LT1529CT-5#PBF Datasheet/PDFThe LT1529CT-5#PBF is a monolithic CMOS voltage regulator in a low-profile 8-pin plastic SO package. It is intended to regulate any voltage source, between 6V and 26V, down to a well-regulated 5V output. This low dropout (LDO) regulator is simple to use and requires a single external resistor to set the output voltage and operates over a wide range of temperatures.
The LT1529CT-5#PBF provides five key advantages in terms of performance. The device is designed for low quiescent current, allowing it to be used in battery-powered applications where power efficiency and extended battery life are required. The output voltage is adjustable from 2.0V to 5.0V with a single resistor and the output voltage tolerance is ±0.2V. The device also features over-temperature protection, current limit protection and short-circuit protection for long-term reliability and safety operation.
In addition, the LT1529CT-5#PBF has a built-in thermal shutdown feature which reduces power consumption if the junction temperature of the device exceeds 165°C. This temperature protection feature allows the device to operate continuously without interruption. Furthermore, an enable pin is provided as an input which makes it possible to remotely turn on and off the device with an external control signal.
Because of its wide range of features, the LT1529CT-5#PBF is suitable for a wide variety of application fields, such as notebook computers, cell phones, tablets, medical instruments, broadcast systems and audio electronics. In addition, the device can be used in automotive applications, such as in-car entertainment systems and electric cars.
The working principle of the LT1529CT-5#PBF is based on a voltage-divider network which consists of two resistors, R1 and R2, in series. The voltage at the junction between the two resistors forms a feedback signal for the IC, which it uses to monitor the output voltage and regulate it to the required value. The current is then converted from AC to DC by the voltage regulator and passed to the load.
The voltage regulation is achieved by monitoring the output voltage of the regulator with a comparator. If the output voltage is detected to be outside a certain range, the comparator will activate the internal transistors in the IC to adjust the output of the regulator to maintain the desired voltage. This means that the LT1529CT-5#PBF can deliver a constant output voltage regardless of the load or environmental conditions, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
Overall, the LT1529CT-5#PBF is a versatile, low-profile voltage regulator which is suitable for a range of applications, including those that require efficient power management. Its small size, low quiescent current, adjustable output voltage and built-in protection features make it an ideal choice for many power supply design requirements.