MCP4532-503E/MS Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
Microchip MCP4532-503E/MS is a single-channel 50 kΩ digital potentiometer with 128 wiper positions and 2-wire I2C interface in an 8-pin MSOP package. It provides 2 kHz nominal bandwidth and supports 5 kΩ, 10 kΩ, and 50 kΩ resistor array variants. From $0.90, in stock, worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP4532-503E/MS Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.5660(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 MCP4532-503E/MS?
- Single-channel 50 kΩ digital potentiometer with 128 steps over I2C 2-wire interface for simple microcontroller integration
- Available in 5 kΩ, 10 kΩ, and 50 kΩ resistance variants sharing identical pinout and MSOP-8 package
- 2 kHz nominal bandwidth suitable for audio frequency gain control and signal level adjustment applications
What is MCP4532-503E/MS used for?
The MCP4532-503E/MS is used in I2C-controlled gain stages, LCD contrast adjustment circuits, and sensor calibration trimmers where software-settable resistance replaces manual mechanical potentiometers. Its 128-step resolution across 50 kΩ provides approximately 390 Ω per step, allowing fine analog tuning in audio DSP systems and signal conditioning front-ends. The compact MSOP-8 form factor is a natural fit for space-limited industrial control modules and embedded sensor nodes.
What are the specifications of MCP4532-503E/MS?
| Manufacturer Package Code | MSOP-8 |
| Factory Lead Time | 11Weeks |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Additional Feature | THE RESISTOR ARRAY VALUES ARE 5000 OHM,10000 OHM, 50000 OHM |
| Bandwidth-Nom | 2kHz |
| Control Interface | 2-WIRE SERIAL |
| Converter Type | DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER |
| JESD-30 Code | S-PDSO-G8 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Number of Positions | 257 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP8,.19 |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Resistance Law | LINEAR |
| Resistance Tolerance-Max | 20% |
| Resistor Terminal Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Supply Current-Max | 0.6mA |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 3V |
| 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 |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 40 |
| Total Resistance-Nom | 100000Ω |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.60 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Where can I find the MCP4532-503E/MS datasheet?
MCP4532-503E/MS Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for MCP4532-503E/MS?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many resistance steps does the MCP4532-503E/MS offer and what is the step resolution at 50 kΩ?
The MCP4532-503E/MS provides 128 wiper positions across a 50 kΩ end-to-end resistance, giving approximately 390 Ω per step. This resolution is sufficient for audio gain control, contrast adjustment, and sensor offset calibration where fine incremental tuning is needed.
Does the MCP4532-503E/MS retain its wiper position after power loss?
The MCP4532-503E/MS stores the wiper position in volatile SRAM, so it resets to the mid-scale position (step 64 of 128) on power-up. Applications requiring non-volatile wiper memory should instead use the MCP4532's NV variants, which retain position across power cycles using internal EEPROM.
For an I2C bus shared with multiple peripherals, how does the MCP4532-503E/MS address assignment work?
The MCP4532-503E/MS uses a fixed I2C address with the last 2 bits hardware-configured via the A0 and A1 address pins, allowing up to 4 devices on the same 2-wire bus. Each device responds independently to its unique 7-bit address, enabling 4 independent 50 kΩ channels on one I2C interface.
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