MCP4562-103E/MS Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
Microchip MCP4562-103E/MS is a single-channel 10 kΩ digital potentiometer with non-volatile memory in a compact MSOP-8 package. Features I2C-compatible increment/decrement control interface with 1 kHz bandwidth. Ideal for precision analog adjustment in portable and industrial electronics applications.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP4562-103E/MS Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.3851(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
- Non-volatile memory (NVM) retains wiper position through power cycles without external EEPROM
- 10 kΩ end-to-end resistance with 128-step resolution via increment/decrement control interface
- 1 kHz bandwidth supports audio and low-frequency signal conditioning applications
- Compact MSOP-8 package minimizes PCB footprint for space-constrained designs
- Single-supply operation and I2C-compatible interface simplify integration into microcontroller systems
Applications
The MCP4562-103E/MS is widely used in portable instrumentation, audio equipment, and industrial calibration systems where digitally adjustable resistance is required without mechanical controls. Its non-volatile memory makes it ideal for set-and-forget calibration circuits in sensors, amplifiers, and power management modules. The compact MSOP-8 package suits space-constrained designs in medical devices and handheld test equipment.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | MSOP-8 |
| Factory Lead Time | 11Weeks |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Additional Feature | NON-VOLATILE MEMORY |
| Bandwidth-Nom | 1kHz |
| Control Interface | INCREMENT/DECREMENT |
| 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 | 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 |
| 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 |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What resistance value and resolution does the MCP4562-103E/MS provide for analog adjustment?
The MCP4562-103E/MS offers a 10 kΩ end-to-end resistance with 128 wiper positions, giving approximately 78 Ω per step. This resolution allows fine-grained analog adjustment suitable for gain setting, offset trimming, and voltage divider applications in precision instrumentation and audio signal chains.
How does the non-volatile memory in the MCP4562-103E/MS benefit system calibration designs?
The built-in non-volatile memory stores the wiper position so the potentiometer returns to its last programmed setting after a power cycle, eliminating the need for re-calibration on startup. This is especially valuable in factory-calibrated sensors, medical devices, and industrial transmitters where consistent output is required across 1,000s of power cycles over a product lifetime exceeding 5 years.
What control interface does the MCP4562-103E/MS use and what bandwidth does it support?
The MCP4562-103E/MS uses an I2C-compatible two-wire increment/decrement interface, making it straightforward to connect to any microcontroller with a standard I2C peripheral. It supports a 1 kHz signal bandwidth, which is appropriate for audio frequency applications, low-speed feedback loops, and DC bias adjustment circuits operating below 1 kHz.
Which package does the MCP4562-103E/MS use and how does it compare to DIP alternatives for board space?
The MCP4562-103E/MS is housed in an MSOP-8 surface-mount package measuring approximately 3.0 mm × 3.0 mm, which is roughly 80% smaller in board area than a through-hole DIP-8 package at 9.5 mm × 6.5 mm. This size advantage makes it the preferred choice for portable devices and densely packed PCBs where board space is at a premium.
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