MCP4161-503E

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  "version": "0.1.0",
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  "description": "Microchip Tech Digital Potentiometers, PDIP-8. Pinout cross-checked by two models against the datasheet, KiCad symbol/footprint/3D.",
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    "manufacturer": "Microchip Tech",
    "package": "PDIP-8",
    "pin_count": 8,
    "category": "ADC/DAC/Data Conversion",
    "subcategory": "Digital Potentiometers",
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        "name": "CS",
        "type": "input",
        "description": "SPI chip select input (high-voltage tolerant with Schmitt trigger); forcing it to VIL enables serial commands and VIHH enables high-voltage serial commands."
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        "description": "Multiplexed SPI serial data input/output on the single-potentiometer 8-lead device; it drives read data after a valid Read command's first 6 bits, and the open-drain output uses the internal smart pull-up."
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