MCHPMCP3204-CI/P

Overview

The MCP3204-CI/P is a 12-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) that combines high performance with low power consumption in a classic 14-pin PDIP package. It features four single-ended input channels or two pseudo-differential pairs, utilizing a Successive Approximation Register (SAR) architecture to achieve a 100ksps sampling rate. Operating over a voltage range of 2.7V to 5.5V, it communicates via a standard SPI serial interface, making it easy to integrate with a wide variety of microcontrollers.

Why Choose This Part

The 14-PDIP package is highly advantageous for through-hole prototyping and breadboarding without requiring surface-mount adapters. Its low power consumption of 0.4mA at 5V, combined with a 100ksps sample rate, provides an excellent balance of speed and efficiency for mid-range sensing applications.

Applications

Getting Started

To evaluate the MCP3204-CI/P, connect the SPI lines (CS, DIN, DOUT, CLK) to a microcontroller like an Arduino or PIC and provide a stable external reference voltage to the VREF pin. Microchip provides extensive C libraries and code examples for their 12-bit SAR ADC family to simplify register configuration and data retrieval.

MCP3204 Family

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