L7908
The L7908 is a three-terminal negative voltage regulator that provides a fixed output of -8V. Designed to deliver a stable -8V output from a higher input voltage source, this regulator is suitable for various electronic applications requiring a regulated negative voltage. It can handle up to 1.5A of current and includes built-in protections for thermal and short-circuit conditions.
Key Features:
- Fixed negative output voltage of -8V
- Capable of delivering up to 1.5A of current
- High voltage regulation with minimal dropout
- Integrated thermal overload and short-circuit protection
- Easy implementation with minimal external components
- Ideal for analog and digital circuit power requirements
- Output Voltage: -8V
- Maximum Output Current: 1.5A
- Input Voltage Range: Up to -35V
- Dropout Voltage: 2V (typical)
- Line Regulation: 0.01% (typical)
- Load Regulation: 0.1% (typical)
- Package Type: TO-220, D2PAK
- Negative voltage power supplies
- Voltage regulation in analog and digital circuits
- Power management in electronic devices
- Battery-operated circuits requiring -8V
- Connect the negative input voltage to the input terminal (IN).
- Connect the output terminal (OUT) to the load or circuit requiring -8V.
- Ensure the ground terminal (GND) is connected to the system ground.
- Use a heatsink if necessary to handle thermal dissipation, especially under high load conditions.
- Do not exceed the maximum input voltage rating.
- Ensure proper heat dissipation to prevent overheating.
- Verify correct polarity to avoid damage to the regulator and connected components.