MCP4652-502E/UN Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
The MCP4652-502E/UN is a 256-step single digital potentiometer from Microchip with a 5 kΩ end-to-end resistance, 2-wire I2C serial interface, and 2 kHz bandwidth in a 10-pin MSOP package. It stores wiper position in non-volatile EEPROM and operates from 2.7 V to 5.5 V for reliable power-on recall. Available from global distributors with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 10
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP4652-502E/UN Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.8270(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
- 256-step resolution with 5 kΩ resistance and non-volatile EEPROM wiper storage for reliable power-on position recall
- 2-wire I2C serial interface with 400 kHz fast-mode support simplifying microcontroller integration without dedicated SPI pins
- 10-pin MSOP package enabling compact PCB layouts in space-constrained gain-control and calibration circuits
Applications
The MCP4652-502E/UN is used in programmable gain amplifiers, voltage reference trimmers, and system calibration circuits where microcontroller-adjustable resistance must be stored across power cycles. Its 2-wire I2C interface and 5 kΩ range also suit LCD bias adjustment, audio volume control, and sensor offset compensation in industrial and consumer electronics designs.
Specifications
| Manufacturer Package Code | MSOP-10 |
| Factory Lead Time | 7Weeks |
| 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-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 |
| 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 | 0.5mm |
| 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 2 |
| 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 MCP4652-502E/UN provide and what is its end-to-end resistance value?
The MCP4652-502E/UN provides 256 wiper steps across a 5 kΩ end-to-end resistance, giving a step size of approximately 19.5 Ω per step. This resolution is sufficient for precise gain trimming in amplifier circuits or for generating programmable voltage references with better than 0.4% adjustment granularity over the full resistance range.
Does the MCP4652-502E/UN retain its wiper position after power is removed, and how is it programmed?
Yes, the MCP4652-502E/UN stores the wiper position in on-chip non-volatile EEPROM, so it recalls the last programmed resistance at power-on without any microcontroller re-initialization. It is programmed via a standard 2-wire I2C interface at up to 400 kHz fast mode, requiring only 2 signal lines from a host MCU to set and read the 8-bit wiper register.
What supply voltage range does the MCP4652-502E/UN support for mixed 3.3 V and 5 V system designs?
The MCP4652-502E/UN operates from 2.7 V to 5.5 V, making it directly compatible with both 3.3 V microcontroller systems and legacy 5 V analog circuits. This wide range eliminates level-shifting in most mixed-signal boards and allows the digital potentiometer to sit on the same I2C bus as 3.3 V MCUs while driving 5 V analog signal-conditioning networks.
For a signal bandwidth of 2 kHz, which low-frequency control applications best match the MCP4652-502E/UN?
With a 2 kHz small-signal bandwidth, the MCP4652-502E/UN is well-matched to audio bass and treble tone control, slow programmable gain loops in sensor interfaces, and DC calibration trim circuits where adjustment rates are well below 1 kHz. It is not intended for high-frequency RF or video signal attenuation, where bandwidths of 10 MHz or more are required.
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| Qty. | Unit Price | Ext. Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1+ | $1.3600 | $1.36 |
| 100+ | $0.9500 | $95.00 |
| 1000+ | $0.8900 | $890.00 |
| 5000+ | $0.8370 | $4185.00 |
| 7500+ | $0.8290 | $6217.50 |
| 10000+ | $0.8270 | $8270.00 |
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