The MCP4341-104E/ST is an integrated circuit (IC) component developed by Microchip Technology. It belongs to the MCP4341 series of digital potentiometers, which are designed to provide accurate and programmable resistance values for various applications. Here are the key features and an overview of this particular IC component:
1. Digital Potentiometer: The MCP4341-104E/ST is a four-channel, digital potentiometer IC. It consists of four potentiometer channels, each with 129 resistor taps, allowing for precision trim and calibration.
2. Resistance Range: This IC component offers a resistance range of 100kΩ. It can be used for various applications requiring adjustable resistance values, such as audio equipment, test and measurement devices, and industrial controls.
3. Integrated EEPROM: The MCP4341-104E/ST features an integrated electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM). This allows for storing the wiper positions, resistance values, or other configuration settings of the potentiometer channels, even when power is disconnected.
4. I2C Interface: The IC component utilizes an I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) interface for communication. This popular serial communication protocol enables simple and efficient control of the digital potentiometer, making it easy to interface with microcontrollers or other digital systems
