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MCP6004T-I/ST

MCHPMCP6004T-I/ST

Microchip Technology
Standard (General Purpose) Amplifier 4 Circuit Rail-to-Rail 14-TSSOP
NRND65,076 in stock
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Overview

The MCP6004T-I/ST is a quad-channel, general-purpose operational amplifier designed for low-power applications with a 1.8V to 6V supply range. It features a 1 MHz Gain Bandwidth Product and rail-to-rail input/output capability, making it suitable for battery-powered systems that require a wide signal swing. With a typical quiescent current of only 100uA per channel, it balances power efficiency with reliable analog performance.

Why Choose This Part

The primary advantage is the combination of low-cost quad-channel integration and rail-to-rail performance at very low supply voltages. It offers high input impedance with 1 pA bias current and maintains stability with capacitive loads, which simplifies PCB design in complex analog front-ends.

Applications

Battery-Powered Instrumentation
Utilizes the 100uA low supply current and rail-to-rail I/O to maximize battery life and dynamic range in portable handheld devices.
Photodiode Pre-amplifiers
The ultra-low 1 pA input bias current makes it ideal for high-impedance sensor interfaces where offset errors must be minimized.
Analog Filters
Used in active filter designs for signal conditioning where a 1 MHz bandwidth is sufficient for audio or low-frequency sensor data.
Level Shifting
Functions as a buffer or gain stage to interface low-voltage sensors with ADCs in mixed-signal systems operating down to 1.8V.

Key Specifications

Slew Rate 0.6V/us
Output Type Rail-to-Rail
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Amplifier Type Standard (General Purpose)
Package / Case 14-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
Current - Supply 100uA (x4 Channels)
Number of Circuits 4
Current - Input Bias 1 pA
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Gain Bandwidth Product 1 MHz
Voltage - Input Offset 4.5 mV
Supplier Device Package 14-TSSOP
Current - Output / Channel 23 mA
Voltage - Supply Span (Max) 6 V
Voltage - Supply Span (Min) 1.8 V

Getting Started

To evaluate this part, use a TSSOP-14 to DIP adapter board for breadboarding or prototype with the Microchip MCP6xxx Amplifier Evaluation Board. Ensure decoupling capacitors of 0.1uF are placed close to the VDD pin to maintain stability, especially when driving capacitive loads.

Part of MCP6xxx Op-Amps family » MCP6004

MCP6004 Family

Comparing specs that differ across variants. The current part is highlighted.

Part Number Package Temp Range Stock
MCP6004T-I/ST (this part) TSSOP-14 -40degC ~ 85degC (.. 65,076
MCP6004-I/P DIP-14 -40degC ~ 85degC (.. 2,970
MCP6004-I/ST TSSOP-14 -40degC ~ 85degC (.. 3,874
MCP6004-I/SL SOIC-14 -40degC ~ 85degC (.. 4,265
MCP6004T-I/SL SOIC-14 -40degC ~ 85degC (.. 17,598
MCP6004-E/P DIP-14 -40degC ~ 125degC .. 1,127
MCP6004-E/ST TSSOP-14 -40degC ~ 125degC .. 2,989

Also Consider

TLV9004IPWR TITexas Instruments - Provides a similar 1 MHz bandwidth and rail-to-rail I/O but with a lower typical offset voltage for higher precision.
LMV324AIPWR TITexas Instruments - An industry-standard alternative for general-purpose quad op-amp requirements in cost-sensitive applications.