Overview
The L7806ABD2T-TR is a three-terminal positive voltage regulator from STMicroelectronics, part of the L78 series. This regulator is available in various packages, including D²PAK and DPAK, and is designed to provide stable output voltages in a wide range of applications. It is particularly useful for local on-card regulation, eliminating the issues associated with single-point regulation. The device is known for its robustness, featuring internal current limiting, thermal shutdown, and safe area protection, making it essentially indestructible if adequate heat sinking is provided.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Output Voltage | 5.88 - 6.12 | V |
| Output Current | Up to 1.5 A | A |
| Input Voltage | Up to 35 V (for VO = 5 to 18 V), Up to 40 V (for VO = 20, 24 V) | V |
| Thermal Resistance Junction-Case | 3 °C/W (D²PAK), 5 °C/W (TO-220, TO-220FP) | °C/W |
| Thermal Resistance Junction-Ambient | 62.5 °C/W (D²PAK), 50 °C/W (TO-220), 60 °C/W (TO-220FP) | °C/W |
| Operating Junction Temperature | -40 to 125 °C | °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | -65 to 150 °C | °C |
| Line Regulation | 9 - 60 mV | mV |
| Load Regulation | 25 - 100 mV | mV |
| Quiescent Current | 4.3 - 6 mA | mA |
| Dropout Voltage | 2 V | V |
| Output Noise Voltage | 10 µV/VO | µV/VO |
Key Features
- Fixed output voltage of 6 V with a tolerance of 2%.
- High output current capability up to 1.5 A.
- Internal current limiting, thermal shutdown, and safe area protection for robust operation.
- Low dropout voltage of 2 V.
- Good line and load regulation, ensuring stable output voltage across various input and load conditions.
- Available in D²PAK and DPAK packages, among others.
- Guaranteed operation in an extended temperature range).
Applications
The L7806ABD2T-TR is versatile and can be used in a wide range of applications, including:
- Local on-card regulation to eliminate distribution problems associated with single-point regulation.
- Power supplies for electronic devices requiring stable 6 V output.
- Industrial control systems and automation.
- Consumer electronics and appliances.
- Automotive systems where robust voltage regulation is necessary).
Q & A
- What is the output voltage of the L7806ABD2T-TR?
The output voltage of the L7806ABD2T-TR is 6 V with a tolerance of 2%). - What is the maximum output current of the L7806ABD2T-TR?
The maximum output current is up to 1.5 A). - What are the key protection features of the L7806ABD2T-TR?
The device features internal current limiting, thermal shutdown, and safe area protection). - What is the dropout voltage of the L7806ABD2T-TR?
The dropout voltage is 2 V). - In what temperature range can the L7806ABD2T-TR operate?
The operating junction temperature range is -40 to 125 °C). - What are the available packages for the L7806ABD2T-TR?
The device is available in D²PAK, DPAK, TO-220, and TO-220FP packages). - What is the minimum load current required for regulation?
The minimum load current for regulation is 5 mA). - How does the L7806ABD2T-TR handle thermal issues?
The device has thermal resistance junction-case and junction-ambient specifications, and it includes thermal shutdown protection). - Can the L7806ABD2T-TR be used in automotive applications?
Yes, it can be used in automotive systems where robust voltage regulation is necessary). - What is the quiescent current of the L7806ABD2T-TR?
The quiescent current is typically 4.3 - 6 mA).
