Microchip Technology MCP4161T-503E/SN Digital Potentiometer

The MCP4161T-503E/SN is a high-performance digital potentiometer designed by Microchip Technology, a leading provider of microcontroller and analog semiconductors. This digital potentiometer, also known as a digipot, is a versatile component widely used in various electronic applications where precise resistance tuning is required.

This particular model is part of the MCP4161 series and comes in an 8-pin SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) package, making it suitable for space-constrained applications. With its single-channel configuration and a resistance value of 50kΩ, it provides a reliable solution for adjusting and controlling voltage and current in electronic circuits.

Key Features:

• Resistance Value: The MCP4161T-503E/SN offers a resistance of 50kΩ, which can be adjusted through its 7-bit (128 wiper steps) resolution, providing fine-tuned control over the resistance settings.
• Interface: This digital potentiometer is equipped with a user-friendly SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) that allows for easy communication and control from a microcontroller or another digital system.
• Operating Voltage: It operates within a wide voltage range of 2.7V to 5.5V, making it compatible with various low-power and standard-power applications.
• Temperature Range: The device is designed to function reliably across an extended temperature range from -40°C to +125°C, ensuring stable performance in harsh environments.
• Non-Volatile Memory: It features non-volatile memory (EEPROM) to store the desired wiper position, which means the last set resistance value is retained even after power is removed.
• Endurance: The MCP4161T-503E/SN boasts an impressive endurance of 1,000,000 data changes per bit per register, ensuring a long operational lifespan.
• Applications: Its applications are diverse and include adjusting LED brightness, calibrating sensors, setting operational amplifier gain, audio control, and many other electronic control systems.

Microchip Technology's commitment to quality and performance is evident in the MCP4161T-503E/SN digital potentiometer, making it a trusted choice for designers and engineers looking for a reliable and precise variable resistance solution.