MCP4152-104E/MF

Product Overview

Category

The MCP4152-104E/MF belongs to the category of digital potentiometers.

Use

It is primarily used for electronic circuitry and systems where variable resistance is required.

Characteristics

• Digital control interface
• Wide resistance range
• Low power consumption
• High resolution
• Non-volatile memory
• Small package size

Package

The MCP4152-104E/MF is available in a compact surface-mount package.

Essence

The essence of the MCP4152-104E/MF lies in its ability to provide precise and programmable resistance values in electronic circuits.

Packaging/Quantity

The MCP4152-104E/MF is typically packaged in reels or tubes, with a quantity of 2500 units per reel/tube.

Specifications

• Resistance Range: 0Ω to 10kΩ
• Resolution: 8 bits (256 steps)
• Supply Voltage: 2.7V to 5.5V
• Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C
• Interface: SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface)

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MCP4152-104E/MF has a total of 14 pins, which are as follows:

1. VDD - Power supply voltage
2. CS - Chip select input
3. SCK - Serial clock input
4. SI - Serial data input
5. SO - Serial data output
6. WP - Write protect input
7. VSS - Ground
8. A - Terminal A of the potentiometer
9. W - Wiper terminal of the potentiometer
10. B - Terminal B of the potentiometer
11. H - Terminal H of the potentiometer
12. NC - No connection
13. NC - No connection
14. VDD - Power supply voltage

Functional Features

• Digital control allows for precise and accurate resistance adjustment.
• Non-volatile memory ensures that the resistance value is retained even when power is removed.
• SPI interface enables easy integration with microcontrollers and other digital systems.
• Wide resistance range provides flexibility in various applications.
• Low power consumption makes it suitable for battery-powered devices.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Precise and programmable resistance values
• Non-volatile memory for retaining settings
• Compact package size
• Low power consumption

Disadvantages

• Limited resolution compared to higher-bit digital potentiometers
• Restricted temperature range (-40°C to +125°C)

Working Principles

The MCP4152-104E/MF operates by digitally controlling the resistance between terminals A and B using a wiper terminal W. The desired resistance value is set through the SPI interface, which sends commands to adjust the wiper position. The non-volatile memory ensures that the resistance setting is retained even after power cycles.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MCP4152-104E/MF finds applications in various fields, including:

1. Audio equipment: Volume control, tone adjustment
2. Industrial automation: Calibration, feedback control
3. Automotive electronics: Sensor calibration, motor control
4. Test and measurement instruments: Signal conditioning, calibration
5. Communication systems: Gain control, signal processing

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. MCP4131-103E/PF
2. MCP4161-503E/PF
3. MCP4251-502E/PF
4. MCP4261-502E/PF
5. MCP4132-103E/PF

These alternative models offer similar functionality and characteristics to the MCP4152-104E/MF, providing options for different requirements and specifications.

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