Overview
The LF60CV, produced by STMicroelectronics, is a very low-dropout voltage regulator designed to provide high performance and reliability in various electronic systems. This regulator is part of the LFxx series, known for its low quiescent current and high output current capability, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Output Voltage (VO) | 5.88 | 6 | 6.12 | V |
| Operating Input Voltage (VI) | 7 | 16 | V | |
| Output Current Limit (IO) | 1 A | A | ||
| Line Regulation (∆VO) | 6 | 30 mV | mV | |
| Load Regulation (∆VO) | 6 | 30 mV | mV | |
| Quiescent Current (Id) - ON mode | 0.7 | 1.5 | mA | |
| Quiescent Current (Id) - OFF mode | 70 | 140 | µA | |
| Supply Voltage Rejection (SVR) | 75 dB @ 120 Hz | 70 dB @ 1 kHz | 60 dB @ 10 kHz | dB |
| Output Noise Voltage (eN) | 50 µV | µV | ||
| Dropout Voltage (Vd) | 0.2 | 0.35 V @ 200 mA | 0.4 V @ 500 mA | V |
| Control Input Logic Low (VIL) | 0.8 | V | ||
| Control Input Logic High (VIH) | 2 | V | ||
| Control Input Current (II) | 10 µA | µA | ||
| Output Bypass Capacitance (CO) | 2 | 10 µF | µF |
Key Features
- Very Low Dropout Voltage: The LF60CV features a very low dropout voltage, typically 0.2 V at 200 mA and 0.4 V at 500 mA, ensuring efficient voltage regulation.
- Low Quiescent Current: It has a low quiescent current of 0.7 mA to 1.5 mA in ON mode and 70 µA to 140 µA in OFF mode, making it power-efficient.
- High Output Current Capability: The regulator can supply up to 1 A of output current.
- Good Line and Load Regulation: The LF60CV offers good line and load regulation, with line regulation of 6 mV to 30 mV and load regulation of 6 mV to 30 mV.
- High Supply Voltage Rejection: It has high supply voltage rejection, with values of 75 dB at 120 Hz, 70 dB at 1 kHz, and 60 dB at 10 kHz.
- Low Output Noise Voltage: The output noise voltage is typically 50 µV over the 10 Hz to 100 kHz bandwidth.
Applications
The LF60CV is suitable for various applications requiring stable and efficient voltage regulation, including:
- Automotive systems
- Industrial control systems
- Consumer electronics
- Medical devices
- Telecommunication equipment
Q & A
- What is the typical output voltage of the LF60CV?
The typical output voltage of the LF60CV is 6 V. - What is the operating input voltage range of the LF60CV?
The operating input voltage range is from 7 V to 16 V. - What is the maximum output current of the LF60CV?
The maximum output current is 1 A. - What is the quiescent current in ON and OFF modes?
In ON mode, the quiescent current is 0.7 mA to 1.5 mA, and in OFF mode, it is 70 µA to 140 µA. - What is the dropout voltage at different output currents?
The dropout voltage is typically 0.2 V at 200 mA and 0.4 V at 500 mA. - What is the supply voltage rejection of the LF60CV?
The supply voltage rejection is 75 dB at 120 Hz, 70 dB at 1 kHz, and 60 dB at 10 kHz. - What is the output noise voltage of the LF60CV?
The output noise voltage is typically 50 µV over the 10 Hz to 100 kHz bandwidth. - What is the control input logic low and high voltage?
The control input logic low voltage is 0.8 V, and the control input logic high voltage is 2 V. - What is the recommended output bypass capacitance?
The recommended output bypass capacitance is 2 µF to 10 µF. - In which temperature range can the LF60CV operate?
The LF60CV can operate in a temperature range of -40°C to 125°C.
