TC1232CPA Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
TC1232CPA is a single-channel voltage supervisor and microprocessor reset IC from Microchip with an adjustable threshold, housed in an 8-pin PDIP package, providing reliable power-on reset and brownout detection for embedded systems and industrial control equipment.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TC1232CPA Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.8550(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- ?°C to 70.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of TC1232CPA?
- Single-channel voltage supervisor with adjustable threshold for flexible reset voltage setting
- Microprocessor reset IC ensuring clean power-on and brownout recovery
- 8-pin PDIP package compatible with through-hole and breadboard prototyping
- RoHS-compliant lead-free construction (JESD-609 e3)
- 8-week factory lead time with active production status
What is TC1232CPA used for?
TC1232CPA is used in microprocessor and microcontroller reset circuits where a reliable brownout detection and power-on reset signal is essential for system integrity in industrial controllers, consumer appliances, and embedded computing boards. Its adjustable threshold makes it versatile for designs running from non-standard supply voltages or requiring tight reset voltage margins to meet system reliability specifications.
What are the specifications of TC1232CPA?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | PDIP-8 |
| Factory Lead Time | 8Weeks |
| YTEOL | 8 |
| Adjustable Threshold | YES |
| Analog IC - Other Type | VOLTAGE SUPERVISOR/RESET IC |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDIP-T8 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | DIP8,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Supply Current-Max (Isup) | 0.2mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup) | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup) | 4.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup) | 5V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Temperature Grade | COMMERCIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Threshold Voltage-Nom | +4.37V, +4.62V |
| Package | Dual-In-Line Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Where can I find the TC1232CPA datasheet?
TC1232CPA Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for TC1232CPA?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does TC1232CPA's adjustable threshold work, and why is it valuable in designs with non-standard supply voltages?
TC1232CPA features an adjustable reset threshold that lets designers set the exact brownout trip point using an external resistor divider, rather than relying on a fixed voltage like 3.3 V or 5 V supervisors. This flexibility is critical for systems running at 3.0 V, 2.5 V, or custom rail voltages where a fixed-threshold supervisor would trigger too early or too late.
In what types of embedded control systems is TC1232CPA typically used as a reset supervisor?
TC1232CPA is commonly used in industrial PLCs, HVAC controllers, and embedded computing boards to generate a clean reset pulse during power-up and brownout events. By holding the microcontroller in reset until the 1 supply channel stabilizes above the programmed threshold, it prevents erratic code execution and data corruption in 8-bit and 16-bit controller designs.
What package does TC1232CPA come in, and how does the PDIP-8 format affect assembly and rework options?
TC1232CPA is supplied in an 8-pin PDIP through-hole package with a 0.300-inch row spacing, making it socketed-friendly for field replacement and ideal for prototype builds and low-volume industrial boards where hand-soldering and IC sockets reduce rework time compared to SOIC or QFN SMT versions.
What is the typical lead time for TC1232CPA, and how should procurement teams plan inventory for production builds?
TC1232CPA has a factory lead time of approximately 8 weeks, which is moderate for a voltage supervisor IC. Buyers building embedded reset circuits into industrial or consumer products should maintain at least 4–6 weeks of safety stock, especially given the low per-unit cost that makes carrying buffer inventory economically straightforward.
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