MCP4232-502E

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  "description": "Microchip Tech Digital Potentiometers, MSOP-10. Pinout cross-checked by two models against the datasheet, KiCad symbol/footprint/3D.",
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    "mpn": "MCP4232-502E",
    "manufacturer": "Microchip Tech",
    "package": "MSOP-10",
    "pin_count": 10,
    "category": "ADC/DAC/Data Conversion",
    "subcategory": "Digital Potentiometers",
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        "name": "CS",
        "type": "input",
        "description": "Forcing CS to VIL enables the serial commands, and forcing it to VIHH enables the high-voltage serial commands."
      },
      {
        "number": "2",
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        "type": "input",
        "description": "SPI clock input, high-voltage tolerant with Schmitt trigger input and internal weak pull-up."
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        "description": "SPI serial data input, connected to the host controller SDO pin, high-voltage tolerant with Schmitt trigger input."
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        "name": "VSS",
        "type": "power_in",
        "description": "Device ground reference; all terminal voltages must be between VSS and VDD."
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        "number": "6",
        "name": "P1W",
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        "description": "Potentiometer 0 wiper terminal, which can support both positive and negative current, voltage must be between VSS and VDD."
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