The document introduces a step-down switching regulator from STMicroelectronics with a DC output current of up to 1A. It has an input voltage range of 2.9V to 18V and an adjustable output voltage from 0.6V to 16V. The product features a switching frequency of 250kHz, programmable up to 1MHz. It also includes internal soft-start and inhibit functions, low dropout operation with 100% duty cycle, zero-load current operation, and over-current and thermal protection.