Description
The L78M00 series of three-terminal positive regulators is
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 shut-down and safe area protection, making it
essentially indestructible. If adequate heat sinking is provided,
they can deliver over 0.5A output current. Although designed
primarily as fixed voltage regulators, these devices can be used
with external components to obtain adjustable voltage and currents.
Feature summary
■ Output current to 0.5A
■ Output voltages of 5; 6; 8; 9; 10; 12; 15; 18; 20; 24V
■ Thermal overload protection
■ Short circuit protection
■ Output transition SOA protection
