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MCP4161-502E/MF - Microchip

Description: MCP4161-502E/MF, Digital Potentiometer 5kΩ 257-Position Serial-SPI 8-Pin DFN

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MCP4161-502E/MF Details

  • Manufacturer Part Number:

    MCP4161-502E/MF

  • Pbfree Code:

    Yes

  • Rohs Code:

    Yes

  • Part Life Cycle Code:

    Active

  • Part Package Code:

    DFN

  • Package Description:

    3 X 3 MM, 0.90 MM HEIGHT, PLASTIC, DFN-8

  • Pin Count:

    8

  • Manufacturer Package Code:

    DFN-8

  • Country Of Origin:

    Thailand

  • ECCN Code:

    EAR99

  • HTS Code:

    8542.39.00.01

  • Factory Lead Time:

    6 Weeks

  • Manufacturer:

    Microchip Technology Inc

  • YTEOL:

    9

  • Bandwidth-Nom:

    2 kHz

  • Control Interface:

    INCREMENT/DECREMENT

  • Converter Type:

    DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER

  • JESD-30 Code:

    S-PDSO-N8

  • JESD-609 Code:

    e3

  • Length:

    3 mm

  • Moisture Sensitivity Level:

    1

  • Number of Functions:

    1

  • Number of Positions:

    129

  • Number of Terminals:

    8

  • Operating Temperature-Max:

    125 °C

  • Operating Temperature-Min:

    -40 °C

  • Package Body Material:

    PLASTIC/EPOXY

  • Package Code:

    HVSON

  • Package Equivalence Code:

    SOLCC8,.12,25

  • Package Shape:

    SQUARE

  • Package Style:

    SMALL OUTLINE, HEAT SINK/SLUG, VERY THIN PROFILE

  • Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel):

    260

  • Qualification Status:

    Not Qualified

  • Resistance Law:

    LINEAR

  • Resistance Tolerance-Max:

    20%

  • Resistor Terminal Voltage-Max:

    5 V

  • Seated Height-Max:

    1 mm

  • Supply Current-Max:

    1 mA

  • Supply Voltage-Nom:

    5 V

  • Surface Mount:

    YES

  • Technology:

    CMOS

  • Temperature Coefficient-Nom:

    150 ppm/°C

  • Temperature Grade:

    AUTOMOTIVE

  • Terminal Finish:

    Matte Tin (Sn)

  • Terminal Form:

    NO LEAD

  • Terminal Pitch:

    0.65 mm

  • Terminal Position:

    DUAL

  • Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s):

    40

  • Total Resistance-Nom:

    5000 Ω

  • Width:

    3 mm

MCP4161-502E/MF Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • The recommended power-on sequence is to apply VDD before applying the clock signal (SCK). This ensures that the device is properly initialized and avoids any potential latch-up conditions.
  • To retain the wiper position during power-down, the CS pin should be held high and the SCK pin should be held low. This ensures that the device is in a static state and the wiper position is maintained.
  • The maximum frequency of the clock signal (SCK) that can be used with the MCP4161 is 3.25 MHz. Exceeding this frequency may result in incorrect operation or data corruption.
  • Yes, the MCP4161 can be used as a rheostat (variable resistor) by connecting the RH pin to the RW pin. This configuration allows the device to operate as a variable resistor with a resistance range of 5 kΩ to 50 kΩ.
  • If the device is not responding to SPI commands, try resetting the device by pulling the CS pin low for at least 100 ns. This should restore the device to its default state and allow it to respond to SPI commands again.

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