Product Description: 78M12 SMD TO252/DPAK 12V Voltage Regulator
The 78M12 SMD TO252/DPAK is a high-performance linear voltage regulator designed to deliver a stable 12V output from a higher input voltage. It is part of the well-known 78xx series of fixed voltage regulators, offering reliable power regulation for a wide variety of electronic applications. Packaged in a compact SMD TO252/DPAK form factor, this device is optimized for surface-mount technology (SMT), providing easy integration into modern circuit designs with excellent thermal performance.
The 78M12 is designed to provide a consistent 12V DC output while maintaining low dropout voltage, typically around 1.5V, making it ideal for use in low-voltage systems. It is capable of handling input voltages ranging from 13V to 35V, and offers high load regulation to ensure a stable output, even when the load varies. The 78M12 also incorporates thermal shutdown and current limiting features to protect the device from overheating and prevent damage to both the regulator and the circuit.
Key Features:
- Fixed Output Voltage: Delivers a stable 12V output, perfect for powering a wide range of devices such as sensors, microcontrollers, communication modules, and low-power electronics.
- SMD TO252/DPAK Package: The compact SMD TO252/DPAK package is ideal for surface-mount assembly, providing excellent thermal dissipation and compact integration into small circuit boards.
- Input Voltage Range: Supports an input voltage range of 13V to 35V, providing flexibility for various power supply configurations.
- Low Dropout Voltage: The 78M12 features a low dropout voltage (around 1.5V), ensuring efficient power regulation, even when the input voltage is only slightly higher than 12V.
- High Load Regulation: Ensures stable output of 12V, even with varying load conditions, providing consistent power for sensitive circuits and devices.
- Thermal Protection: Includes thermal shutdown and current limiting to prevent overheating and protect the device from damage under excessive current or temperature conditions.
- Low Power Dissipation: Optimized for low power dissipation, improving energy efficiency and making it ideal for battery-powered or low-power applications.
- Simple Integration: As a linear regulator, the 78M12 is easy to implement in digital and analog circuits, requiring minimal external components.
Applications:
- Embedded Systems: Powers microcontrollers, sensors, and other low-power components in electronics projects, robotics, IoT devices, and home automation systems.
- Consumer Electronics: Ideal for providing stable 12V power to devices such as portable gadgets, radios, audio equipment, cameras, and toys.
- Communication Equipment: Powers wireless communication modules, routers, transceivers, and other networking devices that require a reliable 12V DC supply.
- Battery-Powered Applications: The low dropout voltage ensures efficient operation even in battery-operated systems, ensuring reliable power regulation even when the battery voltage is close to 12V.
- Power Supply Circuits: Used in DC-DC converters, AC-DC converters, and other power supply systems to provide stable 12V power to sensitive components and circuits.
- Automotive Electronics: Provides 12V DC to automotive sensors, lighting systems, and diagnostic equipment.
- Industrial Electronics: Powers sensors, control systems, data acquisition systems, and monitoring equipment in industrial automation and control systems.
- Medical Equipment: Provides a stable 12V power supply for medical devices that require a regulated and noise-free output for precise operation.
The 78M12 SMD TO252/DPAK 12V Voltage Regulator is a highly reliable and efficient solution for powering a variety of devices, providing stable 12V regulation, low dropout voltage, and thermal protection, making it ideal for use in consumer electronics, industrial systems, and automotive applications.
Package Included:
1 x 78M12 SMD TO252/DPAK 12V Voltage Regulator
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