Microchip Technology MCP41010 series Digital Potentiometers

Comprehensive Guide to MCP41010 Integrated Circuits (ICs) Digital Potentiometers

This post lists the Key Component Features, Diverse Applications, Associated Series Parts, Technical Documents(PDF Datasheets, User Guides), Frequently asked questions, and Related Series of Microchip Technology MCP41010 series Digital Potentiometers products.

FEATURES

  • Single-channel
  • 8-bit resolution (256 wiper steps)
Applications

  • Test & measurement
  • TV
Associated Products

Part NumberDescriptionStockRFQ
MCP41010-I/SNMICROCHIP MCP41010-I/SN IC, DIGITAL POT 10KOHM, 256, SGL, 8-SOIC4RFQ
MCP41010T-I/SNIC POT DIGITAL 10K 1CH SPI 8SOIC3000RFQ
MCP41010-I/PMICROCHIP - MCP41010-I/P - DIGITAL POT, 10K, 256 STEPS, SPI2500RFQ
MCP41010-E/PMICROCHIP MCP41010-E/PVolatile Digital Potentiometer, 10 kohm, Single, Serial, SPI, Linear, 2.7 V87BUY
MCP41010-E/SNMICROCHIP MCP41010-E/SNVolatile Digital Potentiometer, 10 kohm, Single, Serial, SPI, Linear, 2.7 V10500BUY
MCP41010T-E/SNIC DGTL POT 10KOHM 256TAP 8SOIC90000BUY
Technical Documents

The MCP41010 series of single-channel digital potentiometer features 8-bit resolution (256 wiper steps), and an industry-standard SPI™ serial interface. The wiper position varies linearly and is controlled via the SPI interface. It has a 10kΩ end-to-end resistance value with an SPI serial interface.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the similar products or Substitute Components of Microchip Technology MCP41010 series Digital Potentiometers

Maxim Integrated MAX5481/MAX5482: These are 10kΩ and 100kΩ digital potentiometers with similar features to the MCP41010. They offer a dual-channel configuration and can be controlled via a serial interface.  Analog Devices AD5241/AD5242: These digital potentiometers provide similar functionality to the MCP41010. They are available in single-channel and dual-channel versions, with various resistance options.

What is the difference between MCP41XXX and MCP42XXX?

The MCP41XXX is a single-channel device and is offered in an 8-pin PDIP or SOIC package. The MCP42XXX contains two independent channels in a 14-pin PDIP, SOIC or TSSOP package.