Microchip Stand-Alone CAN Controller MCP2515-I/SO 1 Mbps, 18-Pin SOIC, Surface Mount

The Microchip MCP2515-I/SO is a high-performance, stand-alone CAN controller designed for versatile integration in automotive, industrial, and embedded network applications. With its 1 Mbps maximum data rate, the MCP2515 enables robust CAN (Controller Area Network) communication, compatible with the CAN 2.0B protocol, a standard widely used for vehicular and industrial networking.

This controller operates efficiently within a supply voltage range of 2.7 V to 5.5 V, offering flexible compatibility with a broad array of system designs. It features advanced power management, including both sleep and standby modes, to minimize energy consumption during periods of low activity, making it suitable for battery-operated and power-sensitive installations.

The MCP2515-I/SO is constructed in an 18-pin SOIC package, intended for surface mount technology (SMT), facilitating compact PCB layouts and reliable mechanical integration. With a pin count of 18, this IC offers direct connectivity to microcontrollers and other system components, streamlining network interface design.

Its operational temperature range of - 40°C to 85°C ensures stable performance even in demanding automotive and industrial environments where temperature variations are common. The device is RoHS compliant, demonstrating adherence to global environmental standards, and meets the automotive AEC-Q100 standard for enhanced reliability and quality.

Additional technical attributes include a supply current of 10 mA, integration of a single CAN transceiver, and ESD protection. This controller’s interface type is CAN 2.0B, supporting networks that require high-speed and reliable communication. The package dimensions - Length: 11.53 mm, Width: 7.49 mm, Height: 2.31 mm - enable flexible mounting options.

The MCP2515 series is engineered for seamless CAN bus communication, offering designers a proven solution to integrate CAN functionality into advanced control systems, such as automotive ECUs, industrial control networks, and laboratory automation.

Stand-alone performance for high-speed CAN communication. Robust protocol support for CAN 2.0B networks. Sleep and standby power-down modes for energy efficiency. Wide supply voltage and extended operating temperature range.

Surface-mount package suited for automated PCB assembly in industrial manufacturing. Automotive-grade reliability and RoHS environmental compliance. Explore more CAN Interface ICs and cutting-edge industrial semiconductor solutions from Microchip in the EnvMart category catalogue.