Linear Technology LT3012B
the LT3012B an ideal choice. The regulators are stable with only 3.3µF on the output while most older devices require between 10µF and 100µF for stability. Other features of the LT3012B include the ability to operate with very small output capacitors.FEATURES
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● Wide Input Voltage Range: 4V to 80V Low Quiescent Current: 40µA Low Dropout Voltage: 400mV Output Current: 250mA No Protection Diodes Needed Adjustable Output from 1.24V to 60V Stable with 3.3µF Output Capacitor Stable with Aluminum, Tantalum or Ceramic Capacitors Reverse-Battery Protection No Reverse Current Flow from Output to Input Thermal Limiting Thermally Enhanced 16-Lead TSSOP and 12-Pin (4mm × 3mm) DFN Packages The LT®3012B is a high voltage, micropower low dropout linear regulator. The device is capable of supplying 250mA of output current with a dropout voltage of 400mV. Designed for use in battery-powered or high voltage systems, the low quiescent current (40µA operating) makes the LT3012B an ideal choice. Quiescent current is also well controlled in dropout. Small ceramic capacitors can be used without any need for series resistance (ESR) as is common with other regulators. Internal protection circuitry includes reverse-battery protection, current limiting, thermal limiting and reverse current protection.