Overview
The MC78M15CDTRKG is a 500 mA positive voltage regulator manufactured by onsemi. It is part of the MC78M00/MC78M00A Series, which are three-terminal regulators designed for local, on-card voltage regulation. These regulators are known for their ruggedness and reliability under various operating conditions, featuring internal current limiting, thermal shutdown circuitry, and safe-area compensation for the internal pass transistor. The MC78M15CDTRKG is specifically designed to provide a stable output voltage of 15V, making it suitable for a wide range of applications requiring precise voltage regulation.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Output Voltage (TJ = 25°C) | 14.4 | 14.7 | 15 | Vdc |
| Output Voltage Variation (17.5 Vdc ≤ VI ≤ 30 Vdc, 5.0 mA ≤ IO ≤ 350 mA) | 14.25 | - | 15.6 | Vdc |
| Line Regulation (TJ = 25°C, 27 Vdc ≤ VI ≤ 38 Vdc, IO = 200 mA) | - | - | 50 | mV |
| Load Regulation (TJ = 25°C, 5.0 mA ≤ IO ≤ 500 mA) | - | - | 30 | mV |
| Dropout Voltage (TJ = 25°C) | - | - | 2.0 | Vdc |
| Short Circuit Current Limit (TJ = 25°C, VI = 35 V) | - | - | 350 | mA |
| Average Temperature Coefficient of Output Voltage (IO = 5.0 mA) | - | - | ±0.3 | mV/°C |
| Peak Output Current (TJ = 25°C) | - | - | 700 | mA |
| Maximum Output Current (with adequate heatsinking) | - | - | 500 | mA |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 | - | 125 | °C |
Key Features
- Internal current limiting and thermal shutdown circuitry for enhanced reliability.
- Safe-area compensation for the internal pass transistor to ensure stable operation.
- Compact DPAK (SINGLE GAUGE) TO-252 package for efficient heat dissipation.
- Stable output voltage of 15V with minimal output voltage variation.
- Low dropout voltage and high load regulation.
- Wide operating temperature range from -40°C to +125°C.
Applications
The MC78M15CDTRKG is suitable for various applications requiring stable and regulated voltage supply, such as:
- Local, on-card voltage regulation in electronic devices.
- Power supplies for industrial and consumer electronics.
- Automotive systems requiring reliable voltage regulation.
- Telecommunication equipment and networking devices.
- Medical devices and equipment.
Q & A
- What is the output voltage of the MC78M15CDTRKG?
The output voltage of the MC78M15CDTRKG is 15V. - What is the maximum output current of the MC78M15CDTRKG?
The maximum output current is 500 mA with adequate heatsinking. - What are the key features of the MC78M15CDTRKG?
Key features include internal current limiting, thermal shutdown circuitry, safe-area compensation, and a compact DPAK package. - What is the operating temperature range of the MC78M15CDTRKG?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to +125°C. - What is the dropout voltage of the MC78M15CDTRKG?
The dropout voltage is 2.0 Vdc at TJ = 25°C. - What are some typical applications of the MC78M15CDTRKG?
Typical applications include local, on-card voltage regulation, power supplies, automotive systems, telecommunication equipment, and medical devices. - What is the average temperature coefficient of output voltage?
The average temperature coefficient of output voltage is ±0.3 mV/°C at IO = 5.0 mA. - What is the peak output current of the MC78M15CDTRKG?
The peak output current is 700 mA at TJ = 25°C. - What package type is the MC78M15CDTRKG housed in?
The MC78M15CDTRKG is housed in a compact DPAK (SINGLE GAUGE) TO-252 package. - What is the line regulation of the MC78M15CDTRKG?
The line regulation is 50 mV at TJ = 25°C, with 27 Vdc ≤ VI ≤ 38 Vdc and IO = 200 mA.
