Overview
The MC7815BDT is a 1.0 A positive voltage regulator from onsemi, designed as a fixed-voltage regulator for a wide variety of applications. This monolithic integrated circuit is part of the MC78XX series, known for its reliability and performance in providing stable output voltages. The MC7815BDT is specifically configured to deliver an output voltage of 15 V, making it suitable for systems requiring a stable 15 V power supply.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Output Voltage (TJ = 25°C) | VO | 14.4 | 15 | 15.6 | Vdc |
| Output Voltage (5.0 mA ≤ IO ≤ 1.0 A, PD ≤ 15 W) | VO | 14.25 | 15 | 15.75 | Vdc |
| Line Regulation (TJ = 25°C) | Regline | - | 3.0 | 300 | mV |
| Load Regulation (5.0 mA ≤ IO ≤ 1.5 A, TJ = 25°C) | Regload | - | - | - | mV |
| Peak Output Current (TJ = 25°C) | Imax | - | - | 2.2 | A |
| Short Circuit Current Limit (TA = 25°C) | ISC | - | - | 0.2 | A |
| Average Temperature Coefficient of Output Voltage | TCVO | - | - | -0.8 | mV/°C |
Key Features
- Output Current in Excess of 1.0 A
- No External Components Required
- Internal Thermal Overload Protection
- Internal Short Circuit Current Limiting
- Output Transistor Safe-Area Compensation
- Output Voltage Offered in 1.5%, 2%, and 4% Tolerance
- Available in Surface Mount D2PAK-3, DPAK-3, and Standard 3-Lead Transistor Packages
- NCV Prefix for Automotive and Other Applications Requiring Unique Site and Control Change Requirements; AEC-Q100 Qualified
Applications
The MC7815BDT is suitable for a variety of applications, including:
- Local, on-card regulation in electronic devices
- Power supplies for industrial and consumer electronics
- Automotive systems requiring stable voltage regulation (NCV prefix models)
- Telecommunication equipment
- Medical devices requiring reliable power supply
Q & A
- What is the output voltage of the MC7815BDT?
The output voltage of the MC7815BDT is 15 V.
- What is the maximum output current of the MC7815BDT?
The maximum output current of the MC7815BDT is 1.0 A.
- Does the MC7815BDT require external components for operation?
No, the MC7815BDT does not require external components for operation.
- What type of protection does the MC7815BDT have against thermal overload?
The MC7815BDT has internal thermal overload protection.
- What is the short circuit current limit of the MC7815BDT?
The short circuit current limit of the MC7815BDT is 0.2 A at TA = 25°C.
- What is the average temperature coefficient of output voltage for the MC7815BDT?
The average temperature coefficient of output voltage for the MC7815BDT is -0.8 mV/°C.
- In what packages is the MC7815BDT available?
The MC7815BDT is available in surface mount D2PAK-3, DPAK-3, and standard 3-lead transistor packages.
- Is the MC7815BDT suitable for automotive applications?
Yes, the NCV prefix models of the MC7815BDT are suitable for automotive and other applications requiring unique site and control change requirements and are AEC-Q100 qualified.
- What is the line regulation of the MC7815BDT?
The line regulation of the MC7815BDT is up to 300 mV.
- What is the load regulation of the MC7815BDT?
The load regulation of the MC7815BDT is specified for 5.0 mA ≤ IO ≤ 1.5 A, but exact values depend on the specific operating conditions.
