The L4940 series is a three-terminal positive regulator with precise 5V, 8.5V, 10V, and 12V outputs. It has very low dropout voltage and quiescent current, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial and consumer applications. These devices are particularly suitable for battery-powered equipment, reducing consumption and prolonging battery life. Each type has internal current limiting, antisaturation circuit, thermal shutdown, and safe area protection.
The L4940 series consists of three-terminal positive regulators available in TO-220, TO-220FP, and D?PAK packages. These devices feature precise fixed output voltages of 5V, 8.5V, 10V, and 12V, making them suitable for a wide range of industrial and consumer applications, particularly battery-powered equipment.
| Output current | 1.5 A |
|---|---|
| Output voltages | 5, 8.5, 10, 12 V |
| Dropout voltage | 450 mV typ. at 1 A |
| Operating junction temperature | -40 to +150 °C |
| Forward input voltage | 30 V |
The series is available with fixed output voltages of 5V, 8.5V, 10V, and 12V.
The device is rated as a very low drop 1.5 A regulator.
The devices are available in TO-220, TO-220FP, and D?PAK packages.