MCHPMCP25625T-E/ML

Overview

The MCP25625T-E/ML is a stand-alone CAN controller with an integrated physical-layer transceiver and an SPI host interface. It provides a single-chip interface between a microcontroller and a CAN bus, handling message framing, filtering, and bus signalling. The device simplifies adding CAN connectivity to systems without a CAN-capable MCU.

Why Choose This Part

Integrating the CAN controller and transceiver into one package reduces bill-of-materials and PCB area compared with separate devices. The SPI host interface lets you attach the part to nearly any microcontroller without a built-in CAN peripheral. On-chip message filtering and interrupt outputs offload routine CAN tasks from the host CPU, simplifying firmware.

Applications

Getting Started

Use any microcontroller with an SPI port and appropriate voltage levels; consult the Microchip datasheet and application notes for recommended PCB layout and termination. Development typically uses Microchip example code and drivers; for firmware development use MPLAB X with the appropriate XC compiler for your MCU. If you prefer hardware evaluation, look for carrier or evaluation boards and simple breakout modules from distributors to speed prototyping.

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