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LM7812CT +12V Voltage Regulator

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LM7812CT +12V Voltage Regulator

Overview

The LM7812CT is a positive voltage regulator from Texas Instruments that provides a fixed +12V output from a positive input voltage. Part of the LM78xx series of positive linear voltage regulators.

Key Specifications

  • Output Voltage: +12V ±4%
  • Input Voltage Range: 14.5V to 35V
  • Maximum Output Current: 1A
  • Package: TO-220 (3-pin)
  • Dropout Voltage: 2V typical
  • Operating Temperature: 0°C to 125°C

Pinout (TO-220)

   ┌─────┐
   │  1  │ Input (+Vin)
   │  2  │ Ground (Common)
   │  3  │ Output (+12V)
   └─────┘

Applications

  • 12V supply rails for digital circuits
  • Motor driver power supplies
  • LED strip power supplies
  • Microcontroller system power
  • Audio amplifier power supplies

Features

  • Fixed +12V output
  • Internal thermal overload protection
  • Internal short circuit current limiting
  • Output transistor safe area protection
  • No external components required

Usage Notes

  • Requires adequate heat sinking for currents above 500mA
  • Input capacitor (0.33µF) recommended if regulator is far from filter capacitor
  • Output capacitor (0.1µF) improves transient response
  • Minimum load current: 5mA for proper regulation

Inventory

  • Quantity: 2 units
  • Location: Cabinet 3, Bin 23
  • Condition: New
  • Source: Digikey

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