MCP4652-503E/UN Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
MCP4652-503E/UN is a dual-channel, I2C-controlled digital potentiometer by Microchip Technology, offering 256 wiper positions and a 50 kΩ end-to-end resistance in a 10-pin MSOP package. Key specs: 2 kHz signal bandwidth, 2-wire I2C interface, non-volatile wiper position memory. Available in Pb-free MSOP-10 packaging for gain control, offset adjustment, and calibration applications.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 10
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP4652-503E/UN Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.8290(MOQ 10)
- 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 MCP4652-503E/UN?
- 256-step wiper resolution on a 50 kΩ resistor array provides fine-grained resistance control from approximately 195 Ω to 50 kΩ per channel
- I2C 2-wire serial interface minimizes GPIO usage on the host MCU, enabling control with just SCL and SDA lines shared with other bus devices
- Dual-channel configuration (2 independent potentiometers) in a single 10-pin MSOP package reduces BOM and PCB footprint versus two separate devices
- Non-volatile wiper position memory retains the last set resistance value through power cycles, eliminating initialization overhead in production equipment
What is MCP4652-503E/UN used for?
MCP4652-503E/UN is used for programmable gain control, bias voltage trimming, and calibration in precision analog circuits where an MCU must adjust resistance digitally over I2C without mechanical access. Audio volume control, LCD contrast adjustment, and sensor signal conditioning circuits benefit from the 256-step resolution and the dual-channel integration that handles two independent signal paths simultaneously. Industrial calibrators, programmable power supplies, and test equipment also use the MCP4652-503E/UN to replace manual trimmer potentiometers with software-controlled adjustments.
What are the specifications of MCP4652-503E/UN?
| 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 |
Where can I find the MCP4652-503E/UN datasheet?
MCP4652-503E/UN Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for MCP4652-503E/UN?
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many distinct resistance steps does MCP4652-503E/UN provide, and what is the step size on the 50 kΩ version?
The MCP4652-503E/UN provides 256 wiper positions across a 50 kΩ end-to-end resistance, giving a nominal step size of approximately 195 Ω per step (50,000 Ω ÷ 256 steps). The minimum wiper resistance is approximately 75 Ω to 195 Ω depending on supply voltage, so the effective range spans from roughly 195 Ω at the low end to 50 kΩ at the high end, suitable for fine-resolution analog adjustment in gain and bias circuits.
What I2C address options does the MCP4652-503E/UN support, and how many devices can share a single I2C bus?
The MCP4652-503E/UN uses a 7-bit I2C address with the upper 4 bits fixed at 0101 and the lower 3 bits set by the A2, A1, A0 address pins, providing up to 8 unique addresses. This means up to 8 MCP4652-503E/UN devices (16 independent 50 kΩ potentiometer channels total) can share a single 2-wire I2C bus at up to 400 kHz (Fast Mode), maximizing channel density in multichannel calibration or audio routing systems.
For a programmable gain amplifier design, how does the 2 kHz signal bandwidth of the MCP4652-503E/UN limit the application frequency range?
The MCP4652-503E/UN specifies a nominal signal bandwidth of 2 kHz for the resistor array when used in a voltage divider or gain-setting configuration. This means the device is suitable for DC to audio-frequency signals up to approximately 2 kHz with minimal attenuation. Applications above 2 kHz, such as high-frequency filter tuning or RF gain control, would see increasing signal attenuation and phase shift, making the MCP4652-503E/UN unsuitable for those frequency ranges without additional buffering.
Does the MCP4652-503E/UN retain its wiper setting after power is removed, and what does this mean for system startup behavior?
Yes. The MCP4652-503E/UN includes non-volatile memory that stores the last written wiper position. When power is restored, the device automatically loads the saved 8-bit wiper value without any I2C initialization command from the host MCU. In production calibration workflows, this means a calibrated gain or offset value set during factory test persists through power cycles, eliminating the need for the host processor to re-send configuration data at every system boot.
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