BANGKOK, Thailand--26 Nov--PRNewswire/InfoQuest
CAP12XX family provides smaller form factor,5V operation and improved proximity performance for consumer and automotive applications
Microchip Technology Inc.[NASDAQ: MCHP], a leading provider of microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions, has unveiled a new family of capacitive touch controllers-- theCAP12XX Family. These turnkey capacitive touch controllers expand the CAP11XX RightTouch(R) product portfolio, providing a wide variety of slider, button and proximity functionality.Additionally, the CAP12XX controllers makeit easy for designers to add aesthetically pleasing, low-cost touch interfaces. This new six-member family comprisesthe CAP1203, CAP1293, CAP1206, CAP1296, CAP1208 and CAP1298, available in 8- to 16-pin packages.
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The CAP12XX family serves a wide range of applications in the consumer-electronic (e.g. tablets, printers, audio players, small appliances and televisions) andautomotive markets (e.g. automotive interior controls, central stack and overhead lights), among others.The family provides designers with improved proximity performanceand 3.3V to 5V operation. It is also a lower-cost option when integrated LED drivers are not required.
"The CAP12XX family is a perfect complement to Microchip's mTouch?firmware-based solutions," said Fanie Duvenhage, director of Microchip's Human-Machine Interface Division. "Microchip is a true one-stop shop for designers who need input sensing solutions, offeringturnkey and firmware solutions for keys/proximity, sliders, touch pads, and touchscreens, as well as 3D gesturing with our GestIC(R) Technology."
Development Support
In support of the new devices, Microchip also introduced the CAP1298Evaluation Board(part # DM160223) and CAP1188 Evaluation Board(part # DM160222), which are bothavailable for purchase today.
Availability
All six members of the CAP12XX family are available today for sampling and volume production in 10,000-unit quantities. The CAP1203 and CAP1293 are available in 2x3 mm, 8-pin TDFN packages. The CAP1206 and CAP1296 are available in 3x3 mm, 10-pin DFN packages. The CAP1208 and CAP1298 are available in 3x3 mm, 16-pin QFN packages.
For additional information, contact any Microchip sales representatives or authorised worldwide distributors, or visit Microchip's website at http://www.microchip.com/get/MHCC . To purchase products mentioned in this press release, go to microchipDIRECTor contact one of Microchip's authorised distribution partners.
Resources
High-res photo available through Flickr or editorial contact (feel free to publish):
- Chip graphic: http://www.microchip.com/get/3CA5
- Block diagram: http://www.microchip.com/get/BU5X
- CAP1188Evaluation Board: http://www.microchip.com/get/T9TR
- CAP1298 Evaluation Board: http://www.microchip.com/get/3UWK
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About Microchip Technology
Microchip Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: MCHP) is a leading provider of microcontroller, mixed-signal analog and Flash-IP solutions, providing low-risk product development, lower total system cost and faster time to market for thousands of diverse customer applications worldwide. Headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, Microchip offers outstanding technical support along with dependable delivery and quality. For more information, visit the Microchip website at http://www.microchip.com/get/9L9V .
Note: The Microchip name and logo, RightTouch, and GestIC are registered trademarks of Microchip Technology Incorporated in the U.S.A. and othercountries.mTouch is a trademark of Microchip Technology Inc. in the U.S.A. and other countries. All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective companies.
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SOURCE MicrochipTechnology Inc.