MCP4911-E/SN Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
The MCP4911-E/SN is a 10-bit single-channel SPI DAC from Microchip with a maximum output voltage of 4.096 V, housed in a compact SOIC-8 package. It offers serial binary input and RoHS-compliant lead-free construction. Available from stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP4911-E/SN Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 10-bit resolution with SPI serial interface enables precise analog output control from any microcontroller
- Maximum output voltage of 4.096 V matches common reference standards for direct use without scaling
- Compact SOIC-8 package minimizes PCB footprint in space-constrained analog designs
- RoHS-compliant lead-free construction meets environmental regulations worldwide
Applications
The MCP4911-E/SN is well-suited for calibration circuits, programmable voltage references, and motor control systems where a precise 10-bit analog output is required. Its SPI interface allows easy integration with popular microcontrollers such as PIC, AVR, and ARM Cortex-M devices running at 3.3 V or 5 V logic. Industrial sensor conditioning boards, audio equipment, and data acquisition systems benefit from its accurate 4.096 V full-scale output and small SOIC-8 footprint.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOIC-8 |
| Factory Lead Time | 24Weeks |
| YTEOL | 8 |
| Analog Output Voltage-Max | 4.096V |
| Converter Type | D/A CONVERTER |
| Input Bit Code | BINARY |
| Input Format | SERIAL |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G8 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Linearity Error-Max (EL) | 0.34179% |
| Number of Bits | 10 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP8,.23 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Settling Time-Nom (tstl) | 4.5 µs |
| Supply Current-Max | 0.35mA |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Temperature Grade | AUTOMOTIVE |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| ## MCP4911-E/SN Alternates Showing results | Image |
| 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 | Mainland China, Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for MCP4911-E/SN:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What resolution does MCP4911-E/SN provide and how does it affect analog output accuracy?
MCP4911-E/SN offers 10-bit resolution, dividing the output range into 1024 steps. With a 4.096 V reference, each LSB corresponds to approximately 4 mV, giving sufficient precision for calibration circuits, programmable power supplies, and sensor offset trimming in industrial and consumer applications.
Which microcontrollers and communication protocols are compatible with MCP4911-E/SN?
MCP4911-E/SN uses a standard SPI serial interface with binary input format, making it compatible with virtually any microcontroller that has an SPI master port, including PIC, AVR, ARM Cortex-M, and ESP32 families operating at 3.3 V or 5 V logic. The SOIC-8 package fits standard 0.15-inch wide footprints found on most development boards.
For a compact motor-control PCB, how does the SOIC-8 package of MCP4911-E/SN help layout?
The SOIC-8 package occupies a footprint of approximately 4.9 mm x 3.9 mm with 1.27 mm pitch leads, fitting easily on 2-layer boards without fine-pitch routing constraints. This allows the DAC to sit close to the PWM controller or analog front end, minimizing trace length and reducing noise on the 0 V to 4.096 V output signal.
When is MCP4911-E/SN a suitable alternative to a 12-bit DAC in cost-sensitive designs?
MCP4911-E/SN is cost-effective when 10-bit resolution, roughly 1024 levels over 4.096 V, meets the application accuracy requirement. For audio equalizers, LED dimming drivers, or temperature control loops tolerating 4 mV step size, the 10-bit MCP4911 avoids the price premium of 12-bit devices while retaining the familiar SPI interface and SOIC-8 form factor.
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