7912 Negative Voltage Regulator 12V 1.5A TO-220
The L7912CV Negative Voltage Regulator 12V 1.5A TO-220 is a fixed, three-terminal negative linear regulator designed to provide a stable −12V output for local on-card regulation in split supplies and negative rails. The regulator delivers up to −1.5A with adequate heatsinking, includes internal thermal overload and short-circuit protection, and is offered in TO-220 package.
Features
- Output current up to 1.5 A
- Output voltages: -12 V
- Thermal overload protection
- Short-circuit protection
- Output SOA protection
- Output tolerance 4% at 25 °C
Specifications
| Type | Standard |
| Number of Outputs | 1 |
| Polarity | Negative |
| Accuracy (%) | ±4 |
| Output Type | Fixed |
| Output Voltage (V) | -12 |
| Maximum Output Current (A) | 1.5 |
| Maximum Input Voltage (V) | -35 |
| Line Regulation | 240mV |
| Load Regulation | 240mV |
| Maximum Quiescent Current (mA) | 3 |
| Junction to Ambient | 50°C/W |
| Junction to Case | 5°C/W |
| Special Features | Short Circuit Protection|Thermal Protection |
| Minimum Operating Temperature (°C) | 0 |
| Maximum Operating Temperature (°C) | 150 |
| Packaging | Tube |
| Mounting | Through Hole |
| Tab | Tab |
| Supplier Package | TO-220 |
| Pin Count | 3 |
| Lead Shape | Through Hole |
Dimension
PINOUT
Applications
- Circuits requiring steady -12v supply
- Protection for devices having specific voltage sensitivity
- DIY projects requiring specific voltage from an existing higher/ varying voltage supply
