Overview
The MC79M15CDTRKG is a 500 mA negative voltage regulator from ON Semiconductor. It is part of the MC79M00 series, designed to provide fixed negative output voltages. This specific model, MC79M15CDTRKG, offers a nominal output voltage of -15 V. The regulator is known for its robustness and reliability, featuring internal thermal overload protection, short circuit current limiting, and safe-area compensation. It is available in a DPAK (DT) package and is Pb-free, making it suitable for a wide range of applications where negative voltage regulation is required.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Output Voltage (TJ = 25°C) | VO | -14.4 | -15 | -15.6 | Vdc |
| Line Regulation, TJ = 25°C | Regline | - | - | 5.0 | mV |
| Load Regulation, TJ = 25°C | Regload | - | - | 30 | mV |
| Input Bias Current (TJ = 25°C) | IIB | - | - | 8.0 | mA |
| Output Noise Voltage, TA = 25°C, 10 Hz ≤ f ≤ 100 kHz | Vn | - | - | 60 | μV |
| Ripple Rejection (f = 120 Hz) | RR | 54 | 63 | - | dB |
| Dropout Voltage IO = 500 mA, TJ = 25°C | VI−VO | - | - | 1.1 | Vdc |
| Operating Junction Temperature Range | TJ | -40 | - | 125 | °C |
| Storage Junction Temperature | Tstg | -65 | - | 150 | °C |
Key Features
- No external components required for operation.
- Internal thermal overload protection to prevent overheating.
- Internal short circuit current limiting to protect against overcurrent conditions.
- Output transistor safe-area compensation for enhanced reliability.
- Available in surface mount DPAK (DT) package and through-hole TO-220 package.
- Pb-free packages available, making it compliant with environmental regulations.
- ESD protection exceeding Human Body Model 2000 V per MIL-STD-883, Method 3015.
Applications
The MC79M15CDTRKG is suitable for various applications requiring a stable negative voltage supply, such as:
- Power supplies and voltage regulators in electronic equipment.
- Audio and video equipment where negative voltage is necessary.
- Industrial control systems and automation.
- Medical devices requiring stable negative voltage.
- Telecommunication equipment and networking devices.
Q & A
- What is the nominal output voltage of the MC79M15CDTRKG?
The nominal output voltage is -15 V.
- What are the key protection features of the MC79M15CDTRKG?
The regulator features internal thermal overload protection, short circuit current limiting, and safe-area compensation.
- What is the maximum output current of the MC79M15CDTRKG?
The maximum output current is 500 mA.
- What are the available packages for the MC79M15CDTRKG?
The regulator is available in DPAK (DT) and TO-220 packages.
- Is the MC79M15CDTRKG Pb-free?
- What is the operating junction temperature range of the MC79M15CDTRKG?
The operating junction temperature range is -40°C to +125°C.
- Does the MC79M15CDTRKG require external components for operation?
No, the MC79M15CDTRKG does not require external components for operation.
- What is the ripple rejection of the MC79M15CDTRKG at 120 Hz?
The ripple rejection at 120 Hz is 54 dB to 63 dB.
- What is the dropout voltage of the MC79M15CDTRKG at 500 mA output current?
The dropout voltage at 500 mA output current is 1.1 Vdc.
- Does the MC79M15CDTRKG have ESD protection?
