L5962TR

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Power Management
• Characteristics: High efficiency, low power consumption
• Package: TO-220
• Essence: Voltage Regulator
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 1000 units per reel

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: 4.5V to 40V
• Output Voltage Range: 1.25V to 37V
• Output Current: Up to 1.5A
• Dropout Voltage: 0.5V at 1A
• Quiescent Current: 10mA
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The L5962TR has a standard TO-220 package with three pins:

1. Pin 1: Input Voltage (VIN)
2. Pin 2: Ground (GND)
3. Pin 3: Output Voltage (VOUT)

Functional Features

• Wide input voltage range allows for versatile applications
• High efficiency ensures minimal power loss
• Low dropout voltage enables stable output even with low input voltage
• Overcurrent and thermal protection for enhanced reliability
• Adjustable output voltage through external resistors

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• High efficiency leads to energy savings
• Wide input voltage range provides flexibility in various applications
• Overcurrent and thermal protection enhance system reliability
• Adjustable output voltage allows customization

Disadvantages

• Limited output current may not be suitable for high-power applications
• Requires external resistors for output voltage adjustment

Working Principles

The L5962TR is a voltage regulator that maintains a stable output voltage regardless of variations in the input voltage. It achieves this by using a feedback mechanism that continuously adjusts the internal circuitry to compensate for changes in load and input conditions. The regulator operates by comparing the output voltage with a reference voltage and adjusting the internal components accordingly.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The L5962TR is commonly used in various applications, including:

1. Automotive electronics: Power management for vehicle systems
2. Industrial automation: Control systems, motor drives, and power supplies
3. Consumer electronics: Audio/video equipment, gaming consoles, and home appliances
4. Telecommunications: Base stations, routers, and network equipment
5. Renewable energy: Solar power systems, wind turbines, and battery charging

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• L5962TR is part of the L5962 series from STMicroelectronics, which includes other variants such as L5962S, L5962D, and L5962DT.
• Alternative models from different manufacturers include LM317, LT1083, and TPS7A4700.

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