L0103MERP
Product Overview
- Belongs to: Electronic Components
- Category: Voltage Regulator
- Use: Regulates voltage in electronic circuits
- Characteristics: Small form factor, high efficiency, low heat dissipation
- Package: TO-220, TO-92
- Essence: Stabilizes voltage output
- Packaging/Quantity: Typically sold in reels of 1000 units
Specifications
- Input Voltage Range: 4.5V to 25V
- Output Voltage Range: 1.25V to 20V
- Output Current: Up to 1A
- Dropout Voltage: 1.2V at 1A
- Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 125°C
Detailed Pin Configuration
- Pin 1 (Input): Connects to the input voltage source
- Pin 2 (Ground): Connected to the ground reference
- Pin 3 (Output): Provides the regulated output voltage
Functional Features
- Voltage Regulation: Maintains a stable output voltage despite fluctuations in the input voltage
- Overcurrent Protection: Safeguards the circuit by limiting the output current during overloads
- Thermal Shutdown: Prevents damage due to excessive heat by shutting down the regulator if the temperature exceeds safe limits
Advantages
- Compact size enables integration into space-constrained designs
- High efficiency minimizes power loss and heat generation
- Wide input voltage range allows for versatile applications
Disadvantages
- Limited maximum output current compared to higher-rated regulators
- Dropout voltage may not be suitable for low-power applications with low supply voltages
Working Principles
The L0103MERP operates by comparing the output voltage to a reference voltage and adjusting the pass element to maintain a constant output. It utilizes feedback control to regulate the output voltage within specified tolerances.
Detailed Application Field Plans
- Automotive Electronics: Used in vehicle power management systems
- Consumer Electronics: Integrated into portable devices for voltage regulation
- Industrial Control Systems: Employed in various control and monitoring equipment
Detailed and Complete Alternative Models
- L0205MERP: Higher current handling capability
- L0050MERP: Lower dropout voltage for low-power applications
- L0300MERP: Increased input voltage range for industrial applications
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