Overview
The MC7815ECTBU is a 3-terminal positive voltage regulator produced by Fairchild Semiconductor, now part of ON Semiconductor. This regulator is part of the MC78XXE series, known for its reliability and versatility in various electronic applications. It is designed to provide a fixed output voltage of 15V with a maximum current of 1A. The device is packaged in a TO-220 bulk package, making it suitable for high-power applications where heat dissipation is crucial.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Input Voltage (Max) | VI | 35 | V |
| Output Voltage (Fixed) | VO | 15V | V |
| Output Current (Max) | IO | 1A | A |
| Operating Temperature Range | TOPR | 0 ~ +125 | °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | TSTG | -65 ~ +150 | °C |
| Line Regulation | Regline | 10 ~ 240 mV | mV |
| Load Regulation | Regload | 11 ~ 240 mV | mV |
| Quiescent Current | IQ | 5.1 ~ 8.0 mA | mA |
| Dropout Voltage | VDrop | 2 V | V |
| Output Resistance | rO | 18 mΩ | mΩ |
| Short Circuit Current | ISC | 230 mA | mA |
Key Features
- Output Current up to 1A: The MC7815ECTBU can deliver up to 1A of output current, making it suitable for high-power applications.
- Fixed Output Voltage: The regulator provides a fixed output voltage of 15V.
- Thermal Overload Protection: The device includes thermal shutdown to protect against overheating.
- Short Circuit Protection: It features short circuit protection to prevent damage from excessive current.
- Output Transistor Safe Operating Area Protection: This ensures the output transistor operates within safe limits.
- Internal Current Limiting: The regulator has internal current limiting to prevent excessive current draw.
Applications
- Power Supplies: The MC7815ECTBU is commonly used in power supply circuits to regulate output voltage.
- Electronic Devices: It is used in various electronic devices that require a stable 15V power supply.
- Industrial Control Systems: The regulator can be used in industrial control systems where reliable voltage regulation is essential.
- Automotive Systems: It can be applied in automotive systems that require stable voltage regulation.
- Adjustable Voltage Regulators: With external components, it can be configured to provide adjustable voltages and currents.
Q & A
- What is the maximum input voltage for the MC7815ECTBU?
The maximum input voltage is 35V.
- What is the fixed output voltage of the MC7815ECTBU?
The fixed output voltage is 15V.
- What is the maximum output current of the MC7815ECTBU?
The maximum output current is 1A.
- Does the MC7815ECTBU have thermal overload protection?
- What is the operating temperature range of the MC7815ECTBU?
The operating temperature range is 0 ~ +125°C.
- What type of package does the MC7815ECTBU come in?
- Does the MC7815ECTBU have short circuit protection?
- What is the quiescent current range of the MC7815ECTBU?
- Can the MC7815ECTBU be used to create adjustable voltage regulators?
- Is the MC7815ECTBU still in production?
