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MCP601T-I/OT

MCHPMCP601T-I/OT

Microchip Technology
Standard (General Purpose) Amplifier 1 Circuit Rail-to-Rail SOT-23-5
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Overview

The MCP601T-I/OT is a single, general-purpose operational amplifier from Microchip Technology that operates with a single supply voltage as low as 2.7V. It features a 2.8 MHz Gain Bandwidth Product (GBWP) and rail-to-rail output performance while consuming only 230uA of typical quiescent current. This amplifier is designed for low-power applications and is unity-gain stable.

Why Choose This Part

The MCP601 offers a balanced combination of 2.8 MHz bandwidth and a 2.3V/us slew rate at a low supply current. Its rail-to-rail output capability and an input range that includes ground make it well-suited for single-supply designs from 2.7V to 6V. Additionally, the low input bias current of 1 pA allows for high-impedance sensor interfaces with minimal error.

Applications

A/D Converter Driver
Acting as a low-impedance buffer to drive the input of analog-to-digital converters in data acquisition systems.
Photodiode Pre-amplifier
Utilizing the very low 1 pA input bias current to convert small sensor currents into measurable voltages.
Active Analog Filters
Building low-pass or band-pass filters for signal conditioning in portable electronic devices.
Battery-Powered Instrumentation
Providing signal amplification in handheld devices where power efficiency and low voltage operation are critical.

Key Specifications

Slew Rate 2.3V/us
Output Type Rail-to-Rail
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Amplifier Type Standard (General Purpose)
Package / Case SC-74A, SOT-753
Current - Supply 230uA
Number of Circuits 1
Current - Input Bias 1 pA
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC
Gain Bandwidth Product 2.8 MHz
Voltage - Input Offset 700 uV
Supplier Device Package SOT-23-5
Current - Output / Channel 22 mA
Voltage - Supply Span (Max) 6 V
Voltage - Supply Span (Min) 2.7 V

Getting Started

For rapid prototyping, mount the SOT-23-5 package onto a standard breakout board for use with breadboards. Ensure a 0.1uF ceramic bypass capacitor is placed close to the VDD pin to minimize power supply noise. Evaluate performance by configuring the device in a unity-gain buffer or non-inverting amplifier topology to verify signal integrity across the 2.8 MHz bandwidth.

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