Basic Product Information
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Microchip Technology |
| Device Type | CAN FD Transceiver (High-Speed) |
| Model Interpretation | MCP = Microchip CAN Product, 2562 = 2nd Gen CAN FD Transceiver with VIO pin, FD = Flexible Data Rate support, E = Extended Temperature Range (-40°C to +125°C), MF = DFN-8 (3×3 mm) Package |
| Compliance | RoHS3, REACH Compliant, AEC-Q100 Grade 0 Qualified |
| Grade | Automotive / Industrial |
Core Electrical Parameters
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Data Rate (CAN FD) | 8 | Mbps |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | 4.5 ~ 5.5 | V |
| VIO Supply Voltage Range | 1.8 ~ 5.5 | V |
| Operating Supply Current (Max) | 70 | mA |
| Standby Current (Typical) | 5 | μA |
| Maximum Propagation Delay | 120 | ns |
| Loop Delay Symmetry (2 Mbps) | -10% / +10% | — |
| Receiver Hysteresis | 200 | mV |
| ESD Protection (CANH/CANL) | ±14 | kV (IEC 61000-4-2) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 ~ +125 | °C |
| Number of Drivers / Receivers | 1 / 1 | — |
| Package | 8-DFN (3×3 mm, 0.65 mm pitch) | — |
| MSL Rating | 1 (Unlimited) | — |
| Standards Supported | ISO 11898-2, ISO 11898-5 | — |
Core Features & Advantages
- Primary Function: Serves as the physical layer interface between a CAN protocol controller and the differential CAN bus, supporting both classical CAN (up to 1 Mbps) and CAN FD (up to 8 Mbps) communication.
Key Advantages:
- VIO Pin for Logic-Level Flexibility: The dedicated VIO supply pin (1.8 V to 5.5 V) enables direct connection to microcontrollers and CAN controllers operating at logic voltages independent of the 5 V VDD supply. This eliminates the need for external level shifters, reducing BOM cost and board space.
- Guaranteed Loop Delay Symmetry: Unlike first-generation CAN transceivers, the MCP2562FD guarantees loop delay symmetry within -10% / +10% at 2 Mbps, which is critical for reliable CAN FD arbitration at higher bit rates. This ensures deterministic timing margins for bus arbitration phases.
- Ultra-Low Standby Current (5 μA Typical): In standby mode, the device draws only 5 μA, making it suitable for always-on automotive ECU applications where battery drain must be minimized during vehicle sleep states.
- AEC-Q100 Grade 0 Qualification: Fully qualified to AEC-Q100 Grade 0, the highest automotive grade, with an extended operating temperature range of -40°C to +125°C (E suffix). The H suffix variant extends to +150°C for extreme under-hood deployments.
- Comprehensive Fault Protection: Includes permanent dominant detection on both TXD and the bus, power-on reset, brown-out protection on VDD, automatic thermal shutdown, short-circuit protection (positive and negative battery voltage), and high-voltage transient protection for automotive environments (12 V and 24 V systems).
- High ESD Protection (±14 kV): CANH and CANL pins meet IEC 61000-4-2 up to ±14 kV, providing robust electrostatic discharge immunity without external TVS diodes in most applications.
- Unpowered Node Does Not Load the Bus: When the device is unpowered or experiences a brown-out event, the CAN bus pins are internally disconnected, ensuring the rest of the network remains fully operational.
Typical Application Scenarios
- Industry: Automotive, Industrial Automation
- Equipment: ECUs, BMS controllers, Gateway modules, OBD-II diagnostic tools, Motor drive controllers
Use Cases:
- Automotive ECU Communication: Serves as the CAN physical layer in body control modules, powertrain ECUs, and ADAS sensor fusion gateways, supporting CAN FD data rates up to 5 Mbps for high-bandwidth sensor data while maintaining backward compatibility with classical CAN networks.
- Battery Management Systems (BMS): Interfaces the BMS master controller with the CAN bus in electric and hybrid vehicles. The VIO pin allows direct connection to 3.3 V microcontrollers without level shifting, and the ultra-low standby current preserves battery charge during vehicle idle states.
- Industrial CAN Networks: Deployed in factory automation, robotics, and process control systems where deterministic communication and EMC robustness are required. The guaranteed loop delay symmetry ensures reliable multi-node arbitration on long bus segments.
Market Reference Price
| Market | Price Range | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| DigiKey / Mouser (1-24 pcs) | $1.29 ~ $1.52 | USD |
| DigiKey / Mouser (100+ pcs) | $0.98 ~ $1.17 | USD |
| Overseas B2B (1000+ qty) | $0.99 ~ $1.12 | USD |
| Huaqiangbei Spot (Shenzhen) | ¥5.00 ~ ¥6.50 | CNY |
Note: Prices vary by quantity, batch date, package type (DFN vs SOIC), and supplier. Contact distributors for exact quotes on volume orders. Lead time from Microchip factory is approximately 4-8 weeks for standard orders.
Similar / Alternative Models
| Model | Key Difference | Target Application |
|---|---|---|
| MCP2562FD-E/SN | Same electrical specs, SOIC-8 package (4.9×3.9 mm) instead of DFN-8. Easier hand-soldering and wider PCB footprint. | General automotive/industrial CAN FD with relaxed space constraints |
| MCP2562FD-H/SN | Higher temperature grade: -40°C to +150°C (AEC-Q100 Grade 0 enhanced). SOIC-8 package. Higher unit price (~$1.38). | Extreme under-hood automotive deployments |
| MCP2561FD-E/MF | Sibling variant with SPLIT pin (for biased split termination) instead of VIO pin. Same DFN-8 package and temperature range. | Applications requiring common-mode stabilization via split termination |
| MCP2542FD-E/MF | Next-generation device with additional features. Same DFN-8 package. Higher supply current (140 mA max). Different pinout — verify before drop-in replacement. | New designs requiring updated feature set |
| TJA1044T (NXP) | Competitive CAN FD transceiver, 5 Mbps, 3.0-5.5 V supply. No VIO pin. Higher standby current (~2 mA). Requires external clock. | Automotive CAN FD where NXP supply chain is preferred |
| SN65HVD230 (TI) | Classic CAN only (1 Mbps max). No CAN FD support. Lower cost (~$1.90). Not a functional equivalent for CAN FD applications. | Legacy CAN 2.0B systems only |