The L78MxxC series of three-terminal positive regulators are available in TO-220, TO-220FP, DPAK and IPAK packages and with several fixed output voltages, making it useful in a wide range of applications. These regulators can provide local on-card regulation, eliminating the distribution problems associated with single point regulation. Each type employs internal current limiting, thermal shutdown and safe area protection, making it essentially indestructible. If adequate heat sinking is provided, they can deliver over 0.5 A output current. Although designed primarily as fixed voltage regulators, these devices can be used with external components to obtain adjustable voltage and currents.
The L78MxxC series of three-terminal positive regulators is available in TO-220, TO-220FP, DPAK, and IPAK packages with several fixed output voltages. These devices are designed for local on-card regulation and employ internal current limiting, thermal shutdown, and safe area protection to ensure reliability.
| Output current | 0.5 A |
|---|---|
| Output voltages | 5; 6; 8; 9; 12; 15; 24 V |
| Operating junction temperature | 0 to 150 °C |
| Storage temperature range | -65 to 150 °C |
| Dropout voltage | 2 V |
| Short circuit current | 250 to 300 mA |
The series is available with fixed output voltages of 5, 6, 8, 9, 12, 15, and 24 V.
The devices are available in TO-220, TO-220FP, DPAK, and IPAK packages.
Yes, the regulators feature thermal overload protection along with short circuit and SOA protection.