The Microchip Technology Inc. MCP3001 is a successive approximation 10-bit A/D converter (ADC) with onboard sample and hold circuitry. It provides a single pseudo-differential input and is designed for sensor interface, process control, and data acquisition applications. The MCP3001 operates over a broad voltage range (2.7V - 5.5V) and offers low current consumption, making it suitable for battery-operated systems. It is available in PDIP, MSOP, SOIC, and TSSOP packages.