MCP2515 in Microchip MCP2515 CAN Family
The MCP2515 by Microchip Technology is a standalone Controller Area Network controller designed to implement the CAN specification version 2.0B. It serves as a bridge between a microcontroller and a physical CAN transceiver, communicating via a high-speed Serial Peripheral Interface. This family is a staple in the embedded industry for adding CAN functionality to microcontrollers that lack an integrated CAN peripheral, providing a robust solution for industrial and automotive networking applications.
Variants in This Sub-Family
Comparing specs that differ across variants.
| Part Number | Package | Stock |
|---|---|---|
| MCP2515-I/ST (Microchip Technology) | TSSOP-20 | 14,110 |
| MCP2515-I/P (Microchip Technology) | DIP-18 | 1,056 |
| MCP2515 (Microchip Technology) | SOIC-18 | 4,611 |
Variants within the MCP2515 family primarily differ by their physical packaging and temperature ratings. Common options include the PDIP (I/P) for prototyping, SOIC (I/SO) and TSSOP (I/ST) for surface-mount production, and QFN for space-constrained designs. Temperature grades range from industrial (-40°C to +85°C) to extended (-40°C to +125°C), ensuring reliability in harsh environments.
