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Dual low-power CMOS operational amplifier

MCP6002 Reference Tables

Search the MCP6002 pin reference and manufacturer-referenced specification tables.

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Selected packagePDIP-8MCP6002-I/P
Physical connections8 pinsPackage-specific numbering
Reference collection7 tables38 parameters & pin functions

Pin reference

Signal names, electrical functions and connection guidance

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Physical pin numbers8 pins

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MCP6002 pin functions and connections
PinSignalTypeFunction & connection
OUT1Analog outputChannel A output.
Connection guidance

Return to IN1− through 20 kΩ; connect a high-impedance meter.

IN1−Inverting inputChannel A negative-feedback node.
Connection guidance

Join 20 kΩ from OUT1 and 10 kΩ to signal ground.

IN1+Non-inverting inputChannel A signal input.
Connection guidance

Apply VIN = 0.50 V relative to ground.

VSSGround returnSupply return shared by both amplifiers.
Connection guidance

Connect directly to common ground.

IN2+Non-inverting inputChannel B signal input.
Connection guidance

Connect to the same VIN in the illustrated follower.

IN2−Inverting inputChannel B feedback input.
Connection guidance

Connect directly to OUT2 pin 7.

OUT2Analog outputChannel B output.
Connection guidance

Connect to IN2−; leave unloaded or use a high-impedance instrument.

VDDPositive supplyPositive rail shared by both amplifiers.
Connection guidance

Connect +5 V; bypass to ground with 100 nF close to pins 8 and 4.

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Operating conditions

MCP6002 industrial grade

Manufacturer-referenced values6 parameters

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ParameterValueConditions / notes
Supply span1.8–6.0 VVDD minus VSS
Selected ambient range−40 to +85°CMCP6002-I/P and MCP6002-I/SN
Input common-mode rangeVSS − 0.3 V to VDD + 0.3 VWithin manufacturer voltage/current conditions
Example supply5 V and groundVDD8 = 5 V; VSS4 = 0 V
Specification test endpoints1.8 V and 5.5 VOther min/max parameters are not automatically guaranteed at 6 V
Local bypass100 nFShort connection between VDD and VSS

Rail-to-rail operation does not mean unlimited input current or zero output headroom.

DC characteristics

25°C unless otherwise stated

Manufacturer-referenced values8 parameters

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ParameterValueConditions / notes
Input offset voltage±4.5 mV maximumVCM = VSS; current date-code specification
Input offset drift±2 µV/°C typical−40 to +125°C characterization
Input bias current±1 pA typical19 pA typical at +85°C
Input offset current±1 pA typicalRoom-temperature condition
Common-mode rejection60 dB minimum; 76 dB typicalVDD = 5 V; VCM from −0.3 to 5.3 V
Open-loop gain88 dB minimum; 112 dB typicalVOUT from 0.3 V to VDD − 0.3 V; VCM = VSS
Output swing limitsVSS + 25 mV to VDD − 25 mVVDD = 5.5 V; 10 kΩ to midsupply; 0.5 V input overdrive
Quiescent current per amplifier100 µA typical; 170 µA maximumVDD = 5.5 V; unloaded; VCM = 5 V

The output swing test is a specific loading condition. Two amplifiers typically draw about 200 µA before external load current.

Dynamic and noise performance

Typical values; manufacturer AC conditions

Manufacturer-referenced values6 parameters

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ParameterValueConditions / notes
Gain-bandwidth product1 MHzSmall-signal behavior
Slew rate0.6 V/µsLarge-signal limit
Phase margin90°Unity gain; CL = 60 pF
Input voltage noise density28 nV/√Hz1 kHz
Low-frequency voltage noise6.1 µV peak-to-peak0.1–10 Hz
Input current noise density0.6 fA/√Hz1 kHz

A 1 MHz gain-bandwidth product is not a promise of a full-scale 1 MHz output.

Stress and layout notes

Keep operating and absolute limits distinct

Manufacturer-referenced values6 parameters

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ParameterValueConditions / notes
Supply absolute maximum7.0 VNormal operation: 1.8–6.0 V
Analog-input current limit±2 mA absolute maximumUse the specified protection network when inputs can exceed the rails
Output / supply-pin current±30 mA absolute maximumNot a guaranteed usable output-drive rating
Storage−65 to +150°CUnpowered
Unused amplifierConfigure with stable negative feedbackDo not leave inputs floating
Source and board leakageKeep high-impedance nodes cleanTemperature and contamination increase error

Absolute ratings are stress boundaries, not normal design targets.

Two-channel amplifier example

5 V single supply · common ground

Manufacturer-referenced values7 parameters

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ParameterValueConditions / notes
Input VIN0.50 VPins 3 and 5; common signal ground
Channel A feedback20 kΩOUT1 pin 1 to IN1− pin 2
Channel A ground resistor10 kΩIN1− pin 2 to 0 V
Channel A ideal output1.50 V0.50 × (1 + 20 / 10)
Channel B feedbackDirect connectionOUT2 pin 7 to IN2− pin 6
Channel B ideal output0.50 VUnity-gain follower
Bypass capacitors100 nFVDD pin 8 to ground pin 4

The supply return and signal ground are common. Keep the bypass loop short.

Physical pin reference

MCP6002-I/P · PDIP-8

Manufacturer-referenced values5 parameters

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ParameterValueConditions / notes
Lead pitch2.54 mmThrough-hole
Channel AOUT1 1; IN1− 2; IN1+ 3Independent feedback loop
Channel BIN2+ 5; IN2− 6; OUT2 7Independent feedback loop
SupplyVSS 4; VDD 8Shared by both channels
Package orientationTop view; pin 1 at the markerCounterclockwise numbering

This dual-amplifier pinout differs from single amplifiers such as TL081 or LM741.

Read each value with its conditions

Typical values describe the stated test conditions. Absolute maximum ratings are stress limits, not operating targets.

Microchip Technology · DS20001733L · 2020
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