Microchip Technology MCP3426A7-E/MS
| Quantity | Unit Price | Total Price |
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| 1 | $3.26 | $3.26 |
| 15+ | $3.16 | $47.40 |
| 25+ | $3.09 | $77.25 |
| 50+ | $2.92 | $146.00 |
| 100+ | $2.57 | $257.00 |
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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-TSSOP, 8-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width) |
| Supplier Device Package | 8-MSOP |
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The MCP3426A7-E/MS is a 16-bit analog-to-digital converter from Microchip Technology, designed for high-accuracy measurement applications. It features a dual-channel input, an internal voltage reference, and an I2C interface, simplifying system design. With a sampling rate of 15 SPS, it is optimized for low-speed, high-precision data acquisition. Its wide operating temperature range and compact 8-MSOP package make it suitable for industrial, medical, and portable instrumentation.
- High Precision: 16-bit resolution ensures fine voltage detection, critical for sensor and measurement applications.
- Integrated Reference: The internal reference reduces external component count and improves system reliability.
- Wide Temperature Range: Operates from -40°C to 125°C, suitable for demanding industrial environments.
- Compact Package: The 8-MSOP/TSSOP package saves board space for space-constrained designs.
- Simple I2C Interface: Easy integration with microcontrollers, reducing development time.
Precision Sensor Signal Digitization
The 16-bit resolution and internal reference make the MCP3426A7-E/MS ideal for digitizing signals from precision sensors like thermocouples, RTDs, and strain gauges, ensuring minimal quantization error.
Low-Speed Data Acquisition Systems
With a 15 SPS sampling rate and I2C interface, this ADC is perfect for low-speed data loggers and environmental monitoring systems where power consumption and accuracy are critical.
Industrial Process Control
The dual-channel input and wide temperature range (-40°C to 125°C) allow for reliable operation in industrial automation, monitoring pressure, flow, or level sensors in harsh environments.
Medical Instrumentation
High accuracy and small package size (8-MSOP) make it suitable for portable medical devices like digital thermometers, blood pressure monitors, and glucose meters.
Battery-Powered IoT Devices
The low sampling rate and internal reference reduce external component count and power draw, making it an excellent choice for remote IoT sensors that operate on battery power.
Portable Instrumentation
The compact 8-TSSOP package and I2C interface enable integration into handheld multimeters and portable calibration tools, providing stable and repeatable measurements.
- Q: What type of ADC is the MCP3426A7-E/MS?
- 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 MCP3426A7-E/MS 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 input channels does it have?
- A: It has 2 input channels, allowing for differential or single-ended measurements.
- Q: What interface does it use?
- A: It uses the I2C interface for communication with a microcontroller or host processor.
- Q: What is the package type?
- A: It is available in an 8-TSSOP or 8-MSOP package with a width of 3.00mm.
- Q: What type of ADC is the MCP3426A7-E/MS?
- 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 MCP3426A7-E/MS 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 input channels does it have?
- A: It has 2 input channels, allowing for differential or single-ended measurements.
- Q: What interface does it use?
- A: It uses the I2C interface for communication with a microcontroller or host processor.
- Q: What is the package type?
- A: It is available in an 8-TSSOP or 8-MSOP package with a width of 3.00mm.

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