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MCP4161-503E/P - Microchip

Description: MCP4161-503E/P, Digital Potentiometer 50kΩ 257-Position Linear Serial-SPI 8-Pin PDIP

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MCP4161-503E/P Details

  • Manufacturer Part Number:

    MCP4161-503E/P

  • Pbfree Code:

    Yes

  • Rohs Code:

    Yes

  • Part Life Cycle Code:

    Active

  • Part Package Code:

    DIP

  • Package Description:

    0.300 INCH, PLASTIC, DIP-8

  • Pin Count:

    8

  • Manufacturer Package Code:

    PDIP-8

  • Country Of Origin:

    Thailand

  • ECCN Code:

    EAR99

  • HTS Code:

    8542.39.00.01

  • Factory Lead Time:

    8 Weeks

  • Manufacturer:

    Microchip Technology Inc

  • YTEOL:

    9

  • Bandwidth-Nom:

    0.2 kHz

  • Control Interface:

    INCREMENT/DECREMENT

  • Converter Type:

    DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER

  • JESD-30 Code:

    R-PDIP-T8

  • JESD-609 Code:

    e3

  • Length:

    9.271 mm

  • 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:

    DIP

  • Package Equivalence Code:

    DIP8,.3

  • Package Shape:

    RECTANGULAR

  • Package Style:

    IN-LINE

  • Qualification Status:

    Not Qualified

  • Resistance Law:

    LINEAR

  • Resistance Tolerance-Max:

    20%

  • Resistor Terminal Voltage-Max:

    5 V

  • Seated Height-Max:

    5.334 mm

  • Supply Current-Max:

    1 mA

  • Supply Voltage-Nom:

    5 V

  • Surface Mount:

    NO

  • Technology:

    CMOS

  • Temperature Coefficient-Nom:

    150 ppm/°C

  • Temperature Grade:

    AUTOMOTIVE

  • Terminal Finish:

    Matte Tin (Sn)

  • Terminal Form:

    THROUGH-HOLE

  • Terminal Pitch:

    2.54 mm

  • Terminal Position:

    DUAL

  • Total Resistance-Nom:

    50000 Ω

  • Width:

    7.62 mm

MCP4161-503E/P Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • The recommended power-up sequence is to apply VDD before applying the clock signal (SCL). This ensures that the device is properly initialized and prevents any unexpected behavior.
  • To retain the wiper position during power-down, the CS pin should be held high and the SCL 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 I2C clock signal (SCL) that the MCP4161-503E/P can handle is 400 kHz. Exceeding this frequency may result in unreliable operation or device malfunction.
  • Yes, the MCP4161-503E/P can be used in a ratiometric application. The device's resistance ratio tracks the supply voltage, making it suitable for ratiometric applications. However, it's essential to ensure that the supply voltage is stable and within the recommended operating range.
  • When the wiper is at the extreme ends of the resistor array, the device may exhibit non-linear behavior. To handle this situation, it's recommended to implement a software or hardware mechanism to limit the wiper movement to within the linear region of the resistor array.

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