MCP1700 in Microchip MCP1700 / MCP1825 LDO Family
The MCP1700 is a family of CMOS low-dropout (LDO) voltage regulators from Microchip Technology, engineered specifically for battery-powered systems requiring ultra-low quiescent current. It can deliver up to 250mA of output current with a dropout voltage of typically 178mV at full load. Its primary advantage is the exceptionally low 1.6uA quiescent current, which extends battery life in standby modes for portable electronics. The series provides stable output voltages from 1.2V to 5.0V using small ceramic capacitors.
Variants in This Sub-Family
| Part Number | Difference | Stock |
|---|---|---|
| MCP1700-3002E/TO (Microchip Technology) | 002E/TO | 1,551 |
Variants within the MCP1700 sub-family are primarily distinguished by their fixed output voltage ratings, ranging from 1.2V to 5.0V in 100mV increments. Additional differences include packaging options such as the leaded TO-92 for through-hole prototyping, and SOT-23 or SOT-89 for high-density surface-mount production. Some specific order codes denote higher accuracy tolerances or extended temperature ranges for industrial environments.
