MTCH1060-I/REB

Overview

The MTCH1060-I/REB is a six-channel capacitive touch controller designed for robust water-tolerant touch detection and proximity sensing. It implements up to six capacitive sensors with Driven Shield+ capability, supporting Metal over Capacitive (MoC) technology for operation through plastic, wood, or metal front panels. The device features adjustable sensitivity, measurement period, and oversampling via dedicated configuration pins. Operating voltage ranges from 2V to 5V, with an industrial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C. It provides individual open-drain active-low outputs for each sensor.

Feature Summary

• Implements up to six capacitive sensors with Driven Shield+ capability
• Supports Metal over Capacitive (MoC) technology for operation through various materials
• Features Easy Tune for automatic sensitivity adjustment under changing noise conditions
• Provides multi-stage active noise suppression filters for reliable detection

Applications

• Water-tolerant touch detection in consumer electronics
• Proximity sensing applications requiring robust environmental performance
• Interfaces through plastic, wood, or metal front panels using MoC technology
• Applications utilizing conductive materials such as copper pads, silver ink, or ITO pads

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against the manufacturer's official documentation to confirm package type and temperature grade. Ensure compatibility with system voltage levels within the specified operating range. Confirm that configuration pin requirements align with the host design constraints.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a low-power, standalone capacitive touch solution with multiple channels is required. Consider the MTCH1060 for designs needing water tolerance and noise immunity without complex microcontroller integration. Evaluate the available configuration options for sensitivity and response time to match application power and performance targets.

Part Context

The MTCH1060 belongs to Microchip's family of capacitive touch controllers. It is distinct from higher-end models like the ATmega series by offering a simplified interface with hardware-based tuning capabilities. This part is suitable for cost-sensitive applications requiring reliable touch input without extensive software overhead.

Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements must maintain six-channel capacitive sensing capability and compatible operating voltage ranges. Verify pinout compatibility if substituting within the same package style. Ensure equivalent noise suppression and water tolerance features are present in alternative components.