Mechanical Dimensions & Land Pattern (DIP-28)
Extracted from Datasheet & IPC-7351B NormalizedRecommended Companion BOM & Drop-In Equivalents
Passive external components per reference schematic and 1:1 pin-compatible alternatives| Designator / Replacement MPN | Value / Package | Function & PCB Layout Rule |
|---|---|---|
| N/A BOM | Per application circuit DIP-28 | Size power & signal trace widths for rated load current following IPC-2221 clearance rules. |
Technical Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) — MCP23S17-E/SP (DIP-28)
Quick answers covering Pinout, IPC-7351B Land Pattern dimensions, and CAD export formatsWhat is the Pinout and operating voltage specification of MCP23S17-E/SP (DIP-28)?
Manufactured by MICROCHIP, the MCP23S17-E/SP is housed in a DIP-28 package with 28 pins and a 2.54 mm lead pitch, supporting a VCC supply range of 1.8V to 5.5V. Key pins include: 1 (GPB0: Multiplexed I/O & Peripheral Pin GPB0 (CAN)), 2 (GPB1: Multiplexed I/O & Peripheral Pin GPB1 (CAN)), 3 (GPB2: Multiplexed I/O & Peripheral Pin GPB2 (CAN)), 4 (GPB3: Multiplexed I/O & Peripheral Pin GPB3 (CAN)), 5 (GPB4: Multiplexed I/O & Peripheral Pin GPB4 (CAN)), 6 (GPB5: Multiplexed I/O & Peripheral Pin GPB5 (CAN)).
What are the IPC-7351B PCB Footprint dimensions for MCP23S17-E/SP?
Normalized from the official datasheet mechanical drawing per IPC-7351B (Density Level B Nominal), MCP23S17-E/SP (DIP-28) has a nominal body envelope of 7.30 × 34.60 mm, pitch e = 2.54 mm, and 28 copper pads.
Where can I download KiCad (.kicad_mod, .kicad_sym), Fusion 360 (.lbr), and 3D STEP models for MCP23S17-E/SP?
You can download the verified open-hardware (CERN-OHL-P-2.0) CAD library bundle for MCP23S17-E/SP (MICROCHIP, DIP-28) directly on this page, including KiCad 8 Footprints (.kicad_mod), Schematic Symbols (.kicad_sym), Autodesk Fusion 360 / Eagle (.lbr), and 3D STEP AP214 / WebGL GLB models.
Static Reference Appendix: Pinout Table (28 pins) & MCP23S17 Family VariantsExpand static table
| Pin # | Signal Name | Electrical Type | Functional Description & Design Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GPB0 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal GPB0 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: GPB0. Supported peripheral buses: CAN. |
| 2 | GPB1 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal GPB1 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: GPB1. Supported peripheral buses: CAN. |
| 3 | GPB2 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal GPB2 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: GPB2. Supported peripheral buses: CAN. |
| 4 | GPB3 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal GPB3 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: GPB3. Supported peripheral buses: CAN. |
| 5 | GPB4 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal GPB4 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: GPB4. Supported peripheral buses: CAN. |
| 6 | GPB5 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal GPB5 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: GPB5. Supported peripheral buses: CAN. |
| 7 | GPB6 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal GPB6 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: GPB6. Supported peripheral buses: CAN. |
| 8 | GPB7 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal GPB7 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: GPB7. Supported peripheral buses: CAN. |
| 9 | VDD | Power_In | Primary positive power supply input (VDD) operating in the 1.8V to 5.5V domain (Max rating: 5.5V). |
| 10 | VSS | GND | 0V electrical ground return terminal (VSS) for internal core logic, I/O drivers, and analog sub-blocks. |
| 11 | NC/CS | Digital_IO | Signal terminal NC/CS (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: NC/CS. Supported peripheral buses: General. |
| 12 | SCK | Digital_IO | Signal terminal SCK (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: SCK. Supported peripheral buses: SPI. |
| 13 | SDA/SI | Digital_IO | Signal terminal SDA/SI (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: SDA/SI. Supported peripheral buses: I2C. |
| 14 | NC/SO | Digital_IO | Signal terminal NC/SO (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: NC/SO. Supported peripheral buses: General. |
| 15 | A0 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal A0 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: A0. Supported peripheral buses: General. |
| 16 | A1 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal A1 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: A1. Supported peripheral buses: General. |
| 17 | A2 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal A2 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: A2. Supported peripheral buses: General. |
| 18 | RESET | Digital_IO | Active-low hardware reset terminal (RESET): pulling this pin Low resets the processor core and peripherals. |
| 19 | INTB | Open_Drain | Signal terminal INTB (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: INTB. Supported peripheral buses: CAN. |
| 20 | INTA | Open_Drain | Signal terminal INTA (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: INTA. Supported peripheral buses: CAN. |
| 21 | GPA0 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal GPA0 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: GPA0. Supported peripheral buses: CAN. |
| 22 | GPA1 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal GPA1 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: GPA1. Supported peripheral buses: CAN. |
| 23 | GPA2 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal GPA2 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: GPA2. Supported peripheral buses: CAN. |
| 24 | GPA3 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal GPA3 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: GPA3. Supported peripheral buses: CAN. |
| 25 | GPA4 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal GPA4 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: GPA4. Supported peripheral buses: CAN. |
| 26 | GPA5 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal GPA5 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: GPA5. Supported peripheral buses: CAN. |
| 27 | GPA6 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal GPA6 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: GPA6. Supported peripheral buses: CAN. |
| 28 | GPA7 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal GPA7 (I/O, 1.8V to 5.5V domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: GPA7. Supported peripheral buses: CAN. |









