Manufacturer Part Number
MCP4461-103E/ML
Manufacturer
microchip-technology
Introduction
The MCP4461-103E/ML is a 4-channel digital potentiometer from Microchip Technology. It offers a linear taper with 257 taps and a resistance of 10kΩ per channel. The device features non-volatile memory, allowing the wiper positions to be stored even when power is removed. It is suitable for a variety of applications that require digital volume or tone control, such as consumer electronics, industrial automation, and audio equipment.
Product Features and Performance
4 independent potentiometer channels
Linear taper with 257 positions (8-bit resolution)
10kΩ resistance per channel
I2C interface for digital control
Non-volatile memory for wiper position storage
Supply voltage range of 1.8V to 5.5V
Mute and selectable address features
Operating temperature range of -40°C to 125°C
Product Advantages
Precise digital control of resistance values
Non-volatile memory for retaining wiper positions
Low power consumption
Small 20-VFQFN package for compact design
Key Reasons to Choose This Product
Versatile 4-channel digital potentiometer with linear taper
Reliable non-volatile memory for maintaining settings
Wide operating temperature range for diverse applications
Easy digital control through the I2C interface
Quality and Safety Features
Microchip's high-quality manufacturing and testing processes
Compliance with industry standards for safety and reliability
Compatibility
The MCP4461-103E/ML is compatible with a variety of microcontrollers and embedded systems that support the I2C communication protocol.
Application Areas
Consumer electronics (volume/tone control)
Industrial automation (parameter adjustment)
Audio equipment (digital volume control)
Robotic and medical devices
Product Lifecycle
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