The LT3012 is a high voltage, micropower low dropout linear regulator. The device is capable of supplying 250mA of output current with a dropout voltage of 400mV. Designed for use in battery-powered or high voltage systems, the low quiescent current (40µA operating and 1µA in shutdown) makes the LT3012 an ideal choice. Quiescent current is also well controlled in dropout. Other features of the LT3012 include the ability to operate with very small output capacitors. The regulators are stable with only 3.3µF on the output while most older devices require between 10µF and 100µF for stability. Small ceramic capacitors can be used without any need for series resistance (ESR) as is common with other regulators. Internal protection circuitry includes reverse-battery protection, current limiting, thermal limiting and reverse current protection. The device is available with an adjustable output.
The LT3012 is a high voltage, micropower low dropout linear regulator capable of supplying 250mA of output current with a dropout voltage of 400mV. Designed for battery-powered or high voltage systems, it features low quiescent current (40uA operating) and includes internal protection circuitry such as reverse-battery protection, current limiting, and thermal limiting. The device is available in 16-lead TSSOP and 12-pin DFN packages.
| Output Current | 250mA |
|---|---|
| Input Voltage Range | 4V to 80V |
| Quiescent Current | 40uA |
| Dropout Voltage | 400mV |
| Output Voltage Range | 1.24V to 60V |
| Shutdown Quiescent Current | 1pA |
The dropout voltage is 400mV at 250mA output current.
Yes, the regulator is stable with only 3.3uF on the output.
No, the device does not require protection diodes.