Microchip Technology MCP3426A3-E/MC
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| Product attributes | Property Value |
| Manufacturer | Microchip Technology |
| Product Series | |
| Packaging | Tube | |
| Number of Bits | 16 |
| Sampling Rate (Per Second) | 15 |
| Number of Inputs | 2 |
| Input Type | Differential |
| Data Interface | I2C |
| Configuration | MUX-PGA-ADC |
| Ratio - S/H:ADC | - |
| Number of A/D Converters | 1 |
| Architecture | Sigma-Delta |
| Reference Type | Internal |
| Voltage - Supply, Analog | 2.7V ~ 5.5V |
| Voltage - Supply, Digital | 2.7V ~ 5.5V |
| Features | PGA |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 125°C |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Grade | - |
| Qualification | - |
| Package / Case | 8-VFDFN Exposed Pad |
| Supplier Device Package | 8-DFN (2x3) |
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The MCP3426A3-E/MC from Microchip Technology is a 16-bit analog-to-digital converter featuring a multiplexer, programmable gain amplifier, and internal reference in a compact 8-VFDFN package. It samples at 15 SPS with two input channels, communicating via the I2C interface. Designed for precision measurement applications, it operates across a wide temperature range of -40°C to 125°C, making it ideal for industrial sensors, portable instruments, and medical devices.
- High Precision: 16-bit resolution ensures fine detail in measurement, critical for sensor and instrumentation accuracy.
- Integrated PGA: The built-in programmable gain amplifier amplifies weak signals, reducing need for external amplification circuitry.
- Simple I2C Interface: Easy integration with standard microcontrollers, reducing development time and PCB complexity.
- Wide Temperature Range: Reliable operation from -40°C to 125°C suits demanding industrial environments.
- Compact Package: The 8-VFDFN package saves board space for space-constrained designs.
Precision Sensor Signal Digitization
The 16-bit resolution and internal PGA allow the MCP3426A3-E/MC to accurately digitize small signals from bridge sensors, thermocouples, and strain gauges, minimizing external component count.
Portable Battery-Powered Instruments
With a low sampling rate of 15 SPS and I2C interface, this ADC is optimized for low-power data logging in portable devices, extending battery life while maintaining measurement integrity.
Industrial Process Control
The dual-channel input and wide temperature range (-40°C to 125°C) make it suitable for monitoring pressure and temperature transmitters in harsh industrial environments.
Medical Instrumentation
High resolution and internal reference support precise biopotential measurements, such as ECG and EEG signal acquisition, where accuracy is critical.
Smart Agriculture Monitoring
Use the two channels to monitor soil moisture and pH sensors simultaneously, converting analog signals to digital for IoT-based crop management systems.
Embedded System Data Acquisition
The I2C interface simplifies connection to standard microcontrollers, enabling compact data acquisition modules for laboratory and field testing equipment.
- Q: What type of ADC is the MCP3426A3-E/MC?
- A: It is a 16-bit analog-to-digital converter with a MUX-PGA-ADC architecture, featuring an internal reference.
- Q: What is the resolution of this ADC?
- A: The MCP3426A3-E/MC provides 16-bit resolution for high-precision measurements.
- Q: What is the sampling rate?
- A: The sampling rate is 15 SPS (samples per second), suitable for low-speed, high-accuracy applications.
- Q: How many channels does it have?
- A: It has 2 input channels, making it ideal for differential or dual-single-ended measurements.
- Q: What interface does it use?
- A: It uses the I2C interface for easy integration with microcontrollers.
- Q: What is the package type?
- A: It comes in an 8-VFDFN exposed pad package, operating from -40°C to 125°C.
- Q: What type of ADC is the MCP3426A3-E/MC?
- A: It is a 16-bit analog-to-digital converter with a MUX-PGA-ADC architecture, featuring an internal reference.
- Q: What is the resolution of this ADC?
- A: The MCP3426A3-E/MC provides 16-bit resolution for high-precision measurements.
- Q: What is the sampling rate?
- A: The sampling rate is 15 SPS (samples per second), suitable for low-speed, high-accuracy applications.
- Q: How many channels does it have?
- A: It has 2 input channels, making it ideal for differential or dual-single-ended measurements.
- Q: What interface does it use?
- A: It uses the I2C interface for easy integration with microcontrollers.
- Q: What is the package type?
- A: It comes in an 8-VFDFN exposed pad package, operating from -40°C to 125°C.

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