MCHPMCP2515-I/P
Overview
The MCP2515 is a standalone Controller Area Network (CAN) controller that implements the CAN Specification Version 2.0B. It provides a Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) for easy integration with microcontrollers, offloading the host MCU from managing the full CAN protocol stack. This allows microcontrollers without integrated CAN hardware to communicate on a CAN bus.
Why Choose This Part
The MCP2515 simplifies the addition of CAN communication to any microcontroller with an SPI interface, reducing complexity and bill of materials compared to using a microcontroller with integrated CAN. Its support for CAN 2.0B, multiple buffers, and programmable filters ensures flexible and reliable message handling. The low-power CMOS technology and Sleep mode contribute to energy-efficient designs.
Applications
Key Specifications
Getting Started
To get started with the MCP2515-I/P, connect it to your microcontroller via SPI. Microchip provides extensive documentation, including datasheets and application notes, for detailed register configuration. Example libraries for various microcontrollers are widely available in the open-source community to accelerate development.
MCP2515 Family
| Part Number | Difference | Stock |
|---|---|---|
| MCP2515DM-PTPLS | DM-PTPLS | 2 |
| MCP2515-I/SO (Microchip) | SO | — |
| MCP2515-I/SN | SN | — |
