer with 5 kOhm (502) end-to-end resistance in a single MSOP-10 package
- SPI increment/decrement interface with volatile and non-volatile wiper position storage for power-cycle retention
- 2 kHz -3 dB bandwidth supporting audio and signal conditioning applications with low distortion
- Single-supply operation from 1.8 V to 5.5 V with typical 75 nA shutdown current for battery-powered designs
Applications
The MCP4262-502E/UN is used for programmable gain control in audio amplifiers, calibration trim circuits in precision measurement equipment, and brightness adjustment in LED driver stages. Its dual-channel configuration allows simultaneous control of two independent resistive dividers from a single SPI bus, saving microcontroller GPIO lines. The non-volatile wiper memory ensures set-point retention across power cycles in field-calibrated instruments.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | MSOP-10 |
| Factory Lead Time | 7Weeks |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Bandwidth-Nom | 2kHz |
| Control Interface | INCREMENT/DECREMENT |
| Converter Type | DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER |
| JESD-30 Code | S-PDSO-G10 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Number of Positions | 257 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | TSSOP10,.19,20 |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, THIN PROFILE, SHRINK PITCH |
| 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 | 0.5mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Total Resistance-Nom | 5000Ω |
| 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 |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many resistance steps does the MCP4262-502E/UN provide and what is its full-scale resistance?
The MCP4262-502E/UN provides 256 discrete wiper steps across a 5 kOhm (nominal) end-to-end resistance, giving a step resolution of approximately 19.6 Ohm per step. The wiper resistance is typically 75 Ohm, which should be accounted for in precision voltage divider calculations. This resolution suits fine-grained gain or bias trimming in analog signal chains.
Does the MCP4262-502E/UN retain its wiper position after power is removed?
Yes, the MCP4262-502E/UN features non-volatile EEPROM-backed wiper position storage, retaining the last programmed position across power cycles without microcontroller intervention. It supports up to 100,000 write cycles to non-volatile memory and offers a data retention period exceeding 40 years, making it suitable for factory-calibrated instruments that must recall settings on power-up.
What supply voltage range and package does the MCP4262-502E/UN use for space-constrained designs?
The MCP4262-502E/UN operates from a 1.8 V to 5.5 V supply, covering both 3.3 V and 5 V systems. It comes in a 10-pin MSOP package with a 0.5 mm pin pitch, occupying a PCB footprint of approximately 3 mm x 3 mm. This compact size suits handheld instruments, wearables, and portable calibration tools where board space is limited.
For an audio gain control circuit, how does the MCP4262-502E/UN's bandwidth compare to typical audio requirements?
The MCP4262-502E/UN has a -3 dB bandwidth of 2 kHz, which covers the most audible speech-frequency range but falls short of full 20 kHz hi-fi audio. It is well suited for voice-band audio controls, telephone interfaces, and low-frequency analog calibration loops operating below 1 kHz. For wider audio bandwidth, the MCP4162 series with higher resistance values may be evaluated as an alternative.
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