78M15 SMD TO252 / DPAK +15VDC Linear Voltage Regulator

Product Description: 78M15 SMD TO252/DPAK 15V Voltage Regulator

The 78M15 SMD TO252/DPAK is a high-performance linear voltage regulator that provides a stable 15V output from a higher input voltage. As part of the widely used 78xx series of fixed voltage regulators, the 78M15 is designed to deliver reliable power regulation for electronic circuits, making it ideal for embedded systems, consumer electronics, communication devices, and more. The regulator is housed in a compact SMD TO252/DPAK package, designed for surface-mount assembly, ensuring easy integration and efficient thermal performance.

With an input voltage range of 16V to 35V, the 78M15 can handle a variety of power supply configurations. The low dropout voltage (typically around 1.5V) ensures that it can regulate the voltage effectively, even when the input voltage is only slightly higher than 15V, making it ideal for battery-powered applications and energy-efficient circuits. Additionally, it features high load regulation, ensuring that the output voltage remains stable even under varying load conditions. The 78M15 also incorporates thermal shutdown and current limiting features for added protection, ensuring safe and reliable operation in demanding environments.

Key Features:

• Fixed Output Voltage: Delivers a stable 15V output, providing reliable power to various electronic circuits, including sensors, microcontrollers, communication modules, and low-power devices.
• SMD TO252/DPAK Package: The SMD TO252/DPAK package is compact and optimized for surface-mount assembly, offering excellent thermal dissipation and small form factor, which is ideal for space-constrained designs.
• Input Voltage Range: Supports an input voltage range of 16V to 35V, offering flexibility for use with different power sources.
• Low Dropout Voltage: Features a low dropout voltage (typically around 1.5V), ensuring efficient power regulation, even when the input voltage is just slightly higher than 15V.
• High Load Regulation: Provides stable 15V output even under varying load conditions, ensuring consistent and reliable power to sensitive circuits.
• Thermal Protection: Includes thermal shutdown and current limiting features to prevent overheating and protect the regulator and circuit from damage under abnormal conditions.
• Low Power Dissipation: Optimized for low power loss, enhancing energy efficiency, which is particularly useful for battery-operated or low-power systems.
• Simple Integration: As a linear regulator, the 78M15 is easy to integrate into both digital and analog circuits, requiring minimal external components.

Applications:

• Embedded Systems: Powers microcontrollers, sensors, and other low-power components in electronic projects, IoT devices, robotics, and home automation systems.
• Consumer Electronics: Ideal for providing a stable 15V power supply for devices like portable electronics, radios, audio equipment, cameras, and toys.
• Communication Equipment: Powers wireless communication modules, routers, transceivers, and other networking devices that require a steady 15V DC supply.
• Battery-Powered Applications: The low dropout voltage ensures reliable power regulation even with low-voltage battery systems, making it suitable for battery-powered devices.
• Power Supply Circuits: Used in DC-DC converters, AC-DC converters, and power supply systems to provide a reliable 15V power supply to sensitive devices and circuits.
• Automotive Electronics: Provides 12V or 15V DC to automotive sensors, lighting systems, infotainment units, and diagnostic equipment in vehicles.
• Industrial Systems: Powers sensors, control systems, data acquisition systems, and monitoring equipment in industrial automation and control systems.
• Medical Equipment: Provides a stable 15V supply for medical devices that require low-noise and reliable voltage regulation for safe and efficient operation.

The 78M15 SMD TO252/DPAK 15V Voltage Regulator is an ideal choice for applications that demand stable, reliable, and efficient voltage regulation. Its low dropout voltage, thermal protection, and easy integration make it a trusted component for consumer electronics, industrial equipment, battery-powered systems, and many more.

Package Included:

1 x 78M15 SMD TO252/DPAK 15V Voltage Regulator
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