Description

This series of fixed-voltage monolithic integrated-circuit voltage regulators is designed for a wide range of applications. It is particularly useful for on-card regulation, eliminating noise and distribution problems associated with single-point regulation. With a maximum output current of 500 mA, these regulators also feature internal current limiting and thermal shutdown capabilities, making them essentially immune to overload.

Specifications and features

• Terminal Regulators.

• Output Current Up to 500mA.

• No External Components.

• Internal Thermal Overload Protection.

• High Power Dissipation Capability.

• Internal Short-Circuit Current Limiting.

• Output Transistor Safe-Area Compensation.

Application Scenarios

This LM78MGH model is ideal for various applications requiring voltage regulation. It can be used for on-card regulation to eliminate noise and distribution problems commonly associated with single-point regulation.

Comparison

Advantages:

- Fixed-voltage monolithic integrated-circuit design

- Wide range of applications

- Internal current limiting and thermal shutdown features for overload protection

Disadvantages:

- Output current limited to 500mA