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MCP4251-103E/SL by: Microchip Technology Inc

10K DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER, INCREMENT/DECREMENT CONTROL INTERFACE, 257 POSITIONS, PDSO14, 3.90 MM, PLASTIC, SOIC-14

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MCP4251-103E/SL Information

MCP4251-103E/SL by Microchip Technology Inc is a Digital Potentiometer.
Digital Potentiometers are under the broader part category of Converters.

A converter is an electrical circuit that transforms electric energy into a different form that will support a elecrical load needed by a device. Read more about Converters on our Converters part category page.

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Microchip Technology Inc DUAL 8 BIT, VOLATILE LINEAR POT W/SPI, SOIC, Projected EOL: 2034-10-08 COO: Thailand ECCN: EAR99 RoHS: Compliant Lead time: 6 Weeks, 0 Days Container: Tube 7

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MCP4251-103E/SL Microchip Technology Inc 10K DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER, INCREMENT/DECREMENT CONTROL INTERFACE, 257 POSITIONS, PDSO14, 3.90 MM, PLASTIC, SOIC-14
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Pbfree Code Yes
Rohs Code Yes
Part Life Cycle Code Active
Ihs Manufacturer MICROCHIP TECHNOLOGY INC
Part Package Code SOIC
Package Description 3.90 MM, PLASTIC, SOIC-14
Pin Count 14
Reach Compliance Code compliant
HTS Code 8542.39.00.01
Factory Lead Time 6 Weeks
Samacsys Manufacturer Microchip
Bandwidth-Nom 1 kHz
Control Interface INCREMENT/DECREMENT
Converter Type DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER
JESD-30 Code R-PDSO-G14
JESD-609 Code e3
Length 8.65 mm
Moisture Sensitivity Level 1
Number of Functions 1
Number of Positions 257
Number of Terminals 14
Operating Temperature-Max 125 °C
Operating Temperature-Min -40 °C
Package Body Material PLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Code SOP
Package Equivalence Code SOP14,.25
Package Shape RECTANGULAR
Package Style SMALL OUTLINE
Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) 260
Qualification Status Not Qualified
Resistance Law LINEAR
Resistance Tolerance-Max 20%
Resistor Terminal Voltage-Max 5 V
Resistor Terminal Voltage-Min
Seated Height-Max 1.75 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 GULL WING
Terminal Pitch 1.27 mm
Terminal Position DUAL
Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) 40
Total Resistance-Nom 10000 Ω
Width 3.9 mm

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MCP4251-103I/SL Microchip Technology Inc Check for Price DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER, PDSO14, 3.90 MM, PLASTIC, SOIC-14 MCP4251-103E/SL vs MCP4251-103I/SL
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MCP4251T-103E/SL Microchip Technology Inc Check for Price 10K DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER, INCREMENT/DECREMENT CONTROL INTERFACE, 257 POSITIONS, PDSO14, 3.90 MM, PLASTIC, SOIC-14 MCP4251-103E/SL vs MCP4251T-103E/SL
MCP4151-103E/P Microchip Technology Inc $1.2344 10K DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER, INCREMENT/DECREMENT CONTROL INTERFACE, 129 POSITIONS, PDIP8, 0.300 INCH, PLASTIC, DIP-8 MCP4251-103E/SL vs MCP4151-103E/P
MCP4232-103E/MF Microchip Technology Inc $1.0000 10K DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER, INCREMENT/DECREMENT CONTROL INTERFACE, 257 POSITIONS, PDSO10, 3 X 3 MM, 0.90 MM HEIGHT, PLASTIC, DFN-10 MCP4251-103E/SL vs MCP4232-103E/MF
MCP4241-103E/MF Microchip Technology Inc Check for Price 10K DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER, INCREMENT/DECREMENT CONTROL INTERFACE, 257 POSITIONS, PDSO10, 3 X 3 MM, 0.90 MM HEIGHT, PLASTIC, DFN-10 MCP4251-103E/SL vs MCP4241-103E/MF
MCP4242-103E/MS Microchip Technology Inc Check for Price 10K DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER, INCREMENT/DECREMENT CONTROL INTERFACE, 257 POSITIONS, PDSO8, PLASTIC, MSOP-8 MCP4251-103E/SL vs MCP4242-103E/MS
MCP4261T-103E/ML Microchip Technology Inc Check for Price 10K DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER, INCREMENT/DECREMENT CONTROL INTERFACE, 257 POSITIONS, PQCC16, 4 X 4 MM, 0.90 MM HEIGHT, PLASTIC, QFN-16 MCP4251-103E/SL vs MCP4261T-103E/ML
MCP4262T-103I/ST Microchip Technology Inc Check for Price DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER, PDSO14, 4.40 MM, PLASTIC, TSSOP-14 MCP4251-103E/SL vs MCP4262T-103I/ST
MCP4241T-103E/ST Microchip Technology Inc Check for Price 10K DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER, INCREMENT/DECREMENT CONTROL INTERFACE, 257 POSITIONS, PDSO14, 4.40 MM, PLASTIC, TSSOP-14 MCP4251-103E/SL vs MCP4241T-103E/ST
MCP4251-103I/P Microchip Technology Inc Check for Price DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER, PDIP14, 0.300 INCH, PLASTIC, DIP-14 MCP4251-103E/SL vs MCP4251-103I/P
MCP4231T-103E/ST Microchip Technology Inc Check for Price 10K DIGITAL POTENTIOMETER, INCREMENT/DECREMENT CONTROL INTERFACE, 257 POSITIONS, PDSO14, 4.40 MM, PLASTIC, TSSOP-14 MCP4251-103E/SL vs MCP4231T-103E/ST

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MCP4251-103E/SL Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • The recommended power-up sequence is to apply VDD before applying a clock signal to the device. This ensures that the internal circuitry is properly initialized.

  • 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 that can be applied to the SCK pin is 1 MHz. Exceeding this frequency may result in incorrect operation or device damage.

  • Yes, the MCP4251 can be used as a rheostat by connecting the RH and RL pins together and using the wiper (RW) as the output. However, this configuration may affect the overall resistance range and accuracy.

  • The resistance value of the potentiometer can be calculated using the formula: R = (RAB * (256 - D)) / 256, where RAB is the total resistance between the RH and RL pins, and D is the decimal equivalent of the 8-bit data word.